Study Guide for “The Stony Heart Removed”

Introduction

In this powerful sermon, Rev. C. H. Spurgeon explores the profound transformation that occurs when God removes a stony heart and replaces it with a heart of flesh, as promised in Ezekiel 36:26. He emphasizes the utter inability of humanity to change its own heart and the necessity of divine intervention. The sermon delves into the characteristics and dangers of a stony heart, as well as the privileges and tenderness of a heart of flesh, ultimately pointing to Christ as the source of this miraculous change.

Discussion Questions

  1. Understanding the Stony Heart: What are the key characteristics of a stony heart as described in the sermon? How do these characteristics manifest in our daily lives?

  2. Personal Reflection: Can you identify moments in your life when your heart felt hard or unresponsive to God? What circumstances contributed to that state?

  3. The Role of Divine Intervention: Why is it essential to recognize that only God can change our hearts? How does this understanding affect your view of personal transformation and spiritual growth?

  4. Heart of Flesh: What does it mean to have a heart of flesh? How does this transformation impact our relationships with God and others?

  5. Tenderness of Conscience: In what ways can we cultivate a tender conscience? What practices or habits can help us remain sensitive to sin and God’s will?

  6. The Danger of Complacency: Spurgeon warns against the danger of growing complacent in our spiritual lives. How can we guard against this complacency and remain vigilant in our faith?

  7. Application of Faith: How can we actively seek to trust Christ for the transformation of our hearts? What steps can we take to invite the Holy Spirit to work in our lives?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I come before You with a humble heart, acknowledging my need for Your transformative power. I ask that You remove any hardness within me and replace it with a tender heart that is responsive to Your love and grace. Help me to be sensitive to sin and eager to follow Your will. May Your Spirit guide me in this journey of faith, and may I always trust in Christ as my Savior and heart-changer. Thank You for the promise of renewal and the hope of a heart that beats for You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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