SOLDIER OF THE UNITED STATES

SOLDIER IN THE ARMY OF OUR LORD

I - I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense

I - I am a Christian, a soldier of Jesus Christ, my commander-in-chief. I am fighting to take the gospel of Christ to set free the lost and dying world. I will give my life for this cause.

II - I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.

II - I will never surrender. I will be steadfast, unmovable, abounding in the work of my Savior. If necessary, I will reprove, rebuke, and admonish with the doctrine of Christ.

III - If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole or special favors from the enemy.

III - When tempted, I will resist the devil (and his servants) with every effort. I will go to God's Word for my escape and strength. I will not compromise or submit to "favors", "pleasures" of sin for a season.

IV - If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.

IV - If overtaken by sin, I will not give up. I will seek help form God and my fellow-Christians. I will confess, forsake, and repent of my sins. I will be an "example of the believers". I will obey my Master in every way! I will obey/follow the rules of ones over me. I will support my leaders in every way.

V - When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

V - I will eagerly answer any who ask of the "hope" within me. I will speak of WHY I am a Christian, and WHY others should follow Jesus Christ, my Lord and Chief. I will avoid foolish, evil, or profane questions. I will not speak or act in any way that will shame my Lord or the church of Christ. I will strive to be an aid, encouragement, and help, and never a hindrance to Christ, my Lord.

VI - I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

VI - I will never forget that Christ died for me, & I belong to Him! I will never forget I am a soldier in God’s army, fighting the "good fight of faith" unto the end, when the victory is finally won! I will remember I am responsible for my actions. I will trust in God who is able to deliver me.