The Church of Christ (Ezekiel 34:26) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into The Church of Christ (Ezekiel 34:26) by Charles SpurgeonCharles Spurgeon's 1855 sermon on Ezekiel 34:26 explores the dual promise that the Christian church is called both to be a blessing to others and to receive divine blessings. While Spurgeon briefly acknowledges the prophetic context of the Jewish restoration, he primarily applies the scripture to the local church and its individual members.First, Spurgeon emphasizes that God elects His people not just for their own salvation, but to make them a vital blessing to the entire world. This calling is rooted in divine power, as God equips and often compels individuals to do good works, stripping them of certain comforts or placing them in specific circumstances where their unique abilities are needed. Furthermore, Spurgeon stresses the personal responsibility of each believer, arguing that every individual must actively contribute to the church's mission rather than passively hiding behind the collective efforts of the congregation. As individuals become blessings, this positive influence naturally expands outward to the places round about, which Spurgeon identifies as the church's internal agencies like Sunday schools, the surrounding local neighborhood, and other adjacent churches.Secondly, Spurgeon transitions to the promise that the church will receive showers of blessing. He explains that this grace is sovereignly given by God alone, just as only God can command the physical rain. This divine grace is absolutely necessary for any spiritual growth or fruitful labor. It is also described as plenteous, arriving as abundant showers rather than mere drops, and seasonable, providing the exact spiritual help required during specific moments of trial or drought. Finally, Spurgeon notes that these blessings are varied, bringing comfort, truth, and holiness simultaneously. He concludes the sermon with an urgent call to action, urging believers to awaken from spiritual slumber and earnestly labor for Christ.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerWorship Music: https://suno.com/playlist/3a498d0f-c90e-4981-8aa7-59834e7239f7https://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730