Sermons by Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Martyn Lloyd-Jones Sermons

Sermons by Martyn Lloyd-Jones

19th Century
Methodist
Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Martyn Lloyd-Jones Sermons

Sermons by Martyn Lloyd-Jones

19th Century
Methodist

Risen in Christ

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Nov 27, 1955

On one hand, people fail to realize the depth of sin. On the other hand, they fail to see the height and glory of the gospel. The problem with the church today is that it fails at both of these points. In this sermon on Ephesians 2:4–7 titled “Risen with Chris…

Abraham Believed God

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Nov 20, 1966

The Christian life is one of faith and action. As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones proclaims in the sermon “Abraham Believed God,” this is clearly seen in the life of Abraham. Perhaps there is no better example of this than the life of Abraham, the father of all the fai…

No Other Foundation Can Be Laid

Martyn Lloyd-Jones

On what is the Christian life built? Is the hope resting in financial security or job status? If all of that came crashing down, would Christians have something to fall back on? In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 3:10–11, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones preaches on the im…

The God of the Bible

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Feb 13, 1955

The most important thing about life is not what one does, but who they know. In this sermon on Psalm 107:32–43 titled “The God of the Bible,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones preaches about the psalmist confessing that God has the power to both save and to judge. The gl…

Revival Sermon: Where is He?

Martyn Lloyd-Jones

What does the prayer of Isaiah teach about God and the church? Isaiah prays to God in a time of dire need and crisis. In this sermon from Isaiah 63:7–9 titled “Revival Sermon: Where Is He?” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones looks to this prayer as an example that the chu…

Religion or Christianity?

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Mar 30, 1958

In part five of his series on John 5:31–35 in this sermon titled “Religion or Curiosity?” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones completes his exposition by exposing the wrong response to the truth of the gospel. By focusing on John the Baptist and his ministry, hearers respo…

The Godhead Revealed

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • May 16, 1954

This gospel is the most astounding thing the world has ever known. In this sermon on Isaiah 40:5 titled “The Godhead Revealed,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones declares the character and kindness of God. The life of sin is one of misery, but God is ready to pardon iniq…

When God Turns Away

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Jun 18, 1967

Just when one thinks the world couldn’t get worse, something terrible happens. There will always be those who blindly think trouble will evaporate and the world will become a better place. Through human thought and ethical reflection, they believe the world is…

The Authentic Marks of Christianity

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Oct 10, 1965

Christianity is not based on human power or wisdom. It is not the result of clever and prudent people, but it is the result of the gospel of God. In this sermon on Acts 4:13, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones shows that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation to al…

Thou Art Inexcusable, O Man

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Oct 5, 1956

Does sin really condemn all people? In this sermon titled “Thou Art Inexcusable, O Man,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones introduces Romans 2 by connecting the theme from Romans 1 which tells of how God has provided a righteousness by faith for humanity. The Jews listen…

Called to Preach, Part 2

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Mar 13, 1964

In the sermon on Romans 10:14–17 titled “Called to Preach (2),” Dr. Lloyd-Jones elaborates on the qualities that make a good preacher. He dives into an equally important discussion: how does a person know if he’s called to preach? Reading from this passage, he…

By Faith Abraham

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Jan 1, 1961

When the future is unknown, how should one live in the present? Anxiety about the future leads to time wasted, frantically attempting to discover the answer to “what will happen?” It also leads to impatience. In this sermon on Hebrews 11:8 titled “By Faith Abr…

A Question of Authority

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Mar 23, 1958

In part four of his series on John 5:31–35 in this sermon titled “A Question of Authority,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd Jones now turns to the certainty of future judgment. Having established that life and judgment were placed firmly into the hands of Jesus by the Father…

The Shield of Faith

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Jun 3, 1962

Christians must realize that they are engaged in perpetual spiritual warfare. In this sermon on Ephesians 6:16 titled “The Shield of Faith,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones reminds that Paul exhorts believers to take up the “shield of faith.” He referred to other piece…

The Blindness of Modern man

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Mar 13, 1955

Is Christianity based on nothing more than myths? In this sermon on Luke 12:54–57 titled “The Blindness of Modern Man,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones confronts this false claim, showing that the message of Christianity is based on the historical facts of the life, de…

Why Do Calamities Happen?

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Feb 8, 1953

How does one remain steadfast like Job in the midst of suffering? In this sermon from Job 1:20­­­–22 titled “Why Do Calamities Happen?” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones teaches that Job righteously endured his circumstances because he understood two things: who he was a…

Conformed to Christ

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Dec 15, 1961

Why does Christianity claim to be the only way of salvation? As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones preaches this sermon from Romans 8:28-30 titled “Confirmed to Christ,” the gospel is a message of exclusivity that tells of salvation through Christ by His life, death, and…

Be Reconciled to God

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Jun 18, 1961

Learn of the calmness and assurance that comes with this Christian gospel. There is a confidence that comes with believing. All things are of God and for God. In this sermon on 2 Corinthians 5:6 titled “Be Reconciled to God,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones teaches tha…

Spiritism and the Christian

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Nov 27, 1960

Do not tinker with demons! In this sermon on Ephesians 6:10–13 titled “Spiritism and the Christian,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones addresses the topic of spiritualism and the use of mediums. He says that while the Bible never denies the existence of spirits and other…

A Right Approach to Election

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Jan 11, 1963

Does God really choose who to save? How should one respond after hearing the truth about the doctrine of election? For some, this is the hardest concept to grasp in all of theology. In this sermon on Romans 9:14 titled “A Right Approach,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jone…

In the Likeness of Christ

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Dec 29, 1963

How does the Christian know they have been forgiven and given new life? In this sermon on John 1:16 titled “In the Likeness of Christ,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones elaborates on the traits of the Christian who has received salvation. He explains that no one has rec…

The Mystery of Salvation

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Nov 29, 1964

Repenting from sin and trusting Christ for forgiveness is mandatory for salvation. In this sermon from Ephesians 6:18–20 titled “The Mystery of Salvation,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones says there is no other way. The mystery of salvation unfolds with regeneration, t…

A Sermon on Matthew 6:33

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • May 5, 1963

In this age of anxiety, does the Christian gospel offer a distinct message? Is the Christian life a different way of looking at the world? In this sermon on Matthew 6:33 titled “Right Priorities,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues that humanity’s trouble in life i…

Praying in the Spirit

Martyn Lloyd-Jones • Apr 15, 1956

What does the Holy Spirit have to do with prayer? In his sermon on Ephesians 2:18 titled “Praying in the Spirit,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones seeks to impress on the believer the absolute necessity of prayer and of the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. According t…