Historical Writings

  • Precious, Honorable, Beloved

    DELIVERED ON LORD'S-DAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 20, 1870, BY C. H. SPURGEON AT THE METROTROPOLITAN TABERNACLE, NEWINGTON. "Since you were precious in My sight you have been honorable, and I have loved you." Isaiah 43:4. THE first reference of this text is evidently to Israel. That nation was precious in God's sight. He had been pleased…

  • A Generous Proposal

    DELIVERED BY C. H. SPURGEON, AT THE METROPOLITAN TABERNACLE, NEWINGTON. "Come you with us, and we will do you good." Numbers 10:29. THESE ancient words, so simple, yet so sweet, fascinate us with a potent hallowed charm. They ring out their melody like a familiar air. The language of a heart full of kindness, inspired…

  • Work in Us and Work by Us

    DELIVERED ON LORD'S-DAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 6, 1870, BY C. H. SPURGEON, AT THE METROPOLITAN TABERNACLE, NEWINGTON. "Whereunto I also labor, striving according to His working, which works in me mightily." Colossians 1:29. THE Apostle Paul could very truthfully assert that he labored and agonized. When the Holy Spirit had anointed the Apostles they all became…