Spurgeon Legacy Podcast

“Is It True?” – A C.H. Spurgeon Sermon on Daniel 3:14

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0500

In “Is It True?” Charles Spurgeon preaches on Daniel 3:14, using Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego’s refusal to bow before Nebuchadnezzar’s golden image, Spurgeon challenges every believer to examine the sincerity of their faith. He warns that following Christ will bring opposition, temptation, and opportunities to compromise and urges Christians to stand firm whatever the cost. Genuine faith, he insists, is more than an outward profession: it must be proven through obedience, courage, and loyalty to Christ above all.

This sermon was preached September 12, 1886 at the Metropolitan Tabernacle (Sermon No. 1930, Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit, Vol. 32).

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Spurgeon: The Man Beyond the Pulpit | Interview with Ray Rhodes Jr.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0500

On this episode of the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast I sit down with Ray Rhodes, Jr, author of Susie (on Spurgeon's wife Susannah), Yours, Till Heaven (on their marriage), and now a major new biography, Spurgeon: The Man Beyond the Pulpit.

We talk about why the world needed another Charles Spurgeon biography, how Rhodes researched the man behind the "Prince of Preachers," and some surprising things about Spurgeon's life he uncovered along the way.

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How to Become Full of Joy — A CH Spurgeon Sermon on 1 John 1:4

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500

In “How To Become Full Of Joy,” Charles Spurgeon shows how true joy stems from a deep connection with Jesus Christ and understanding the truths of Scripture. While external trials and internal struggles can hinder joy, continual engagement with the Bible and a focus on the doctrines of salvation, redemption, and eternal life in Christ can restore and maintain it.

This sermon was delivered on September 17, 1865 at the Metropolitan Tabernacle and was originally published in Volume 57 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

For more resources on the life and ministry of Charles Haddon Spurgeon, and to listen to his sermons delivered with the dynamic of live preaching, visit https://www.CHSpurgeon.com.

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Compel Them to Come In | An Evangelistic Sermon from CH Spurgeon

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500

"Compel them to come in" is one of Spurgeon's most passionately evangelistic sermons. Drawing from Luke 14:23, he speaks with deep compassion and urgency, warning of the dire consequences of rejecting Christ and emphasizing the eternal blessings of embracing Him.

Spurgeon's earnest call to sinners to respond to Christ's invitation reflects his fervent desire for their salvation and his unwavering belief in the transformative power of the gospel.

This sermon was delivered on December 5, 1858 at the Music Hall, Royal Surrey Gardens and was originally published in Volume 5 of the New Park Street Pulpit.

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Consider Before You Fight — A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Luke 14:31-32

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0500

“What king, going to make war against another king, sitteth not down first, and consulteth whether he be able with ten thousand to meet him that cometh against him with twenty thousand? Or else, while the other is yet a great way off, he sendeth an ambassage, and desireth conditions of peace.” — Luke 14:31-32

In "Consider Before You Fight," Charles Spurgeon urges his listeners to count the cost of following Christ before making a commitment. Using the metaphor of a king who carefully considers whether he has the resources to win a war, Spurgeon emphasizes that discipleship requires sacrifice, self-denial, and a willingness to face trials. He warns against a superficial commitment to Christ, encouraging believers to fully understand and accept the challenges that come with true Christian living, while also trusting in God's provision and strength to persevere.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"The religion of Christ is the most reasonable one in the world, and Jesus Christ never desires to have any disciples who shall blindly follow him without counting the cost."

"My dear friend, will it not be a very dreadful thing to die when you are at war with God? If you could fight this out for ever under such circumstances as those in which you now are, I could not then commend the struggle, but since it must come to such an awful pause, since there must be that death-rattle in your throat, since there must be that clammy sweat upon your brow, O you will want some better business than to be carrying arms against the God of heaven in your dying moments. They that have God for their friend, yet find death no very pleasant task, but what will you find it, who will have to strike yourselves in every blow that you are aiming against the Most High, whom you have made, and continue to make your enemy. "

"There is no sin for which it is worth your while to be damned."

"Cast out your enemies and gods, and then lay hold on Christ, on Jesus Christ alone, and let him stand as Ambassador for thee."

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An Earnest Warning Against Lukewarmness | Revelation 3:14–21

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In "An Earnest Warning about Lukewarmness," Spurgeon warns against the spiritual danger of indifference in churches and individual believers. Preaching on Christ’s rebuke of the church at Laodicea from Revelation 3:14–21, he shows that a church may appear respectable, organized, and prosperous while becoming proud, prayerless, and spiritually dull.

Spurgeon urges believers to repent of self-satisfaction, recover holy zeal, and return to close communion with Christ, who still graciously calls his people to open the door and enjoy renewed fellowship with him.

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Explore the All-New CHSpurgeon.com

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0500

A brand new CHSpurgeon.com has just launched!

This complete redesign includes:

3500+ sermons searchable by volume, topic or Scripture
Historical context for each sermon volume
Devotionals, books, articles, interviews, and more
A Spurgeon quote generator
Interactive timeline of Spurgeon's life and ministry

Explore it here: https://chspurgeon.com

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Jesus Christ Himself: A Sermon by CH Spurgeon on Ephesians 2:20

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Preached on December 9, 1877, this sermon calls the listener to focus on Jesus Christ Himself as the sum and substance of our faith.

"Jesus Christ himself is our captain, our armor, our strength, and our victory. We inscribe his name upon our banner, for it is hell’s terror, heaven’s delight, and earth’s hope." - CH Spurgeon

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Remember the Sabbath: CH Spurgeon's Views on the Lord's Day

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0500

Are Christians still required to keep the Sabbath? And what does keeping the Sabbath really look like?

