How great and manifold, O Lord, are the blessings which Thou, in Thy mercy, dost bestow on thy poor creatures. We have the Light of Heaven to guide us upon the Earth; and how unconscious are thy creatures of thy goodness, wisdom, and mercy. Thou sendest affliction but for a season; and send the light of Thy Countenance to guide, direct, and preserve us. Being now under Thy shade, the Great Author of all, I commit my all to Thy gracious keeping and preservation. My earthly goods I bestow to those whom nature