Scout Law Prayer

About this Scout Law Prayer

I came across this prayer in my files a little while ago. I don’t know the origin of this prayer, but it ties in with the Scout Law.

Scout Law Prayer

Dear Lord,

Bless all those everywhere who contribute to shape the hearts, minds and bodies of young people. Let us remember what they have taught and apply it daily.

When facing deceit and dishonesty, let us be Trustworthy.
If we see hypocrisy and faithlessness, let us be Loyal.
Where disregard of others and mere materialism prevail, let us be Helpful.
When we find people in despair, let us be Friendly.


In an atmosphere of ill manner, let us be Courteous.
Where some measure manliness in brutality and crudeness, let us be Kind.
Though lawbreaking and rule-scoffing are common, let us be Obedient.
While others grumble and grouch, let us be Cheerful.

In an environment blighted by waste and extravagance, let us be Thrifty.
When confronted with danger and temptation, let us be Brave.
As we see filth and pollution everywhere, let us be Clean.
While witnessing impiety, let us remember to be Reverent.

In short, in a world that has for generation after generation lamented the lack of good examples, let us, as Scouts, stand out, grow up, and be real adults.
Amen.

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3 responses to “Scout Law Prayer”

  1. Brian Baker Avatar
    Brian Baker

    Thank you for posting this pray, I is much appreciated

  2. Brian Anderson Avatar
    Brian Anderson

    I simplified the prayer to this…

    Dear Lord, bless all those everywhere who help to shape the hearts, minds and bodies of young people. Let us remember what they have taught and apply it daily.

    When facing dishonesty, let us be Trustworthy.
    If we see faithlessness, let us be Loyal.
    Where disregard of others, let us be Helpful.
    When we find people in despair, let us be Friendly.
    Where there is disrespect, let us be Courteous.
    Where others are crude, let us be Kind.
    Though some will break laws, let us be Obedient.
    While others are grouchy, let us be Cheerful.
    In a world of waste, let us be Thrifty.
    When confronted with danger and temptation, let us be Brave.
    As we see filth and pollution everywhere, let us be Clean.
    While witnessing some with no faith, let us remember to be Reverent.

    In short, in a world that has not set the best example for young people, let us, as Scouts, stand out, grow up, and be real adults.

    Amen.

  3. Ross J Porter Avatar
    Ross J Porter

    Here’s my take, combining some of LBP’s prayer, the above examples, Francis of Assisi, the Scout Oath and the Scoutmaster’s prayer:

    O Great Master of all Scouts,
    Form me into the Scout I’m meant to be.
    Where lies are told, remind me to be Trustworthy.
    Where there is fickleness, help me to be Loyal.
    Amid indifference, inspire me to be Helpful.
    Where there is unkindness, make me Friendly.
    Where there is rudeness, let me be Courteous.
    Where there’s cruelty, may I be Kind.
    Where others rebel, bolster me as Obedient.
    Where there is peevishness, extol me to be Cheerful.
    Where there is greed, prompt me to be Thrifty.
    Where fear and temptation loom, help me to be Brave.
    Amid earthly and spiritual filth, remind me to be Clean,
    And where you’re doubted, shine in me as Reverent.

    Holy Immortal One,
    Give me the strength not to be dependent, but to do my best,
    Not to shirk, but to do my duty to You and the country you’ve entrusted to me.
    Keep me obedient to my oath to live the scout law,
    Encourage my endeavors to always help others,
    Assist me as I strive to grow and stay strong,
    Keep me always mentally awake,
    And through my faithfulness to you,
    help me to stay morally straight.

    Form me into the Scout I’m meant to be,
    Holy Immortal One and Master of All,
    That when you greet me beyond the farthest shore,
    You will be proud to greet the Scout you formed in me.

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