John MacArthur, pastor of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, Calif., and president of Master’s Seminary and College, was the guest lecturer and discussed the topic of expository preaching Oct. 29-30. The Charles H. Spurgeon Lectures on Biblical Preaching was named in honor of the famous British pastor, referred to as the “Prince of Preachers.” Midwestern Seminary owns Spurgeon’s personal library, which consists of approximately 7,000 books, letters and artifacts.

“As owners of the Spurgeon library comes a profound stewardship — one that we share on behalf of Southern Baptists and on behalf of the church as a whole,” said Jason K. Allen, president of Midwestern ...