History of Presbyterianism

ridicule were themselves brought under the myste- rious influence, and returned to their homes under deep religious conviction, or as sometimes was the case, rejoicing in the liberty of the sons of God.

Under the ministry of this able and devoted serv- ant of God, there were several remarkable revivals of religion, at which hundreds were savingly con- verted to God, who, having lived consistent lives, are now with their worthy pastor and the myriads of the redeemed, before the throne of God, praising him day and night in his temple.

It is worthy of remark that Mr. McDonald never entered into any agreement with his people as to the amount of stipend he should receive, but in com- pensation for his untiring labors accepted whatever they felt inclined to give, and it is a well known fact that a large share of what he did receive was dis- tributed amongst the poor with whom he met, irre- spective of creed or color. He was the poor man’s friend, and was greatly beloved by all who knew him; and those who knew him best loved him most. No minister within the range of our knowledge has devoted himself more unremittingly to the work of an evangelist amongst his people. He implicitly obeyed the apostolic example and injunction of vis- iting from house to house without providing for himself any permanent abode, but sharing in what— ever fare might fall to his lot without murmur or complaint.

Though an ordained minister of the Church of Scotland, and though claiming that he and his peo-

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