"6. As I shall be brought into judgment for every idle word I say, I
will endeavor never to engage in trifling conversation, but on every
proper occasion to speak of the wondrous grace of God.

"7. I will, whenever a good opportunity occurs, warn my young
companions to flee from the wrath to come.

"8. I will strive to set my affections on things above, not on things
on the earth.

"9. By the assistance of the Holy Spirit I will endeavor to keep evil
thoughts out of my heart, and to meditate upon the law of God.

"10. I will never pass a day without seeking some secret place at
least twice a day, and pouring out my soul in prayer to God.

"11. I will study the Holy Scriptures, and endeavor to understand what
I read.

"12. I will try to do all I can.

"O God, assist me to perform what I have written in thy fear and to
thy glory. I am perfect weakness: but 'thou knowest my frame, thou
rememberest that I am dust.' I know thou art merciful; Oh, give me a
more exalted faith. Help me to come boldly forward and claim thy
promises as mine. Humble my pride; keep me at thy feet; let not the
temptations of Satan overcome me, but may I trust myself in thine
arms. May I love thee fervently, above everything else--better, far
than my own life. I can do nothing unless thou dost assist me. Oh,
support me, and save me at last in thy kingdom, for Christ's sake."