CLARK, MARK WAYNE--FAVORITE PRAYER
From Knob Knowledge
It is entitled, "On The Eve Of Battle."
On This eve of battle we ask Thee, our Heavenly Father, for strength and courage. We fight, not only for our country, but for our God as well, because we battle for continuance of Christian principles among all men. Give us the strength and the courage to fight well. Help us, in our hour of need, to follow the words of the Bible: "Be of good courage, and let us behave ourselves for our people, and for the cities of our God."
Give us Thy guidance, Dear Lord, in the hours of crisis that lie ahead. Grant us the power to face our enemies and Thine enemies without fear. And bless, we pray Thee, our families and loved ones at home. Give them comfort and courage and grant them Thy divine protection. These things we ask in Thy name. Amen.
It was included in the Soldiers' and Sailors' Prayer Book. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1944, p. 23.
"It is a pleasure to contribute to the Soldiers' and Sailors' Prayer Book. I am convinced that a soldier can find strength through prayer. All my life I have found prayer stimulating and comforting, particularly during critical periods." Lieutenant Gen. Mark W. Clark, USA, Commanding General, Fifth Army.
