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Daily Treasure: 366 Daily Readings from Spurgeon's Treasury of David
Spurgeon's great commentary on the Psalms, The Treasury of David , has never lost its value. It is a true treasure, rich with Spurgeon's own comments and the collected wisdom of Puritan and other commentators. In this updated and condensed edition, James Renihan has worked carefully with Spurgeon's material to create a concise and cohesive devotional. As far as possible the original wording is retained and, where necessary, updated for the modern reader. Each daily devotional includes a section of a psalm, a suggested further reading and a short comment for meditation, usually from Puritans authors. The book also includes a helpful biography of Spurgeon by Professor Michael Haykin. The Treasury will guide the reader through the whole Psalter the riches of the Word of God but will also provide him or her with bountiful material for profound spiritual reflection. May the spiritual legacy of the 'Prince of Preachers' live on through this distilled edition of his wonderful work.
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384 pages, Hardcover
Published July 20, 2021
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Charles Haddon Spurgeon
5,702 books1,626 followersCharles 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.
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December 31, 2015
Daily Treasure is a collection of daily readings on the Psalms excerpted from The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon. The Treasury of David is a detailed exposition of the Psalms and is a useful resource for pastors and preachers, or a good study aid if you really want to delve into a deep study of the Psalms. Dr. James Renihan has done a wonderful job of mining out gems from Spurgeon’s work and editing and compiling them into a collection of daily devotional readings. Renihan observes,
“The whole range of sanctified emotions may be found in the Psalms, and in this work Spurgeon has helped to make them accessible to every believer. Drawing from the vault of his unique wisdom and experience, as well as his superb gifts as an expositor,… he has constructed an almost unending source of benefit for devotional mediation.”
We can learn much about David and his relationship with God from the Psalms. David was a simple shepherd boy, a mighty warrior, and a great king, but he was also a passionate man and a humble, repentant sinner. Spurgeon observes, “David’s case is not recorded for our imitation, but for our learning,” a subtle but important distinction. Certainly David made some serious mistakes and bad choices in his life, committing worse sins (by man’s estimation) probably than most of us. And yet, remarkably David is said to be a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22). How many of us can honestly say that about ourselves?
One of the things I most appreciate about Spurgeon’s comments on the Psalms is his insight and ability to see Christ depicted there as David’s greater Son and Lord. In some Psalms this can be more clearly and readily seen, for instance Psalm 22, which begins with the well-known line, “My God, my God why have you forsaken me?” or Psalm 69, which makes the reference to being given vinegar to drink.
In places such as these David’s Psalms are obvious foreshadowings of Christ, the Man of Sorrows and Suffering Servant who would die to redeem His people. In Psalms such as 2, 21, 61 and 72 we can see reference to Jesus as God’s Anointed One, the only eternal, righteous King whose throne and name will endure forever. In Psalm 15, Christ is the Perfect Man, and in 45 we see Christ as the bridegroom King, the “royal husband” of his bride, the Church. While in Psalm 23, “the Lord is My Shepherd,” in Psalm 24, He is depicted as both the King of glory and also as “the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.”
The Psalms also bring out other attributes and roles of Christ as well as God the Father: He is the sovereign maker and sustainer of all creation (8, 24, 65, 100, 104); our Rock, Refuge, Fortress, Deliverer, and Hiding Place (18, 32, 46); the one who provides for our physical needs, forgives our sins, and heals our souls (51, 103); our Great Prophet, who instructs His people in wisdom and truth (19, 25, 94, 119); the Righteous Judge, who will vindicate His people and execute judgment on the wicked (2, 58, 82, 94).
In bringing out these many aspects and deeds of the Lord, Spurgeon’s purpose is focused on exalting the glories of God and inspiring his readers to humble repentance, to sincere worship, and to godly living. Consider a few of these gems taken from Daily Treasure:
“David’s sorrow makes him view the Lord as a judge who had left the judgement-seat and retired into his rest…He never slumbers, yet he often seems to do so; for the wicked prevail, and the saints are trodden in the dust. God’s silence is the patience of long-suffering and if wearisome to the saints, they should bear it cheerfully in the hope that sinners may be led by that means to repentance.”
