A PRAYER IN KHAKI

By Robert Garland

O Lord, my God, accept my prayer of thanks

That Thou hast placed me humbly in the ranks

Where I can do my part, all unafraid—

A simple soldier in Thy great crusade.

I pray thee, Lord, let others take command;

Enough for me, a rifle in my hand;

Thy blood-red banner ever leading me

Where I can fight for liberty and Thee.