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“he aggressively launched dozens of ministires and organizations to combat suffering and poverty in the city. By 1884, these benevolent ministries numbered society-six in total and included an orphanage, a ministerial college, subsidized housing for poor widows, a clothing bank, a ministry to prostitutes, several street missions, and a host of children’s ministries.” (Pg. xix-xx)

“Spurgeon was an outspoken opponent of imperialism. He was especially eager to speak out against the government’s treatment of the peoples of other countries whom he believed were harmed by Britain’s interventions. He would not stand idly by and watch Britain ‘Bully Russia’, invade Afghanistan.” (Pg. 184)

“Spurgeon studied the needs of his community. He wanted to bring specific aid to meet specific needs. He studied the aches and pains of London and sought to educate himself on the areas of greatest deprivation and want in city. This approach often gave life to new ministries.” (Pg. 146)

“We (Pastor’s College) placed the literary qualifications of admissions so low that even brethren who could not read have been able to enter.” “A man of real ability as a speaker, of deep piety, and genuine faith may be by force of birth and circumstances, deprived of educational advantages, and yet, when helped a little, he may develop into a mighty worker for Christ.” (Pg. 114)