II. That we may live in the will of God, and feel that it is _precious_
to us.
III. That we may be _grateful_ Christians—_trace_ our mercies—and
thankfully adore the good Lord for sending them.
IV. That we may be helped against the soul-ruining, and God-dishonouring
sin of _unbelief_. “Lord, increase our faith.”
V. That our confidence may be strengthened as connected with prayer in
general, and especially in these private addresses.
VI. That we may discover in all our enjoyments, social intercourse, &c.
&c. _true sobriety of mind_, and guard against every approach to a
_light_ and _frivolous spirit_.
VII. That we may manifest a spirit of faithful admonition and reproof,
combined with tenderness.