Spiritual Directory of St. Francis de Sales
A. Think. Thank God and adore Him for preserving you during the night. Ask Him for forgiveness for any faults or sins you may have committed.
B. Consider. The gift of the present day is a preparation for eternity. Make a firm resolution to use the day well for this purpose.
C. Look ahead. Foresee opportunities in which to serve God. Anticipate whatever temptations might occur. Prepare yourself by a good resolution to avoid carefully whatever might be against God’s glory and your salvation. Then, consider how you plan to carry out this resolution.
D. Humble yourself. Acknowledge your dependence upon God. Hold your heart in your hands and offer it to His love, together with your good intentions. Ask His protection, His strength, that you be successful in His service.
Be brief and fervent in this prayer and never omit it before leaving your room. Then God’s blessing will be upon all that you do throughout the day.
Source: In the Midst of the World, page 28