_To Mrs. R――――._
_London, June 6, 1741._
_Dear Mrs. R._,
I Have been much hindred in answering your letter. Perhaps you have
expected too much comfort from man. That comfort is alone lasting,
which comes from GOD. I know not your experiences, and therefore
cannot so well judge of your case: however, I would have you press
forward, and labour after a full assurance of faith. Judge not
yourself by others joys and comforts. Look not too much upon the
happiness you think others may enjoy. This may lead you to repine
and murmur against GOD. Look to yourself, and to CHRIST. Remember,
you deserve nothing, and therefore he does you no wrong. Remember
also, that he is full of love, and therefore in his own due time will
manifest himself to your soul. That you may patiently tarry the LORD’s
leisure, and be blessed with abundance of peace, is the hearty prayer
of, dear Mrs. _R――――_,
Your affectionate friend and servant,
_G. W._