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ing of heart, tears gushing out of mine eyes for joy, that God should shed abd his love abundantly through the hearts of men; and that, for this very purpose, mine own should be so signally possessed of and by his blessed Spirit. Romans v. 5.

The following Anecdote is related by Mr. Sloan, in his Leading Features of the Gospel Delineated,' &c. page 125 : —

A GENTLEMAN, who was afterwards, for many years, a clergyman of distinguished acceptance in the Church of England, one day called upon Dr. James Foster, justly celebrated for his able statement of the Evidences of Revelation, to converse with him upon the scepticism which then oppressed his own mind. After the necessary introduction, he began to state his objections, when the doctor, with that benevolent gravity for which he was so distinguished, stopped him with this question, "Have you asked a solution of your difficulties from God this morning? Have you prayed to the Fountain of all light for information?" Upon receiving an answer in the negative, he rejoined, "Sir, you will excuse my gratifying your curiosity on the subject of revelation, while you are chargeable with the breach of the first duties of natural religion,"

TRUE CHARITY TO THE POOR.

WHEN Dr. Frank, formerly Professor of Divinity in the University of Hall, Saxony, was first settled as minister of Glancka, he, according to the custom of charitably disposed persons in those parts, appointed one day in every week for the poor to come to his door for alms. Their miseries, but especially the gross ignorance and wickedness which generally prevail among that sort of people, very sensibly touched him; and, above all, to see numbers of children among them growing up in that dissolute manner of life, was to him a very affecting sight. This made him resolve on some attempt for their spiritual, as well as their bodily relief. Accordingly, every Thursday, which was his day for distributing alms, he took all the poor that came into his house, and there, besides giving them money, he nstructed the children, in the presence of the elder persons, their parents, in the principles of religion, and concluded with prayer.

Ir is credibly reported of the Rev. Nehemiah Cox, once pastor of the church at Cranfield,, in Bedfordshire, and author of a Discourse on the Covenants (printed in 1684) that he followed the business of a Cordwainer, and was persecuted for preaching the gospel as a Nonconformist. When he came upon his trial at Bedford Assizes, he first pleaded in Greek, and then in Hebrew; upon which the judge, calling for the indictment, wherein he was styled Nehemiah Cox, Cordwainer,' expressed his surprize, and declared that none there could answer him; and, upon Mr. Cox arguing that it was but fair that he should plead in what language he pleased, he was dismissed.

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We transcribe this anecdote from the Appendix to a Funeral-Sermon, preached by Dr. Ryland, on occasion of the death of the Rev. J. Symonds, of Bedford (1788) who says, that he has frequently heard the above anecdote repeated in conversation in the town and neighbourhood of Bedford, and with this addition, that the judge should say to the counsellors, Well, this Cordwainer has wound you all up, gentlemen.'

Crosby, in his history of the English Baptists, gives him the title of D. D. and calls him a very excellent, learned, and judicious divine.' He was called to the ministry by the church at Bedford, of which the Rev. John Bunyan was pastor, in 1656. Crosby says he was afterwards joint pastor with the Rev. W. Collins, in London.

ANECDOTE OF SIR HENRY WOTTON.

WHEN Sir Henry Wotton was in Italy, a priest observing him standing in an obscure corner, sent him, by a boy, this question, written on a small piece of paper, "Where was your religion before Luther?” To which question Sir Henry Wotton immediately wrote under it, 'My religion was to be found then, where yours is not to be found now,-in the written word of God.'

A DISTINGUISHED character, in a neighbouring nation, had an extraordinary mark of distinction and honour sent him by his prince as be lay on his death-bed. "Alas!" said he, looking coldly upon it, "this is a mighty fine thing here, in this country: but I am just going to a country where it will be of no service to me."

JUVENILE, DEPARTMENT.

Anecdote of a Girl Seven Years of Age.

