but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair;
persecuted, but not abandoned;
struck down, but not destroyed.
Heavenly Father –
May we always be vigilant and fully protected with spiritual armor to fight the enemy who would destroy our Christian values and way of life. Even when the might of our spiritual foes seem so strong, give us the resolve to never give up … for You are always with us and will never forsake us.
May we never forget those who sacrificed to defend our nation and freedom – freedom to do the right thing. May we also resolve to use our freedom to spread the Gospel – and persevere as if the whole struggle depended on us alone!
Keep all those who serve and battle the enemy of our souls – whether in flesh and blood or spiritual. Shield our heroes from our foes – especially the enemy within. And bless our people with Your grace and infinite mercy.
In Jesus Name we pray,
Amen
for he is good;
his love endures forever.
