Prayers for Battle - Paperback

by Larkin Spivey (Author)

It is often said that: "There are no atheists in foxholes." Is this well-known assertion really true? Larkin Spivey, an award-winning Christian writer and military historian, answers this question with an emphatic "yes!" offering evidence from biblical to modern times, including his own experience in combat. Included are heartfelt prayers from ordinary people going into harm's way, as well as famous prayers from such noted historical figures as: Sir Francis Drake-engaging the Spanish Armada at Cadiz George Washington-facing catastrophe at Valley Forge General Robert E. Lee-on the verge of final defeat Admiral Horatio Nelson-approaching the French fleet at Trafalgar General George Patton-frustrated by the weather President Harry Truman-weighing the most important decision in history Believers and non-believers alike will be amazed and encouraged by the example of famous and not-so-famous men and women looking upward in their times of crisis. LARKIN SPIVEY, Lt. Col. U. S. Marine Corps (ret) Larkin Spivey is a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War. He commanded infantry and reconnaissance units in combat and was trained in parachute, submarine, Ranger and Special Forces operations. He was with the blockade force during the Cuban Missile Crisis and served President Nixon in the White House. As a faculty member at The Citadel, he taught courses in U.S. military history and now writes full-time about God's providential hand in American history and the power of faith in war. He resides in South Carolina with his extended family. For more information about the author and his other books visit: www.larkinspivey.com