_To Mr. S――――._
_Wolverhampton, October 27, 1753._
_My very dear Sir_,
MY last, I think was from _Nantwich_. Since that, the ever-loving, ever-lovely JESUS, hath vouchsafed to employ me in breaking up new ground. I have preached four times at _Alperam_ in _Cheshire_, where the LORD was with us of a truth, and where he had sweetly prepared my way, by blessing several of my poor writings. At _Chester_ I preached four times; a great concourse attended; all was hushed and quiet, several of the clergy were present, and the word came with power. I have since heard, that the most noted rebel in town, was brought under deep conviction, and could not sleep night or day. Within doors, where I preached early in the morning, conviction seemed to go through the whole congregation. At _Liverpool_, the way was equally prepared.――A person who had been wrought on by some of my printed sermons, met me at landing, and took me to his house; a great number at a short notice was convened; all was quiet here also. Some came under immediate conviction; and I could wish to have stayed much longer, but notice was given for my preaching at _Wrexham_, which I find since, hath been a rude place indeed. Upon my coming, the town was alarmed, and several thousands came to hear. Several of the baser sort made a great noise, and threw stones, but none touched me, and I trust I can say, our LORD got himself the victory. The next day, near _Alperam_, we had another heaven upon earth. A divine power descended among the people, and we could say, how awfully sweet is this place! The next morning I intended to preach near _Nantwich_, where a Methodist meeting-house hath lately been pulled down. Here Satan roared.――The mob pelted Mr. _D――――_ and others much, but I got off pretty free, and had opportunity of preaching quietly a little out of town. Last night I preached here in the dark, to a great body of hearers, for this country, and am now bound for _Wednesbury_, _Dudley_ and _Kidderminster_. From thence, perhaps I may come to _London_ for a few days. But this as yet is not determined. You will either see or hear again from me soon. In the mean while, I commend myself to the continual remembrance of your whole self, and with ten thousand thanks for all favours, beg leave to subscribe myself, my very dear Sir,
Yours, &c. in our blessed LORD,