denial, and be more assiduous in the improvement of time and talents.

April." This morning received pleasing intelligence from, of the 99th Regiment, now in Upper Canada. This officer dropped accidentally into a place of worship in the city while I was preaching, and the Lord was pleased to make that sermon the means of his conversion to God. He had one short interview with ine before he left England. He goes on well in the good way, and is laying himself out for great usefulness in that dark and uncultivated 'spot. He is stirring up the clergy, and such religious persons as he meets with, to acts of mercy and benevolence. I have no greater joy, than to hear that my children walk in the truth. Lord, grant me many more seals to my ministry, such as shall be my joy here, and my crown of glory hereafter!

May 5.-" Attended the meeting of the London Auxiliary Irish Evangelical Society. Some of the first speakers had condemned the measures of Government in the treatment of Ireland. Aware that this might be injurious, I rose, and said :— "This meeting is not only constituted of different denominations, but composed of persons who differ in political opinions; such topics, therefore, should be avoided. Our meeting respects the spiritual concerns of Ireland, and the Chairman suitably remarked, in his opening speech, that we have nothing to do with the political or commercial interests of the sister kingdom, but are to aim exclusively at the evangelization of that

superstitious country. Perhaps I may be blamed by some, who may think me timid and coldhearted towards the great question of civil liberty; but I am satisfied this is neither the time, nor the place, for the discussion of such topics; and, as an old man, I may be may be forgiven for recommending prudence. More battles have been lost by a rash and indiscreet zeal, than by cowardice or caution. Am I not supported by the example of Christ, when he sent out his disciples to preach the Gospel? He did not think it needful to charge them to show great ardour in their attacks upon the kingdom of darkness and sin; but the soul and quintessence of that interesting charge lay principally in this sentiment: Be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. The nature of the times in which we live, and the watchfulness of our enemies to find occasion against us, loudly. call upon us, to keep the advice of our divine Master in continual remembrance."

Aug. 31.-" Went this day to dine with the treasurer and friends of the Sea-bathing Infirmary at Margate. Before dinner, we walked over the wards, where I was much pained to see so large a number of sufferers, reduced to the most deplorable condition by that cruel disease, scrofula. At the entrance-hall of the Infirmary, were suspended several wooden crutches, left there by those who had received a perfect cure. How much more

delightful to see these, than the swords and spears taken in battle, which remind us only of the dearbought victories, where thousands have been sacrificed to avarice or ambition. These crutches

are the trophies of mercy, and proclaim the healing power of Him, whose mercies are over all his works, and who healeth all our diseases and forgiveth all our iniquities. The whole scene convinced me of the truth, and justified the saying of the Rev. Weeden Butler: The man who can be an enemy to such a Charity, must have a hard heart indeed.""

Sep. 17.-" Attended a meeting this evening for the formation of a society to be called the Continental Society, for spreading the Gospel over the dark places of the Continent. Mr. Drummond read some letters from Switzerland, Geneva, France, &c., soliciting pecuniary assistance for the employment of some evangelical teachers, and for the diffusion of the Bible and religious tracts. O that a blessing from the Almighty may rest upon our feeble endeavours."

30." Domestic troubles have rolled in upon me this week; my spirits have been much depressed, and I have felt a great disposition to murmur. Let me now put my own doctrines into practice, and preach to my church and congregation, by my own temper, that which I have urged upon them, in seasons of affliction. Yes, be still, my soul, and confess the equity and goodness of God; see how many mercies are still left, and how many excellent Christians are in deeper waters than those which have overflowed my tent. Let me, above all, think how much. I need these friendly and merciful corrections; may they make me more humble, more spiritual, more prayerful, and wean me more from this vain and transitory

state; preparing me for that better, brighter, more peaceful region, which so many of my friends, and some of my nearest relations, have already entered!"

Dec. 7.-" Went again to see Mr. Hardcastle; found him rather worse-with the meekness of wisdom and the gentleness of Christ' shining in him. He told me, he should not be long here, but that he was thankful to his heavenly Father, that He had seen fit to remove him of late from the business of this world, that he might look towards another. I am desirous,' said he, 'of leaving myself in His hands, who holds the keys of hell and of death.'. He rejoiced when I recited to him the leading articles of religious intelligence which I had learned that morning at the Bible Society, and also at the meeting of the committee of the Missionary Society; especially that there was a Bible Society formed in Paris, by the consent of the civil Government. Indeed we had that day experienced a delightful repast. The Rev. John Owen made his first visit to the committee, after his biblical tour in France, Switzerland, Germany, &c. The minds of all present were greatly impressed by the account of his journey. His speech on this occasion was one of the most brilliant displays of the variety and excellency of this speaker's talents that I had ever heard. He gave a comprehensive but rapid view of what he had accomplished; including his interviews and conversations with the Duke de Richelieu, Count Boissy D'Anglas, &c. The wisdom and prudence which had been discovered in his conduct

at Paris and Geneva were no less conspicuous than his zeal. The whole narrative of his tour was expressed in so lively, humble, and interesting a manner, and was interspersed with such marked and pious confessions of gratitude to God, and devotedness to the cause of the Bible and Bible Societies, that a new impulse was given to the zeal of the committee. What an incalculable loss does the Church of England sustain, by allowing such men as Mr. Owen to occupy inferior posts, while she is every day raising to her high places, men, who, by their lukewarmness, their worldly-mindedness, and their incapacity, are doing more to retard her true progress, and to weaken her genuine strength, than any of her avowed enemies."

March 12, 1819.-"This has been a day of deep reflection. The honourable, but arduous, service of giving the address at the interment of my dear friend Mr. H-devolved upon me. As I passed among the tombs in Bunhill-Fields, the recollection of many whom I had loved and valued rushed to my heart; and I looked on that grave where lie buried my honoured and beloved parents. The last enemy is mowing down the few friends that remain; soon will he number me with those who are gone before. Do I know this? Do I feel this? Why then am I not less careful for the things of time, and more enamoured of the realities of another and a better world?"

May 8.-" Had a restless night; endeavoured to refresh and support my mind, by a repetition of the 8th chapter of Romans. What an interesting por