_To Mr. R―――― K――――n._
_Wilmington, Cape-Fear, March 29, 1765._
_My very dear Mr. K――――_,
THUS far the LORD hath brought me in my way to _Philadelphia_, from
whence, according to the present scheme, I purpose to embark for
_England_. But I sometimes doubt, whether it is right or not. However,
this is my comfort, that I serve a master who will not suffer the blind,
that desire to know and do his will, to go out of their way. Hitherto
he hath made the wilderness to smile! We had a most cutting parting
from _Charles-Town_. I preached thrice in my way to this place. At
the desire of the Mayor and other gentlemen, I shall stay till next
_Sunday_, and then purpose, GOD willing, to go on my way. Indeed and
indeed, this pilgrimage kind of life, is the very joy of my heart.
Cieled houses and crouded tables I leave to others. A morsel of bread,
and a little bit of cold meat, in a wood, is a most luxurious repast.
JESUS’s presence is all in all, whether in the city or the wilderness.
I hope that you and my other dear metropolitan friends, in the midst of
all your noise, are always hearing that small still voice that whispers,
“Love.” I think much of the late trial of my never to be forgotten
friends at _Cannonbury-house_. Remember, according to promise, you will
be kind enough to act as trustee, and all things are to continue just
as they are, if it should please GOD to bring me to _London_. Now I am
free, GOD keep me so for CHRIST’s sake. Tender love to all. I send them
most cordial salutations, and intreat the continuance of their and your
prayers, in behalf of, my very dear Mr. _K――――_,
Theirs and yours most affectionately in our
never-failing _Emmanuel_,
_G. W._