- When I start my tour of duty God,
- wherever crime may be,
- As I walk the darkened streets alone,
- let me be close to thee.
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- Please give me understanding
- with both the young and old.
- Let me listen with attention
- until their story's told.
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- Let me never make a judgement
- in a rash or callous way.
- But let me hold my patience,
- let each man have his day.
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- Lord if some dark and dreary night,
- I must give my life,
- Lord with your everlasting love
- protect my family and my wife.
