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| Dear Heavenly Father, |
| Help to keep my honor bright And teach me that integrity of character Is my most priceless possession. |
| Grant that I may do my best today, And strive to do even better tommorrow. |
| Teach me that duty is a friend and not an enemy, And help me face even the most disagreeable task cheerfully. |
| Give me the faith to understand my purpose and life, Open my mind to the truth and fill my heart with love. |
| I am thankful for all the blessings you have bestowed upon my country. |
| Help me to do my duty to my country and To know that a good nation must be made from good men. |
| Help me to remember my obligation to obey the Scout Law, And give me understanding, so that it is more than mere words. |
| May I never tire of the joy of helping other people or Look the Other way when someone is in need. |
| You have given me the gift of a body, Make me wise enough to keep it health, That I might serve better. |
| You are the source of all wisdom, Help me to have an alert mind, Teach me to think, And help me to learn discipline. |
| In all that I do and in every challenge I face, Help me to know the difference between right and wrong, And lead me in obedience on a straight path to a worthy goal. |
| By Michael F. Bowman |
| Speaking only for myself in the Scouting Spirit, Michael F.
Bowman DDC-Training, GW Dist. Nat Capital Area Council mfbowman@CAPACCESS.ORG |
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| Last Revised 6/1/04 |