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Thomas Spurgeon
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| Born | 20 September 1856 London, England
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| Died | 17 October 1917 (aged 61) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Pastor |
| Spouse(s) | Eliza McLeod Rutherford |
| Children | Patrick (Pat) Spurgeon, Thomas Harold Spurgeon(1891-1967) |
| Parent(s) | Charles and Susannah Spurgeon |
Thomas Spurgeon (born September 20, 1856 – died October 17, 1917) was a British preacher. He was one of the twin sons of the very famous preacher Charles Spurgeon. Thomas followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a pastor at the Metropolitan Tabernacle church.
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About Thomas Spurgeon
Thomas Spurgeon's life was shaped by his family and his strong faith. He became a well-known preacher, just like his father. His journey took him across the world, sharing his beliefs with many people.
Early Life and Family
Thomas and his twin brother were born in London, England. This was in September 1856. Their father, Charles Spurgeon, was already a famous preacher. Sadly, their mother, Susannah, became unwell when the boys were still teenagers.
Starting His Preaching Journey
Thomas first worked as an engraver. But soon, he felt called to preach the gospel. His health was not very strong, which made it hard for him to stay in England. So, he traveled to Australia. He spent a year there, sharing his message.
After returning to England, doctors suggested a warmer climate for his health. In the early 1880s, he preached in many places. He visited different parts of Australia and also New Zealand. Eventually, he became the pastor of a Baptist church in Auckland. This church was called the Auckland Baptist Tabernacle. He became very influential there.
Family Life and Return to England
In 1888, Thomas married Eliza McLeod Rutherford in Auckland. They had a son named Thomas Harold Spurgeon, who was born in 1891.
After his father passed away, Thomas returned to England. He took over his father's role as the main preacher at the Metropolitan Tabernacle. He served as pastor for fifteen years. During his time, the Tabernacle church sadly burned down in 1898. But it was rebuilt in a similar style. His brother, Charles, also became a pastor at the Greenwich Baptist Church.
