In this sermon on Matthew 25:22-23, Charles Spurgeon teaches that God sovereignly gives different amounts of talent and ability to different people—some have great gifts while others have few—and this variety displays God's sovereignty, His love of diversity, and ensures every sphere of Christian service (including small, humble ones) has someone fitted to fill it. He warns that having few talents doesn't excuse anyone from accountability, since God will judge each person individually and examine every detail of how they used what they were given, making those with little actually more accountable since less effort was required to use their gifts faithfully. However, Spurgeon encourages believers with few talents by promising that if they faithfully use what they have (by God's grace), they'll receive the exact same commendation—"Well done, good and faithful servant"—as those with many talents, since God rewards faithfulness rather than the size of accomplishments, meaning a poor needlewoman who led one person to Christ receives equal praise as famous evangelists like Whitfield.

Sermon delivered on January 31, 1858.

In this sermon on Galatians 3:10, Charles Spurgeon directly addresses unconverted people by systematically proving from the Ten Commandments that every person has broken God's law in thought, word, or deed, making excuses like "I did my best," "I'm no worse than others," or "I've been virtuous" completely worthless since the law demands continuous, perfect obedience in absolutely everything. He warns that being under God's curse means being cursed right now in every area of life and facing a terrifying judgment day followed by eternal hell, painting a vivid picture of Christ returning as Judge and condemning the unconverted with "Depart, you cursed." However, Spurgeon offers hope by explaining that Christ took the curse upon Himself on the cross for sinners, and anyone who truly feels their condemnation, hates their sin, and repents can trust in Christ alone for salvation—not in their good works or prayers—simply believing that Jesus came to save sinners and casting themselves entirely on His mercy.

Sermon delivered on November 8, 1857.

In this sermon on Isaiah 53:10, Charles Spurgeon explains that while human sin caused Christ's death, God the Father ordained and actually bruised Christ, withholding His comforting presence while Christ suffered on the cross—something martyrs never experienced because they had God's support through their suffering. Spurgeon teaches that Christ died as a literal substitute, being punished in the exact place of all believers and suffering the complete equivalent of their eternal punishment, so that God's justice was fully satisfied and believers can never be punished since Christ already paid their entire debt. He strongly rejects the idea of universal atonement (that Christ died for everyone including those who perish), arguing instead that Christ's death was limited to the elect but absolutely effective for all He died for, and he assures seekers that their desire for salvation proves they're among the elect Christ died for. The sermon concludes that Christ's death will certainly result in countless people being saved, and Christ living forever in resurrection.

Sermon delivered on January 24, 1858.

In this sermon on Isaiah 8:20, Charles Spurgeon urges Christians to test everything they hear—including their childhood religious training, preachers' sermons, popular books, and even his own teaching—against the Bible itself, since many eloquent speakers attract crowds by preaching false doctrines and people tend to accept teachings based on how they're said rather than whether they're biblical. He warns that studying Scripture will help believers detect error, speak confidently in debates, and find salvation, while those who don't read their Bibles risk being misled even by well-meaning ministers who might emphasize morality or ceremonies without preaching the necessity of being born again, or who deny doctrines like election, depravity, and eternal security. Spurgeon specifically asks his congregation to examine his own teachings about predestination, believer's baptism, and closed communion against Scripture, insisting that every doctrine—no matter how small—must be tested by God's Word rather than accepted on any preacher's authority.

Sermon delivered on January 17, 1858.

In this sermon on Acts 24:25, Charles Spurgeon praises Paul for boldly preaching about righteousness, self-control, and judgment directly to Governor Felix and his mistress Drusilla, exposing Felix's corruption and Drusilla's adultery without fear despite being a prisoner, which shows ministers should always preach personal, applicable truth rather than safe generalities to please their audience. Spurgeon explains that Felix trembled because the Holy Spirit worked on his conscience through Paul's preaching, but tragically dismissed Paul saying he'd listen "at a more convenient time"—a decision Spurgeon warns his listeners against by pointing out that convenient times never come, feelings fade, opportunities disappear, death could strike at any moment, and procrastination damns souls. He urgently pleads with his congregation not to make Felix's fatal mistake of putting off repentance and faith in Christ, warning that God may one day refuse to hear those who repeatedly reject His calls.

