C.H. Spurgeon was mightily used of God in the second half of the nineteenth century. He is often described as the "prince of preachers" and this collection of sermons serves to confirm that description. In Professor Haykin's introduction Spurgeon's dealing with the subject is clearly set out and several pithy, pungent, classic quotations from his sermons are brought to our attention.

Spurgeon was by no means a charismatic in the modern sense, but these sermons will help true believers who do not seem to recognise our need of the Holy Spirit nor seek His presence and power as they should.

The ten sermons brought together here are all given appropriate headings and deal with a variety of subjects such as looking for signs and wonders, conviction of sin, the sealing of the Spirit, and searching the Scriptures.

The sermon on the promotion of true unity is a great challenge to us in this day of church splits and fragmentation to maintain the best of our heritage, whether non-conformist or Anglican, yet at the same time to maintain fellowship in Christ (especially locally) with those who are truly part of His glorious body.

Pastors and congregations of God's people should read this book to see the extent of our present need.

Bill Cairns