This led him to study the Word of God.

A brother priest, on intimate terms with him, was induced to join in the study, and the result was the hopeful conversion of both.

Their united efforts were now directed to the conversion of their flock, and a spirit of inquiry was awakened.

In the spring of 1838, Mr.Dwight found sixteen at Nicomedia, who appeared to be truly converted men.

He was surprised at the seriousness and intelligence with which they conversed on the great truths of the Gospel.