Infantryman's Prayer

Almighty God,
whose will it is that we be leaders of men,
hear us as we come to you for guidance in this awesome responibility.

Let us never forget our duty to the men we lead.
May we instill in them the qualities of loyalty, integrity, and duty.
Grant us the patience in dealing with the mistakes of our fellow man.
Give us courage,
O Lord,
in the face of danger,
keep us pure in heart,
clean in mind,
and strong in purpose.

Remind us that wisdom is not gained in an hour,
a day, or in a year,
but it is a process that continues all the days of our lives.
Keep ever before us our goal which is not to perpetuate war,
but to safeguard peace and preserve your great gift to man,
FREEDOM.

May you always be near to guide us in our decisions,
comfort us in our failures,
and keep us humble in our successes.

We ask your divine blessings and leadership as we discharge the honor and responsibility of leading men in the service of our country.

Walk close to us always,
our father,
that we may not fail.

AMEN.

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