The All-Sufficient God - Sermons on Isaiah 40

by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

It was said of Martyn Lloyd-Jones that while others preached love, or even preached Christ, Lloyd-Jones PREACHED GOD. These mighty sermons from Isaiah chapter 40 bear this out, and in this they meet one of our greatest needs today to know our God as he really is. They show that the God of the Bible is not only the great Creator and Judge but the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort who meets us at the point of our deepest need. This all-sufficient God has already met and answered all our problems, doubts, and difficulties, in the gospel of his Son, Jesus Christ. Those hungering to know God-or to know him better-will find great help here, while those who have already tasted the rich gospel provision in earlier Lloyd-Jones titles on Old Testament themes such as God's Way Not Ours (on Isaiah 1) and Old Testament Evangelistic Sermons will need little urging to return for more!

Genres: Nonfiction, Theology, Christian, Christianity

160 pages, Paperback

First published August 30, 2005

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

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series of sermons took an unexpected yet magnificent form. It almost reads as a defense of the Christian faith. MLJ addresses common barriers to belief and his honest, straightforward, relatable tone makes the answers he subsequently draws out of Isaiah 40 quite gripping.

[Shawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Edifying sermons

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Contrary to the oft-stated view that Dr. Lloyd-Jones wasn't a gospel preacher, these sermons highlight what an exemplary gospel preacher he was. These are remarkable examples of how to preach the Gospel so clearly from Old Testament text. And he does so with a great view of God. It is truly said that while other men preach Jesus or forgiveness or the benefits of salvation, Dr. Lloyd-Jones preached God. A huge encouragement reading this book during the covid lockdown.

[Conrad · Rating 5 out of 5]

The timeless message of the Gospel clearly and eloquently expressed in this series of sermons. He was preaching to an English audience in 1954 but his message is as relevant today as it was back then.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I could give The All-Sufficient God more than 5 stars, I would. It is my opinion that every Christian should read this book. This is a compilation of a sermon series done on Isaiah 40. Lloyd-Jones is succinct and approachable in his presentation of the subject matter and the truths that he is delving into are glorious and faith building. Please read this book. Your soul will thank you.

[Rena Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like reading a waterfall

[Mark A Powell · Rating 4 out of 5]

“How many sermons have you heard about God?” Lloyd-Jones asks this question that drives at the heart of this collection of messages. Most sermons tend to be about us instead of about God, even if He is mentioned occasionally. In stark contrast stands the fortieth chapter of Isaiah, expressing God’s majesty and the power of His Word. Lloyd-Jones delivers a compelling examination of this chapter and emphasizes the need to exalt God as He rightly deserves.

[Matt Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a nearly verse by verse exposition of Isaiah 40, the Good Doctor, tells us who we are and who God is. He reminds us that God is not our enemy but loves us. He offers us a new way to life and not to death. He offers us salvation, the glory of God. Christ looks at us and sees us for who we truly are. In seeing who God is, we see ourselves as we truly are. It is our poor view of God that separates us.

[Trevin Ascher · Rating 5 out of 5]

For anyone who has listened to recordings of Lloyd-Jones's sermons, you'll find yourself hearing his voice in these sermons with the encouraging message of what God has done, is doing, and will do in the future. These sermons on Isaiah 40 are devotional messages that stir the affections, and feed the soul.

[Jim Souza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great sermons and clear thinking from the great Lloyd-Jones as usual. Thank you to Banner Of Truth publisher, and to the Catherwood family. So thankful for the blessed hope and glory that the Doctor (as he was affectionately known) enjoys with his Savior today.

[David Batten · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading sermons is always tough, and I wouldn't recommend this for most people. This can be pretty helpful as a contrast to modern sermon styles though, for those who think about such things.

[Glenn · Rating 5 out of 5]

To gather further insight on Isaiah 40...read this book !

[MaryLucille · Rating 5 out of 5]

This collection of sermons on Isaiah 40 is excellent. Very edifying, inspirational and encouraging. I highly recommend.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are looking for both an exegetical and devotional book on Isaiah 40 look no further than the Doctor!