_To Mr. R――――._
_London, November 17, 1757._
_Dear Sir_,
YOUR letter to Mr. _D――――_ gave me great satisfaction. The contents, no doubt, made angels to rejoice in heaven, and why not us embodied spirits here on earth. So many called out of one family, is a peculiar mercy. Blessed are the eyes that see the things which you see, and the ears that hear the things you hear. Grace, mercy, and peace be multiplied upon you all! Who knows but we may see each other on this side eternity? I am wishing every day for wings to fly to my dear _America_ once more; but at present the way seems to be hedged up. A fresh work is breaking out here, and the Redeemer seems to be manifesting his glory in many souls. This, with what has been done on your side the water, may give us some hopes, that though the enemy may be permitted to break in like a flood, yet the Spirit of the LORD will lift up a standard against him. The death of Governor _B――――_ and President _Burr_, are dark providences: but JESUS lives and reigns. I thank you and yours most heartily for your kind invitation: GOD willing, I will accept it whenever I come over. LORD, hasten the time, if it be thy blessed will! Be pleased to remember me in the kindest manner to all enquiring friends. I entreat the continuance of your prayers in behalf of, my dear Sir,
Yours in our common LORD,