Spurgeon's Sermons

Things Present

Feb 22, 2026
A call to recognize the abundance believers already possess in Christ. Reflections on valuing present mercies and enjoying lawful, God-given comforts. Thoughts on how trials and suffering shape spiritual growth and deepen fellowship with Christ. Practical encouragement to use circumstances for service and turn disadvantages into advantages.
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ADVICE

Accept Earthly Gifts With Gratitude

  • Do receive temporal goods as legitimate gifts from God and enjoy them with thankful hearts rather than with fearful suspicion.
  • Spurgeon says Christians should not hold earthly boons with shy suspicion but accept them as love gifts of the covenant.
ADVICE

Pay Gratitude And Give First Fruits

  • Give thanks and consecrate a portion of your goods to God so your possessions become legitimately yours in God's sight.
  • Spurgeon calls gratitude the 'quit-rent' and insists tithing and first fruits secure the right to enjoy wealth.
INSIGHT

Holy Use Makes Worldly Goods Delightful

  • The lawful enjoyment of earthly goods is sanctified when used within gospel bounds and to God's glory.
  • Spurgeon compares the blessing on possessions to drops from upper springs sweetening nether waters.
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