Under His Wings by Emily Compagno Summary
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In "Under His Wings," Emily Compagno reveals how faith protects American troops across generations. This #1 NYT bestseller features Black Hawk Down hero Jeff Struecker's testimony alongside Marilyn Monroe's USO tours. What divine encounters shaped our military's most harrowing moments?
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The Spiritual Battlefield: Where Warriors Find Their Strength
In the chaos of combat, when bullets fly and death lingers just a heartbeat away, something remarkable happens. Warriors who face mortality daily often discover an unexpected sanctuary-a spiritual refuge that sustains them through unimaginable trials. Faith becomes not just a comfort but a tactical advantage, providing clarity in confusion, courage in fear, and meaning in suffering. This phenomenon crosses religious backgrounds, military branches, and combat eras, revealing a profound truth: the most powerful weapon in a warrior's arsenal may be invisible to the naked eye but unmistakable in its impact. Why does faith flourish in foxholes? Perhaps because when stripped of pretense and facing mortality, we recognize fundamental truths about our existence. As one veteran explained, "In combat, you quickly learn what matters and what doesn't. The facade of self-sufficiency crumbles when bullets start flying." These stories reveal how spiritual strength transforms ordinary people into extraordinary warriors-not by eliminating fear, but by providing purpose greater than fear.
Divine Intervention and Warrior Spirit
Spiritual Leadership in Combat Zones
Faith in Flight and on the Ground
Finding Freedom in Captivity
Healing Invisible Wounds
Faith Beyond the Battlefield
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