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We pray to Thee, our Prince of Peace for war's aggression soon to cease. We plead with Thee, O King of kings to thwart each new plan evil brings. We pray for mercy on the ones who hear and fear the bombs and guns, for your protecting hand, O God, for wives and children sent abroad. For those who take up arms to fight against invasion's rampant might, endue with valor night and day and may their missile's aim not stray. Please keep Zelenskyy's mind astute, sustain his courage resolute. For all who suffer, give relief - compassion to those drenched in grief. Give hope to all, O God of love, for thy eternal rest above. To him who chose the tyrant's way, bring holy fear of Judgment Day. "I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth" ~ Psalm 121:1-2

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 2/12/2023 7:42:00 AM

This poem could be sung as a hymn in Church or a psalm - you are a faithful servant to God and may blessings rain upon you and your wonderful family always. Lovely write my friend as always. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Graham Devenish

Date: 8/29/2022 7:16:00 PM

John, I am reading all that you have posted. You are the bar I am hoping to rise to. I, as many others did, wrote a poem of this mindless waste in Ukraine. Your words are very heartfelt. You are a brilliant poet. Graham

Eric Cohen

Date: 7/10/2022 6:04:00 PM

Awesome blend of craftmanship and motivation. You did this moving piece proud, John. ~Eric

Brian Sambourne

Date: 7/8/2022 3:08:00 PM

Very moving, John, and I thank you immensely for the posting as my mother's parents were born in the Ukraine. For mum (in her 100th year) this brutal war on the Ukraine has brought her much grief. The evening news is almost unwatchable. Prayers for peace are always welcomed. Sincerely, Brian

John Watt
Date: 7/10/2022 9:51:00 PM

Brian, I was very touched by your comment. It must be so hard to see her grieving. There is so much to be saddened by because of the insanity of this invasion ~ John

Ann Foster

Date: 6/28/2022 9:41:00 AM

Powerful, well written. Ann

John Watt
Date: 7/10/2022 9:54:00 PM

Thank you, Ann

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/19/2022 12:50:00 PM

One thing I think on, is no conflict brings peace Yet they seem to abound, in the name ir aim of Getting a lasting peace.' Are we missing out on Something.? (Maybe the truth?) Then there is The banning of open air preaching of the Bible Is that happening at the same time society's Are crumbling.? Or is it just my wild imagination? We need God's Love, for the cold Embrace of rationaliszing within materialism is And has failed.'

John Watt
Date: 7/10/2022 9:54:00 PM

Joe, thank you for your visit and your thought-provoking comment.

Bill Baker

Date: 6/18/2022 8:08:00 AM

Thanks for sharing your exquisite rhyming through this needed prayer for those in Ukraine, John. Bill

John Watt
Date: 7/10/2022 9:52:00 PM

I appreciate you and your words of kindness, Bill.

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 6/12/2022 2:09:00 AM

A much needed prayer to be said by everyone everywhere John. The people of Ukraine are in our hearts and minds all of the time. Wonderful! Belle

John Watt
Date: 7/10/2022 9:52:00 PM

Thank you Belle for your touching message ~ John

Alexis Y.

Date: 6/4/2022 1:39:00 PM

WoW! John, What a well written and heartfelt prayer you have penned. I stand in agreement with your prayer my friend. Have a nice day and weekend-Alexis

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 9:26:00 PM

Thank you for reading and standing in agreement, my friend. Enjoy your weekend ~ John

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/4/2022 9:32:00 AM

The power of collective prayer will prevail. This is written exquisitely John. A very inspiring piece. Thank you. Blessings xxoo

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 9:25:00 PM

I agree with you Connie. I hope there are saints praying all over the world for this war to end and for a free Ukraine be able to reunite with loved ones and start rebuilding.

Jan Allison

Date: 6/3/2022 10:27:00 AM

what a wonderful prayer John, its been over 100 days now and it doesnt seem to be showing any signs of stopping:-( hugs Jan xx

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 9:22:00 PM

It's hard to believe, isn't it. What a travesty. Thank you for stopping by, my friend. Hugs ~ John

Charles Reese

Date: 6/3/2022 9:57:00 AM

A very beautiful prayer. You truly are a wordsmith. The imagery you convey of our Lord and Savior, weather as Judge or Savior is awesome. I can tell you really enjoy writing. Perhaps you'll like my poem "A Simple Prayer"

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 9:21:00 PM

Thank you Charles for your kind words and recommendation. You are right in that I enjoy writing, I can tell you do too!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 6/3/2022 2:05:00 AM

A very inspirational prayer and I add it to mine that God may bring peace.

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 6:47:00 PM

Thank you Victor. Prayer can accomplish more than we know.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/2/2022 11:29:00 PM

Psalm 121 is in my 'top 5.' Sweet prayer, John. Let's keep praying -- hard! ~ U. Crain

John Watt
Date: 6/4/2022 6:45:00 PM

Mine too, my friend. Let's keep lifting our eyes to the hills in faith.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/2/2022 8:04:00 PM

A very written prayer poem, my friend. Nice seeing you at the poetry again!

John Watt
Date: 6/2/2022 8:23:00 PM

Thank you Andrea. I hope you are able to get caught up.

Jenna Logan

Date: 6/2/2022 1:40:00 PM

This is such a fervent prayer, John. Everyone around the world should be praying similar thoughts, asking that God bestow faith in those effected, so they may endure. The heartache and hardships suffered has lasted three months too long. I read your supplication and whispered, "Amen."

John Watt
Date: 6/2/2022 3:57:00 PM

What Putin has unleashed is beyond reprehensible. I pray not only for the war to quickly end, but for the endurance of those suffering, and for justice to be applied to those guilty, if not in this life, then in the next. Thank you Jenna, for your comment and for your amen ~ John

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 6/2/2022 12:04:00 PM

John, a beautiful prayer that needs to be broadcast far and wide~"Give hope to all" who are living under tyranny! Blessings, Paulette

John Watt
Date: 6/2/2022 3:51:00 PM

Paulette, it is nearly impossible for me to imagine the fear, heartbreak, and terror that the people of an invaded nation must endure. Hope is a powerful antidote; without hope, what does one have in such a miserable estate? Thank you for reading and for your lovely comment ~ John

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 6/2/2022 11:01:00 AM

Hello JohnWatt, i also will join your prayer. They should have peace. Enjoy your day my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/2/2022 3:36:00 PM

Hello John Watt, you are welcome. these people need peace. I hope they get it soon. Enjoy your evening my friend.

John Watt
Date: 6/2/2022 11:41:00 AM

Darlene, thank you for joining in the prayer for peace. Thank you also for reading and leaving your pleasant comment. I hope you have a wonderful day ~ John

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/2/2022 1:11:00 AM

I join you in prayer John and hope that this madness will soon end. Tom

John Watt
Date: 6/2/2022 9:51:00 AM

Thank you, my friend. You have continued to ring the bell for Ukraine even as the news outlets are moving to other news topics. I've always believed "the battle is the Lord's" and that prayer is as potent a weapon as a rifle or land mine ~ John