It is hard to judge rightly, whether a good spirit, or the contrary, incline thee to desire this or that, or whether thou art not moved by thine own spirit.
Many are deceived in the end, who at first seemed to be led by a good spirit.
2. Always therefore, whatsoever seemeth desirable to thee, let it be desired and prayed for in the fear of God, and with humility of heart.
And above all, thou oughtest to resign thyself, and to commit the whole unto Me, and say,
“Lord, thou knowest what is best, let this or that be done as thou pleasest.”
Give what thou wilt, and how much thou wilt, and when thou wilt.
Deal with me as thou thinkest good, and as best pleaseth thee, and is most for thy honour.
Set me where thou wilt, and deal with me in all things according to thy will.
I am in thy hand; turn me, and turn me again, which way soever thou pleasest.
Behold, I am thy servant, prepared for all things; for I desire not to live unto myself, but unto thee: and O that I could do it worthily and perfectly!