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Yet this comforts me-the herbs, most of them, are better rooted than the weeds; they are not so easily pulled up. The good part shall not be taken away. If I am growing on the root-Christ-no man shall ever be able to pull me thence-kept by the power of God to salvation."

"I was affected lately when I saw our newly sown garden, which we had secured so carefully, as we thought, from fowls, and had closely covered it, yet receive as much hurt by the unseen mole, which roots up and destroys. Lord, grant this be not the case. of my poor soul. Many good seeds are sown. Line upon line-Daily hearing or reading some good truths. And, by the grace of God, with my good education, I have been kept from gross sins, but I have great reason to fear the unseen mole of heart, corruption, pride, covetousness. These work secretly, but dangerously; Lord, do thou undertake for me."

"On Saturday my dear came home safe. Praised be God. The same watchful eye is over him abroad, and over us at home. Our joy at meeting, though after a short absence, was mutual, and great. I fear lest, at any time, it exceed bounds. This, in the reflection, makes me think of the great joy that there will be, when all the espoused members of Christ shall be gathered togeth er to him, their great Husband-to be for

ever with the Lord. The thoughts of it sometimes refresh me.”

"Finding my sight much decayed, so that I cannot read a line without glasses, I had this thought: Surely this is a call to me to spend more time in meditation and prayer, which are, sometimes, best performed when the eyes of the body are shut."

"The slow, gradual approach of the sun, that is, the shadow of it, in my chamber, reminds me of the old observation-We tour up to heaven by a thousand ascents in the slow proficiences of grace-yet if, at last, I can attain, all will be well."

CHAPTER III.

HER REMOVAL TO WEST BROMWICH, AND DEATH.

How long, after the death of her husband, Mrs. Savage continued at Wrenbury Wood, is not certainly known; but on leaving that place she sojourned, for a season, with her children and friends. It was not till the year 1736 that she removed to West Bromwich, and it was her final abode. The change will be best expressed in her own words.

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Tuesday, Sept. 7. I take leave of Wem,* particularly of this closet, humbly desiring to leave a blessing behind me on them and all their's, intreating that all the prayers that have been, or shall be, offered up here, may be graciously heard, and answered, for Christ's sake. Next morning I set forward for Bromwich, not without some degree of fear and trembling, lest I should not be able for such a journey; yet, I bless God for some degree of courage, and cheerfulness. We slept at Newport. Next day came hither in safety. All my bones shall say, Lord, who is like unto thee? I take this as an answer to prayer. And now I am here, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? I am encouraged to find some good, praying people, with whom I hope to spend a happy eternity. I observe that when old Jacob went down into Egypt, God told him that Joseph should close his eyes. So it may be that my child heret may do the last office for me.

If so, I beg my precious soul may be safe: then, all is well."

In this situation, freed from the cares of business, she spent the residue of her days in diligent preparation for heaven.

It pleased God, however, to prolong her earthly existence a considerable time.

While here, she was favored with a visit, which she thus records.

The residence of her daughter, Mrs. Holland, the wife of the Rev. Mr. Holland, a Dissenter Minister.

† Mrs. Witton. She died Nov. 3, 1775, aged 74.

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"Monday-night, May 23, 1737. We were surprised by the coming of an unexpected friend-Dr. Doddridge. I have been often pleased and edified by his books, but I never expected to have conversed personally with him. I now find such a happy mixture of piety, sweetness, and humility, as much affects me."

She often adverts to the advanced period to which her days had been lengthened, in terms like the following.

"March 14, 1738. O that I may be some way useful even in old age! I am willing to continue here while God pleases, but my settled judgment is, to desire to depart, and be with Christ, which is far better. I see my children's children, and peace upon Israel."

"18. Looking out at my window I see Bromwich church, where that excellent man Mr. Reynold's was buried. I have desired that my bones may be laid by his, especially that I may stand with him at Christ's right hand in that day."

20. Though alone, I am not lonely. I can delight in a pen, and a book, and opportunity to devote myself to God. My best friend sees in secret. I am comforted under decays of nature when I think of the future glory. This morning I was refreshed by remembering these particulars of a sermon of my dear brother's. Characters of the true friends of Christ. They visit him

value him-and vindicate him; welcome him, wait for him, and walk with him:-they lay all their concerns at his feet-they love all his friends-they long for his second appearance in glory.' This is my beloved, and my friend."

"April 10, 1742. My kind Master will not cast off a poor old servant. It is a good remark of Dr. Watts's-that to a pious person old age is but as a summer's evening.' O that mine may be so!"

“Saturday night, April 15. I am desirous to prepare for the approaching Sabbath and Sacrament. I find some comfort from that old verse,

'The Lord can tell, he knows full well

The thoughts we entertain." "

"I would be better, and do better. A kind providence has followed me all my days, particularly, in bringing me to this place to finish life so comfortably-where I have so many advantages both for soul, and body."

The following memorial of the illness and death of a neighbor, though brief, is interesting.

"January 20, 1741. This day we had discouraging tidings of our friend John Hickcox, fearing that he is wearing off. It is comfortable to think that I shall not stay long behind, but, especially, that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, to-day, and for ever.

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