towering intellectual genius communicated the gospel in a humble setting on the equivalent of a fifth-grade level. Out of the public eye, Edwards experienced both highs and lows. Positively, God granted Edwards many converts and changed lives, but negatively, there was again conflict and controversy. The Williams family, which had caused him much trouble in Northampton, continued the fight in Stockbridge. Ephraim Williams, a thorn in Edwards’ flesh, tried to smear Edwards’ name, accusing him of embezzlement