Spurgeon Legacy Podcast

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...

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 Thanks for listening to the Spurgeon Legacy Po...

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 Thanks for listening to the Spurgeon Legacy Podcast! For more...

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: Ex...

"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 f...

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 us...

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 ar...

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 m...

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 vivi...

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: Examinin...

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...

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...

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. Th...

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...

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...

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. Thanks for listening to the Spurgeon Legac...

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 neces...

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...

 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 Sale...

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 t...

"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 can...

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...

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 con...

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 re...

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 c...