LETTER MCCXXIV.

_To Mr. S――――._

_Bristol, May 25, 1759._

_My very dear Sir_,

THIS day se’nnight, through divine goodness, I came hither. The next

day the Spring campaign was opened: on the Lord’s-day we took the field.

Thousands and thousands attended: full as many as in _London_. The

power of the LORD was present at the three meetings, as well as at

the holy communion. Some cups were made to run over. Ever since I have

been enabled to preach twice, and sometimes thrice a day. Never did

I see the _Bristol_ people more attentive or impressed. My body feels

the heat: but no matter. If souls are benefited, all is well. Would

to GOD I could begin to do something for JESUS! You are employed one

way, I another. Ere long we shall sit down together in the kingdom of

our Father. Next _Monday_ perhaps I may move towards _Gloucester_. I

know you will follow me with your prayers. Mine always attend you and

yours. It is the only return that can be made for all your kindnesses

conferred on, my very dear friend,

Yours most affectionately in our common LORD,

_G. W._

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