On this episode we will answer these important questions and many others as we consider the role of the sabbath in the Christian life through the lens of the convictions and teachings of Charles Spurgeon.

We’ll hear from Pastor Brandon Rhea, author of “Spurgeon's Forgotten Sabbatarianism: Examining the Role of the 4th Commandment in His Life and Theology.”

Rhea is the pastor at Faith Baptist Church in Kirksville, Missouri and received his Ph.D. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, with his dissertation being focused on the Sabbath views of the Prince of Preachers.

In this conversation we will:
• Dispel some caricatures about the Sabbath
• Discuss whether or not this command is still binding for us today
• How to begin observing the Sabbath if you have never really set it apart as the Lord’s Day.

Along the way, we’ll learn how a commitment to the Sabbath shaped Spurgeon’s ministry, what this looked like in his own life over the years, and how this conviction runs like a thread throughout his preaching and teaching.

Note: This interview originally appeared as an episode of the Reasonable Theology podcast.

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Sweet Comfort for Feeble Saints – A Spurgeon Sermon on Matthew 12:20

Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500

"Christ will not throw you away because you are of no value. You do not know of what use you may be, and you cannot tell how Jesus Christ values you after all." — CH Spurgeon

In “Sweet Comfort for Feeble Saints,” Charles Spurgeon reveals the compassionate nature of Jesus Christ towards those who are spiritually frail and struggling.

Using the metaphor of a bruised reed and smoking flax from Matthew 12:20, Spurgeon illustrates Christ’s gentleness and refusal to extinguish the faintest spark of faith. Christ values you, will not abandon you, and has a purpose for your restoration and growth in grace.

This sermon offers hope and reassurance to those feeling worthless or insignificant in their spiritual journey, reminding them of Christ’s tender care for all of His flock.

This sermon was preached on February 4, 1855 at the New Park Street Chapel. It can be found in Volume 1 of the New Park Street Pulpit.

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The First Cry From the Cross: A Sermon by CH Spurgeon on Luke 23:34

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

The sermon "The First Cry from the Cross" was delivered on October 24, 1869 by Charles Haddon Spurgeon. The passage is Luke 23:34, which records Jesus' prayer for forgiveness for those who crucified Him: “Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.”

In this message Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of continuous prayer, regardless of circumstances, and uses Jesus' prayer to illustrate the nature of His intercession for humanity. The sermon encourages believers to emulate Jesus' compassion and unselfishness, demonstrating how His first cry from the cross serves as a profound example of love and forgiveness.

SELECT QUOTES FROM THIS SERMON

"Let us continue in prayer so long as our heart beats; let no excess of suffering drive us away from the throne of grace, but rather let it drive us closer to it." - CH Spurgeon

"It was not without meaning that he taught us when we pray to say, “Our Father,” for our prevalence in prayer will much depend upon our confidence in our relationship to God." - CH Spurgeon

"The first business of every Christian man and woman is with the hearts and consciences of men as they stand before the everlasting God. O let nothing turn you aside from your divine errand of mercy to undying souls." - CH Spurgeon

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The Singular Origin of a Christian Man | CH Spurgeon sermon on Ephesians 2:10

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0500

In this sermon, Charles Haddon Spurgeon explains the true origin of the Christian life: it is not the result of family heritage, human effort, or personal decision alone, but the work of God Himself. God makes Christians the same way He made the world: out of nothing, by His power alone.

Spurgeon carefully distinguishes between outward religion and the new birth, emphasizing that genuine faith arises from God’s sovereign grace. He goes on to show that the good works following salvation were also planned by God in advance — and that the very circumstances of your life, however difficult, are the exact conditions he prepared for you to live them out.

This sermon was preached on February 7th, 1884 and can be found in Volume 31 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

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Zealous, but Wrong | A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Romans 10:1-3

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0600

In "Zealous But Wrong," CH Spurgeon emphasizes that salvation is not achieved through zealous works or religious fervor, but solely through faith in Christ. He reflects on the Apostle Paul’s warning against zeal without knowledge in Romans 10, noting that many are driven by religious enthusiasm yet lack a true understanding of God’s righteousness. Spurgeon argues that human efforts, no matter how earnest or well-intentioned, cannot earn salvation; only Christ’s righteousness can justify a person before God.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"It is of no use to be zealous if you are zealous in a wrong cause."

"The man that is desperately earnest in a wrong way, if you can but show him his wrong, and teach him what is right, will be just as earnest in the right way. Oh, what splendid Christians some would make who are now such devotees of superstition!"

"It is easier to get a sinner out of his sin than a self-righteous man out of his self-righteousness."

"Those who are satisfied with their own holiness are ignorant of God’s attribute of righteousness."

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📖 Purchase Spurgeon: A Biography by Arnold Dallimore

— About Sermons from CHSpurgeon.com —
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For more resources by and about the Prince of Preachers, visit CHSpurgeon.com

Sunday with Spurgeon: What Church Was Like at the Metropolitan Tabernacle

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600

During his lifetime, CH Spurgeon’s printed sermons sold as many as 25,000 copies each week and were translated into more than 20 languages. His popularity endures today, as many untold thousands continue to read his sermons. But what was it like to actually be one of the thousands of people who walked through the doors of the Metropolitan Tabernacle on a Sunday morning?

Thanks to a handful of vivid firsthand accounts left by visitors and recorded by biographers, we have a surprisingly detailed picture of what services were like at Spurgeon’s church.

