God's children! This, glory be to free grace! I have continually; and let me be in what frame soever, my soul is waiting for the coming of the Son of Man. Blessed be God, it will not be long ere I shall see him as he is. The sight I have of him by faith, ravishes my soul: how shall I be ravished when I see him face to face! "Lord, purify me, even as thou art pure; for only the pure in heart see thee!" My dear brother, the love of God now fills my soul. May you feel it shed abroad abundantly in your heart! About Spring,
perhaps, I may leave England. Forget not to pray for me.
I am, dear Mr. C, Ever yours in Christ Jesus, G. W.
LETTER CCCLXVI. To the Right Honourable the Earl of L.
My Lord, Brechen, October 17, 1741.
I Would have wrote to your Lordship from Aberdeen, but could not then determine when I should be at Melvill. This comes to acquaint your Lordship, that, God willing, I hope to be at your Lordship's house on Wednesday night, and to preach at Coupar on Thursday. I should be glad if the magistrates were apprized of it, and the tent fixed in a more convenient place, and at a less distance from the ground. I cannot tell your Lordship, how good the glorious Emmanuel has been unto me. He has caused me to triumph in every place, and fills my soul with joy unspeakable, even with joy that is full of glory. I wish your Lordship was not almost, but altogether such as I am, excepting my indwelling corruptions. O my Lord, none but Christians know the pleasure of renouncing the world for God. I am persuaded you felt unspeakable pleasure at Coupar. I hope those days have continued with you. Happy are you in having a consort that will forward you in the spiritual life. That you may both live together as becomes heirs of the grace of God, and have all joy and peace in believing, is the earnest prayer of, my Lord,
Your Lordship's most obedient humble servant,
G. W.
