I was tolerably moral and decent in my conduct, from motives of carnal and worldly policy; but I was a stranger to God and Christ.

I neglected my soul; and had I died in such a state, hell must, and would justly, have been my portion." "How long is it since you heard the sermon which, you hope, through God's blessing, effected your conversion ?" "About five years ago." "How was it brought about ?" "It was reported that a Mr.---, who was detained by contrary winds from embarking on board ship as chaplain to a distant part of the world, was to preach at church.

Many advised me not to go, for fear he should turn my head, as they said he held strange notions.

But curiosity, and an opportunity of appearing in a new gown, which I was very proud of, induced me to ask leave of my mistress to go.

Indeed, sir, I had no better motives than vanity and curiosity.