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Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   Faithful and Christian discuss those who profess Christianity but do not follow it in their hearts. In fact, Christian claims to know Talkative better than he knows himself. The way Faithful speaks to Talkative teaches us a great deal about how we ought to confront those who say the right things but have no desire to follow Christ in their hearts.   Next week we...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   Christian learns of Faithful’s experiences as they journey and talk together, and their fellowship is a great encouragement to one another. As they continue in the way, they  encounter a character named Talkative, who Faithful initially takes a liking to, but who Christian knows better. We will see more on his character next week.   Next week we will discuss pag...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   The Valley of the Shadow of Death was a terrifying section of Christian’s journey, where he cried out to God in prayer to protect him from the many dangers that surrounded him. After coming through the difficulties, he looked back and could see his course with clarity and understanding. Then he met Faithful who became a companion with him in his journey. As the...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   The Christian life is full of spiritual warfare, and today we see Christian being equipped with the armor of God, fighting with Apollyon, and entering the Valley of the Shadow of Death. Through the doubts, attacks, and discouragement, Christian clings to God’s Word and stays faithful to his Master. This is a great depiction of the everyday Christian life. May we...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   While at Palace Beautiful, Christian enjoys edifying conversation, a good meal, and a peaceful night’s rest—all of which prepare him for the arduous journey ahead. It is here that he is fitted with armor to protect him in the way. We see pictures of the church, the Lord’s Supper, sanctification, looking forward to heaven, heroes of the faith, and more. Next week...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   As Christian goes along the way, he encounters sojourners who try taking a shortcut that ends in destruction and some travelers who become discouraged at the dangers of the journey and decide to turn back. Even with a poor decision of his own, Christian continues to trek towards the Celestial City despite the challenges, and at last he comes to the Palace Beauti...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   What better section to discuss on the week of Thanksgiving than when Christian arrives at the cross. We have everything to be thankful for in our salvation, as we are reminded when Christian reaches the cross and is freed of his burden. We hope you will take time to thank God for the wondrous gift of salvation this week!   Next week we will discuss pages 54-64 t...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   Christian makes it to the narrow gate, where he is directed to the house of the Interpreter. While he is there, he hears multiple lessons on the gospel that are helpful for us to internalize. This section sparks some good conversation about the difference between grace and works. When we get all the components of the gospel aligned—faith, grace, repentance, chan...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   Not long after Christian goes through the Slough of Despond, he encounters Mr. Worldly Wiseman who counsels him to take a shortcut to getting his burden removed. His advice was to go up a steep mountain to the house of Mr. Legality, who lived in the city of Morality. This journey proved perilous to Christian who is finally encountered by Evangelist and instructe...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   In the opening pages of this allegory, we see Christian recognize his burden, flee from the wrath to come upon the city of Destruction, trudge through the slough of despond, and encounter people who both help and hinder him along the way. It is a good reminder of what genuine repentance looks like and the persuasion our faith should have in our lives. It will be...

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan   Pilgrim’s Progress is our second book on the show, and we’re excited to read it together. Today we discuss the introduction to this book as well as our own story of starting this podcast. Thanks for listening!   Next week we will discuss pages 13-24 up to “Christian Meets Mr. Worldly Wiseman” of Pilgrim’s Progress.

We can’t wait to dive into our second book on the show, Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. This one is going to be a blast to read and discuss together. If you haven't ordered it yet, this is your chance to get a copy before we jump in. Use the link below to order. Thanks for listening! LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   What an important note to end this epistle of 1 John on. We all have the tendency to put other things in the place of God—especially ourselves. It is important that we take a serious look at o...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   This is such a reassuring verse in 1 John that explains the understanding we can have through Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Knowledge of the truth and objective moral clarity only come through be...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   We talked about the world lying in wickedness last week, but today we are looking at what it means to be “of God.” This is the most important question to settle in your mind because it determi...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   As believers, we are distinct from the world because we have been made the children of God. Many Christians, however, try to live just like the world and not be distinct. This chapter discusse...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   The topic of praying for a brother who has fallen into sin (from last episode) brings up the subject of believers’ relationship to sin. It’s not that believers are incapable of sinning, or eve...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   Continuing the discussion on prayer, today we are looking at prayer for the brethren. It is important that we pray for other believers when we see each other struggling with faults and failure...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   NEXT BOOK: Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan (Moody Classics Edition)   LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802456545?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1   Today we discuss how to have greater confidence in prayer, and it is a convicting subject. The encouraging thing is we can have confidence that the Lord hears us and be sure we have the things we...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   Eternal life is the theme of all of Scripture, and what we discuss today is really one big application from the entire Bible. Christ gives abundant life and He wants us to be sure we know Him. In this chapter, Jones responds to two objections that are raised to having eternal assurance. We discuss the profound and practical aspects that allow us to confide...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   Assurance of salvation is not only something that is possible for every believer, it is what God intends for us. This is one of John’s great themes throughout this epistle, and he reiterates it here in 1 John 5:13, one of the most well-known verses on assurance. In this episode, we discuss the topic of assurance in general, break down this verse phrase-by-...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   Today we look at the reasons for believing Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah and the results of believing this. This follows right after the claim that was mentioned in 1 John 5:6-8 which we have discussed in the previous two episodes. As we look at the support behind this claim, we also get into what gives us confidence in our faith personally, and it all...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   “And there are three that bear witness in earth, the spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one.” Today we discuss what these three witnesses mean and what this represents for us today. God has certainly left sufficient witness that Jesus is the Christ.   Next week we will be discussing the reading from volume 5, chapter 8 of “Life...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   Today we respond to the arguments for textual criticism D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones raises in this chapter. Some things we consider include (1) the timeline of the text, (2) the technique of translation, (3) the tenants of textual criticism, (4) the testimony of the translators, and (5) the theology of Scripture itself. We have no personal dislike for anyone who...

Life in Christ by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones   How does faith actually overcome the world? In today’s episode, we look at D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ answer to this question from a message he preached at Westminster Chapel in London around 1950. We look at the positional and practical aspects of faith in Christ as well as what to do when we fail in our walk with God and what our faith should ultimately be r...