On this episode, we will hear detailed accounts from several people who visited Spurgeon’s church for both Sunday morning and Sunday evening services. In them you will get a clear picture of what it was like to go and hear a sermon from the Prince of Preachers.

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Remember the Sabbath: Spurgeon’s Views on the Lord’s Day

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0600

Are Christians still required to keep the Sabbath? And what does keeping the Sabbath really look like?

On this episode we will answer these important questions and many others as we consider the role of the sabbath in the Christian life through the lens of the convictions and teachings of Charles Spurgeon.

We’ll hear from Pastor Brandon Rhea, author of Spurgeon’s Forgotten Sabbatarianism: Examining the Role of the 4th Commandment in His Life and Theology.

Rhea is the pastor at Faith Baptist Church in Kirksville, Missouri and received his Ph.D. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, with his dissertation being focused on the Sabbath views of the Prince of Preachers.

In this conversation we:

Dispel some caricatures about the Sabbath
Discuss whether or not this command is still binding for us today
How to begin observing the Sabbath if you have never really set it apart as the Lord’s Day.

Along the way, we’ll learn how a commitment to the Sabbath shaped Spurgeon’s ministry, what this looked like in his own life over the years, and how this conviction runs like a thread throughout his preaching and teaching.

What can we learn from Spurgeon’s Sabbatarianism, and how should we think more carefully about the Lord’s Day in our own lives? On this episode you’ll be both challenged and encouraged as we explore these questions and more.

Note: This interview originally appeared on the Reasonable Theology Podcast

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For more resources by and about the Prince of Preachers, visit CHSpurgeon.com

A Merry Christmas: A Sermon by CH Spurgeon

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0600

Delivered by Spurgeon on December 23, 1860, "A Merry Christmas" focuses on the joy and responsibility of Christian celebration.

Spurgeon takes up Job 1:4-5 to illustrate a balanced approach to festivity, highlighting the importance of family unity, gratitude, and moderation. He encourages believers to enjoy celebrations while remaining mindful of potential excess and ingratitude.

In this sermon, Spurgeon also stresses the need for spiritual reflection and the acknowledgment of Christ's sacrifice during festive times, urging families to sanctify their gatherings with prayer and thanksgiving.

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— SELECT QUOTES —
"God forbid I should be such a Puritan as to proclaim the annihilation of any day of rest which falls to the lot of the laboring man. I wish there were a half-a-dozen holidays in the year."

"If there be a man here who falls into drunkenness, in God’s name, let him tremble, for there is no admittance for the drunkard into the kingdom of heaven."

"Let us so act, that if Christ were at the feast, we should not be ashamed to see him; let us so speak that if Christ sat at our table, we should not count it a hindrance to our joy, but rather that we should be the more free, joyous, and glad, because of such thrice-blessed company."

"Ah! Parents, never forget any of your children; carry them all before God; let them all be consecrated to him, and let your earnest prayer go up for them all."

"I believe that the Christian ministry has to do with you in your daily life, and the more the preacher delivers that which is practically suggestive of profit to our souls, the more closely does he keep to the Master."

— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES —
✉️ Subscribe to CHSpurgeon.com for timeless Spurgeon sermons delivered with the dynamic of live preaching

🎧Purchase multi-sermon volumes of MP3 Spurgeon sermons

📖 Purchase Spurgeon: A Biography by Arnold Dallimore

— About Sermons from CHSpurgeon.com —
There are no existing recordings of CH Spurgeon preaching. These unabridged sermon recordings are delivered with the dynamic of live preaching are perhaps the next best thing to hearing the Prince of Preachers himself.

Thanks for listening to the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast!

For more resources by and about the Prince of Preachers, visit CHSpurgeon.com

Pictures of Life | A Spurgeon Sermon on James 4:14

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In this sermon preached on the evening before his 21st birthday, CH Spurgeon reflects on the profound question, "What is your life?"

With poetic intensity, he walks through Scripture's gallery of metaphors to reveal life's swiftness, uncertainty, and constant change.

Spurgeon paints life as a racing messenger, a swift ship crowding on sail, an eagle hastening to prey, a weaver's shuttle, and wind itself. He shows it as fragile as vapor, insubstantial as shadow, uncertain as a shepherd's tent pitched and removed at God's command. Through it all, he calls believers to recognize that life is a pilgrimage leading to heaven, a story directed by God's sovereign will, ending in eternal glory or judgment.

This sermon was preached on June 18, 1855 at New Park Street Chapel, Southwark and is found in Volume 55 of the New Park Street Pulpit.

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Faith Victorious - A Spurgeon Sermon on Matthew 15:21–28

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on Matthew 15:21–28, Charles Spurgeon illustrates the power of steadfast faith through the story of the Canaanite woman seeking help for her daughter. Though she faced silence, discouragement, and apparent rejection, she refused to let go of her confidence in Christ’s mercy.

The woman’s humility, persistence, and confidence in Christ’s mercy serve as a model for all who seek Him. Though she was an outsider to Israel’s covenant blessings, her faith made her a partaker of grace and brought the Savior’s commendation: “O woman, great is thy faith.”

