He's my hero - my favorite historical person outside the Bible. And I have the honor of sharing the same birthday with him, though 140 years apart.
C.H. Spurgeon was born June 19th, 1834. I appreciate so many things about him. He had a radical love for Jesus, a wonderful heart for those who did not yet know Christ, and a great sense of humor. (This picture of him is one of my favorites, because of his smile, which I believe was rare for men to do in pictures in that day.)
I would be stoked if God were to make me even half the man he was because it would mean being so much more like Jesus (Philippians 3:17).
Happy Birthday Mr. Spurgeon! I'm looking forward to enjoying the presence of Jesus with you.
If you would like to get to know Spurgeon better check out Piper's free biography message (audio). Dallimore's biography on him is excellent as well!
