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Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Today we get to look at all that Jesus accomplished in our salvation and what it means that He is our Savior. Contrary to the opinion that Jesus is merely a good example for us to follow (which is a hopeless message that leads to despair), Jesus already accomplished our salvation and all we have to do is accept it. The saving work of Christ goes so far beyond His death on the cross for us, we have so much to be thankful for!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 11 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 507-516).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

God’s Word is certainly everything we need in this life to be sustained and guided in a life of obedience to the Lord. We are excited to discuss this lofty passage that emphasizes the coming of Christ to save us from our sin. We also talk about the role of the Holy Spirit in leading us into truth and the absolute authority of God’s Word. You don’t want to miss this episode!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 10 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 497-506).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Every believer is on a journey towards sanctification, but that path is not always easy. There will undoubtedly be periods of varying emotions and experiences. That is not to say that some Christians have achieved a higher status or level of spirituality, however. We have all been given the full blessing of the Spirit of God at the one-time event of salvation. What we experience after that point depends on our closeness with our Father and whether we follow correct teaching, have correct motives, and live obediently to the impulses of the Spirit. The life God intends for us is really quite simple to understand, but quite hard to follow in this life. We certainly don’t have it all figured out, but we hope this discussion will resonate with you where you are in your walk with God.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 9 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 485-495).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Continuing on the theme of our assurance, this chapter gives us three aspects of our Christian life: (1) that the essence of the Christian life is abiding in Christ, (2) that we can know that we have eternal life, and (3) that we can know this by the Spirit of God dwelling in us. We also discuss challenges of presenting Christianity properly to the lost around us and the benefits of the Spirit indwelling us.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 8 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 473-483).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Jones gets into the mechanics of our verse today, which is a good reminder of what it looks like to conduct deep Bible study. Things like asking the text questions, comparing Scripture with cross-references from itself, and connecting every verse with the context and flow are important Bible study techniques. The main takeaway is the importance of living by faith and loving God because of His love for us. That will produce the love for the brethren that is emphasized here.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 7 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 463-472).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

There are so many benefits to expository study of Scripture. In today’s message from D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones, we see the natural outworking of understanding the love of God. It is important that we understand Christianity is not merely truth to be contemplated, it must be lived. It is so good to incorporate Bible study in your devotions, but may we live out the truths we discover and not just be enamored with the thoughts.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 6 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 451-462).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

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What a timely reminder of God’s amazing love for us as we head into a new year. Lloyd-Jones argues that a lack of understanding God’s love is one of the greatest needs of our time. This is so important because we will not be able to love one another adequately without first having an appreciation for God’s love for us as displayed in His act of sending Christ to die in our place. We hope the discussion and personal anecdotes cause you to reflect on God’s love more throughout this year. Always remember, we love Him because He loved us first!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 5 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 441-450).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

If you were able to read this chapter, we trust you were encouraged by its contents. On the show we discuss things like the essentialness of brotherly love, the history of Israel’s love for God, the failure of the church at Ephesus in losing their first love, the importance of our love for God and the love of God, as well as the differences between John’s poetic style of writing and Paul’s logical style. If there is one thing that is probably the most important practical takeaway, the challenge to read the gospels cannot be overstressed. Seeing and studying the love of Christ is one of the best ways to replicate it.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 4, chapter 4 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 429-439).