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 much upon the advance, and likely to increase daily. Had my dear Mr. H been there to have seen the simplicity of so many dear souls, I am persuaded he would have said, "Sit anima mea cum Methodistis!" But every one to his post. During this excursion I have been kept happy inwardly, and well in body till the latter end of last week, when the was pleased to lay his hand upon me, so that I was almost brought to the grave. But he that wounds, heals also. Thanks be to his holy name for ever and ever! On Monday or Tuesday next, willing, I set out for London. Good Lady H is here, and goes on in her usual way, doing good. She is recovered from her indisposition. I hope this will find you recovered also. That the of all Lords may give you a thriving soul in a healthy body, is the hearty prayer of, reverend and dear Sir,  Yours, &c. G. W.    LETTER DCCLXIII. To the Reverend Mr. P.

London, July 10, 1749.

Reverend and dear Sir,

YOUR kind letter came safe to hand, and it was the more welcome, because it gave me a proof of your being recovered from your late threatening indisposition. Blessed be, it found me as well as can be expected in my body, and I trust steady in promoting the welfare of precious and immortal souls. I have lately seen great things in Wales, and the seed sown among the Rich, has in some sprung up and brought forth fruit; but what you have heard from Scotland is all a mistake. I heartily wish all was true. The time I hope will come, when princes shall adorn the Redeemer's train. Is there no prospect of your coming over? Your Mr. T might do much for New-Jersey college; but I have told you my mind in a former letter. May direct for the best! I am looking up, to know what the great Head of the church would have me to do. I have a great mind to return to my beloved America this fall, but am not yet determined. My wife arrived about a fortnight ago, and joins in sending