A GENTLEMAN in Edinburgh heard Mr. Whitefield preach in the Orphan Park, about 40 years ago. In the course of his sermon, he related an anec dote of a young girl, about seven years of age, who died about that time in the Orphan-Hospital; and the preacher appealed to many of his hearers for the truth of it. As it made a deep impression upon the gentleman's mind at the time, he begs leave to give it in Mr. Whitefield's words, as nearly as he can recollect them.

A young girl, belonging to the Orphan-Hospital, had been very poorly, and much reduced by long affliction. She often spoke on religious subjects, and particularly about her Redeemer, with great fervour and wonderful knowledge of the Scriptures. One day, having expressed a great desire to see Mr. Whitefield, the following conversation took place :-

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Q. For what purpose have you sent for me, girl? A. I think myself dying, and I wished very much to see you. Q. What can I do for you? A. You can tell me about Christ, and pray for me. -Q. My dear girl, what do you know about Christ? A. I know he is the Saviour of the world.-Q. My dear child, he is so. A. I hope he will be my Saviour. also.-Q. I hope, my dear, that this is the language of faith, out of the mouth of a babe: but tell me what ground you have for saying this? A. O, Sir! he bids little children, such as me, to come unto him, and says, of such is the kingdom of Heaven;' and besides, I love Christ, and am always glad when I think of him.-Q. My dear child, you make my very heart to rejoice: but are you not a sinner? A. Yes, I am a sinner, but my blessed Redeemer takes away sin, and I long to be with him. --- Q. Dear girl, I trust the desires of your heart will be granted; but where do you think you will find your Redeemer ? A. O, Sir! I think I will find him in Heaven.-Q. Do you think you'll get to Heaven? A. Yes, I do.Q. But what if you do not find Christ there? A. If I do not find Christ there, I am sure it is not Heaven; for where he dwells must be Heaven, for there also dwells God and holy angels, and all that Christ saves.

Here the worthy preacher stopped in relating any thing further that passed at this solemn and interesting visit, and took an opportunity of recommending early piety from the experience of this girl, who, though only about seven years of age, discovered that she indeed knew the Lord Jesus.-May many, in the days of their youth, enjoy the same inestimable privilege!

Obituary.

Remarkable Conversion and happy
Death of Mr. HASTINGS JOHN
MAYHEW, at the Age of 21
Years.

He was the only son of a pious father, who died when he was about 12 years of age: his mother also died during his infancy. By these losses he was often exposed to many temptations. Being wholly deprived of the advantage of a religious example and discipline,he soon became a prey to carnal company and pleasure; and the seeds of Scepticism and Infidelity were successfully sown, under the influence of Satan, by those with whom he associated, till he became an avowed enemy to God and his people; and his language and conduct gave the most affecting evidence of the enmity of his heart, by scoffing at religion, and insulting the professors of it; but, happily for him, the Lord arrested him in his career, by laying him on a bed of affliction about two years since, which proved very beneficial to his soul, and brought him, like Manas seh, to seek and know God. He discovered his awful state as a sin. ner, and read the Bible to learn the way of salvation through a Redeemer. He was deeply impressed with reading Swaine's Poem on Redemption. When it pleased God to restore him, he diligently altended the means of grace, both in and out of the Establishment, particularly the Rev. Mr. Crowther, whose ministry was greatly blessed to his soul. The term of his apprenticeship being expired, he sought and obtained a situation, to conduct a business in which his father was formerly engaged. He had also formed an acquaintance with a pious young person, with whom he was shortly to be united; but, how uncertain are all human prospects! He was again interrupted by complaints, which seemed to indicate an approaching consumption, and came to his relations at Barking for the benefit of the air and medical asistance. This seemed, for a time,

