I consider all second
causes and instruments--
as mere saws and hammers
in the Divine Workman's hands!
They can neither give
us pleasure nor pain--
but as our LORD and SAVIOR
is pleased to employ them.
I am firmly assured that HE has
done, still does, and will do--
all things well.
How little can we judge of
this great drama of this world--
by a single scene!
But when we see
the glorious outcome--
how shall we love and
praise and wonder!
As for myself, this old man
of seventy-six is still favored
with perfect health, and can
still preach as loud, as long,
and as often as formerly.
He is still heard with
acceptance and has cause
to hope that the LORD
blesses his ministry.
"Oh to grace how great a debtor"--
is the poor African blasphemer
and profligate!
I am, my dear madam,
your much obliged friend,
John Newton
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