In this lecture, John Piper looks at the life and ministry of Charles Spurgeon, the famous London pastor often called “The Prince of Preachers.” Given at the launch of The Nicole Institute of Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Piper uses the occasion to highlight what made Spurgeon’s ministry so powerful and lasting: his deep confidence in Scripture, his love for Christ, his bold preaching of the gospel, and his burden to see sinners saved.

This is a helpful introduction for anyone who wants to understand why Spurgeon still matters today. Piper shows that Spurgeon was not just a gifted speaker from the past, but a pastor whose faithfulness, courage, suffering, and love for the church still have much to teach Christians now. Whether you are new to Spurgeon or already familiar with his sermons, this talk is a worthwhile look at the man, his message, and his ongoing influence.