Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Welsh preacher and physician
Born
Died
1981
44 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Wales
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Worked as a physician before becoming a prominent preacher in the 20th century. Served as the minister of Westminster Chapel in London for over 30 years, where delivered influential sermons and wrote extensively on theology. Contributed to the revival of Reformed theology and played a key role in the establishment of the Evangelical movement within the British context.
Preached over 800 sermons at Westminster Chapel
Authored numerous theological works
Promoted the Holy Spirit and revival themes
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