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Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

We’re back! Thank you for bearing with us as we took a few weeks off to deal with things in our personal lives and recover from a cold. We are glad to be back discussing another great chapter from Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book, Life in Christ. This week we are looking at Christ’s purpose in coming so that He could destroy the kingdom of the devil. We discuss things like sharing the gospel, the problem of reductionism, blaming God for our hardships, and God’s love which is evident in everything around us. We are so glad to be back in our study of 1 John, and looking forward to next week! Thanks for listening in!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 6 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 325-334).

We are coming off of an insanely busy week that was filled with several scheduled activities and some unexpected events, and did not have time to record our full episode. We are really sorry to our listeners for missing today, and we plan to get back on schedule starting next Monday. May you reflect on the goodness of God and all that we have to be thankful for over this beautiful fall season.

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

Continuing the appeal for holiness, this epistle now shifts the attention to our perfect Messiah who came to address our sin. This chapter puts a razor-sharp focus on the reason Christ came, to rescue us from sin and give us His righteousness. We want to view Jesus properly and understand that He saves us from the guilt of sin and the power of sin. Contrary to worldly opinion, sin leaves us in bondage, but Christ can set us free from sin's chains. We hope this recording allows you to reflect on our great Savior.

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 5 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 315-324).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

This conversation is so important. Charlie and I both known people who have been affected by wrong teaching on holiness. This includes Keswick (pronounced “kezick”) teaching, entire sanctification, and the holiness (synonymous with sinless perfection) movement, which has gained a lot of traction through many of the dispensational or arminian denominations that trace their origin back to the Wesleys and Methodism. It has also expanded its influence through countless hymns, authors, missionaries, and Christian speakers and organizations. These wrong views can be very harmful, as we discuss in the episode. You don’t want to miss this conversation on what holiness is, what it looks like, and what it is not. 

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 4 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 307-314).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

 

As Christians, we are confident and fully persuaded that we are destined for glory, but glory itself is not the highest prize, rather being with Christ is what we look forward to most. Our motivation in life or death should be our fellowship with him. Today we are discussing the truths that believers have confidence in our current standing in Christ, we have confidence in glory as a part of our future, and we know something of this promised glory. Other topics that come up are the rapture and assurance of salvation. If we are sons of God, one day we will see Christ as he is, and we will be like him. What a glorious thought to cling to throughout this week!

 

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 3, chapter 3 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 295-305).

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).

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).

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).