Praying for Those We Love as They Serve Our Country

A wonderful gift for anyone who has a loved one in the service of our country, this pocket-sized book is well made, with a slight sepia tint and subtle flags and military images in the background. It has a nice dedication page and its 30 chapters are arranged in themes, starting with "Assurance", and ending with "Wisdom".Most chapters start with a poem or saying from selected sources, and a few of them are heartfelt, beautiful prayers by Doris Rikkers, a writer of Christian children's books, and the compiler of this lovely volume; the rest of the content consists of Bible quotes, in the NIV translation.Small enough to fit in a purse, I find it handy to keep in my car for times of waiting or a peaceful coffee break, and it is also good for anyone who needs some inspiration in doing intercessory prayer for those with specific needs. Under the short but mighty chapter for "Protection", there is one of my favorite verses: "The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms" (Deut. 33:27). Considering the limits of its size, I give this a high rating in the "stocking stuffer" category.

This is such a wonderful book, and a perfect book for the military spouse and family!! I'm a military wife and this book has brought such strength and comfort during those worry filled deployments when you pray for your spouse's safety. This book is filled with scripture and insights on God's word on several topics that we experience....protection, anxiety, peace, courage, just to name a few. It's perfect for your purse or bedside stand, a nice compact size. I HIGHLY recommend this book!