Abstract:
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
