The Life of William Carey, Shoemaker & MissionarySmith, George
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The Life of William Carey, Shoemaker & Missionary
Smith, George
Carey, William, 1761-1834; Missions -- India
"Jeymooni. In this country are many ways: the way of the debtahs; the
way of Jagganath, where all eat together; the way of Ghospara, etc.
Yet all these are vain. Yesoo Kreest's death, and Yesoo Kreest's
commands--this is the way of life! I long to see Kreest's kingdom
grow. This week I had much joy in talking to Gokool's mother, whose
heart is inclined to judge about the way of Kreest. When I was called
to go and talk with her, on the way I thought within myself, but how
can I explain the way of Kreest? I am but a woman, and do not know
much. Yet I recollected that the blessing does not come from us: God
can bless the weakest words. Many Bengali women coming from the
adjoining houses, sat down and heard the word; and I was glad in hoping
that the mercy of God might be found by this old woman. [Gokool's
mother.]
"Komal. I am a great sinner; yet I have been much rejoiced this week in
Gokool's mother coming to inquire about the Gospel. I had great sorrow
when Gokool was ill; and at one time I thought he would have died; but
God has graciously restored him. We have worldly sorrow, but this
lasts only for a time.
"Draupadi. This week I have had much sorrow on account of Petumber. His
mind is very bad: he sits in the house, and refuses to work; and I know
not what will become of him: yet Kreest's death is a true word.
"Golook. I have had much joy in thinking of God's goodness to our
family. My sisters Onunda and Kesaree wish to be baptised, and to come
into the church. If I can believe in Kreest's death, and keep his
commands till death, then I shall be saved."
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