Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

How does faith actually overcome the world? In today’s episode, we look at D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ answer to this question from a message he preached at Westminster Chapel in London around 1950. We look at the positional and practical aspects of faith in Christ as well as what to do when we fail in our walk with God and what our faith should ultimately be resting in.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 6 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 615-622).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

When it comes to the world, we must realize that we need to overcome it, and we must go about it the right way. Some don’t seem to realize there is any problem with the world, and others try to remove themselves from the world, but neither approach is what our Lord wants. We must realize that only by our faith in Christ and being born of God have we already overcome the world and we are empowered to continue overcoming it. May we emphasize our relationship to Christ and fill ourselves with things that will build our faith as we live in this world.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 5 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 605-613).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

How do we view God’s Word and His commandments? What is the world? And what does it mean to be an overcomer? We discuss these questions on today’s episode as we continue through the final volume of this deep dive in 1 John by Martyn Lloyd-Jones.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 4 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 595-603).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

In a slight change of pace, Jones spends the majority of this message on the writing style of John rather than the specific content of this chapter, and it is really good to read and talk about! How can we better view the Christian life as a walk that encompasses every aspect of our lives? How can we take inventory of how we are doing in our growth in Christlikeness? May we live our whole lives for Him.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 3 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 585-594).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

This is one of our most in-depth conversations on why we disagree with reformed theology, since it comes out so heavily in this chapter. It is good to reflect on the gospel, and defining what a Christian is Biblically is a good exercise in our articulation of sound doctrine. We also discuss the common bond that believers share and our confidence in our eternal security.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 2 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 575-584).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Love for the brethren is a natural result if we have experienced the love of God. The struggle oftentimes is moving beyond the thought of love to actually putting that love to practice in our daily lives. It requires viewing people the way God views them, treating each other as the spiritual family we are, and making the choice to esteem each other better than ourselves. May we practice more of this brotherly love as we go throughout our week.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 1 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 565-574).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

The topic of how the believer should relate to the fear of the Lord is a deep one, but one with some really important implications for daily life. Should the believer fear the Lord? If so, why? How should the relationship change as the believer matures? Do we fear the judgment? What about assurance of salvation? We tackle all of these questions and more in today’s podcast.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 15 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 549-559).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Today we discuss the different resurrections and judgments that are mentioned in Scripture in order to understand our passage in 1 John. We should be motivated by the judgment of Christ, and as believers, it is a comfort to know that we will not have to face the wrath of God. May we look to the judgment of Christ to help us prefect our love for God and for our brethren.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 14 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 537-547).