“Worship must not be rendered to God in a slovenly, sinful, superficial manner; we must be reverent, sincere, earnest, and pure in heart both in our prayers and praises…The sight of the King in his beauty caused no alarm to John in Patmos, and yet it made him fall at his feet as dead. Oh, to behold him and worship him with prostrate awe and sacred fear!”
“Under the most terrible aspect the Lord is still to be praised…we are bound to praise a terrible God and worship the one who casts the wicked down to hell. The terrible Avenger is to be praised, as well as the loving Redeemer. Against this the sympathy of man’s evil heart with sin rebels; it cries out for an effeminate God in whom pity has strangled justice. The well-instructed servants of Jehovah praise him in all the aspects of his character, whether terrible or tender.”
“David does not pray to be indulged with his own way, but to be informed as to the path in which the righteous Jehovah would have him walk. This prayer evinces a humble sense of personal ignorance, great teachableness of spirit, and cheerful obedience of heart…Wait at the Lord’s door with prayer; wait at his foot with humility; wait at his table with service; wait at his window with expectancy…Wait on the Lord.”
Making your way through Spurgeon’s Treasury of David is a wonderful goal, but it’s quite an undertaking, and for that reason I recommend Daily Treasure as an alternative. Reading through the Psalms in one year accompanied by Daily Treasure will provide encouragement, comfort, hope, and conviction, and will inspire the reader to know, love, trust, and worship with a greater sense of awe, fervency, gratitude and humiliation.
“The whole range of sanctified emotions may be found in the Psalms, and in this work Spurgeon has helped to make them accessible to every believer. Drawing from the vault of his unique wisdom and experience, as well as his superb gifts as an expositor,… he has constructed an almost unending source of benefit for devotional mediation.”
We can learn much about David and his relationship with God from the Psalms. David was a simple shepherd boy, a mighty warrior, and a great king, but he was also a passionate man and a humble, repentant sinner. Spurgeon observes, “David’s case is not recorded for our imitation, but for our learning,” a subtle but important distinction. Certainly David made some serious mistakes and bad choices in his life, committing worse sins (by man’s estimation) probably than most of us. And yet, remarkably David is said to be a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22). How many of us can honestly say that about ourselves?
One of the things I most appreciate about Spurgeon’s comments on the Psalms is his insight and ability to see Christ depicted there as David’s greater Son and Lord. In some Psalms this can be more clearly and readily seen, for instance Psalm 22, which begins with the well-known line, “My God, my God why have you forsaken me?” or Psalm 69, which makes the reference to being given vinegar to drink.
In places such as these David’s Psalms are obvious foreshadowings of Christ, the Man of Sorrows and Suffering Servant who would die to redeem His people. In Psalms such as 2, 21, 61 and 72 we can see reference to Jesus as God’s Anointed One, the only eternal, righteous King whose throne and name will endure forever. In Psalm 15, Christ is the Perfect Man, and in 45 we see Christ as the bridegroom King, the “royal husband” of his bride, the Church. While in Psalm 23, “the Lord is My Shepherd,” in Psalm 24, He is depicted as both the King of glory and also as “the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.”
The Psalms also bring out other attributes and roles of Christ as well as God the Father: He is the sovereign maker and sustainer of all creation (8, 24, 65, 100, 104); our Rock, Refuge, Fortress, Deliverer, and Hiding Place (18, 32, 46); the one who provides for our physical needs, forgives our sins, and heals our souls (51, 103); our Great Prophet, who instructs His people in wisdom and truth (19, 25, 94, 119); the Righteous Judge, who will vindicate His people and execute judgment on the wicked (2, 58, 82, 94).
In bringing out these many aspects and deeds of the Lord, Spurgeon’s purpose is focused on exalting the glories of God and inspiring his readers to humble repentance, to sincere worship, and to godly living. Consider a few of these gems taken from Daily Treasure:
“David’s sorrow makes him view the Lord as a judge who had left the judgement-seat and retired into his rest…He never slumbers, yet he often seems to do so; for the wicked prevail, and the saints are trodden in the dust. God’s silence is the patience of long-suffering and if wearisome to the saints, they should bear it cheerfully in the hope that sinners may be led by that means to repentance.”
