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C. H. Spurgeon (1834–1892) is one of the church’s most famous preachers and Christianity’s most prolific writers.
Follow- Are there preachers here that use C.H. Spurgeon's methods in their preachings? If yes, which methods do you use and which effect do they have on the congregation?
- Amazing, yes I also think that this makes the sermons more alive. Some people think more in images than others. Still, most people enjoy it greatly. Do you already see the effects of adding visual flair? Another tip, get some good books of illustrations if you don't have them yet. They also help a lot in making it more visual.
- I find that using visual language greatly affects the hearers as well as myself during a sermon. Using it effectively takes everyone from a distant third party to being an intimate participant in the text. When I did this for the woman at the well, we were all destroyed!
- When it comes to a genuine effect on the hearers of a preacher or teacher, it isn't the method, but a childlike faith in the Holy Spirit, grounded in prayer, and trust in the simple Gospel and Word of God. Paul stated that he relied on nothing more than preaching "Christ and him crucified". "Some planted, some watered, but God gave the increase." That is the foundation for truly affecting the hearers of preaching and teaching. That being said, I took up Jonathan Edward's preaching methodology, as was, I believe, Spurgeon's as well, to write out my sermons/lessons in full manuscript form. Writing everything out, word for word in paragraph form with proper grammar and punctuation helps me not only establish my thoughts more clearly, but also allows me to go back to it after praying and meditating on the passage. Shortening my sentences helps make my points more concise, allowing me to squeeze as much truth as possible into the allowed time frame for the lesson/sermon. I also try to flow, as you see that Spurgeon does, quotes from scripture right into the very language of the sentences I am formulating. Spurgeon was masterful at this. He didn't stop and say "Isaiah 53:7 says".. each time he uses a reference quote. Dr. Ian Paisley, of Martyrs Memorial Free Presbyterian Church in Ireland used to have some elders of the church in a room adjacent the main auditorium, who were on their knees and face down, begging God and the Holy Spirit to bless him, convert sinners, and build up the saints in their faith while he stood in his pulpit to preach, every time he preached.
- Have your heart right with Christ, and he will visit you often, and so turn weekdays into Sundays, meals into sacraments, homes into temples, and earth into heaven.” ― Charles H. Spurgeon
- We shall not adjust our Bible to the age; but before we have done with it, by God’s grace, we shall adjust the age to the Bible.” ― Charles H. Spurgeon
- What can we use of Spurgeon's preaching method for our day? Maybe, we can share some preaching tips. I thought that we need to bring more depth to our sermons and combat the reductionistic spirit of our day and age. C.H. Spurgeon is a great example to do this in my opinion. God blessings and have a good Reformation Day.
- 1. Perfect illustrations, my great aid for preaching are some books full of illustrations. C.H. Spurgeon thought me the power of strong illustrations. Where do you get good illustrations? Daily life, books, the newspaper etc.? Or can you share a good illustration which moved you and/or the body of Christ.
- Calling the congregation "sinners". I most often hear pastors call them friends, family, and church. If a Christian’s life is to be one of repentance, then they must continually be reminded of their need to repent. I’ve been reading though Spurgeon’s full sermon archive and in every sermon he calls out to the sinners. Which is everyone!
- In seeking Christ, we are encouraged to pray for all our brothers and sisters, that he may give more of his Spirit, that we may know more of Him, as a true knowledge of who God is, what he has done, will, by his grace, lead us to offer more a sacrifice of thanksgiving and praiseEphesians 1:15–17English Standard VersionFor this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him,
- In one short verse, we see a whole picture of what Christ has done, and why. may we be hummbled to the uttermost, at his glorious graceEphesians 1:7English Standard VersionIn him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,
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- thank you for that, I will read it!
- Very exciting first volume in a new series from B&H https://vyrso.com/product/136840/the-lost-sermons-of-c-h-spurgeon-volume-i-his-earliest-outlines-and-sermons-between-1851-and-1854The Lost Sermons of C. H. Spurgeon Volume I: His Earliest Outlines and Sermons Between 1851 and 1854In 1857, Charles Spurgeon—the most popular preacher in the Victorian world—promised his readers that he would publish his earliest sermons. For almost 160 years, these sermons have been lost to history. Beginning in January 2017, B&H Academic will start releasing a multi-volume set that includes full-color facsimiles, transcriptions, contextual and biographical introductions, and editorial annotations. Written for scholars, pastors, and students alike, The Lost Sermons of C.H. Spurgeon will addvyrso.com
- See also this video about the book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7orVXBOfaOc