Sermons of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones A Call for Action
7 snips
Oct 12, 2025 Explore the intriguing concept of sanctification and its transformative journey in the Christian life. Discover why Romans 8 emphasizes practical action over perfectionism and crisis experiences. Learn how believers are called to actively mortify their flesh, relying on the Spirit for strength. Delve into the idea that Christians owe no obligation to sin, shaping a life focused on growth in grace. This insightful discussion reinforces the necessity of continual progress in holiness grounded in the truth of Scripture.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Doctrine Demands Practical Response
- Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues Romans 8 applies doctrine to action, warning against merely intellectual faith.
- He stresses the apostle's “therefore” signals practical obligation flowing from theological truth.
Sanctification Moves From Position To Practice
- This is the chapter's first practical application: sanctification as real-life struggle and victory.
- Lloyd-Jones says prior verses described position, but verses 12–13 show how to wage the battle against sin.
Perfectionism Misreads 'Sanctified By Faith'
- Lloyd-Jones critiques perfectionist teaching that claims total eradication of sin by a single Spirit baptism.
- He argues scriptural “sanctified by faith” passages refer to being set apart, not instantaneous moral perfection.
