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  THE DIAMONDS OF HEAVEN!
  by C.H. Spurgeon
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Summary: C.H. Spurgeon's sermon highlights the profound significance of
humble prayer, emphasizing that even the smallest expressions of sorrow
are treasured in heaven.

Topics: "The Power of Prayer", "God's Compassion"
Scripture References: Psalm 34:18, Psalm 56:8, Psalm 102:17, Isaiah 57:15, Matthew 5:3, Acts 9:11, Romans 8:26, James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7, Revelation 5:8

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C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the profound significance of prayer,
illustrating that even the faintest sigh or tear from a distressed soul
is noticed and cherished by God in heaven. He reassures the broken-
hearted that their humble prayers, regardless of their weakness,
resonate deeply with the Lord, who treasures every heartfelt expression
of sorrow. Spurgeon likens tears to diamonds and sighs to music,
highlighting that God is attentive to the cries of the humble rather
than the proud. He encourages believers to understand that their prayers
are recorded in heaven, promising that they will be remembered and
honored by God. Ultimately, Spurgeon conveys that God delights in the
sincerity of our prayers, no matter how feeble they may seem.

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"Behold--he prays!" Acts 9:11

Prayers are instantly noticed in heaven. The moment Saul began to pray--
the Lord heard him. Here is comfort for the distressed, but praying
soul. Oftentimes a poor broken-hearted one bends his knee--but can only
utter his wailing in the language of sighs and tears. Yet that groan has
made all the harps of heaven thrill with music; that tear has been
caught by God and treasured in the lachrymatory of heaven. "You put all
my tears into Your bottle," implies that they are caught--as they flow!

The suppliant, who can only groan out his words, will be well understood
by the Most High God. He may only look up with misty eye; but prayer is
the falling of a tear! Tears are the diamonds of heaven! Sighs are a
part of the music of Jehovah's court, and are numbered with the most
sublime strains which reach the majesty on high!

Do not think that your prayer, however weak or trembling--will be
unregarded. Our God not only hears prayer--but also loves to hear it.
"He does not forget the cry of the humble." True, He does not regard
proud looks and lofty words. He has no concern for the pomp and
pageantry of kings. He does not listen to the swell of martial music. He
has no regard for the triumph and pride of man. But wherever there is .
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a heart full with godly sorrow,

or a lip quivering with agony,

or a deep groan,

or a penitential sigh

--the heart of Jehovah is open! He marks that prayer down in the
registry of His memory! He puts our prayers, like rose leaves--between
the pages of His book of remembrance; and when the volume is opened at
last, there shall be a precious fragrance springing up therefrom!

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