_To the Same._
_London, April 27, 1739._ _Dear Mr. H――――_,
I Rejoice to hear of the affection of my countrymen. It is a good sign, that the word has taken deep root in their hearts. But above all, do I rejoice that dear _Mr. H――――_ is truly sensible of the free grace of GOD in CHRIST. Now, my dear friend, you will begin to be a christian indeed. Blessed be GOD, I hear my honoured M―――― is becoming a fool for CHRIST’s sake. I do not despair of Mr. _W._ nay, I cannot despair of any one, when I consider, what I once was myself. Let but GOD speak the word, and the work shall be done. I always hope well of opposers. To-day, my master by his providence and spirit compelled me to preach in the church-yard at _Islington_. To-morrow I am to repeat that mad trick, and on _Sunday_ to go out into _Moor-Fields_. The word of the LORD runs and is glorified. People’s hearts seem quite broken. GOD strengthens me exceedingly.――I preach till I sweat through and through. All is well at _Savannah_. Brave news from _Gibraltar_. Innumerable blessings does GOD pour down upon me. Oh that I had a thankful heart. I love you both sincerely; I thank you both heartily. I salute all our dear friends most affectionately, and am, dear Sir,
Ever, ever yours,