Thus Saith the Lord (Remastered)

A Sermon on Jeremiah 17.5-8
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"Thus saith the Lord. That is a description of the Bible. And my position tonight is to put before you the Bible view of life, and to do so because I claim that it is the word of God, that it is a unique book, that I know nothing and have no authority whatsoever apart from this book. It is something the book claims for itself. It claims that it has been inspired by the Holy Spirit of God." - Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Sermon Description

Why is it that in the modern day, with all the technological achievements, humanity still faces the same problems it did three thousand years ago? It is apparent that humankind is sick with a disease, with every generation promising a utopian future. All are still in a cycle of death, injustice, and social ills. In order to treat this disease, one must have a proper diagnosis of what it is. In this sermon on Jeremiah 17:5-8 titled “Thus Saith the Lord,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd Jones reveals through Scripture that the sickness is much worse than one thought. It is one that affects every capacity of every man, woman, and child. As a good doctor would, Dr. Lloyd-Jones does not leave the listener without hope and nor does the Bible. The listener will hear of this disease, but also will also hear of the great news that there is a cure, and it will remedy humanity’s greatest need.

Sermon Breakdown

Life must be viewed as a whole rather than in segments. We must consider the overall direction and meaning.
There are two fundamental attitudes in life: trusting in God or trusting in men. These shape our experiences and end.
The difference between these attitudes is vital and essential. It is not vague or indefinite.
We must determine which direction our life is moving: toward blessing or cursing. This is happening now, though we often do not realize it.
There are two authorities in life: God or men. We must choose which one we will listen to.
The message of the Bible is "thus says the Lord." It is God's revelation of truth to mankind.
The Bible reveals God's view of himself, the world, mankind, history, and eternity. We must accept or reject this.
The Bible explains why the world is as it is: because of man's sin and rebellion against God.
God will punish sin. His wrath is upon it. But he has also provided salvation through Jesus Christ.
Christ came to deal with the problem of sin and provide reconciliation to God. He died to ransom us from sin.
There is still time to repent, believe the gospel, and find refuge in Christ. But the world is moving toward disaster.
We must acknowledge our sin, repent, and believe in Christ. Then we will have new life and see things rightly.