Chapter CCCXL: Letter DCCCXXXVI: To Lady H――――n

_Nottingham, May 21, 1750._

_Honoured Madam_,

WITH regret I left your Ladyship; but I hope it was for the furtherance of the gospel. At _Radcliff_ church, the divine influence was greater than at _Millburn_. I preached on these words, “But one thing is needful.” Many were impressed deeply. After sermon I conversed with Mrs. _B――――_ and Mr. _Law_’s sister. The latter seems to be under awakenings, and the former in her first love. She carries high sail; our LORD knows how to put in proper ballast. In the morning I preached here to many thousands. I had a great cold, but the LORD strengthened me. This evening, GOD willing, I preach again, and to-morrow shall set off for _Mansfield_, where a friend has invited me to his house. What care does our LORD take of his poor pilgrims! As I go on, your Ladyship shall hear how I am dealt with. I know it will be bountifully, because I have got such a bountiful master. He will bless your Ladyship more and more. When Mr. _B――――_ comes, I shall be glad to hear what becomes of the rioters. A line may be sent to _Manchester_. O that your Ladyship may live to see many of those _Ashby_ stones become children to _Abraham_! I trust you will. I write in great haste, but with respect and gratitude greater than I can express; and beg leave to subscribe myself, very honoured Madam,

Your Ladyship’s, &c.
_G. W._