“Worship must not be rendered to God in a slovenly, sinful, superficial manner; we must be reverent, sincere, earnest, and pure in heart both in our prayers and praises…The sight of the King in his beauty caused no alarm to John in Patmos, and yet it made him fall at his feet as dead. Oh, to behold him and worship him with prostrate awe and sacred fear!”
“Under the most terrible aspect the Lord is still to be praised…we are bound to praise a terrible God and worship the one who casts the wicked down to hell. The terrible Avenger is to be praised, as well as the loving Redeemer. Against this the sympathy of man’s evil heart with sin rebels; it cries out for an effeminate God in whom pity has strangled justice. The well-instructed servants of Jehovah praise him in all the aspects of his character, whether terrible or tender.”
“David does not pray to be indulged with his own way, but to be informed as to the path in which the righteous Jehovah would have him walk. This prayer evinces a humble sense of personal ignorance, great teachableness of spirit, and cheerful obedience of heart…Wait at the Lord’s door with prayer; wait at his foot with humility; wait at his table with service; wait at his window with expectancy…Wait on the Lord.”
Making your way through Spurgeon’s Treasury of David is a wonderful goal, but it’s quite an undertaking, and for that reason I recommend Daily Treasure as an alternative. Reading through the Psalms in one year accompanied by Daily Treasure will provide encouragement, comfort, hope, and conviction, and will inspire the reader to know, love, trust, and worship with a greater sense of awe, fervency, gratitude and humiliation.
December 30, 2025
Spurgeon has such a way with words that you have no choice but to sit and ponder the Biblical principles he discusses. He brings meaning to passages that at first glance seem repetitive or can lack context if you don’t do a deep dive study in tandem. I will definitely be revisiting this devotional (maybe even throughout 2026 even though I just finished). I will also be seeking out more Spurgeon immediately because wow
January 12, 2023
Kudos to James Renihan for compiling a solid 365 devotional resource from Spurgeon's writings. And when I say "solid," let me elaborate. There is nothing fluffy here. The reader is given a consecutive reading, passage by passage through the Psalms from Psalm 1:1-3 on January 1 to Psalm 150 on Decemeber 31. Next, each day, Renihan has selected a corresponding passage from somewhere else in Scripture to read. And then, we read Spurgeon's commentary, relating to that very same Psalm. Easy to read in a 15-minute sitting, but lots to reflect on throughout the day.
One of the endearing features to me about this devotional (aside from Spurgeon's powerful exhortations) is the corresponding passages that Renihan selects for each day. Some days I find myself approaching the reading with doubt—"What could this other passage possibly have to do with Psalm such-and-such?!" only to find myself blown away by the parallels that unfold as I read. Shouldn't be surprised, right?! God's Word is full of unfathomed richness as we take time to unpack it. Daily Treasure is a resource to help us do just that!
P.S. An added bonus is a nice 12-page biography of Spurgeon that Renihan includes at the beginning of the book. I actually used that as a read-aloud to my middle-grade children who enjoyed the story of Spurgeon's wintertime conversion and on into his later life.
~Jen
One of the endearing features to me about this devotional (aside from Spurgeon's powerful exhortations) is the corresponding passages that Renihan selects for each day. Some days I find myself approaching the reading with doubt—"What could this other passage possibly have to do with Psalm such-and-such?!" only to find myself blown away by the parallels that unfold as I read. Shouldn't be surprised, right?! God's Word is full of unfathomed richness as we take time to unpack it. Daily Treasure is a resource to help us do just that!
P.S. An added bonus is a nice 12-page biography of Spurgeon that Renihan includes at the beginning of the book. I actually used that as a read-aloud to my middle-grade children who enjoyed the story of Spurgeon's wintertime conversion and on into his later life.
~Jen
January 7, 2023
Daily reading through the Psalms in a year, with commentary from Spurgeon (edited from his commentary).
It’s been good, as always, to read the Psalms. Spurgeon’s comments are great too. Some more helpful than others (which is probably due to the edit) but overall I have been truly blessed in this devotional. I’d recommend it to anyone.
It’s been good, as always, to read the Psalms. Spurgeon’s comments are great too. Some more helpful than others (which is probably due to the edit) but overall I have been truly blessed in this devotional. I’d recommend it to anyone.
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