Sermons of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones Riches of the Gentiles
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Feb 24, 2026 A theological exploration of why Israel stumbled and how that opened the way for the gospel to reach the nations. Close reading of Romans 11:11–12 with debate over terms like 'fall' and 'fullness'. Discussion of how Gentiles were spiritually enriched and what a future Jewish restoration might mean for the church.
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Israel's Stumble Was Temporary And Purposed
- Paul argues Israel's national stumbling is not final but part of God's plan to bring the gospel to the Gentiles.
- This temporary stumbling serves both to enrich the nations and to provoke Israel later to emulation.
How Provoking Jealousy Turns To Emulation
- Lloyd-Jones recounts how Paul expected Gentile salvation would provoke Jewish curiosity and emulation, not just jealousy.
- He explains the two-step movement from jealousy to interest to emulation in Israel's response.
Arguing From Lesser To Greater
- Paul reasons from lesser to greater: if Israel's failure enriched the Gentiles, their restoration will bring far greater blessing.
- The apostle anticipates a future national turning of Israel that increases blessing for all.