A Limited Education
Dwight didn’t respond decisively to the gospel at this time, but his heart was surely touched. For the next seven years, Betsy Moody gathered her children for church and Sunday dinner, creating precious memories for Dwight. Dwight’s formal education ended at ten, spanning less than four years. He then worked to support himself and his family.
Heading to Boston
At seventeen, Dwight headed to Boston to make a life for himself. His uncles, Samuel and Lemuel Holton, had prosperous shoe and boot stores there.
A Stubborn Streak
Dwight’s self-assurance and brashness worried his uncle Samuel. When Dwight arrived in Boston, his uncle advised him to avoid the city, but Dwight showed up at his doorstep anyway.
A Humble Beginning
Dwight’s pride was tested when his uncle didn’t immediately offer him a job. He considered going to New York, but Lemuel advised him to ask Samuel for help. Dwight humbled himself and was given a chance to work in the store.
Conditions of Employment
Uncle Samuel told Dwight he’d work in the store if he did his best, asked when he didn’t know, went to church and Sunday School, and stayed out of trouble. “You can have till Monday to think it over…”
TO BE CONTINUED…
Tale Tuesday 070
Date: 9th January, 2024
Title: : Dwight L. Moody – The Greatest Layman (Part 2)
Source: The Azusa Street Revival
Author: Roberts Liardon
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