_To the Rev. Mr. J――――._
_Savannah, Feb. 29, 1740._
_Reverend and dear Sir_,
WITH great pleasure I answer your kind letter, and earnestly pray that
GOD would be pleased to sanctify our correspondence. It rejoices my
soul, when I find a clergyman that loves our LORD JESUS in sincerity.
It is with regret that I speak against any of the sacred function; but
when their preaching and walk are directly contrary to the gospel of
our LORD JESUS, I cannot but speak to them, as well as to the laity.
To the best of my knowledge, I preach the truth as it is in JESUS, and
simply aim at bringing souls to him. Blessed be his free grace for the
success he hath been pleased to give me. Not unto me, not unto me, but
unto his holy name be all the glory! Daily I am convinced, that GOD’s
hand is not shortened――He blesses me here as well as elsewhere. The
Orphan-house is in great forwardness. I feed near an hundred mouths
daily, and am assured I serve a GOD who will supply all our wants.
It would rejoice me to see you at _Savannah_, if your business will
permit.――I can now provide things convenient for your reception.――In
about six weeks I propose, GOD willing, to go northward.――If you
can, pray favour me with your company before that time.――My friends
will rejoice to hear and see you.――They join with me in affectionate
respects to yourself and Mrs. _J――――_. I have sent you a few little
tracts, and long for opportunities to convince you, reverend and dear
Sir, how sincerely I subscribe myself
Your affectionate brother and fellow-labourer
in our dear LORD JESUS,
_G. W._