What a balm this work has been to me through my darkest hours. The author lets C.H. Spurgeon minister to us as he himself walks through the valley of the shadow of death. Spurgeon wrestled with depression, discouragement and anxiety throughout his life, and subsequently is able to counsel and prescribe biblical remedies that are most helpful. He speaks like a physician who is receiving care himself. How good it is to have a companion with you in the valley. Highly recommended!