Grant us, therefore, we pray Thee, more of the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ; to give more decision to our character; more vigour to our purposes; more elevation to our hopes; more fervour to our devotion; more constancy to our zeal, so that we may run and not be weary, and walk and not faint.

Thou dost not despise the day of small things, nor refuse to encourage a little strength; but Thou hast commanded us to grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour; and Thou hast said, To him that hath, shall be given; and hast promised, that the feeble among them shall be as David. Be it unto us according to thy word. Fulfil all the good pleasure of thy goodness, and the work of faith with power, that the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in us, and we in Him. May we be examples of the religion we profess, the most impressive and attracting; may we have a testimony in the bosoms of those who observe us, that we are the seed which the Lord hath blessed; and may every thing around us say to them, Come with us, and we will do you good.

To Thee we desire to submit all our desires, and to Thee would we commit all our concerns, casting all our care upon Thee, conscious that Thou carest for us. And

Who so fit to choose our lot,
Or regulate our ways-

as a Being who loved us, so as not to spare his own Son, who knows what is best for us in every circumstance, and is able to make all things work together for our good.

In every difficulty with which we are called to struggle, may we not only think of thy promises, but also call to remembrance, the years of the right hand of the Most High. We have often been brought low, and Thou hast helped us and when we have been looking for nothing but darkness, at

evening time it has been light. O, how does it betray our depravity, that after all thy kindness and care, after all the proofs of thy patience, power, and fidelity, we are yet so little capable of trusting in Thee. We would cry out with tears, Lord, we believe, help Thou our unbelief.

Do us good by all the dispensations of thy providence, especially those of an afflictive kind. And why should we consider them strange things, since Thou hast told us, that in the world we shall have tribulation, and that the same afflictions have been accomplished in all our brethren? And why should we desire exemption from them? Seeing they are founded in love, and intended for our profit. May we ever realize thy design by them, and see thine hand in them; may we believe that Thou wilt be with us in trouble: and look forward with joy to that state, where it will be safe for us to be without sorrow, and God shall wipe away all tears from our eyes.

And if we have a portion in this world, keep us from making this world our portion. May we never look for that in the creature, which can only be found in the Creator; nor for that on earth, which is only to be found in heaven. Among our caresses and indulgences, may we never lose the heart of a stranger, or forget that this is not our rest. May the streams of comfort lead us to the fountain of all good: and may we love and serve our Benefactor in all his benefits.

And thus may we know how to be abased, and how to abound; and in every varying condition, display the principles and dispositions of those, who are born from above, and bound for glory.

And to the Father, the Word, and Holy Ghost, be ascribed all honour and praise, world without end. Amen.

MONDAY EVENING.

O THOU, whose name alone is Jehovah. Thou art the Most High over all the earth; and Thou hast set thy glory above the heavens. All thy works praise Thee, O Lord, and thy saints bless Thee. Thou art our father's God, and we will exalt Thee; Thou art our own God, and early will we seek Thee, for in thy favour is life.

Open Thou our lips, and our mouth shall show forth thy praise. Thou hast made us, and not we ourselves. Thine eye did see our substance, yet being imperfect, and in thy book all our members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there were none of them. Thou hast taught us more than the beasts of the field, and made us wiser than the fowls of the air. There is a spirit in man, and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth him understanding. Thy providence has watched over us from the womb, supplied all our wants, arranged all our affairs, and determined the bounds of our habitation.

And, O, what reason have we to exclaim, the lines have fallen to us in pleasant places, yea, we have a goodly heritage. We live in a land of vision. How superior are our advantages to those of thine ancient people, the Jews. The sun of righteousness, which was below the horizon to them, has risen upon us, with healing in his wings; and we are all the children of the day. Let us not, therefore, sleep, as do others; but while we have the light, may we walk in the light, lest dark

ness come upon us.

May we ever be impressed with the convic tion, that where much is given, much will be required and that our greatest danger results from our distinguishing advantages-our sabbaths; our sanctuaries; the Scriptures of truth: the preaching of the gospel; and all the events which have urged our attention to it.

What more could have been done for us, than Thou hast done? And vet how little fruit have we brought forth. How well do we deserve to be cut down as cumberers of the ground, and cast into the fire! Yet, O Lord spare us, at the intercession of thy Son, our Saviour; for His sake, renew our season of trial: and employ fresh means for our improvement; and accompany them with a divine power. Convince us of our sin and danger. Awaken in us the solemn inquiry, what must I do to be saved? And let not our concern, when awakened, lead us into any refuge of lies, or induce us to build on any false foundation; but may we believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and find his rest to be glorious.

Produce in us that brokenness of heart, and that self-despair, which will render the faithful saying-worthy of all acceptation; and make the Saviour precious to us- as He is to all them that believe. May He be delightful to us in all His offices; may we love Him in His commands, as well as in His promises; may we wear His yoke, and carry His burden; and find His yoke easy, and His burden light. Make us in our views, principles, and dispositions, new creatures, may we shine in all the beauties of holiness; and reflect the praises of Him who hath called us out of darkness into His marvellous light. Explain to us thy secret which is with them that fear Thee; and show us thy covenant in its provisions and stability; and every distress, may this be all our salvation, and all our desire.

With affections weaned from the world, and with evidences bright for heaven, all the days of our appointed time may we wait till our change comes: may we die, supported by the consolations of the gospel, and surrounded with the glory of God; and have an entrance ministered unto us abundantly, into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour

Prepare us for our passage, as well as for our end. While we are here, may we fulfil the duties and bear with firmness, the trials of our respective stations; may we glorify our Father, who is in heaven; and serve our generation according to His will.

Continue thy goodness to us as a family. Remember our absent friends. Let thy ministers enjoy thy presence; and thy churches be filled with thy glory. Let this nation be under thy care, and ever prove the seat of learning and science; of civil and religious freedom; of social blessedness; and of gospel privileges; and be the source of usefulness to the ends of the earth.

May princes come out of Egypt. May Ethiopia stretch forth her hands unto God. And may all nations whom Thou hast made, come and worship before Thee.

For thine, O God, is the power; and thine shall be the glory, through our Lord and Saviour. Amen.

TUESDAY MORNING.

O LORD God of hosts, hear our prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob; behold, O God our shield, and look upon the face of thine Anointed.

It is in his dear and all-prevailing name we come. We have nothing of our own to plead ; no works, no worthiness, no promises. We have all, like sheep, gone astray. We have been trans

gressors from the womb. We have knowingly

opposed thine authority, and abused thy goodness. We have been ungrateful under thy indulgences; incorrigible under thy rebukes; and have improv ed none of our religious advantages. We stand before Thee condemned by our own consciences, as well as by thy word. Yet, in the way of thine appointment, Thou art waiting to be gracious; and