Grant, Almighty God,
that as Thou hast, in various ways, testified,
and daily continues to testify, how dear and precious
to Thee are mankind, and as we enjoy daily so many
and so remarkable proofs of Thy goodness and favor –

O grant that we may learn to rely wholly on Thy goodness,
many examples of which Thou settest before us
and which Thou wouldest have us continually to
experience, that we may not only pass through our
earthly course, but also confidently aspire to the hope
of that blessed and celestial life that is laid up for us in
heaven, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

— John Calvin