This sermon was preached on July 25, 1886, and is found in Volume 42 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —

"He could heal her daughter with a word, yet not a word did he utter; an awful silence filled the room as she waited for him to speak. But she did not give up in despair; there is the point, she still had faith in him, and when there was nothing for her ear to hear, there was still something for her heart to believe." — CH Spurgeon

"Though your prayer grows shorter because you are getting weary, if it grows very intense, and you still keep on pleading, it cannot be long before a prayer-hearing Savior will give you the desire of your heart." — CH Spurgeon

"He does love being trusted; and if the biggest sinner out of hell will trust him, that trust is sweetest of all to Christ." — CH Spurgeon

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Salvation by Works: A Criminal Doctrine (A Spurgeon Sermon on Galatians 2:21)

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on Galatians 2:21, CH Spurgeon confronts the error of seeking salvation by works rather than by faith in Christ. He shows how works-based righteousness undermines the gospel, minimizes Christ's sacrifice, and exalts self instead of God.

Spurgeon contrasts this false way with the true gospel of grace, declaring that salvation is wholly a gift of God, received by faith in Christ alone. He urges his hearers to abandon every hope in their own merit and rest only in the righteousness of Jesus.

This sermon was preached on April 18, 1880 and is found in Volume 26 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

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One Lions. Two Lions. No Lion at All (A Spurgeon Sermon on Proverbs 22:13 & 26:13)

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on Proverbs 22:13 and 26:13, CH Spurgeon addresses the excuses of the slothful person, who claims, “There is a lion in the way,” to justify shirking his duty.

Spurgeon uses this picture to expose the self-deception of laziness, particularly in spiritual matters. He warns that many put off repentance, obedience, and service by inventing obstacles that do not exist. Rather than delay, he urges hearers to set aside their excuses and fulfill their duties, trusting God to sustain them in the path of obedience.

This sermon was preached on June 8, 1882 and is found in Volume 28 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

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Sunday with Spurgeon: What church services were like at the Metropolitan Tabernacle

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Have you ever wondered what it was like to attend a worship service at Charles Spurgeon’s church?

On this episode of the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast, we'll explore vivid first-hand accounts from those who experienced a Sunday service at the Metropolitan Tabernacle during Spurgeon’s ministry.

Here's what it was like to spend a Sunday with Spurgeon.

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A Gospel Worth Dying For — A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Acts 20:24

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0500

In “A Gospel Worth Dying For,” Charles Spurgeon proclaims the unparalleled value of the Gospel of Grace. He emphasizes that the true gospel is worth living for and worth dying for. Spurgeon underscores the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ and the assurance of salvation it brings, presenting the gospel as the ultimate truth worth proclaiming and defending. He calls believers to live and, if necessary, die for this message of divine grace.

This sermon was delivered on August 12, 1883 and was originally published in Volume 29 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"We are none of us called to the apostleship, and we may not all have been called to the public preaching of the word of God; but we are all charged to be valiant for the truth upon the earth, and to contend earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints."

"We have gospels nowadays which I would not die for, nor recommend anyone of you to live for, inasmuch as they are gospels that will be snuffed out within a few years."

"Grace is the essence of the gospel. Grace is the one hope for this fallen world! Grace is the sole comfort of saints looking forward for glory!"

"Steadfastness at this particular time has a special value, and I urge you to it; to the gospel which ye have received, to the gospel of the grace of God, I implore you to stand fast so long as you live"

— About Sermons from CHSpurgeon.com —
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Thanks for listening to the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast!

For more resources by and about the Prince of Preachers, visit CHSpurgeon.com

A Golden Prayer - A Spurgeon Sermon on John 12:28

Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on John 12:28, CH Spurgeon meditates on Jesus’ prayer, “Father, glorify thy name,” spoken just before His arrest and crucifixion. Though His soul was troubled, Christ’s chief desire was not deliverance but that God be glorified through it all.

Spurgeon presents this as the believer’s highest aim—to echo Christ’s golden prayer in every circumstance, even in trial or death. He exhorts his hearers to live not for comfort or self fulfillment, but with a consuming passion that the Father’s name be magnified in and through their lives.

This sermon was preached on December 30, 1877 and is found in Volume 24 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"If I must lose my property, glorify thy name by my poverty; if I must be bereaved, glorify thy name in my sorrows; if I must die, glorify thy name in my departure."

"Our Lord was called to bear the enormous load of man’s transgressions; over his holy soul the dark shadow of human guilt must pass, and on his sensitive spirit must be made to meet the iniquity of us all."

"Jesus wept, and we may weep. Jesus told out his sorrow to his friends, and you may do the same."

"God’s birds often sing best in cages"

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Spurgeon: A Life — A Conversation with Biographer Alex DiPrima

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0500

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Mourning at the Sight of the Crucified - A Spurgeon Sermon on Luke 23:48

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on Luke 23:48, Spurgeon reflects on the crowd’s reaction after witnessing Christ’s crucifixion—how they “smote their breasts” as they departed from Calvary. But he warns that mere emotional sorrow over Jesus’ death is not enough.

True, saving sorrow goes deeper—it is a heartfelt mourning over one’s own sin in light of the Savior’s suffering. Spurgeon urges his hearers not to leave the foot of the cross unchanged, but to experience the kind of sorrow that leads to genuine repentance and faith in the crucified Christ.

This sermon was preached on March 14, 1869 and is found in Volume 15 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —
" If Jesus upon the cross do not save you, Christ on the throne shall damn yon. If Christ dying be not your life, Christ living shall be your death. If Christ on earth be not your heaven, Christ coming from heaven shall be your hell."

"Look beyond the sufferings of the innocent manhood of Jesus, and see upon the tree the atoning sacrifice of Christ, or else you look to the cross in vain."

"We need despair of no man now that Jesus has died for sinners. With such a hammer as the doctrine of the cross, the most flinty heart will be broken; and with such a fire as the sweet love of Christ, the most mighty iceberg will be melted."

