Sermons of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones Collecting the Evidence, Part 1
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Mar 9, 2026 A deep look at Paul's argument about Israel's partial, temporary rejection and promised future restoration. Discussion of why Paul reasons before prophesying and how Scripture and reason work together. Examination of the meaning of 'mystery' in Pauline writings and a warning against secretive religions. A pastoral call to humility to prevent Gentile conceit.
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Why Paul Argues Then Proclaims
- Paul structures five rational arguments to show Jewish restoration is possible and probable, before declaring it certain as prophecy.
- Martyn Lloyd-Jones highlights the move from reasoned proof to a dogmatic prophetic statement in Romans 11:25–27 as crucial context.
Use Reason First Then Scripture In Dispute
- Meet objections on their own rational grounds first, then show how scripture supports the truth, rather than relying only on prophetic claims.
- Lloyd-Jones uses Paul's method as a model: reason, Scripture quotes, and pastoral explanation to instruct Gentile believers.
The Danger Of Being Wise In Your Own Conceits
- Paul warns Gentile believers against becoming 'wise in their own conceits'—a false, prideful wisdom that boasts over the Jews.
- Lloyd-Jones explains the phrase targets prideful self-justification and intellectual superiority among Gentiles.