His Spiritual Reflections
VOLUME 3
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VOLUME 3
This busy life was broken in upon in the middle of December, by a sudden attack of dangerous illness. “Dec. 20th. A good deal of pain in my side, and my breath much affected. 22nd. Pitcaime called and bled me—thought the complaint very serious—inflammation on the lungs—the last I should have feared. How are we reminded of our continual dependence upon God! 23rd. Better, I thank God, but still in a ticklish state. 25th. Surprisingly recovered, I thank God.” This amendment continued without any check; and upon the first day of the new year, he acknowledges “the great mercies I have received of the Lord. How good has God been to me in recovering me so rapidly from a very dangerous disease, and during the course of it, preserving me from any great suffering, and giving me every possible help and comfort!
Date: December 20, 1807 – January 1, 1808
Volume 3: Pages 354-355
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