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Spurgeon’s Sorrows

Realistic Hope for those who Suffer from Depression

Zack Eswine
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Christians should have the answers, shouldn’t they?


Depression affects many people around us; we and our loved ones are not exempt. With this compassionate exploration of the struggles faced by Charles Haddon Spurgeon, a renowned 19th–century preacher, who himself endured bouts of severe depression, Zack Eswine provides realistic hope and practical guidance for those grappling with depression. Drawing on Spurgeon’s experiences and wisdom, Eswine offers readers comfort from a fellower sufferer, and hope from the same God.

 

Spurgeon’s words are not shallow: he knew the valley and he knew the God who walked him through it. The light Spurgeon found in his darkness can serve as a light in our own darkness and enable us to shed light on the darkness experienced by others.

 

Understanding Depression: Depression is complex and can affect anyone, including people of faith, without being a sign of spiritual failure.

Spurgeon’s Experiences: Spurgeon’s transparency about his struggles with depression provides an authentic example of dealing with mental health issues.

Biblical Insights: Biblical teachings and theological reflections offer comfort, emphasizing God’s constant grace and love even in despair.

Practical Advice: The book offers practical tips like seeking professional help, self–care, and community support, encouraging patience and trust in God’s presence.

Role of the Church: Advocates for a compassionate church culture that supports those with depression without judgment.

Realistic Hope: Emphasizes acknowledging the pain of depression while holding on to the hope of healing and comfort, assuring readers they are not alone.

 

Spurgeon’s Sorrows combines historical insights with practical and spiritual guidance, making it a valuable resource for anyone affected by depression, as well as for those who seek to support them.

 

Zack Eswine

About Zack Eswine

Zack Eswine is the Lead Pastor of Riverside Church in St Louis, Missouri and co–founder with his wife, Jessica, of Sage Christianity sagechristianity.org. He is also the author of ‘Spurgeon’s Sorrows’

Specifications

  • Author: Zack Eswine
  • Release Date: November 2015
  • Pages: 144
  • Format: Trade paperback
  • Dimensions: 198 x 130
  • ISBN: 9781781915387
  • Imprint: Christian Focus
  • Category: Christian Life > Spiritual Growth

Endorsements

In an age of quick answers Spurgeon speaks beyond the grave with heart-felt understanding and solace. Those who know the pain of such suffering find in these pages a level of succour for the soul which both normalizes and gives hope...a rare insight into the experience of a ubiquitous problem.

Margaret Reynolds, Counselor and Co-Founder of Grace Counselling & Conciliation Services, Auckland, New Zealand

You can almost taste Spurgeon's tears in this book... Eswine's gentle, poetic, unmasking of Spurgeon's inner turmoil may become a soothing balm for your soul. It may not heal you, but a healthy empathy emerges when you read about the struggles of a man who has walked down the same dark alleys you stumble along, and somehow found God in the valley of despair. If you don't struggle with depression yourself, it will help you love those who do!

Jeremy McQuoid, Teaching Pastor, Deeside Christian Fellowship, Aberdeen, Scotland and Chair of Council, Keswick Ministries
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