to be successful, and his return to business was determined; but (affecting to relate!) on the evening of the day when his young friend, with one of his sisters, had been providing for their future comforts, he suddenly burst a blood vessel, which threatened his immediate dissolution; but the wise Disposer of events had otherwise determined; for he lay from that day, which was the 19th of December, till the 27th of March, a period of 14 weeks; during which time his pains and sufferings are not to be described. This will easily be conceived, when the reader is informed, that, in this short space, no less than thirteen times his dear relatives who attended him were alarmed, whilst in cough- | ing, with fresh ruptures from the lungs, which occasioned the loss of so much blood, that his existence. appeared almost a miracle; but, though it was a most distressing scene to all who visited him, it could not fail of exciting mingled sensations of sympathy, surprize, and gratitude to God for the supports he enjoyed, and the patience he manifested during this protracted affliction. I had many pleasing interviews with him, and seldom left him without reading the Scriptures, singing, and prayer. These exercises were the support and delight of his soul under his sufferings.

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In one of my first visits, after expressing his apprehensions as to the event, he said, O, Sir! what a mercy that this did not occur some time back, when I was in my sins! I remember when I could not bear to see you. Now I wish to see none, to converse with none, but the people of God.'

At another time, when rather disposed to murmur as to the nature and continuance of the trial, he gave himself a severe check, and said, 'I wish I could think more of my Saviour, and less of my sufferings.' He would always upbraid himself when he uttered a word, prompted by excruciating pain, that bad the appearance of impatience, and said,

This does not become me.' He was visited by many Christian friends, who can bear testimony to the spiritual breathings of his soul, the patience he discovered, and the faith and hope he expressed in the dear Redeemer.

On the Saturday evening previous to his departure, as I was sitting by him with his sisters, finding it difficult to speak, and thinking him too weak to bear my praying with him, I was about to leave him, but he pointed, with an anxious look, towards the table. We could not, at first, understand his meaning; but it appeared to be for the Bible. After reading a psalm, he expressed, by sign, a wish for us to sing a hymn. We sang the 54th hymn of the Second Book of Dr. Watts, which gave him great pleasure. The day which preceded his dissolution, he appeared better than usual. We had half an hour's very pleasant conversation in the morning, and I promised to see him in the evening, which I did; but my usual engagement of committing him to God by prayer, was superceded by the unexpected, but providential, visit of a serious friend, with whom he was intimate in the more early part of life as school-fellow, and who heard of his situation the day before. This interview was singularly pleasing and striking, as will appear from the following conversation, which his friend has since given me; it is as follows: :-' He mentioned to me, that he had just begun business for hitself, when it pleased the Lord to visit him with this affliction; 'but,' said he, 1 don't feel at all anxious about the things of this world. I am quite resigned to the will of God. I asked him if he wished to live he said 'No.' He told me of his intended union with Miss S-, and added, he felt it hard to part; but he was enabled to give her up, in the joyful hope of meeting her in Heaven. He felt acute pais, and could not help crying out; but, as if angry with himself for it, said,

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What is all this to what I deserve.' He inveighed against his former conduct, and told me that he had been led into almost every vice;

but he hoped he had now been taught better. He said he felt a sincere love to all the people of God, and they were the only company for him now. 1 asked him if Jesus was precious to him. Yes, he is,' said he: what should I do without him? I have no righteousness of my own. All my hopes for salvation are founded on him. I would not give up my poor hope in him for a thousand worlds.' His friend read and prayed, leaving him in a most happy frame, as appears in what he afterwards said to one of his sisters, who was to have spent the afternoon with him. He said to her, I should have felt the disappointment; but it has been made up, for I have had great enjoyment in Mr. A

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I spent a few minutes with him about 8 o'clock that evening, and left him quite serene. His youngest sister and the nurse sat up with him, and, about half past four in the morning, after taking some nourishment, he said, I have had a very comfortable night. I have not been troubled so much with my cough; for which I am thankful. He had scarcely uttered those words when another vessel burst, and in a few minutes he expired, only being able to say, during the struggle, to his sister, My dear, don't grieve: I am happy.'

His death was improved the following Sabbath, from John xi. 19. Barking. J. K. P.

