For God’s Rule in our Hearts

For God’s Rule in our Hearts

O MERCIFUL Lord God, heavenly Father, we render praise and thanks unto Thee, that Thou hast preserved us both this night, and all the times and days of our lives hitherto, under Thy protection, and hast suffered us to live until this present hour. And we beseech Thee heartily that Thou wilt vouchsafe to receive us this day, and the residue of our whole lives, from henceforth into Thy good keeping; ruling and governing us with Thy Holy Spirit, that all manner of darkness and evil may be utterly chased and driven out of our hearts, and that we may walk in the light of Thy Truth, to Thy glory and praise, and to the help and furtherance of our neighbours; through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour. Amen.