Sermons of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones Dependent on God's Mercy
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Mar 12, 2026 A preacher explores how divine mercy, not human effort, is the sole cause of salvation. He contrasts Israel and the nations, tracing how Jewish rejection opened the way for Gentile inclusion. The talk highlights faith as active obedience and explains why ‘all’ refers to groups, not universal salvation. It culminates in the idea that history shows human hopelessness apart from God’s pity.
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Two Divine Perspectives On Israel
- Paul explains Israel's present rejection and ultimate status as beloved are two simultaneous divine perspectives.
- Martyn Lloyd-Jones stresses this refers to the nation in bulk, not every individual, to avoid universalism confusion.
God's Gifts And Calling Are Irrevocable
- 'Gifts and calling of God are without repentance' means God's promises and election are irrevocable.
- Lloyd-Jones uses the metaphor of a parent's love behind a frowning providence to show enduring divine affection.
Faith Is Active Obedience
- Paul uses 'believe' as active obedience: true faith involves willful submission, not mere intellectual assent.
- Lloyd-Jones points to Paul swapping 'believe' for 'obey' to show faith entails action.