know not, but my work is with the Lord.—I
went forth to visit the poor, not knowing whither
to direct my steps. I begged guidance from above,
and believe the Lord heard me; for, quite accidentally
I was led to the bedside of a woman, who had wandered
from God; but in her affliction had found out her
error. She appeared much affected, and wished
me to go again.—Called upon M.H., upwards
of eighty. She quoted many promises, which were
especially sweet to her. It is delightful to
visit such; another whom I saw, has been a persecutor,
but is now seeking salvation.—I called
to see Mrs. Fettes, who has long been a mother in
Israel. My spirit was refreshed, while she spoke
of her experience of the things of God. Afterwards
I saw Mrs. R.; with whom I had a blessed interview,
especially at the throne of grace. My soul thirsts
after God. I feel I am saved, but I want more.—Mr.
Jos. Mortimer conducted a meeting at St. George’s
Chapel, in which sixteen or seventeen persons obtained
the forgiveness of sins. One man, who had been
struggling about two hours, witnessed a good confession
before many witnesses. When asked how he felt,
he said, ’I feel as if I were in heaven:’
and indeed his countenance testified the happy change
that had been effected. My two sons, Richard and
William, were much upon my mind; but they remain in
good desires. Lord, fasten conviction upon their
hearts.—The power of God was eminently present
in the band-meeting. My two daughters, went to
the penitent form, seeking a full salvation; and there,
glory be to God, they found it. O that they may
hold fast their confidence. My heart bounded at
the glad news, while tears gushed from my eyes.—In
Fossgate school-room a great number were made happy
in God; I am told about fifty, and among them three
members of my class. Mrs. R——e
and Mrs. R——n joined me, at the
‘eve of evening,’ to pray for them.
Whether it is in answer to our prayers or no, thankful
I am, prayer has been heard and answered.—This
evening twenty-three young persons, who have received
spiritual benefit, came to my little class. I
felt myself very inadequate to instruct them;—complete
poverty. Lord, help me. Mr. Mortimer accompanied
me to visit a sick man, who, before we left, professed
faith in Jesus. O the unbounded mercy of God!
I want more of it. It is estimated that, during
the week, not less than three hundred have been brought
to God: and among them my Richard. Keep him,
O Lord, near Thy side, and teach him all Thy will.—I
feel cause of gratitude to God for His mercy to my
family. William has this night been brought under
divine influence; glory be to God;—a child
of many prayers and many fears, but God has found
him out. O keep him, blessed Jesus. Now
all my family are brought to know God excepting little
John; for whom I pray, and believe God hears.—Mr.
Slack divided my little company (about seventy); allotting
thirty of them to Miss G. O Lord, send us both prosperity.—I
have lately felt the constant power to pray; and,