_To Mr. S――――._
_Newcastle, July 31, 1758._
_My very dear Sir_,
THUS far, a never-failing Redeemer hath brought on the most worthless
and weak pilgrim, that was ever employed in publishing his everlasting
gospel. All the last week was taken up in preaching at _Everton_,
_Saint Neots_, _Kayso_, _Bedford_, _Oulney_, _Weston_, _Underwood_,
_Ravenstone_ and _Northampton_. Four clergymen lent me their churches,
and three read prayers for me in one day. I preached also in Mr.
_Bunyan_’s pulpit, and at _Northampton_ I took the field. Good seasons
at all the places. Mr. _B――――e_, who was lately awakened at _Everton_,
promises to be a burning and shining light. Yesterday we had good times
here, and to-morrow, GOD willing, I shall set off for _Edinburgh_.
My bodily strength increases but very little. Sometimes I am almost
tempted to turn back, but through divine strength I hope to go forward,
and shall strive, as much as in me lies, to die in this glorious work.
GOD will bless you and yours, my very dear Sir, for strengthening my
feeble hands in it, so often as you have done. JESUS knows, and will
reward all labours of love and works of faith. They are more precious
than rubies. GOD willing, you shall hear from me again, when I see how
the LORD deals with me in _Scotland_. In the mean while, be pleased to
add to my obligations by the continuance of your prayers, and accepting
of thanks unfeigned, and cordial love to your whole self, and dear
daughter, from, my very dear friend,
Yours most affectionately in our glorious Head,
_G. W._