Thanks for Inward Light
Gives thanks for inward light in dark times and asks for forgiveness, restoration, and faithful guidance.
Historical edition. Historical claims and instructions are preserved as historical context.
WE give Thee thanks, Almighty God, for that inward light by which in the midst of outward darkness we may behold, as far as may be, Thy purpose and Thy doings, and see under all things Thy judgment; and being upheld by perfect trust in Thee, in times of evil we may rejoice, and in days of darkness be fearless, and pass on through life in safety, guided by Thy light. Forgive us when we fall away from Thee. Restore us by Thy free Spirit, and lead us all, through the varying changes of life, in lowly obedience to Thy will, safe into the land of the eternal peace. Hear us of Thy mercy, through Jesus Christ our Lord.—AMEN.