The Suffering Letters of C H Spurgeon

by Charles Haddon Spurgeon

These remarkable letters, written from a suffering pastor to his congregation, abound in exhortations to godliness, zeal and prayer. They provide a unique insight into Spurgeon's life, and into the fervent soul-winning activity which was, alongside the preaching, a leading feature of an historic Calvinistic church. Notes on Spurgeon's ministry set the letters in context, and several classic sermonettes written during sickness are included, along with 16 pages of colour pictures of original letters.

Genres: Nonfiction

155 pages, Paperback

First published June 11, 2007

About the author

Charles Haddon Spurgeon (1834-1892) was England's best-known preacher for most of the second half of the nineteenth century. In 1854, just four years after his conversion, Spurgeon, then only 20, became pastor of London's famed New Park Street Church (formerly pastored by the famous Baptist theologian, John Gill). The congregation quickly outgrew their building, moved to Exeter Hall, then to Surrey Music Hall. In these venues, Spurgeon frequently preached to audiences numbering more than 10,000—all in the days before electronic amplification. In 1861, the congregation moved permanently to the newly constructed Metropolitan Tabernacle.

Reviews

[Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exceptional wee book that gives a clear shaft of light into the pastoral and spiritual heart of CH Spurgeon making one wish that they had heard him and known him. I found that there was so much truth and good advice in his correspondence with his church while away, that I was underlining as fast as I could, and will be sharing such on social media! He, though being dead, speaks!

Although not widely available in all bookshops, it can be obtained from the bookshop associated with Spurgeon's church the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London, England or from the publisher, Wakeman Trust, London.

A gem of a read, and one to which I shall return ... maybe sooner than I think!

Worthy of 5 stars!

[John & Joanna Stumbo · Rating 4 out of 5]

In my year of recovery from a life-threatening illness, I found Spurgeon's letters reassuring and insightful. As a pastor, side-lined by health issues and unable to preach, Spurgeon continued to minister via letters with wisdom, authenticity and grace. This book isn't for everyone, but I would think that if you are a leader struggling with health issues, Spurgeon's letters will still benefit you today.

[Christos · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great collection of letters written by Spurgeon while he was dealing with severe illness. Gives a first hand insight into this larger than life person, and his immeasurable love for God and people.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful to read more of Charles Haddon Spurgeon