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 LETTER XLVI.

To the Same.

Dear Mr. H     London, April 27, 1739.  I Rejoice to hear of the affection of my countrymen. It is a good sign, that the word has taken deep root in their hearts. But above all, do I rejoice that dear Mr. H is truly sensible of the free grace of in. Now, my dear friend, you will begin to be a christian indeed. Blessed be God, I hear my honoured M is becoming a fool for 's sake. I do not despair of Mr. W. nay, I cannot despair of any one, when I consider, what I once was myself. Let but speak the word, and the work shall be done. I always hope well of opposers. To-day, my master by his providence and spirit compelled me to preach in the church-yard at Islington. To-morrow I am to repeat that mad trick, and on Sunday to go out into Moor-Fields. The word of the runs and is glorified. Peoples hearts seem quite broken. strengthens me exceedingly.—I preach till I sweat through and through. All is well at Savannah. Brave news from Gibraltar. Innumerable blessings does pour down upon me. Oh that I had a thankful heart. I love you both sincerely; I thank you both heartily. I salute all our dear friends most affectionately, and am, dear Sir, Ever, ever yours, G. W.     LETTER XLVII. To the Same.

Dear Mr. H    London, May 10, 1739.

THE hour for my imprisonment is not yet come. I am not fit as yet to be so highly honoured. God only knows the treachery of my heart; but amidst all my late success, I have scarce felt one self-*complacent thought. I speak this to the honour of God's free grace. In about three weeks, God willing, we embark for Pensilvania. The trustees have granted to me land and every thing upon my own terms; the officers and general are exceeding kind to my friend Habersham upon my account, so that all things succeed beyond my expectations. I am sorry to hear