A Sermon for the Worst Man on Earth

by Charles Haddon Spurgeon

In this sermon on the tax collector in Luke 18:13, Spurgeon shows that 1) the fact of sinnership is no reason for despair; 2) a sense of sinnership confers no right to mercy; 3) the knowledge of their sinnership guides men to right action; and 4) the believing confession of sinnership is the way of peace. Chapel Library owns the copyright to the annotations we have added to this book.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Christianity

23 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 23, 2020

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

[laurenpie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful sermon from Spurgeon! Preached February 1887, and yet still today a quick, easy read (30 minutes), readily accessible and compelling. Check out the five highlights I posted.

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[Tom Shepard · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Beautiful Simplicity of Truth

The simplicity of the truth in this writing reassures us of our trust in our magnanimous God. It is humbling. A great read.

[Ekenedilichukwu Uche-Ugeh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spurgeon is class as always. Loved the exposition of this passage I have prior read no deeper meaning into

[Steve Horton · Rating 5 out of 5]

The worst person is rescued

For the person who has lost hope in themselves or their life. Charles Spurgeon knows you. No matter one's status or lack of - you will see yourself in the pages of this book.

I saw myself. I was reminded of my need. I know what I need to do. Come empty handed to Jesus and ask for mercy.

Surgeon is these sermons demonstrate his concern for each person and the clear message of salvation. Worth reading to open your soul to God or refresh your soul looking everyday to have God fill you.

[Dan Carpenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tells it like it is

The writing style is very personable...as if the author was sitting for coffee with you. Doctrinally sound, ones heart and soul are touched if the reader is open to hear the Good News. It's no wonder that pastor Spurgeon continues even this day to touch lives for the Savior.

[Rocky Henriques · Rating 5 out of 5]

A message for our time ...

...though written in another century. Spurgeon always amazes me with his insight into Scripture and how he is able to mine so much from such a small nugget!

[F · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is, to the best of my memory, the best message on the publican and the Pharisee, that I have ever seen, read or heard. The insights are tremendous, scriptural and sensible. The Lord really blessed "the great Charlie" as he was preparing this message. Highly recommended.

[Esmar · Rating 5 out of 5]

My only complaint is that I didn't read this sooner!
Charles Spurgeon has so much insight into this one parabel of Jesus. It's hard to discribe the awe you get out of this book.
Its only 23 pages. You can be done reading with one cup of coffee probably. Yet you will leave with so much insight!
Is this book worth reading? Absolutely!

[Miles Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good representative sermon of Spurgeon.

[Dan Hamman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sinner redeemed

Spurgeon explains how to come to Christ to receive redemption from a life of sin. Come as you are with a humble heart.

[Jim Bean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forgiven

From the heart you know you are saved. This is a joyful message of justification and forgiveness. The truth of the message has never changed. Peace to you

[Corne Van · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

The words speaks to your bones. Simple and complicated at the same time. This parable is only one of many Jesus taught.

[Edward Turnbull · Rating 5 out of 5]

God’s mercy

Great sermon, kept me thinking on God’s love and mercy.
Short and very good to read and think about.
Read it

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good reading!

Reading Spurgeon is a real blessing! I have to confess he is one of the greatest preacher's ever! Wonderful reading!

[Lizette Vega · Rating 5 out of 5]

God have mercy

Spurgeon explains why we .just come to Christ as an empty shell and not full of works. To him, even a heart of remorse is a sign of works. Good read.

[Ronnie M. Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well stated body from God

I like the presentation and rhythm of this sermon. The contrast allowed for a thinking comparison with a positive close.

[Pug · Rating 5 out of 5]

So beautiful! What a moving sermon. Written in 1887, and just as relevant today.

[Janina Jayme-Salubo · Rating 4 out of 5]

This sermon from the Prince of preachers is very poetic and satirical. It's beautifully written. I'm just not sure if it would be so much understandable for young believers.

[Camron Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Be merciful to me a sinner.

Very good read. Convicting yet hopefull. Great for baby Christian and those who have been Christian for a long time.

[Dan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent sermon

This message was well thought out and covered the basic truths of the Christian gospel . It was a very appealing exposition of the Scripture.

[Tara · Rating 2 out of 5]

A fantastic read for the time and prose in which it was written, just hard for me to really embrace. Charles Spurgeon wrote one of my all time favorite songs, so I was interested to see how this was.