to my native country once more? I came last from the Bermudas, where the friend of sinners has been pleased to own my poor labours abundantly. I hope, I come in the spirit of love, desiring to study and pursue those things which make for peace. This is the language of my heart,
O let us find the ancient way, Our wond'ring foes to move; And force the heathen world to say, See how these Christians love.
I purpose, God willing, to be in London in a few days. In the mean while, I salute you and all the followers of the blessed Lamb of God most heartily.—Be pleased to pray for, and give thanks in behalf of, Reverend and dear brother,
Yours most affectionately in Christ, G. W.
LETTER DCXLIV. To Mr. F.
London, July 7, 1748.
My very dear Friend,
I Have but just time to inform you, that after a pleasant passage of a month, a good and gracious God brought me hither in safety, where I have been received by thousands with a joy that almost overcame both them and me. I have preached once, and am this evening to preach again. One large church is open. I cannot now descend to particulars.—I can only send you a thousand thanks for all favours, beg my kindest salutations may be presumed to all friends, and entreat the continuance of your most fervent prayers in behalf of, my dear host and hostess.
Yours as usual, G. W.
LETTER DCXLV. To Mr. H.
My very dear Friend, London, July, 7, 1748.
THOUGH I suppose you will see my dear wife's letter, yet I must send you a few lines. They bring you news of my safe arrival, and wonderfully kind acceptance in my
