By gods grace I shepherd the flock of god that is around me. I look them over, willingly and eagerly being an example for them. When the chief Shepherd appears I will receive the unfading crown of glory. I put on every day, humility, for God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.  Therefore, I humble myself under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt me. I cast all my anxieties on him, because he cares for me.

I am sober minded and watchful. My adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. I resist him form not my faith, knowing that other brethern before me have experienced the trials and prevailed through faith; knowing that after a while the God of all grace who has called me to his eternal glory in Christ will himself restore, confirm, strengthen and establish me.