_To the Reverend Dr. C――――, at Boston._
_On board the Mary and Ann, July 26, 1741._
_Rev. and dear Sir_,
I Had the pleasure of yours, and have taken the freedom to publish
part of it, because I thought our LORD’s cause might be promoted
thereby. Glory be to the ever blessed JESUS, for the great work
begun in your province. Glory be to his great name, for raising up
instruments to carry it on; especially for working so powerfully
among the sons of the prophets. A most promising omen this for dear
_New-England_. Reverend Sir, the searcher of hearts only knows,
how deeply the welfare of your people is impressed upon my soul.
I continually make mention of them in my poor prayers, both public
and private, and have not failed to give thanks in their behalf. You
seem a little offended, that I did not mention old Mr. _W――――s_. It
was, because by his conversation I could not find he came up to that
character which you gave him. Mr. _S――――_ I truly value, and lately
have had reason to think much better of him than formerly, when his
experiences to me seemed too superficial; but I am a poor, weak,
fallible worm, and therefore my judgment is of little worth. I rejoice
to hear that the ministers with you help forward the work of GOD. I
find no such enemies to the cross of CHRIST, as those who keep up the
form of religion, and are orthodox in their notions, but are ignorant
of an experimental acquaintance with JESUS. However, the work of GOD
is beginning afresh. I have free access every where, and have been
upon the full stretch preaching to large auditories twice a day, for
some time past. The LORD is pleased to strengthen me both in body and
soul. His presence fills the assemblies, and, I verily believe, we
shall yet see glorious days. I have sweet accounts from the Orphans.
I thank you, dear Sir, for your care concerning them. I have been in
great straits; but the dear JESUS helps me through them all. Help me,
dear Sir, help me to praise him. My tender love awaits both you and
your people. I am glad to hear, that my kind hostess is recovered.
May the LORD strengthen her mightily, and cause her to go down to
the grave in peace! I earnestly desire a continuance of your own and
people’s prayers in behalf of, reverend Sir,
Your affectionate brother in CHRIST,
_G. W._