http://hdl.handle.net/11258/771 2026-04-10T22:33:35Z http://hdl.handle.net/11258/6256 To Ebenzer Blackwell from Bristol Wesley, John The letter refers to his recovery from a recent illness; his journey to Bristol; the hardships and trials of the present situation, but adds, "Whatever is, is best, O let us look to Him that orders all things well." This is the first letter after Wesley's serious illness when he went to Blackwell's house at Lewisham where he wrote his epitaph on November 26, 1753. [[He lived 38 more years.] 1754-01-05T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11258/6255 To Mr. Cownly at the orphan-house in Pilgrim street in New-Castle (to be opened if he be not there) Whitefield, George Dear Mr. Cownly Accept a few hasty lines from one that loves you in bewels of Jesus Christ. They concern the Kingdom of our Blessed Lord. By His permission, I leave Edinburgh next week and have thought of preaching at Berwick and Aldwich and New-Castle in my way to London. I think I cannot preach above once at each place. Had I a line immediatly from you I might send you word positively what day I should be there. The gospel has met with great acceptance in Scotland and various parts in the North of England. Tho' faint in body, thro' Grace I yet persue and hope to die fighting for the word of the Spirit for Him, who shed his dear heart's blood for you and me. I commend you to His care, I kindly salute all with you, and am Your affec. Friend Brother and Servant for His sake G. Whitefield Letter from the Reverend George Whitefiled to Mr. Cownly at the Orphan-house in Pilgrim street in New-Castle (to be opened if he be not there) 1750-07-23T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11258/6254 To Mrs. Elizabeth Medhurst at Gippen near Ferry-bridge, Yorkshire Whitefield, George Letter from the Reverend George Whitefield to Mrs. Elizabeth Medhurst at Gippen near Ferry-bridge, Yorkshire London Dear Madam: Everything seems to concur to prevent my coming to Gippen. I must own that having heard nothing from any of your family made me think it is not convenient for me to be there. However, if it should please God to prolong this worthless life till Spring, I may pay you a visit with usury. My late journey seemed to agree with me. But my London busyness begins to pull me down. Silence is prescribed me. Oh that it may be to speak louder for my God, or fit me more for that place where I shall sing without weariness the praises of Him who sitteth upon the throne forever. You cannot blame one under my circumstances for crying out from his inmost soul, Come Lord. Jesus, Come quickly! I doubt not that this will find you and your dear sisters preparing for the mansions. You put me in mind of Martha and Mary who with their brother Lazarus was agreed to entertain a Glorios Redeemer. This be the happy lot of all you relations! May you have thriving souls in healthy bodies! I am glad Mr. Farley hath got full orders. I doubt not of His making full proof of his ministry. With hearty love to Him and His your worthy brother and Kin. (One line cut out here). Thanks for your unmerited favors. Your willing servitor G. Whitefield http://hdl.handle.net/11258/6253 To Mr. Harrison at Dr. Kershaw's in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Wesley, John 1780-05-29T00:00:00Z