"Many have come under the sound of the gospel resolved to scoff, but they have returned to pray."

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The Last Battle: A Spurgeon Sermon on Death, Sin, and Christ’s Victory

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500

"The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But, thanks be unto God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."—1 Corinthians 15:56-57

In 'Thoughts on the Last Battle,' Spurgeon reflects on the universal reality of death, which he calls "the last battle" that every person must face. He emphasizes that while death is certain and cannot be avoided, what makes it truly dreadful is its "sting"—sin—and the strength of that sting is the law of God, which condemns the sinner.

But for the believer, Christ has removed that sting by bearing sin and fulfilling the law on our behalf. Spurgeon urges his hearers to examine whether they are in Christ, for only those who are saved can face death with peace and even triumph. He points to the Christian's hope not in an escape of physical death but in victory over it through Jesus Christ.

This sermon was preached on May 13, 1855 and is found in Volume 1 of the New Park Street Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —
" That which shall make death most terrible to man will be sin, if it is not forgiven."

"If any of you desire to be saved by works, remember one sin will spoil your righteousness."

"Christ has taken away the strength of sin in this respect, that he has removed the law. We are not under bondage, but under grace."

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The Danger of Doubting - A Spurgeon Sermon on 1 Samuel 27:1

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0500

In his sermon The Danger of Doubting, Charles Spurgeon reflects on 1 Samuel 27:1, where David, overwhelmed by fear, says in his heart, "I shall now perish one day by the hand of Saul." Spurgeon highlights how even God's most faithful servants can fall into moments of doubt, allowing fear to overshadow their trust in God's promises.

Spurgeon warns that doubt is more than just a fleeting emotion; it can lead believers down dangerous paths, distorting their view of God's faithfulness and prompting poor decisions. With heartfelt exhortation, he encourages listeners to resist despair and trust steadfastly in the Lord, reminding them that God’s promises are sure, even when circumstances seem bleak.

This sermon was preached on March 16, 1862 when Spurgeon was 28 years old. It can be found in Volume 8 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

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Spurgeon's Prayer-Powered Ministry - Keeney Dickenson Interview

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0600

CH Spurgeon famously said, "No man can do me a truer kindness in this world than to pray for me." His entire ministry reflected his complete reliance on prayer.

On this episode we’re joined by Pastor Keeney Dickson, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Crockett, founder of Prayerdigm Ministries, and author of Spurgeon: The Prayer-Powered Pulpit of the Prince of Preachers.

In our conversation we’ll discuss Spurgeon’s example of prayer-fueled ministry, the challenges that often keep pastors and every believer from praying as we ought, and how we can overcome these roadblocks to prayer.

I hope this look at the prayer life of Spurgeon will be an encouragement to you to give renewed focus on your own prayer life and introduce you to some helpful resources to help you do so.

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Finding Hope in Darkness: A Spurgeon Sermon on God's Faithfulness

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In A Bright Light in Deep Shades, Charles Spurgeon reflects on Isaiah 51:1, where God calls His people to remember the rock from which they were hewn. Spurgeon encourages believers to look beyond their present trials and remember God's past faithfulness, finding renewed courage and hope in His unchanging promises.

Whether you are facing hardship or seeking encouragement, this sermon is a reminder that God’s light shines even in our darkest moments.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"It will do thee good to remember what thou once wast, how thou hast now become what thou art, and to whom the glory of it is due."

"There is a cheerful view for you, if you will but look back; and brighter scenes will yet open up before you as you go forward."

"Let us look back to the rock whence we were hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence Christ’s church was digged. We shall see great encouragement under present discouragements if we do so."

"Let us not fear, we have the same God, we have the same gospel, we have the same Holy Spirit to make the gospel effectual against error."

"From the very highest of the population, or from the lowest, whichever he willed, he could raise up men that should defend the truth, and carry the banner of the cross into the very heart of the foe."

"If the gospel’s progress were always smooth and easy, where were the glory of it?"

"I earnestly pray you to live today as if you were only saved today, to go and try to bring others to Christ, as if your own conversion had only been accomplished five minutes before."

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A Word with Those Who Wait for Signs and Wonders | Spurgeon on Luke 11:29

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0600

In this sermon, Charles Spurgeon speaks to people who feel like they need a miracle or special sign before they can believe in Jesus. Drawing from Luke 11:29, he highlights the sufficiency of Christ's finished work and the urgency of responding to the gospel. Spurgeon urges listeners to lay aside doubts and excuses, pointing them to the simplicity and power of faith in Christ. This message challenges us to trust God’s Word above all else and to come to Him without hesitation.

This sermon was preached on October 31, 1869 at the Metropolitan Tabernacle and was originally published in Volume 15 of the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"The gospel itself is the greatest of signs and wonder. What want you more that that?" - CH Spurgeon

"To ask a sign from God when he pledges his word seems to me to be out of all reason. You are a beggar, remember, and we have an old proverb that beggars must not be choosers; above all, how dare a beggar demand a sign before he will receive an alms?" - CH Spurgeon

"God has promised that everyone that believeth in Jesus Christ shall live; he has promised to hear prayer; but he has never promised to give any one of you a sign or a wonder; and yet you will ask him to give you a sign which he has never promised, and dare not ask him to give you eternal life which he has promised. Folly indeed!" - CH Spurgeon

"Such is the mystery of regeneration. It is so mysterious that no one can explain it, but it is so simple that everyone that believeth in Christ has experienced it already; it is so mysterious that if the most learned tomes were composed to define it, all the writers in the world might fail in the definition, but it is such a simplicity that whosoever believeth in Jesus Christ is born of God." - CH Spurgeon

Come Ye Children: CH Spurgeon's Advice for Ministering to Children

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0600

CH Spurgeon warned parents about two errors they can make when raising their children: neglecting their souls or assuming that they will automatically be saved because of the faith of their parents.

