The Life of D. L. Moody by His Son

Heroes of the Faith

by William Revell Moody

""The preparation of my Father's biography has been undertaken as a sacred trust. Early in the spring of 1894 he was asked by an old friend for permission to issue a biography with his approval. This my Father declined to do, and, on that occasion, expressed the wish that I should assume the task when his life-work was ended. In reply to my objection that such an undertaking demanded a literary experience that I did not possess, he said: 'I don't care anything about that. What I want is that you should correct inaccuracies and misstatements that it would be difficult to straighten out during my life. You are the one to do this. All my friends will unite on you and give you their assistance. There are many who think they know me better than any one else, and would feel themselves best able to interpret my life. IF you do not do this work there will be many inaccurate and conflicting 'Lives.'"" --From the Introduction William R. Moody (1900-1985) was bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington from 1945 to 1970.

Genres: Biography, Christian, Nonfiction, History, Church History

596 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1900

Reviews

[Deke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moody only received an 8th grade education and yet did so much more for Christ than many PHDs of today. His usage of the English language was poor, yet he was rich in spiritual knowledge & works.

[Ray · Rating 2 out of 5]

The tragic thing about this book, was that I truly believe it had the potential to be interesting. Like any history, a lot depends on the mode of telling, granted this one was chronological (to the best of my understanding) which lends coherency to it's credit. However if I had not been forced to read it for school I'm not sure I would have ever been compelled enough to finish the entire thing, it simply wasn't that engaging of a read.
I don't want to confuse anyone on this point, the title is 'the life of D. L. Moody' and yes, I just said I found it boring, but do not confuse the book with the man himself, I think his life was far from boring and that he held an 'electric' personality. The man himself, not boring. The book, Ooohhh my word yes!

[David Kemp · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been a long time since a book has moved me like this book. I have been inspired and convicted by the life and example of Mr. D. L. Moody – a great and godly man.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very detailed book full of pictures written by Dwight Moody's son. Dwight's early years were fascinating to read such as how early he left home to find work but always maintained ties with his mother. His zeal and fire for evangelism was so inspiring. I think what I enjoyed most was his work with youth and his love and commitment to them. I loved the descriptions of the youth meetings which were full of praise; testimonies and prayer. Nothing flashy like in our day and no pampered draws to "get the kids interested." Jesus was always the main theme. The book got a little boring towards the end detailing his many travels to Europe but it was wonderful to read how his zeal never waned and he was always upstanding.

[Rob Duguid · Rating 3 out of 5]

Biography of DL Moody by his son

Overall I thought the book was very light on description of the person Dwight Moody. No information about his wife and their love story, and no information about his children and how he treated them. There was a little discussion about his relationship with his grandchildren which was good. Most of the book was quoting newspaper reports on his travels and evangelistic campaigns which was quite boring. Only a handful of personal stories of his interaction with people he preached to. The eulogies by renowned preachers at the end of the book was very good and maybe the most revealing on who Dwight Moody was.

[rachel thorpe · Rating 5 out of 5]

The whole time I was reading this book I prayed, Lord, do it again! Do it again Lord! Raise up another Moody, many Moodys! What a dynamo of a man. His singular purpose was to see people saved so they could be in heaven, not hell, when they died. He reached so very many...effectively. He only ever gave all the glory, all the credit to God, to whom it belonged.

[Dustin Witmer]

This book was from the library of my great grandfather, and gifted at his death to my grandfather, and now passed along to me. I’m thankful for the ministry of Moody, and also for the spiritual heritage that brought this book to me.

[W. Austin · Rating 3 out of 5]

can be pretty wordy but i like it

[Rich · Rating 3 out of 5]

Many great lessons and encouragements.

God used Moody, because He was a willing vessel.
Then God can use you and I, if we will only be willing vessels.
Notice I did not say perfect. I said willing.

[Linda Callahan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very indepth look at D. L. Moody. It is written by his son; which makes more details than most biographies. This contributes to a clearer understanding of Mr. Moody; however at times I felt kept down with so many details which are not important today.