To Ann Bolton Date: LONDON, December 28, 1771. I hope this affliction will be a great blessing to your brother. Lose no time in encouraging him to turn to God in earnest. Do you feel as much life in your soul as ever Are you as happy as you were Do you find as much of the spirit of prayer And are you as active for God as when I saw you Is your heart whole with Him, free from idols I am jealous over you. I was in many fears, occasioned by your long silence. I want you to be gaining ground every hour. I love Mr. Hallward See letter of March 9, 1771; but do not let him proselyte you to his opinion. Write soon to Your affectionate brother.