Wesley Corpus

DEAR ROBERT, -- I think you have acted exceeding right in the case of William Gill. [See letter of March 2.] I cannot in any wise consent to his preaching in any of our Societies. But does not one more thing lie upon you--namely, to talk plainly and fully with Joseph Harper Otherwise I cannot say that you are clear of his blood. -- I am, dear Robert, Your affectionate brother. To Joseph Benson MACCLESFIELD, March 30, 1782. DEAR SIR, -- Many have inferred, from my not answering Mr. Madan’s book, that I was of the same judgment with him. [Benson’s criticisms (on ‘Polygamy and Marriage’) were published in the Magazine. See letters of May 21, 1781, and Feb. 22, 1782, to him.] But it was owing to another cause -- my want of time. I am glad you have supplied my lack of service; and that you have done it with temper, though not with that complaisance, which is quite unseasonable on such an occasion. I have read over your remarks with attention, and believe they will satisfy any impartial reader. I commend you and your labors to the God of truth and love. -- I am Your affectionate friend and brother. To Thomas Rutherford [11] [March 1782.] DEAR TOMMY, -- Write to Hugh Moore in my name and tell him, ‘I desire he would change places with you for six weeks or two months.’ The being near her relations at the time of her lying in may be a means of saving your wife's life. I doubt not of Bro. Moore’s willingness to oblige either you or me in a matter of such importance. Probably more persons will buy the History of the Church when they see it. Peace be multiplied upon you both! I am Your affectionate friend and brother. To Thomas Carlill [12]