George Whitefield’s Diary begins with a list of criteria which he used each night as a basis of examining his actions during the day. Here is his list (which I’ve edited slightly given that it was in old english).
The Valley Of Vision – A Minister’s Evils
If you’ve never read the prayers from The Valley Of Vision it’s a collection of Puritan prayers and devotions that’s not just food for the soul, but is also a help for our own personal prayers as a springboard for areas we should be working through. I’m hoping to put out a prayer each week from The Valley Of Vision that I hope will encourage you in your prayer life.
Blessed Spirit Of God,
Four evils attend my ministry -
The devil treads me down by discouragement and shame ...Help me in my work to grow more humble ...
... Then, whether I succeed or fail,
nought matters by thee alone.p.336, The Valley Of Vision