The Key to C.H. Spurgeon's Ministerial Success

Taking Charles Haddon Spurgeon as a model, this book analyzes how a pastor's personal spirituality is linked to his success and faithfulness in ministry. Because the Puritan and Calvinist legacy Spurgeon received greatly served to shape his life and ministry, this book analyzes in detail the writings of three preachers and writers who essentially influenced him: John Bunyan, John Gill, and Andrew Fuller.

Despite the reluctance many of us may have regarding the word "success," the author carefully defines it, not in terms of how the world understands it, but in spiritual terms of faithfulness to God and bearing fruit for Him. In this sense, C. H. Spurgeon's The Secret of Ministerial Success challenges those dedicated to ministry to seek a closer relationship and communion with the Lord before expecting to be used by Him and blessed in their work.

Spurgeon's faithfulness and intimate walk with God supported his preaching, teaching, and writings, which continue to be a blessing nearly two centuries later, while also motivating him to establish a large number of organizations and societies to alleviate poverty, help people with addictions, and provide homes for orphans.