Harvest Men Wanted

Study Guide for “Harvest Men Wanted” Sermon

Introduction

In this powerful sermon, C.H. Spurgeon reflects on the urgent need for laborers in the spiritual harvest, drawing parallels between the crowds that followed Jesus and the multitudes today who are spiritually lost. He emphasizes the importance of prayer for laborers and the necessity of active engagement in sharing the Gospel. Spurgeon calls believers to recognize the value of souls and the urgency of their mission to reach the lost.

Discussion Questions

  1. Understanding the Harvest: How does Spurgeon’s description of the harvest as “plenteous” resonate with your understanding of the spiritual needs in your community today? Can you identify specific groups or individuals who are in need of the Gospel?

  2. Role of Laborers: What qualities do you think are essential for someone to be a laborer in God’s harvest? How can you cultivate these qualities in your own life?

  3. The Power of Prayer: Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of praying for laborers. How often do you pray for those who are in ministry or for God to raise up new laborers? What changes can you make to incorporate this into your regular prayer life?

  4. Personal Responsibility: Spurgeon challenges the audience to consider their own role in the harvest. In what ways can you personally engage in sharing the Gospel or supporting those who do? What steps can you take this week to act on this?

  5. Compassion for the Lost: Reflect on Spurgeon’s description of Jesus being “moved with compassion.” How can you develop a deeper compassion for those who are spiritually lost? What practical actions can you take to express this compassion?

  6. Urgency of the Mission: Spurgeon speaks about the urgency of the harvest. How does this urgency affect your perspective on evangelism? Are there areas in your life where you feel prompted to act more quickly?

  7. Responding to God’s Call: Spurgeon suggests that God may call individuals to be laborers themselves. Have you ever felt a calling to serve in a specific way? How can you discern and respond to God’s call in your life?

Prayer

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of salvation and for the call to be laborers in Your harvest. I pray that You would open my eyes to the spiritual needs around me and fill my heart with compassion for those who are lost. Help me to be diligent in prayer for laborers and to actively engage in sharing the Gospel. May I not be indifferent to the urgency of the mission, but rather be moved to action. Guide me in my own calling and empower me to serve You faithfully. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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