Sermons of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones Carnal or Christian?
Explore the stark contrast between Christians and non-Christians as illuminated in Romans 8:5-8. Hear how the 'natural man' is ruled by the flesh, opposing God and remaining spiritually dead, regardless of external morality. Delve into the concept that even cultured individuals are beneath God's wrath. Understand the essential need for mind renewal to escape worldly conformity and grasp spiritual truths. Ultimately, discover that true transformation is only possible through God's divine action, highlighting the grace inherent in salvation.
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Radical Change Is Essential
- Paul contrasts the non-Christian (after the flesh) with the Christian (after the Spirit) rather than two kinds of Christians.
- A radical internal change into the realm of the Spirit is essential for salvation, not merely moral improvement.
Born Under The Flesh
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Minding The Flesh Means Worldly Focus
- The phrase 'mind the things of the flesh' means deliberate, volitional focus including emotions and desires.
- It denotes comprehensive worldly-mindedness, not merely bodily sins.
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Intro
00:00 • 51sec
Purpose of Romans 8: Assurance for Those in Christ
00:51 • 4min
Outline: Contrasting Flesh and Spirit
04:47 • 6min
What 'After the Flesh' Means
10:24 • 3min
What It Means to 'Mind' Something
13:35 • 5min
Scope of 'Things of the Flesh'
18:35 • 3min
Good People Still Outside God's Life
21:10 • 5min
The Mind of the Flesh Equals Spiritual Death
26:13 • 3min
Renewing the Mind Is Essential
29:20 • 43sec
The Natural Man's Incapacity for Spiritual Truth
30:03 • 3min
Illustration: Wilberforce and Pitt
33:28 • 4min
The Fleshly Mind Is Enmity Against God
37:46 • 7min
Unbelievers Refuse to Submit to God's Law
44:22 • 1min
Unbelievers Cannot Be Subject to God's Law
45:28 • 3min
Conclusion: In the Flesh Cannot Please God
48:54 • 1min
How One Becomes a Believer: Divine Action
50:08 • 1min
Recognizing Our Former State to Value Salvation
51:16 • 37sec
Outro
51:54 • 2min
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Romans 8:5-8 — According to the apostle Paul, there is a sharp distinction between a Christian and non-Christian. As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones elaborates in this message on Romans 8:5–8 titled “Carnal or Christian?”, the non-Christian is “under the flesh.” Some popular interpretations of this passage miss this distinction and instead posit a distinction between Christians. They will say there are two kinds of Christians: the “spiritual” Christian and the “carnal” Christian. In this sermon, Dr. Lloyd-Jones argues against the “carnal” Christian view. What emerges from the biblical text is a devastating picture of the “natural man.” The natural man, according to Dr. Lloyd-Jones, is a person of the “flesh.” Their mind is opposed to the things of God. They are an enemy of God and refuse to submit to the law of God. Dr. Lloyd-Jones reminds the listener that ‘good’, cultured, and well-spoken people are just as much under God’s wrath as regular sinners. Listen to this sobering message on the spiritually dead and be encouraged that God has put life into His people through Christ.