On this episode we will discuss how to avoid both of these errors. We’re talking with Pastor Brandon Rhea, who has written the forward for a new edition of Spurgeon’s classic, “Come Ye Children” by Particular Baptist Heritage Books.

"Come Ye Children" exhorts parents and pastors alike to take seriously their role in drawing the hearts and minds of children to Jesus Christ, explaining their need for a Savior, urging them on in their sanctification, and teaching them sound doctrine from an early age.

In this conversation will talk about how Spurgeon’s views challenge modern ideas of children’s ministry, practical steps you can take in your own home to teach your kids spiritual truths, and what we can learn from Spurgeon’s example as a pastor and as a father.

Be sure to check out the show notes for this episode for links to additional resources that we talk about in our conversation.

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A Merry Christmas | A Spurgeon Sermon on Job 1:4-5

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0600

Delivered by CH Spurgeon on December 23, 1860, “A Merry Christmas” reflects on the joy of Christmas and its true significance. He emphasizes that the season is not merely about outward festivities but a heartfelt celebration of Christ's incarnation.

Spurgeon reminds his listeners that Christ’s birth brought the hope of salvation to sinners, an occasion for profound spiritual rejoicing. He encourages believers to focus on the redemptive work of Jesus, which brings lasting peace and joy to those who embrace Him by faith. Spurgeon also calls on Christians to share this joy with others through acts of love and charity, embodying the gospel message in their lives.

A Christmas Question | A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Isaiah 9:6

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0600

In “A Christmas Question,” Spurgeon challenges his listeners to move beyond mere festive celebrations to examine whether they can include themselves in Isaiah's words that that "unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given.”

By posing a direct question—whether each individual can truly call Jesus their own—Spurgeon encourages self-reflection, urging people not to be content with superficial religiosity but to seek a genuine, soul-transforming relationship with Christ, which alone makes Christmas meaningful and joyful.

This sermon was preached on December 25, 1859 at Exeter Hall. It is published in Volume 6 of the New Park Street Pulpit.

"The matter of question is this: Is this child born to us? Is he given to us? This is the matter of anxious enquiry. Have we a personal interest in the child that was born at Bethlehem? Do we know that He is our Savior?—that he has brought glad tidings to us?—that to us He belongs? and that we belong to Him?" — CH Spurgeon

The Light of the World | A CH Spurgeon Sermon on John 8:12

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0600

In this sermon on John 8:12, CH Spurgeon proclaims Christ as the Light of the World. He emphasizes that Jesus illuminates the truth about God, dispels the darkness of sin, and provides guidance for believers in a fallen world. Listeners are challenged to live as reflections of Christ’s light, shining brightly in a dark world to lead others to salvation.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"Oh! beloved, the light of Christ comes out brightest upon the cross."

"Christ, the true, the heavenly light, extinguishes all your earthly luminaries."

"There is no clear light in which any man can discern God, or rightly understand himself, perceive the bitterness of sin, or apprehend the destiny and the doom of heaven and hell, but what flows through Jesus Christ."

"Courage, my brethren! There shall be revival after revival, there shall be reformation after reformation, shock of battle after shock of battle, and the dread artillery of God’s great Gospel shall be fired off against the hosts of hell."

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Read Your Bibles!

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0600

"Let us constantly read the Scriptures! Let us read them, I would say, in preference to other books. Oh, my Brothers and Sisters, read the Bible! Read the Bible and these things that enfeeble will lose all their attraction for you!

If my sermons kept people from reading the Bible for themselves, I would like to see the whole stock in a blaze and burned to ashes!

But if they serve as finger-posts, pointing to the Scriptures and saying, “Read this, and this, and this,” then I am thankful to have printed them.

But if they keep you from your Bibles, burn them, burn them, burn them! Do not let them overlay the Scriptures, but lie beneath them, for that is their proper place. Keep you first to God’s revealed Word."

— CH Spurgeon

Zealous, but Wrong | A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Romans 10:1-3

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In "Zealous But Wrong," CH Spurgeon emphasizes that salvation is not achieved through zealous works or religious fervor, but solely through faith in Christ. He reflects on the Apostle Paul’s warning against zeal without knowledge in Romans 10, noting that many are driven by religious enthusiasm yet lack a true understanding of God’s righteousness. Spurgeon argues that human efforts, no matter how earnest or well-intentioned, cannot earn salvation; only Christ’s righteousness can justify a person before God.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"It is of no use to be zealous if you are zealous in a wrong cause."

"The man that is desperately earnest in a wrong way, if you can but show him his wrong, and teach him what is right, will be just as earnest in the right way. Oh, what splendid Christians some would make who are now such devotees of superstition!"

"It is easier to get a sinner out of his sin than a self-righteous man out of his self-righteousness."

"Those who are satisfied with their own holiness are ignorant of God’s attribute of righteousness."

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Charles Spurgeon & The Downgrade Controversy — Revived Thoughts

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Recently I had the opportunity to join Troy Frasier over at Revived Thoughts, an excellent podcast dedicated to bringing historical sermons to life.

Troy and I spoke about the life and ministry of CH Spurgeon, with a particular focus on the Downgrade Controversy. Learn about this important issue and how it impacted Spurgeon's life and work.

