This verse was given to me by at church when I received my christian confirmation. Interestingly, both the priest and my mother had thought of giving me this exact verse, without having talked together. I never really thought much about it, but lately this verse seems to talk to me and motivate me to work harder on my self.

So teach me, Lord, that I, to please you,
may use what I have been given,
fill my day with honest work,
help and support those, who are weak,
love, for therein is life.
And finally, give me
a name, Lord Christ,
which is recorded in your Book of Life!

I wish you all the strength in the Great Work!