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Spiritual Depression – Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Spiritual Depression – Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Trials

Trials

November 26, 2020

No one escapes life's trials, tribulations, or depression. The heaviness and darkness of life can surround us and leave us feeling without hope. As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones explains from 1 Peter 1:6-7, it is natural for Christians to feel grieved and sorrowed. But why do trials and tribulations happen

Discipline

Discipline

November 19, 2020

Christians can find themselves discouraged or depressed in their faith, noticing that attempts to grow in knowledge are met with fatigue or busyness. Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones explains in this sermon on 2 Peter 1:5-7 how this is not just a coincidence. Symptoms of spiritual depression are subtle and co

Weary in Well Doing

Weary in Well Doing

November 12, 2020

Oh, Christian, have you grown weary of well doing? In your hopelessness and despair, how have you been carrying on? Despite being on a correct path, we have all experienced spiritual depression. Much of this can be attributed to a "middle period" of the Christian life. A time that comes after much g

False Teaching

False Teaching

November 5, 2020

Are you suffering from bouts of unhappiness in your Christian faith? Could it be that one contributing factor may be conflict and confusion due to false teaching within the Christian church? The main problem of spiritual depression lies within, not outside, the church. In Galatians 4:15, the Apostle

Praying in the Spirit

Praying in the Spirit

October 9, 2020

Who can talk to God? Who can boldly enter His presence and communicate with Him in prayer? Dr. Martin Lloyd-Jones guides us through this careful study of how are we to pray. The blood of Jesus, His death and resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us unhindered access to the Father. But that open access

Praying Always

Praying Always

October 2, 2020

Praying Always

The Shield, Helmet and Sword

The Shield, Helmet and Sword

September 25, 2020

The Shield, Helmet and Sword

The Whole Armour of God

The Whole Armour of God

September 18, 2020

There are many who fail at the Christian life because they have not recognized they are involved with spiritual warfare. The scriptures tell us we are involved in a spiritual conflict, and our spiritual enemy is subtle beyond description. That’s the warning Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones gives us as he begi

Be Strong in the Lord

Be Strong in the Lord

September 11, 2020

As Christians, we sometimes face times of spiritual depression—times of trouble, worry, even misery. Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones tells us in this sermon that it is profoundly important for us to recognize that the Christian life is a life of spiritual conflict with the powers of evil. As he focuses on Ep

Spiritual Depression

Spiritual Depression

September 4, 2020

In Adam; in Christ; dead unto sin - our need to live in realisation of this fact; the danger of psychological experiences; the certainty of our victory over sin; God is bringing us to glory; God chastises His children; don't yield to sin.

The Danger of Error

The Danger of Error

August 28, 2020

The Colossian heresy (gnosticism) explained; the problem of the counterfeit religion; the fight against Greek philosophy; practical advice on the avoidance of error; when philosophy becomes theology; characteristics of false teaching.

Alive Unto God

Alive Unto God

August 21, 2020

The need for a firm grasp of the teaching of Scripture; the importance of Romans 6; crucified with Him; alive unto God; freed from the power of sin; the indissoluble union.

Dead to Sin

Dead to Sin

August 14, 2020

The Biblical doctrine of the covenant; the union of the believer with Christ; to continue in both sin and grace is impossible; the charge of antinomianism; crucified with Christ.

That Your Joy May Be Full

That Your Joy May Be Full

August 6, 2020

Our failure to grasp God's purpose for us; the importance of systematic reading of the Scripture; and prayer; Christ dwells in our heart by faith; a knowledge of Christ within; we must declare this experience.

The Spirit of Bondage

The Spirit of Bondage

January 24, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Looking at the Waves

Looking at the Waves

January 23, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Where is Your Faith?

Where is Your Faith?

January 22, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Labourers in the Vineyard

Labourers in the Vineyard

January 21, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Feelings

Feelings

January 20, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Fear of the Future

Fear of the Future

January 19, 2020

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones has been recognised as one of the greatest preachers in the English language. This series of sermons uncovers some of the causes of spiritual depression, and applies the gospel as a remedy to recover joy.

Vain Regrets

Vain Regrets

January 18, 2020

Our past often reminds us of years wasted. What could I have done with that time? How might my present be different if I had a better past. Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones believes that meditating upon our past failures is a waste of time. “If you can't do anything about a thing,” he argues, “stop thinking a

That One Sin

That One Sin

January 17, 2020

Sincere Christians face real problems in life. The idea that someone might become a Christian and never deal with doubt, discouragement, depression, and suffering of various kids is unbiblical. It’s possible for genuine Christians to be miserable. While Satan cannot rob Christians of their salvation

Mind, Heart, and Will

Mind, Heart, and Will

January 16, 2020

Are you experiencing the joy of your salvation? Why do Christians become spiritually depressed? Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones explains that we often do not realize the greatness of the Gospel. In this sermon, the Doctor shows that the Christian message is to involve the whole person; and the whole person i

General Consideration

General Consideration

January 15, 2020

Are you unhappy? Are heavy burdens weighing you down? Do you feel that you cannot escape feelings of despair? Christian, you are not alone! Listen as Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones shows us how God's Word addresses depression from Psalm 42:5,11. A depressed Christian is not a contradiction of terms, it is a