This sermon teaches that one clear sign of the true gospel is that it is preached to the poor in ways they can hear, understand, and receive. It explains that the gospel must be simple, clear, and centered on Jesus Christ, not on fancy language, philosophy, or human pride. The message also celebrates how God often uses poor and ordinary people to believe, live out, and even preach the gospel with great power.

A sermon delivered by Charles Spurgeon on January 25, 1857.