CAPT. D. WYNTER. On Tuesday, April 17, 1810, died, at his house in Stonehouse, near Plymouth, Capt. D. Wynier, of the Royal Navy, after an illness of nearly three months, which he bore with truly Christian patience and resignation to the Lord's will. As a husband, father, friend, and zealous promoter of every thing praiseworthy, his loss will be severely felt. He was awakened to a sense of sin, and to the necessity of a Saviour, about 10 years ago; and, from that period, he has been a constant attendant on the means of grace in the Established Church, to which

he was attached from principle. ceived it. I had opportunities of Being called in her communion, he seeing him very frequently, and was never left it, except when he found always a welcome visiter. He dea discrepance between the Articles sired me to read and pray with him. and Liturgy and the preaching of The 25th Psalm was read to him. the minister; in which case, he Being influenced by the same spirit thought it was his duty, and was not which dictated it, he seemed to feel ashamed to go wherever Christ was every verse, and sweetly commented held up as the Alpha and Omega of on every passage as I read. On the salvation. No inan was less a Lord's Day previous to his death, I bigot: he was ready to give the asked him if he had any doubts and right hand of fellowship to all who fears on his mind. He paused, and loved our Lord Jesus Christ in sin- then said he had had, but they had cerity; and was glad to render auy been taken from him for some time, help in his power to the followers adding, Blessed be his name!' Од of the Saviour, without enquiring the Monday, the day before his to what denomination they belonged. death, I found him most happy and His liberality, zeal, and love, were comfortable in his mind, though remarkable; and no laudable un- evidently sinking very fast. I said dertaking could be proposed which to him, "I trust the Lord is with did not find in Capt. W. a warm you." He answered, I trust he friend and advocate. I mention is;' and then added, 'He is with this to the glory of God's grace, not me.' He had not strength to say to the exaltation of the creature. more; but, a short time after, The sickness which terminated in looked on me, and said, 'All is his death, arose from a violent cold well;' and then repeated with a caught at Deal in January last. His smile,' All is well.' His countenance indisposition increasing, he was at bespoke the happiness of his soul. length obliged to give up the com- On Tuesday, the 17th of April, L mand of his ship, and intended to saw him for the last time. On have gone to some friends near entering his chamber, I found him London, for the benefit of rest and in the valley of the shadow of death. change of air, being unable to take Low as he was, he was quite sensible, so long a journey as to Plymouth; and stretched out his dying hand, but, through the kind superintend- and prayed the Lord to bless me. ing providence of God, his own ship He seemed quite happy, stayed upon was most unexpectedly ordered to the Lord. A lady by his bed-side, Plymouth Sound, and he was brought said, "The Lord supports you.” home in her to the bosom of his He answered, with much animation friends. After his return, his decline in his countenance, Yes, yes: Christ was mest rapid; but, what is of the is suitable ! — Christ is precious! greatest consequence, while the out-precious! this last word he reward man decayed, the inner man peated several times with great em. appeared to be growing stronger phasis. He seemed to be labouring and stronger. His patient acquies hard for life. One observed to him, cence in the divine will was very re- that his sufferings would soon be markable, nor less so the abstraction over, and glory was at hand. of his mind from all worldly con- endeavoured to speak; but we could cerns.. Being enabled to give all not distinguish all he said; but he things into the hands of Christ, he repeated the word Glory' three was careful for nothing, and hence times distinctly. He appeared to be enjoyed that sweet peace of God much in prayer: lifting up his hand, which passeth all understanding, and addressing the Lord Jesus, he He was much in prayer, day and said, Come, come, come;' and his night; but, through the stupefac- prayer, with the ejaculations of tion occasioned by opium, could those who were standing round his read but little. One day he ex- bed, for a speedy dismission, entered pressed great joy in being able to. into the eais of the Lord of Sabaoth, real a chapter; and said he had not and, in a few minutes, we found only read, but understood and re- him in the very article of death,

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