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lights. Jo. 5. 35. That they may stand in the councel of God; and be made instrumental of turning many to righteousness Jer. 23. 22. Dan. 12. 3.
Lord make them wise to win Souls. Prov. 11. 30.
Q. What should you pray for in behalf of friends and relations?
That God would bless them with his friendship and favour.
That they may be made friends to God by grace, as they are to me by nature. Rom. 9. 3. Mark 3. 35.
Q. What are we to pray for in the behalf of enemies?
A. Father forgive them; and lay not to their charge the wrong they have done me: whether by word or deed. Luke 23. 34.
Q. What is the third general head in the matter of Prayer?
A. Thanksgiving.
Q. What are you to give God thanks for?
A. For all his mercies and benefits.
Q. In what words can you express your thankfulness for mercies received?
A. Bless the Lord O my Soul, and all that is within me bless his holy Name. Psal. 103.
