They kept faith, and persevered. Now maybe it'll pay off for them.
Psalm 54 as I am praying it today!
Save our troops and coalition forces, O God, by Thy Name, and judge them by Thy Strength. Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. For strangers are risen up against our troops, and oppressors seek after their souls: they have not set God before them. Selah. Behold, God is their helper: the Lord is with them that uphold their soul. He shall reward evil unto their enemies: cut them off in Thy Truth. We will freely sacrifice unto Thee: We will praise Thy Name, O LORD; for it is good. For He has delivered our troops and coalition out of all trouble: and our eyes have seen His desire upon our enemies. In Jesus Name. Amen. [Speaking encouragement and Holy Words over our troops is my contribution to our men.]