Deuteronomy 20:3-5

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³ He must say, ‘Israelites, listen to me! Today you will fight against your enemies. Do not be afraid. Be brave! Do not shake with fear because your enemy is so strong. ⁴ The Lord your God is going into battle with you. He will fight for you against your enemies. He will cause you to win.’

⁵ Then the officers must say to the soldiers, ‘Has any of you built a new house but he has not yet asked God to bless it? If so, he may go home. If he does not, he may die in the battle. Then someone else will ask God to bless his home.