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Courageous Christianity

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• Volume 2 in the Studies in the Book of Acts Series

The book of Acts not only provides insight into the growing apostolic church, but encourages and challenges believers of every era. From the account of the first persecution to the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira, Martyn Lloyd-Jones delves into the life-changing truths found in Acts 4:8-5:16. Blending his classic, personal approach with his astute analysis of man's condition, he presents a message that persuasively speaks to the convictions of every reader. Second in the four-volume Studies in the Book of Acts series.

How did a handful of ignorant and unlearned people become such a mighty force that they turned the great Roman Empire upside down?

It was the power of the gospel message that changed the hearts of the New Testament believers, giving them a new life, a new strength, and a new start. They were emboldened by a truth they knew they had to share, regardless of the persecution and trials that would come their way. And just as the world rejected Christianity then, it continues to do so today-except that people now believe they are being clever and modern in renouncing this 'antiquated notion.'

Martyn Lloyd-Jones demonstrates how the characteristics of the first persecution and unbelief account precisely for the rejection that so marks our present time. Through these powerful sermons on Acts 4 and 5, you will see the utter hopelessness and tragedy of a world desperately in trouble, yet refusing the one truth that can save it. And with the greater understanding that you'll gain, you'll be able to speak directly to people's need as you courageously share the message of Christianity.

About the Author
Martyn Lloyd-Jones (1899-1981) grew up in Welsh Calvinistic Methodism in the aftermath of the emotional Welsh revival. In his youth, Martyn chose to pursue a career as a medical doctor and was incredibly competent and admired in his abilities to diagnose and treat patients. With a lucrative career in front of him, Martyn began to read the Word of God for himself and became more and more convinced of the truth of Jesus Christ and the ability of the gospel to heal the wounds of his patients that could not be cured with medicine. Martyn began to seriously pursue the idea of becoming a gospel minister. In 1927, Martyn married Bethel Phillips and the two moved to Aberavon where Martyn became the pastor of a small parish. Martyn's clear message of God's justice and love was too much for some of the congregation and many left. Slowly, however, the church began to grow with new working-class people who accepted the message of Christ and found radical transformation.

In the late 1930s G. Campbell Morgan, Minister of Westminster Chapel, heard Martyn preach and desired Martyn to take his place in the pulpit upon his retirement. In 1939, Martyn and his family made a commitment to serve the Westminster Chapel and made their home in London. Martyn's expository preaching was designed to allow the Word of God meet the hearer undiluted and in the power of the Spirit. At the Westminster Chapel, Martyn saw many led to the Lord and a widely diverse congregation began to emerge. After thirty years of ministry at Westminster, Martyn retired from the pulpit and committed himself to training other pastors and to writing. In 1981, Martyn fell sick and, convinced that his earthly work was completed, told his family, 'Don't pray for healing, don't try to hold me back from the glory,' and on March 1, Martyn went to be with the Savior he had lived so faithfully for.

This book is available in the following money-saving bundles:
Studies in the Book of Acts: 6 Volumes	Studies in the Book of Acts: 6 Volumes