Wesley Corpus

To Jane Bisson Date: PENZANCE, September 7, 1787. Source: The Letters of John Wesley (1787) Author: John Wesley --- MY DEAR SISTER, -- Almost as soon as we were in the ship the wind entirely died away. But we knew our remedy: we went into the cabin and applied ourselves to Him that has all power. Immediately a fair wind sprung up, which never ceased till it brought us to Penzance Bay. Our brethren here were not a little surprised, having given up all hopes of seeing us this year; but so much the more thankful they were to the Giver of every good gift. [See Journal, vii. 324; and letter of Sept.] I have thought of you much since I had the satisfaction of conversing with you; and I will tell you every thought that passed through my mind, as I wish always to do. It seems to me that our blessed Lord is willing to show all the power of His grace in you, even His power of saving to the uttermost those that come unto God through Him. But there is a mountain that stands in the way: and how you will get over it I know not: I mean pride. O my sister, what can save you from this but the mighty power of God! I almost tremble for you. If you give way to it, yea but a little, your grace will wither away. But still, that God whom you serve is able to deliver you; and He really will if you continue instant in prayer. That other temptation which did formerly beset you I trust will assault you no more; or if it should, you are now better prepared for it, and you will know in whom your strength lieth. [See letter of Aug. 4.] When you have opportunity, my dear Jenny, write freely to Your affectionate brother. I hope my dear Miss Lempriere has recovered her health.