Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones's sermon series on the book of Jeremiah was delivered at Westminster Chapel in London during his ministry there from 1939-1968. These messages examine the prophet's powerful indictment of spiritual declension and God's …
Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones's sermon series on the book of Jeremiah was delivered at Westminster Chapel in London during his ministry there from 1939-1968. These messages examine the prophet's powerful indictment of spiritual declension and God's faithful call to repentance, providing timeless insights for the modern church.
Beginning with Jeremiah 2, Dr. Lloyd-Jones explores the fundamental problem of humanity's departure from God, illustrated through the vivid imagery of forsaking "the fountain of living waters" for broken cisterns that can hold no water (Jeremiah 2:13). Through careful exposition, he demonstrates how this ancient message speaks directly to contemporary society's pursuit of satisfaction apart from God.
The series includes an extended treatment of Jeremiah 17:5-8, where Dr. Lloyd-Jones contrasts those who trust in man with those who trust in the Lord. This crucial passage reveals the stark difference between a life built on human resources and one rooted in divine grace. His exposition demonstrates how true spiritual prosperity comes only through complete dependence upon God.
Moving through the prophet's message, Dr. Lloyd-Jones addresses themes of spiritual declension, true and false religion, and the nature of genuine repentance. His treatment of Jeremiah 9:23-24 shows how true wisdom and knowledge of God stands in contrast to worldly wisdom. The series culminates in messages on divine healing from sin (Jeremiah 17:14) and God's gracious call to return from backsliding (Jeremiah 31:21).
Throughout these sermons, Dr. Lloyd-Jones demonstrates how Jeremiah's message remains remarkably relevant for today's church. The prophet's call to return to God and warning against false religion speaks powerfully to modern spiritual confusion. Dr. Lloyd-Jones's hope for this series was that listeners would not only understand Jeremiah's message more clearly, but would experience genuine spiritual renewal through embracing its truths.
These expositions combine careful biblical interpretation with passionate application, theological depth with pastoral wisdom, making them valuable resources for both personal spiritual growth and ministry preparation. They represent some of Dr. Lloyd-Jones's most searching analysis of the human condition and God's remedy in Christ.
Turning away from God has terrible consequences. Look no further than the Old Testament to see how the Israelites turned away from God and suffered terrible disaster. In this sermon on Jeremiah 36:2-3, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones preaches on the need for all men to turn to God, and the consequences of not doing so. The Israelites had been delivered out of bondage and were in a special relationship with God, yet they rebelled and turned away from Him. Because of this, God brought judgement upon them as punishment for their sins. You may ask: what does this have to do with me? The answer is that Israel was like all men, living in sin and rebellion against God. Fallen humans naturally love sin more than they love God. Yet God has provided salvation and true forgiveness through Jesus Christ! No one is beyond salvation and redemption from all sin and evil. God has made a way for all the wayward and lost to be found. Do you trust in this Gospel? Or are you like the ancient Israelites, lost and wandering away from God?
