From My Heart To You

Prayer of a Military Wife


I held my breath as
the President began to speak.
I had to sit down
for suddenly I was weak.
I listened so intently,
I hung on every phrase.
What he said would determine
all my coming days.

When he talks of disarming,
I have a personal stake
Because one of those who will fight
is my own soul mate.
He's over there, I'm over here,
just waiting for the news
When will the battle start?
How many lives will we lose?

I know that I must be strong,
I must maintain my faith
But it's so hard when he's in harms'
way, working in Kuwait.
With shaking hands I bow my head
and say the thousandth prayer.
"God hold my husband in your hands
while he is over there.

"Bless the President and give him strength
to do what he must do.
I know it's complicated
so give him wisdom too.
Protect the other soldiers
who are stationed so far away.
Give them courage to face
the duties of the day."

"And don't forget the innocent ones
who must see this war.
Just like during the Passover,
keep harm away from their door.
I know that it is so selfish,
but could you help me too?
I need more faith to trust in You,
my fears to subdue.

"I know that You are in control,
You know what is the best.
I pray for Your guidance
while we go through this test.
And when the fighting is over,
the battle is at an end,
May we have peace at last.

In Jesus' name. Amen."

~By Barbie Howard 2003~