Rules for a Christian Day.
BEGIN the day with meditation and prayer. Acknowledge your allegiance to God as the sovereign of your life. Renew the consecration of yourself to his service. Pray earnestly, perseveringly, submissively; patiently expect an answer. Strive to realize God’s constant presence, and walk with your hand in his, your eyes fixed upon him. Think often of him; do nothing, say nothing, think nothing, which will displease him. The least little remembrance will always be acceptable to him; you need not cry very loud, he is nearer than you think. Believe that whatever Infinite Wisdom sees best, Almighty Power can effect, and Infinite Love will not suffer to be left undone. Lean in all hours of weakness on his almighty strength—in all hours of sorrow and disappointment, on his unchangeable love. Resolve to be on your guard during the day; to speak evil of no one, to have your conversation heavenly; to deal justly, and love mercy, and walk humbly; in solitude to guard the thoughts; in society, the tongue.