The Christ-Centered Preaching of Martyn Lloyd-Jones: Classic Sermons for the Church Today

by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Elizabeth Catherwood (Editor), Christopher Catherwood (Editor)

Throughout history, there have been certain figures who have stood the test of time and had an enduring impact on the church at large. One such person was the famed Welsh preacher Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. In this carefully curated collection of sermons, contemporary readers are introduced to one of the most influential pastors of the 20th century. Compiled and expertly edited by his daughter and grandson, this powerful anthology will help you learn from “the Doctor’s” prophetic preaching―even today.

Genres: Biography, Christian

288 pages, Paperback

First published April 18, 2014

About the author

David Martyn Lloyd-Jones was a Welsh Protestant minister, preacher and medical doctor who was influential in the Reformed wing of the British evangelical movement in the 20th century. For almost 30 years, he was the minister of Westminster Chapel in London. Lloyd-Jones was strongly opposed to Liberal Christianity, which had become a part of many Christian denominations; he regarded it as aberrant. He disagreed with the broad church approach and encouraged evangelical Christians (particularly Anglicans) to leave their existing denominations. He believed that true Christian fellowship was possible only amongst those who shared common convictions regarding the nature of the faith.

David Martyn Lloyd-Jones was married to Bethan Lloyd-Jones

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Reviews

[Tomo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good and fruitful read. It’s a compilation of some of the Dr. best pieces. From sermons to lectures on different topics and scripture verses.

[Travis Ledford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very comforting having theology explained and these select sermons were very powerful reassuring sermons

[Jonathan Griffiths · Rating 4 out of 5]

This collection of sermons from the Doctor provides a great overview of both the content and style of his preaching. I read it as part of my morning time and found it greatly encouraging and enriching.

[Petermathieson · Rating 4 out of 5]

5 stars for the sermons which are excellent.
3 stars for the sermon introductions by the editors which I found annoying. All I want is to have the context of the time the message was preached. I don’t need commentary on reformed theology, on Holy Spirit controversies or several mentions to what the church needs today.
I would have liked this more if the editors had been less noticeable in their introductions. They induced several eye rolls from me, which the sermons themselves never did.

[Matthew Deans · Rating 3 out of 5]

First time listening to his sermons. I definitely appreciate his logic and focus on Christ. We need more preachers who have this instinct, and it's one I want to continually develop and mature as well. I valued these sermons. However, may be because I listened to someone else reading them, or maybe because of his style, structural, or flow of his sermons, they often seemed like a flowing river that you know where you were, but you didn't know where you were going or from where you came.

[Bradley Somers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Appreciated greatly the sermons chosen and the thought that went behind leaving some others out. Great to see how the Dr. Worked through a sermon flow and application. Always grace of God emphasis all the way through.

[Stella Maris Sumaylo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Reminder

It summarizes all the things that Martyn lived by. Good introduction. It manages to make the reader understand the disposition of the writer.

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m officially part of the MLJ fan club.

[Simon Field · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic set of sermons

[Matthew · Rating 5 out of 5]

A refreshing read that reveals Lloyd-Jones' love for the our Lord Jesus Christ, His Word and His people. The wide range of subject matter the editors (Elizabeth & Christopher Catherwood) selected gives the reader a good idea of the Doctor's thoughts on contemporary issues. The idea of reading sermon manuscripts may seem cumbersome to some, but they are not technical as in a theological study. The sermons are, as they should be, pastoral and biblical, and they address the matters of the heart, making them relevant for every age.

[Matt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply and utterly wonderful to read preaching of this type. Really enjoyed it and will read lots more of this great man of God.

[Ben Haley · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best preachers ever.

Always relevant to all generations. Nothing in Lloyd-Jones ever feel outdated. As meaningful in 2016 as it was in 1950!