Defend the Bible? I'd sooner defend a lion. You don't defend the Bible; you open its cage and let it roar.
Charles SpurgeonA world where everything was easy would be a nursery for babies, but not at all a fit place for men.
Charles SpurgeonThe Puritans were accustomed to explain faith by the word 'recumbency.' It meant leaning upon a thing. Lean with all your weight upon Christ. It would be a better illustration still if I said, fall at full length, and lie on the Rock of Ages.
Charles SpurgeonI am certain that the safest way to defend your character is never to say a word about it.
Charles Spurgeon