G. W.
P. S. Since writing the above, I find providence calls me to Bath, to open good Lady Huntingdon’s chapel. God willing, I purpose to set out next Tuesday. You must set out for London the same day; otherwise, it may be, Bristol people will not see me. Adieu. Your preaching orders, as to time and place, you will receive at your arrival. That you may do Satan’s kingdom much hurt, is the hearty prayer of, my very dear man,
Ever yours, &c. in our common Lord,
G. W.
LETTER MCCCXXXVII.
To Mr. R—— K——n.
Bath, October 7, 1765.
My very dear Friend,
WHAT a providence (as matters have fallen out) that your Bath journey was prevented! Could you have come, and been present at the opening of the chapel, you would have been much pleased. The chapel is extremely plain, and yet equally grand. A most beautiful original! All was conducted with great solemnity. Though a very wet day, the place was very full, and assuredly the great Shepherd and Bishop of souls consecrated and made it holy ground by his presence. I preached in the morning, Mr. Townsend in the evening. Expect more particulars when we meet. My moving depends on Mr. M——n’s punctuality. I am to preach to-morrow night, and have hopes of setting off on Wednesday morning. God give us all grace to work whilst it is day! The time of sickness and lowness comes, when no man can work. Dear Miss H——y is happily fled from all. Happy, happy she. God comfort all surviving relatives. They, as well as you and yours, are never forgotten by, my very dear Sir,