I have found, for me, that when I start my day in the Bible, my
heart and mind are better prepared to respond to God's presence throughout the rest of the day — and I usually find that I am
kinder in my responses to other people and more
gracious with myself.
I would be afraid,
kindest Sir, to disturb your loving self with my burdensome letters and wishes, if I did not know (on the basis of your
gracious heart, so generously inclined towards me) of the sincere friendship I have experienced in so many ways and favours.