Being God's Friend [Paperback]

C H Spurgeon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1997

Does God have friends? Yes! To be called a friend of God is a great honor, but it is not just reserved for saints like Abraham or Moses. In this inspiring book, Spurgeon reveals God's complete love and commitment toward you, and how you can become His true and intimate friend through being devoted to Him and His ways.

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Does God Have Friends?
Yes! To be called a friend of God is a great honor, but it is not reserved just for Bible characters like Abraham and Moses. Charles Spurgeon reveals how you can develop a truly close relationship with God that is based on His complete love and commitment toward you. Through these pages you will...
* Learn a single life–changing principle
* Experience an exciting closeness with God
* Receive the gift of eternal life
* Gain victory over habitual sins
* Be released from your fear of death
* See your loved one come to Christ
* Receive answers to your prayers
You can have dynamic fellowship with your Lord with greater purpose and power than ever before. As you draw close to God, you will be amazed at how much He will do in and through you!

About the Author

Charles Haddon Spurgeon (1834–1892), the "Prince of Preachers," preached his first sermon at age sixteen and became a pastor at age eighteen. Spurgeon drew large crowds and built the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London in 1861 to accommodate them. He published over two thousand sermons; his inspiring and challenging messages comprise the largest collection of work by a single author. Spurgeon preached to an estimated ten million people during his lifetime, including notables such as the prime minister of England, members of the royal family, and Florence Nightingale. He appealed constantly to his hearers to move on in the Christian faith, to allow the Lord to minister to them individually, and to be used of God to win the lost to Christ. In addition to his powerful preaching, Spurgeon founded and supported charitable outreaches, including educational institutions. His pastors' college, which is still in existence today, taught nearly nine hundred students in Spurgeon's time. He also founded the famous Stockwell Orphanage.

Product Details

• Paperback: 768 pages
• Publisher: Whitaker House (June 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0883683814
• ISBN-13: 978-0883683811
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,814,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars More Than Your Average Sermon, June 24, 2000

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This review is from: Being God's Friend (Paperback)

In his book "Being God's Friend," Charles Spurgeon boldly challenges the read to pursue a substantive relationship with the Lord. His message is direct and, at times, biting. Spurgeon is not afraid to challenge his readers to a high level of dedication and servanthood. Using themes like "The Obedience That Faith Produces," Spurgeon touches on issues that many ministers neglect. Although at times the reading is slightly tedious, modern day analogies and a skillful use of language and literary techniques give the reader an enjoyable reading experience, overall. Spurgeon relies heavily upon scripture, both from the Old and New Testaments. Several of Christ's most neglected (and crucial) teachings are highlighted. For instance, "If you love me, you will obey my commandments," is a teaching which is discussed broadly. For those who are seeking and intimate relationship with the Lord, "Being God's Friend" would be an excellent supplement to the Bible .

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!, February 5, 2002

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This review is from: Being God's Friend (Paperback)

Charles Haddon Spurgeon has to easily be the greatest writer the Christian world has ever seen in modern times. If your desire is, like Abraham, to be called "The friend of God," read this book and prepare to never, ever be the same again!