A Letter To Mr Godwin – June 4th, 1852
My dear Friend, Mr. Godwin
I think sometimes when I am gone and carnal feelings buried in my grave, my writings and sermons will be more understood than they are now; and I hope I have a place in the hearts and affections of some of God’s people.
You may depend upon it there are some of the right sort of people at Oakham and Stamford. I felt once at the ordinance at Stamford much as you did—as if I could take the friends all into my arms and heart.
I must not complain of my Allington visit thus far. I had a good day the first Lord’s-day, and we had a very full chapel.
I am glad you have felt at home at Stamford and Oakham. It is miserable dragging work when there is death without and within. It is sweet and blessed to have one’s soul watered while watering others. I hope we have had some right feeling in the chapel since I have been here.
We went up to Shaw Farm last evening. We had a comfortable visit with the old lady (Mrs. Wild), and more conversation on the things of God than usual. We see well eye to eye. Providence, too, seems more smiling than at Stowell, and, therefore, less unbelief and repining. I enjoy the pure air from the downs, and they say I look better than when I came. This quiet life, retired spot, and walks by myself, suit me well; much excitement would soon kill me. I suppose I must try and fulfill my London engagement, but it will be hard work.
Yours very affectionately,
J. C. P.
J. C. P.
Jesus is LORD! 
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