purpose.
In all without exception, the one thing is prominent, and although
ordinary topics are not overlooked, they are invariably turned to good
account, and made the basis of apposite and profitable reflection. One
of her correspondents observes: "Her letters were always refreshing to
me, and brought my mind in immediate contact with one who lived in the
spirit of prayer and general devotedness. I never knew one, so far as
my observation went, who more constantly exhibited a oneness of aim
to glorify God, and promote the welfare of those with whom she came
in contact. Some might object, some might smile, but there was a holy
force of spiritual life in her, which could not be concealed, and
which made itself felt everywhere My dear friend was as attentive to
family duties as though the church had no claim upon her; and I have
often dwelt upon her character when far, far away. I have heard her
regret that she did not more fully manifest tender affection, when
her heart was fall of love. I need not say how rousing I found her
remarks, uttered in an humble gentle tone and manner; and how often
I have been taken into her closet to pray for many, particularly her
distant son." Another says: "I have been perusing some of her letters,
which I value above gold. Through them all, breathes the same spirit
of ardent love to Jesus, with a deep sense of her own helplessness.
Her character was that of an humble soul constantly living tinder
the rays of the Sun of righteousness. I have often heard her express
fears concerning herself, but never doubting the faithfulness of
Jesus, in whom she trusted. Since I had the happiness of knowing
her--which is more than thirty years--I have seen nothing but what I
could love and admire. I have often been thankful that my lot was cast
so near her in years gone by. Some of my most hallowed moments
have been when bowed with her at the throne of grace. Under all
circumstances she proved herself my friend; by her strong faith in God
she encouraged me to trust, where I could not trace, the dispensations
of Providence; often comforted my mind by an appropriate passage of
God's word, and by her simple and earnest pleadings at the throne of
grace, led me nearer to the mercy-seat. I owe much to the memory of my
precious friend; and her example has often stimulated me to increased
diligence. How forcibly did she remind others of the treasures of
religion! Plain in reproof, she was yet so transparent, th