_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,
_G. W._