Preaching and Preachers by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
by Martyn Lloyd-Jones: Preaching and Preachers
For 30+ years, Dr. Lloyd-Jones ministered at Westminster Chapel in London and is widely considered one of the greatest preachers of the 20th century. This is a series of lectures originally given by him to the students of Westminster Seminary in 1969 on the essence of powerful preaching. Lloyd-Jones challenges preachers to take their calling seriously, provides practical direction for preparing sermons, sharing insights on the shape and form of a message as well as covering such topics as the use of humor, giving invitations in a message and the preacher’s relationship to the congregation.
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Eph 4.23: Renewed in the Spirit of the Mind
Ephesians 4:23 "and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds," (ESV) SERMON DESCRIPTION What is the nature of the new life of the Christian? In this sermon on renewing your mind from Ephesians 4:23 titled “Renewed in the Spirit of the Mind,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones says the renewal of the mind by...
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Eph 4.22-24: When Not to Pray; but to Act
Ephesians 4:22-24 "to put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness." (ESV) SERMON...
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Eph 4.22-24: Corruption; Lusts; Deceits
Ephesians 4:22-24 That, in reference to your former way of life, you are to rid yourselves of the old self, which is being corrupted in accordance with the lusts of deceit, and that you are to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has…
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Eph 4.22-24: Putting off and Putting on!
Ephesians 4:22-24 That, in reference to your former way of life, you are to rid yourselves of the old self, which is being corrupted in accordance with the lusts of deceit, and that you are to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has…
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Eph 4.20-21: Hearing and Learning Christ
Ephesians 4:20-21 But that is not the way you learned Christ!—assuming that you have heard about him and were taught in him, as the truth is in Jesus (ESV) SERMON DESCRIPTION Those who try to separate the call of the gospel from the call to be holy make a great error. In this sermon on Ephesians...
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Eph 4.20-21: Knowledge of the Truth
Ephesians 4:20-21 But that is not the way you learned Christ!—assuming that you have heard about him and were taught in him, as the truth is in Jesus (ESV) SERMON DESCRIPTION Salvation only happens by repenting of sin and believing in Jesus Christ. In this sermon on Ephesians 4:20–21 titled...
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Eph 4.17-19: Darkness and Light
Ephesians 4:17-19 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles also walk, in the futility of their mind, being darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God, because of the ignorance that is in them, because of the hardening…
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Eph 4.17-19 The Emptiness of the Christless Life
Ephesians 4:17-19 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles also walk, in the futility of their mind, being darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God, because of the ignorance that is in them, because of the hardening…
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Eph 4.17: Practice Rooted in Doctrine
Ephesians 4:17 Now this I say and testify in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their minds. (ESV) SERMON DESCRIPTION Can an unbeliever apply the Scripture? Certainly there are general moral principles that someone could attempt, but in this sermon on...
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Eph 5.1-2 - Imitators of God
Ephesians 5:1-2 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. (ESV) SERMON DESCRIPTION With so much input on how Christians are supposed to live their lives, how can they discern which...
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Talk 16: The Spirit and The Power
What is the power in preaching? Is it in the preacher’s own preparation and scholarship? If it is, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues that we are to be most miserable. In this teaching, Dr. Lloyd-Jones expounds upon what he believes to be the most important ingredient in preaching: the unction, or...
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Talk 15: Pitfalls and Romance
Should a preacher repeat his sermon? What are the dangers in doing so? Is it ever appropriate for a preacher to preach another man’s sermon? These questions are handled as Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones lectures under the topic of preaching and preachers. A sermon takes on a personality of its own. As…
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Talk 14: Decisions / Altar Calls
In this teaching, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses matters facing the church today which threaten the preaching ministry. He begins with the topic of music, and moves to a discussion on altar calls. Regarding music, Dr. Lloyd-Jones is concerned that congregations are opting for more special...
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Talk 13: What to Avoid when Preaching
As the proclamation of God’s Word is the task of every preacher, certain things must be avoided. These things creep into the preaching ministry and detract the man from his work. As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones continues his lectures on preaching and preachers, he begins with a few observations on…
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Talk 12: Illustrations; eloquence; humor
The preacher must freely preach the Word of God in a way that is natural, yet prepared. In this sermon, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones addresses the preacher’s need for freedom in the pulpit. On one hand, some preachers are bound to a manuscript and never make eye contact with his people. On the other…
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Talk 11: Shape of the Sermon
The shape of the sermon should reflect the goal of any sermon. That is, to show the original context, the meaning of a passage, and apply it to life today. In this lecture, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses outlines, the main points of a sermon, the place and importance of headings, and the…
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Talk 10: Preparation of the Sermon
The importance of the 'freedom of the Spirit'; the use of special occasions; the need for constant assessment and re-adjustment.
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Talk 9: Preparation of the Preacher
The importance of regular Scripture reading; the importance of reading generally; and some suggested guidelines; know yourself.
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Talk 8: Character of the Message
Evangelistic preaching and its importance; the restoration of authority to the pulpit; the place and importance of buildings.
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Talk 7: The Congregation
The relationship between the pew and the pulpit; modern ideas of preaching based on false thinking.
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Talk 6: Preacher
Who is to preach? The 'call' to preach examined and explained; the marks of a preacher; the training required.
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Talk 5: Preaching
The whole person is involved; the delivery of the sermon; the sermon and the act of preaching.
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Talk 4: Form of the Sermon
Preaching must be theological; the preacher's duty is to present the Gospel; the delivery in general; the relationship of exposition to the sermon.
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Talk 3: The Sermon and Preaching
The error of debate; what is preaching? The total person is involved; on both sides of the pulpit!
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Talk 2: No Substitute
Points of view; objections and definitions; the failure of the 'social' gospel; the power of the Gospel.
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Talk 1: Primacy of Preaching
Reasons for the decline of preaching examined; preaching: the Biblical view; the evidence of Church history.
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For 30+ years, Dr. Lloyd-Jones ministered at Westminster Chapel in London and is widely considered one of the greatest preachers of the 20th century. This is a series of lectures originally given by him to the students of Westminster Seminary in 1969 on the essence of powerful preaching. Lloyd-Jones challenges preachers to take their calling seriously, provides practical direction for preparing sermons, sharing insights on the shape and form of a message as well as covering such topics as the use of humor, giving invitations in a message and the preacher’s relationship to the congregation.
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