To Thomas Carlill Date: BRISTOL, September 8, 1776. DEAR TOMMY, Whatever these poor self-deceivers do, it is our part to go straight forward; and we know the counsel of the Lord that shall stand the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. There is a blessed seed in Wales, and particularly in Brecknockshire. And if you will take the pains when you are in any town to call upon our poor people at their own houses, religion will deepen in their hearts and you will see the fruit of your labor. Begin this as soon as possible. I am, dear Tommy, Your affectionate friend and brother. PS. I hope you wrote to George Mowatt.