To Philothea Briggs Date: REIGATE, November 30, 1774. It is certain God hath given you a talent; and I still think it ought to be used. I grant, indeed, to be hid and to be still is more agreeable to flesh and blood; but is it more agreeable to Him who left us an example that we might tread in His steps You have just now particular reason to remember His kingdom ruleth over all. Thou on the Lord rely, so safe shalt thou go on; Fix on His work thy steadfast eye, so shall thy work be done. No profit canst thou gain by self-consuming care;