Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Eternal life is the theme of all of Scripture, and what we discuss today is really one big application from the entire Bible. Christ gives abundant life and He wants us to be sure we know Him. In this chapter, Jones responds to two objections that are raised to having eternal assurance. We discuss the profound and practical aspects that allow us to confidently claim that we have this eternal life.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 11 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 657-668).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Assurance of salvation is not only something that is possible for every believer, it is what God intends for us. This is one of John’s great themes throughout this epistle, and he reiterates it here in 1 John 5:13, one of the most well-known verses on assurance. In this episode, we discuss the topic of assurance in general, break down this verse phrase-by-phrase, and offer some personal thoughts and reflections on eternal security and assurance. We will continue the discussion on this topic next week. See you then!

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 10 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 645-655).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Today we look at the reasons for believing Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah and the results of believing this. This follows right after the claim that was mentioned in 1 John 5:6-8 which we have discussed in the previous two episodes. As we look at the support behind this claim, we also get into what gives us confidence in our faith personally, and it all has to do with the testimony of Christ. Thanks for listening!

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 9 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 637-644).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

“And there are three that bear witness in earth, the spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one.” Today we discuss what these three witnesses mean and what this represents for us today. God has certainly left sufficient witness that Jesus is the Christ.

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 8 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 631-636).

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Today we respond to the arguments for textual criticism D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones raises in this chapter. Some things we consider include (1) the timeline of the text, (2) the technique of translation, (3) the tenants of textual criticism, (4) the testimony of the translators, and (5) the theology of Scripture itself. We have no personal dislike for anyone who chooses to use a different version of the Bible, but defending the King James translation is something we think is important. Thanks for hearing us out!

Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 7 of “Life in Christ” by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (pages 623-629).

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).