God return into your bosom! You will be pleased to correct the press. I am filled with comfort to hear of the conduct of the dear governor, &c. I cannot but think our Lord will let
his word run, and be abundantly glorified in America. Boston people are much upon my heart. The memory of their forefathers is precious to my soul. May you live to see the spirit of scriptural Puritanism universally prevail! I hope you will write every opportunity. If I am in prison, it will make me arise at midnight to sing praises to God, to hear that Boston people are alive to Christ. At present, my heart is full of peace and joy. We have had solemn meetings. I am much strengthened on every side; but I must not say more. Time is short. Dear Mr. C, adieu. May the Lord be with you and yours. I could now drop a tear of love.—My love to all.
I am yours &c. G. W.
LETTER CCXLV. To Mr. W D, at Boston.
On board the Minerva, for England, Jan. 17, 1741.
Dear Sir,
MR. P hath just brought me your kind letter. Blessed be God, that his word runs and is glorified in Boston. Surely, dear Sir, I shall never forget that people; indeed, they are very near and dear unto my soul. May those of your own household, in particular, be not only convicted but converted; may the dear Jesus fill you with all peace and joy in believing, and enable you to pray for, dear Sir,
Yours in the blessed Jesus,
G. W.
P. S. Excuse great haste; our ship is just under sail. My dear companions kindly salute you and yours.
