Chapter 1 : Around the Wicket Gate – Awakening

~ Around the Wicket Gate ~Almost Saved, But Altogether Lost Here in Chapter 3, Spurgeon explores the necessity of personal faith in Jesus for salvation, stressing that it’s not enough to acknowledge Christ’s sufficiency without actively seeking refuge in Him. Through vivid analogies, Spurgeon illustrates how faith involves running to Christ, much like a pursued […] The post Chapter 3 : Around the Wicket Gate – Faith in the Person of the Lord Jesus appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

~ Around the Wicket Gate ~Almost Saved, But Altogether Lost Here in Chapter 2, Spurgeon underscores the centrality of Jesus Christ as the sole means of salvation. He argues against the notion that human efforts or righteousness can contribute to one’s salvation, highlighting that only Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient. Through metaphors and analogies, he illustrates […] The post Chapter 2 : Around the Wicket Gate – Jesus Only appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

~ Around the Wicket Gate ~Almost Saved, But Altogether Lost Here in chapter 1, Spurgeon addresses the widespread apathy toward eternal matters, highlighting the importance of being awakened to one’s spiritual condition. He stresses that such awakening is often the first step toward salvation but warns against the danger of returning to spiritual slumber. Spurgeon […] The post Chapter 1 : Around the Wicket Gate – Awakening appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

~ Around the Wicket Gate ~Almost Saved, But Altogether Lost “Enter by the narrow gate.”—Matthew 7:13 In this preface, Charles Spurgeon addresses those who are close to entering the path of salvation but hesitate at the threshold. Drawing inspiration from John Bunyan’s “The Pilgrim’s Progress,” Spurgeon uses the metaphor of the “wicket gate” to represent […] The post Preface : Around the Wicket Gate appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

“For he says, “In an acceptable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you.” Behold, now is the acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.”—2 Corinthians 6:2. Main Points:0:00 – Introduction8:57 – 1. Now of believers27:11 – 2. Now of sinners38:26 – 3. Now in heaven39:54 – 4. Now […] The post 603. Now — 2 Corinthians 6:2 appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

“And he arose and came to his father.  But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.”—Luke 15:20. Main Points:1. The condition of many seekers – 5:162. The matchless kindness of the Father – 20:11 Subscribe to our YouTube channel here! The following […] The post 588. The Prodigal’s Reception — Luke 15:20 appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

“It is only when we behold the Lord Jehovah in the person of Jesus Christ that our hope and joy can begin; when we see Deity incarnate, when we see God surrendering the glories of his throne to become man, and then stooping to the shameful death of the cross—it is then that we perceive […] The post 580. God is with Us — Romans 8:31 appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

“God has given two great gifts to his people:the first is, his Son for us; the second is, his Spirit to us.” ~C.H.S.In this sermon, Spurgeon makes the case that the presence of the Holy Spirit is more advantageous for the church than the physical presence of Christ would be. “Nevertheless, I tell you the […] The post 574. The Superlative Excellence of the Holy Spirit — John 16:7 appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

“You do understand me, I trust, that God must punish sin, that he must punish you for sin unless some one else will suffer in your stead…” ~ C.H.S. “You shall make his soul an offering for sin.”—Isaiah 53:10. Main Points:1. Sin deserves and demands punishment – 3:292. The provision of a substitute is an […] The post 561. Expiation — Isaiah 53:10 (Substitutionary Atonement) appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.

Listen as Spurgeon’s love for the Lord and evangelistic zeal burn hot. “And he shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they shall dwell secure, for now he shall be great to the ends of the earth.”—Micah 5:4. Main Points:1. The perpetual reign of […] The post 560. Christ is Glorious—Let Us Make Him Known — Micah 5:4 appeared first on Hear Spurgeon.