After our conversation, listen to Spurgeon's sermon "A Dirge for the Downgrade and a Song for Faith."

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The Soul's Great Crisis | A Spurgeon Sermon on Romans 7:8-9

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In "The Soul’s Great Crisis," Spurgeon expounds on Romans 7:8-9, addressing the role of God's law in revealing our sin and driving us to recognize our spiritual crisis. Spurgeon explores how we may live in false security, believing we are righteous through outward obedience because we fail to grasp the true spiritual demands of the law.

However, when God's law reveals the depth of our sin our self-righteousness dies. Rather than drive us to despair, this is mean to drive us to embrace the grace and salvation found in Jesus Christ alone.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"God must clear away all your rubbish before He can give His grace."

"There is no sharper instrument with which to lance the soul than the broken law of God."

"As long as you have any good in yourself, I know you will have nothing from Christ, but when all your hope from your own merit is laid at the foot of the law, then what an opportunity there is for the Gospel to come in."

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God's Cure for Mans Weakness | Spurgeon on Hebrews 11:34

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0500

In "God’s Cure for Man’s Weakness," Spurgeon reflects on Hebrews 11:34 and shows how God often works through our frailty to display His strength. He emphasizes that believers are not hindered by their weakness; instead, it is in our weakness that God's power is fully revealed.

Spurgeon examines biblical examples of those who were weak, yet empowered by God to do mighty things, and encourages believers today to rely on God's strength rather than their own. He assures that through faith, even the weakest person can be made strong and can accomplish great things for God's glory.

"You must be strong. This is not an age in which weak Christianity will do. It is strong, energetic religion that we want now, and you cannot obtain it except by gaining strong faith, and much of it. Plead for it, and then, when you shall have obtained it, the world shall feel your power. God shall be glorified, and Christ’s name shall be lifted high." — CH Spurgeon

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The Unsearchable Riches of Christ — A Spurgeon Sermon on Ephesians 3:8

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0500

In this sermon on Ephesians 3:8, CH Spurgeon reflects on the "unsearchable riches of Christ," emphasizing the limitless spiritual blessings available to us through the Gospel. He explains that Christ's riches are unsearchable because they offer boundless love to sinners, forgiveness for those who repent, comfort for the mourning, and wisdom for the seeking. He urges believers to treasure Christ above all and unbelievers to respond to the free offer of salvation in Him.

This sermon was preached on April 14, 1867 at the Agricultural Hall in Islington.

— SELECT QUOTES —

"The doctrines of the gospel are a golden throne upon which Jesus sits, as king." — CHS

"I have had more joy in half-an-hour’s communion with Christ than I have found in months of other comforts." — CHS

"Jesus has riches of pardon for those who repent of their sins." — CHS

"Great sinner, come and do Him honor by trusting in him as a great Savior." — CHS

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The Great Jail (and How to Get Out of It) | A Spurgeon Sermon on Galatians 3:22

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

"We preach, at God’s command, the way of salvation by mercy, not by merit; by faith, not by works; by grace, not by the efforts of men. May God help us so to set forth that principle, that many may accept it. I do not care one snap of my finger about preaching so that the style shall please the ear, but I long to reach your hearts. I want you to receive the only sure method of salvation, and I pray the Holy Ghost to baptize my words in his own mighty fire, and make them to burn their way into your hearts, and subdue you to the obedience of faith." — CH Spurgeon

In "The Great Jail, and How to Get Out of It," Charles Spurgeon uses Galatians 3:22 to illustrate humanity’s imprisonment under sin. He emphasizes that salvation through works is impossible, and only faith in Jesus Christ can deliver one from this prison. This sermon contrasts human efforts to earn salvation with the grace-based salvation offered by God through Christ.

— SELECT QUOTES —
"If you can save yourselves by your works, go and do so, fools that you are, for you might as well hope to drink dry the Atlantic."

"The sinfulness of all men is abundantly taught in Scripture; indeed, it is to be found on every page of it."

"Religious or irreligious, the broken law shuts up all men in the selfsame prison."

"The Lord Jesus Christ has come to bring to all those who believe in him a complete deliverance from the bondage of the law. The man who believes in Jesus is forgiven; the very moment he believes, all his transgressions are blotted out, and from that moment he is just in the sight of God."

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The Spurgeon Heritage Collection — A Conversation with Curator Geoff Chang

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The Spurgeon Library at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary has become the primary location for Spurgeon scholarship. It contains the bulk of Spurgeon’s personal library — more than 6,000 volumes — as well as artifacts from his life, such as his preaching rail, his writing desk, and even pews from the church where he was converted.

The Spurgeon Library recently acquired the Spurgeon Heritage Collection, adding many more of his writings and personal belongings, including personal letters, minutes from the Pastors' College, hundreds of newspaper clippings, as well as manuscripts from his sermons and books – plus many personal items and artifacts.

On this episode of the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast, you’ll hear from Spurgeon Library curator Geoff Chang about the many items they have, how they go about preserving and sharing them with a new generation, and why Spurgeon’s legacy remains to this day. We’ll also discuss his latest book release, Christ Our All: Poems for the Christian Pilgrim, a newly gathered collection of Spurgeon’s poetry.

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ONWARD! A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Philippians 3:13-14

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:00:00 -0500

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 3:13-14

In the sermon "Onward," Charles Spurgeon focuses on Philippians 3:13-14, where the Apostle Paul speaks about pressing forward toward the goal of spiritual maturity and eternal life. Spurgeon exhorts believers to follow Paul's example of forgetting what lies behind and striving for what lies ahead.

