may blow over, and all may be at peace again. It is always
darkest before break of day. May the glorious Emmanuel lighten the darkness of our minds! then we need not fear what men or devils can say of, or do unto us. Adored be his free grace for enabling you, dear Sir, to confess him before men, and to make Moses's choice your choice. Great shall be your reward of grace, though not of debt: he will confess you before his Father and his holy angels in heaven. When you write, be pleased to salute the dear confessors at Cork. I love them in the bowels of Jesus Christ, and pray the Lord of all lords to give them grace to quit themselves like men, and be strong. If any of my poor writings might be useful, I will send some to Ireland at any time. O free grace, that the adorable Jesus should ever make use of such a wretch as I am! This is free grace indeed. Help me, dear Sir, to adore it; and if at any time I can be serviceable, make no apologies, but write frequently, and command as well as pray for, my dear friend,
Your very affectionate brother and chearful servant, G. W.
LETTER DCCXCII. To Mr. G.
My dear Mr. G, London, Dec. 12, 1749.
I Thank you for your kind letter. It bespoke the language of an honest heart. If I am not mistaken, your name is Nathaniel. This is what I fain would be, an Israelite indeed, in whom is no allowed guile. Such will Jesus guide in his way. I therefore have no doubt of your receiving a blessing, a blessing, in what you intend doing next Christmas. You have openly called Jesus and his disciples to the marriage: and such proceedings are always owned of God, whilst contrary methods are as surely either blasted or embittered by him, who loves a single eye and an upright heart. You will remember me kindly to Mrs. H, and all that love the blessed Jesus in sincerity. I desire to be thankful for the favour that was left behind a preached gospel. It is the Lord's doings. Let us continue praying, and we shall yet see far greater things than these. You do well to meet at Rotheram. My cordial
