A Police Officer's Prayer

Lord, I ask for courage-
Courage to face and conquer my own fears...
Courage to take me where others will not go.

I ask for strength-
Strength of body to protect others...
Strength of spirit to lead others.

I ask for dedication-
Dedication to my job to do it well...
Dedication to my community to keep it safe.

Give me Lord, concern-
For all those who trust me...
And compassion for those who need me...
And, please, Lord, through it all, be at my side.

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