He emphasizes the need for Christians to pursue continual spiritual growth, leaving behind past achievements or failures and pushing onward with renewed energy. The sermon encourages perseverance in faith, a relentless pursuit of Christlikeness, and a refusal to become complacent in the Christian journey. Spurgeon highlights the necessity of keeping one's eyes on the heavenly prize and running the race with full dedication.

— SELECT QUOTES —

"The condition in which a believer should always be found is that of progress: his motto must be, 'Onward and upward!'”

"When they asked Napoleon why he continually made wars, he said, 'I am the child of war; conquest has made me what I am, and conquest must maintain me.' The Christian church is the child of spiritual war; she only lives as she fights, and rides forth conquering and to conquer."

"Brethren and sisters, I wish I could stir myself and stir you to a passionate longing after a gracious, consistent, godly life, yea, for an eminently, solidly, thoroughly devoted and consecrated life."

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CH Spurgeon on Borrowing Books: A Lesson for Book Lovers

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0500

"I do not like being security for a man that he will return books, for no ordinary mortals ever do so." — CH Spurgeon

C.H. Spurgeon, who had a personal library of 12,000 books, was especially aware of the problem of people borrowing books without returning them.

So was the Prince of Preachers against borrowing and loaning books? Here's what he had to say on the matter.

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Pride and Humility: A CH Spurgeon sermon on Proverbs 18:12

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0500

“Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honor is humility.” — Proverbs 18:12

In "Pride and Humility," CH Spurgeon lays out the contrasting natures of pride and humility, emphasizing the destructive nature of pride and the virtues of humility. He warns that pride leads to downfall and separation from God, while humility aligns us with God's grace and wisdom.

Spurgeon encourages believers to cultivate humility as a Christ-like attribute, reminding them that true greatness in the Kingdom of God comes not from self-exaltation but from self-denial and servitude. The sermon underscores the importance of recognizing our dependence on God's mercy and grace, leading to a life marked by humble submission to His will.

This sermon was preached on August 17, 1856 at New Park Street Chapel.

— SELECT QUOTES —

"There is nothing into which the heart of man so easily falls as pride, and yet there is no vice which is more frequently, more emphatically, and more eloquently condemned in Scripture."

"Oh! my friends, ye cannot tell how many shapes pride will assume; look sharp about you, or you will be deceived by it, and when you think you are entertaining angels, you will find you have been receiving devils unawares."

"Humility is to think of yourself, if you can, as God thinks of you."

"Cringing men that bow before everybody, are truly proud men; but humble men are those who think themselves so little, they do not think it worth while to stoop to serve themselves."

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Spurgeon: A Life — A Conversation with Biographer Alex DiPrima

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast.

Each week we’ll explore Spurgeon’s enduring ministry through unabridged audio sermons delivered with the dynamic of live preaching, essays, devotionals, and selections from Spurgeon’s writings, as well as interviews with authors, biographers, and Spurgeon scholars.

On this episode we’ll get to hear from Alex DiPrima, pastor of Emanuel Church in Winston Salem North Carolina — Pastor Alex has a new book out titled 'Spurgeon: A Life - A Biography of the Prince of Preachers.'

In our conversation we’ll discuss:

• Why there is a need for a new biography of Spurgeon
• Important events and aspects of his life and ministry
• Why he is rightly called the Prince of Preachers
• The reason his legacy continues to this day.

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Meet CH Spurgeon's Alter Ego: John Ploughman

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0500

On this episode we’ll be hearing an excerpt from an extremely popular Spurgeon book, John Ploughman’s Pictures.

Published in 1881, John Ploughman’s Pictures is a sequel to the earlier John Ploughman’s Talk. In each of these books, Spurgeon uses the persona of John Ploughman, a plain-spoken, hardworking farmer, to convey insights on Christian living and common-sense.

This is one of my favorite Spurgeon books. It uses practical, folksy wisdom and Spurgeon’s wit and spiritual insight to help “men climb to better things.”

Each short chapter uses simple yet vivid illustrations to address various aspects of daily life, character, and conduct. John Ploughman’s Pictures covers topics such as honesty, humility, thrift, and the importance of hard work, as well as the dangers of laziness, pride, and dishonesty.

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A Gospel Worth Dying For — A CH Spurgeon Sermon on Acts 20:24

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500

The Legacy of CH Spurgeon

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Welcome to this introductory episode of the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast

This podcast is a production of CHSpurgeon.com, which exists to share helpful resources by and about the Prince of Preachers, Charles Haddon Spurgeon.

My name is Clay Kraby, and I’m your host here on the Spurgeon Legacy podcast. I’ve had an interest in Spurgeon since I first encountered his sermons online while in college. As providence would have it, I was introduced to the Prince of Preachers through the very recorded sermons that I now have the privilege of sharing with you on the podcast.

The sermon audio was recorded over a period of many years by Tod Magstadt. Although I did not know him during his lifetime, after he went to be with the Lord his son reached out through a mutual friend about me taking on the website and the stewardship of the sermons.

And so one of the primary things you’ll find featured on CHSpurgeon.com and here on the Spurgeon Legacy podcast are these unabridged audio sermons delivered with the dynamic of live preaching. Other episodes will feature essays, devotionals, selections from Spurgeon’s writings, and interviews with interviews with authors, biographers, and others who appreciate Spurgeon’s ministry.

So if you have benefited from the ministry of Charles Spurgeon I encourage you to subscribe and join me each week as we are encouraged by the life and legacy of CH Spurgeon to grow in the love and knowledge of Jesus Christ.