_To the Rev. Mr. J―――― W――――._
_London, Sept. 1, 1748._
_Rev. and dear Sir_,
MY not meeting you at _London_ has been a disappointment to me. But our
LORD orders all things well. His time is and will be best. I suppose
you will hear of my preaching to some of the nobility, and I trust the
hour is coming when some of the _Mighty_ and _Noble_ shall be called.
What have you thought about an union? I am afraid an external one is
impracticable. I find by your sermons, that we differ in principles
more than I thought, and I believe we are upon two different plans.
My attachment to _America_ will not permit me to abide very long
in _England_; consequently, I should but weave a _Penelope_’s webb,
if I formed societies; and if I should form them, I have not proper
assistants to take care of them. I intend therefore to go about
preaching the gospel to every creature. You, I suppose, are for
settling societies every where; but more of this when we meet. I can
now only say a few general things. I hope you don’t forget to pray for
me. You are always remembered by, Reverend and dear Sir,
Yours most affectionately in CHRIST JESUS,
_G. W._