Sermon delivered on January 10, 1858.

In this sermon on Hebrews 13:8, Charles Spurgeon teaches that while everything in life changes—wealth, health, relationships, kingdoms, and even our own spiritual feelings—Jesus Christ never changes in His person, His Father's love for Him, His love for believers, His welcome to sinners, or His gospel truth. Spurgeon addresses doubts by explaining that when Christians experience different spiritual feelings or harder times than Bible saints, it's because they have changed (not Christ), and he warns against modern attempts to update theology since the old gospel truths preached by the apostles and reformers remain perfect and unchangeable. He encourages Christians to put all their trust and affection in Christ since He's the only stable rock in life's changing seas, while warning unbelievers that Christ's threats of judgment for those who reject Him are just as unchangeable as His promises to believers.

Sermon delivered on January 3, 1858.

In this sermon on Jeremiah 8:6, Charles Spurgeon urges everyone to seriously examine their lives by asking "What have I done?" because God is listening and watching for any signs of repentance, and most people avoid this question because they're afraid of what they'll discover about themselves. Spurgeon helps people answer by showing that even moral, religious people who trust in their good works are still condemned because salvation comes only through Christ, while those living in obvious sin need to face the horrifying list of their transgressions including drunkenness, swearing, Sabbath-breaking, greed, prayerlessness, and worst of all, leading others into sin. He warns that anyone who dies without repenting and trusting Christ alone will face eternal judgment with the terrifying realization that they were warned but rejected the gospel, and he pleads with listeners to confess their sins and trust in Jesus as their only Savior before it's too late.

Sermon delivered on December 27, 1857.

In this Christmas sermon on Luke 2:14, Charles Spurgeon explains that the angels' song "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men" teaches that salvation brings God the highest glory (not human effort), gives peace to troubled consciences through Christ, and proves God's loving intentions toward sinful humanity by giving His Son. Spurgeon emphasizes that Christians should be joyful rather than gloomy since angels sang the good news, and he predicts that Christ will return to establish literal peace on earth and God's reign everywhere. He urges people to celebrate Christmas by giving glory to God, making peace with family members and neighbors they've quarreled with, showing goodwill through helping the poor, and most importantly finding peace with God through Christ.

Sermon delivered on December 20, 1857.

In this sermon on Jude 1:19, Charles Spurgeon teaches that the only true mark of belonging to God's church is having the Holy Spirit working in your heart, which shows itself through supernatural conviction of sin, comfort in Christ, and growing holiness—not through outward religious activities, correct beliefs, or moral behavior alone. He warns that people who pride themselves on being too good or pure to join any church, constantly criticizing other Christians and denominations while remaining separate, likely don't have the Spirit at all despite their claims of being specially chosen by God. Spurgeon strongly argues for Christian unity, saying that all true believers who have the Spirit—whether Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, or Anglican—belong to one universal church and should love and work together, refusing to separate from genuine Christians over denominational differences.

Sermon delivered on December 13, 1857.

In this sermon on Hebrews 2:14, Charles Spurgeon teaches that death is Satan's greatest work and masterpiece (besides hell itself), brought into the world through sin when he tempted Eve, and the devil uses death as his best opportunity to attack Christians when they're weak and dying with fears, doubts about resurrection, memories of past sins, and worries about failing at the last moment. However, Spurgeon explains that Jesus completely destroyed Satan's power over death by dying and rising again—proving death can't annihilate us, showing our sins are paid for by His sacrifice, and demonstrating that God's power (not ours) will preserve us through death—so Christians can face death without fear, knowing they're safe in Christ, while unbelievers should be terrified of dying without a Savior and need to believe in Jesus immediately.

Sermon delivered on December 6, 1857.