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025. Special Guest: Caison Britt - Vol. 3, Ch. 1: Children of God

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

This is a special episode because we got to record it in the living room of a good friend of mine, Caison Britt. While down in Florida for a wedding of a former youth group student and a friend from college, I got to visit with Caison, and since he is a regular listener we decided to collaborate for this episode. We hope you enjoy getting to hear from Caison and the discussion of this week’s reading. More guest episodes to come!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 2 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 281-293).

024. Vol. 2, Ch. 11: The Truth and the Lie

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

It is easy to downplay the danger of a lie. In this episode, we are looking at the truth, lies, and how we should fight false doctrines that try to creep into our lives. Jones gives several reasons as to why we should be so harsh in our response to deception, and we also share some thoughts on the topics of interdenominational unity, pragmatism, and theological triage. We hope this episode demonstrates the importance of not believing lies and also highlights the blessing of believing the truth—abiding in and enjoying fellowship with God.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 1 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 267-280).

023. Vol. 2, Ch. 10: The Anointing of the Holy Spirit

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

This week we discuss the role of the Holy Spirit as it applies to doctrine as well as daily leading. After a description of the chapter’s content, we give our own take on the topic. What exactly does it mean that a Christian has no need that any man teach him? How has this historically been taken to the extreme? What are the differences between inspiration, indwelling, and illumination? Listen to this episode to hear us cover all of these questions and a few more.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 11 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 255-265).

022. Vol. 2, Ch. 9: Of The Church

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

We all see the dwindling numbers at church and the statistics paint a bleak picture for the church’s future, so what are we to do? Some say it is time to set aside nonessential differences and band together to fight the enemy, but D. Martyn Lloyd Jones preaches a different premise from this passage in 1 John. As we discuss in today’s episode, the guiding principles of the church today should be knowing and trusting God’s Word, maintaining doctrinal purity, and seeing our place in the plan of God for this present age. Thanks for listening in!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 10 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 243-254).

021. Vol. 2, Ch. 8: The Antichrist

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Before we get into the topic on the end times and the literal antichrist, we first discuss some applications for believers today, from pastors to lay church members. We must ask ourselves how we are protecting ourselves from false teaching that rises up from within the church? And are we treating our pastor as a functional Messiah rather than looking to Christ? We will discuss some ways that we could be more protected from heresies before heading into the contents of the chapter on the end times and the antichrist. The closing challenge is to look for Christ’s second coming, and until then to strive to live holy separated lives for Christ! We hope it’s an encouraging listen for you.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 9 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 233-242).

020. Vol. 2, Ch. 7: The Love of the World

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Worldliness is a complicated and often-misunderstood topic in Christian teaching, but it doesn’t have to be. This chapter discusses what worldliness truly means (and, maybe even more helpfully, what it does not mean). From politics and technology to history and eschatology, we discuss the basic principle that worldliness is intended to mean as well as several examples of where this might come up frequently in our lives.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 8 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 223-232).

019. Vol. 2, Ch. 6: Children, Young Men, and Fathers

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

This chapter was not laid out in the way we were anticipating, which was refreshing. Rather than breaking down the intricate connections and structuring of these principles, Lloyd-Jones focuses on three simple truths we need to be reminded of. These simple assurances are (1) knowing that our sins are forgiven, (2) knowing the way in which our sins are overcome, and (3) knowing the Father and the Son. We also touch on perfectionism and how it relates to this passage along the way. Hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged by these simple, yet beautiful, reminders.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 7 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 213-222).

018. Vol. 2, Ch. 5: Loving the Brethren

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Have you ever wondered how love for the brethren affects our walk with Christ? That is what we discuss in today’s episode. We think this is a very important topic since brotherly love is the chief distinguisher of a follower of Jesus. We also touch on the seriousness of dealing treacherously with the brethren, which also leads to dealing treacherously with God. Our treatment of others absolutely affects our walk with God. We hope this conversation is helpful to you, thanks for listening!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 2, chapter 6 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 201-212).