Renewing Your Mind Minute with R.C. Sproul

Describing God in Human Terms

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Although God is infinitely greater than the words we use to describe Him, we can still say true and meaningful things about the Lord. Today, R.C. Sproul explains the significance of anthropomorphic language in Scripture and theology.

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Do You Fear God?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Should Christians fear God, or was the fear of the Lord restricted to the Old Testament? Today, R.C. Sproul prompts us to approach the Holy One with reverence and awe.

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Living under the Authority of God

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

In a society that flinches at the very idea of submitting to authority, Christians gladly bend the knee to their sovereign Lord. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that we’re called to live under the authority of God.

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Called to Suffer?

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

God has a purpose for our pain, and a time is coming when He will call each of us to die. Today, R.C. Sproul describes the perspective we gain when we understand that suffering is part of our calling as Christians.

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Incomprehensible, Not Irrational

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

God transcends our highest thoughts of Him, but that doesn’t mean He contradicts logic. Today, R.C. Sproul carefully distinguishes between God’s incomprehensibility and the irrational.

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Equality vs. Equity

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

What does it look like to pursue justice in society? Today, R.C. Sproul turns to the book of Amos to illustrate the difference between the world’s ideas and the Bible’s teaching on matters of righteousness, equality, and justice.

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The Law or the Gospel?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Christians must not confuse the law and the gospel, but we also must not neglect one in favor of the other. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that a biblical understanding of God’s grace and His justice are vitally important for a healthy Christian life.

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A Heart Opened to the Gospel

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Christians are called to proclaim the gospel far and wide, but God alone can make hearts receptive to the truth of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul tells the story of a woman whose heart was opened to the good news of salvation.

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Is God’s Sovereignty Limited by Human Freedom?

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Is the sovereignty of God limited by our free will? Today, R.C. Sproul shows that this notion is not only wrong but it also poses great danger to our spiritual well-being.

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Can We Open the Window?

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Do we have the power in ourselves to let the light of God’s grace into the darkness of our sinful hearts? Today, R.C. Sproul exposes the fatal flaw in the idea that our salvation rests on our own ability to cooperate with grace.

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The Last Step of Church Discipline

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Especially at a time when it’s easy to hop from one congregation to another, we must take church discipline seriously. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why church discipline and excommunication are no small matter.

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The God of the Old Testament and the Father of Jesus

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Christians must be careful not to neglect the first 39 books of their Bibles. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the God revealed in the Old Testament is the same God revealed in the New.

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The Kingdom of God Is Not a Democracy

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The sovereign Lord of heaven and earth does not rule by referendum. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the absolute authority of God over creation and over His redemptive kingdom in Christ.

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When We Meet Again in Heaven

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Will we recognize lost loved ones when we’re reunited in heaven? Today, R.C. Sproul brings words of comfort to Christians in grief.

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He Will Wipe Away Every Tear

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Though a mother may dry her children’s tears, they will flow again. But when God Himself wipes away the tears of His people, their sorrow will be gone forever. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of our future consolation when all things are made new.

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Justification Is More Than a Truce

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Peace in this world is so tenuous, for hostility may break out again at any moment. The peace we have with God, however, can never be interrupted. Today, R.C. Sproul assures Christians that their justification is secure through Jesus Christ.

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Destined for Holiness

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Do you know the reason why God created you? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies God’s revealed purpose and destiny for His people.

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The Insult of Idolatry

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What could be a greater insult to the holy God than for His image bearers to exchange His glory for the worship of created things? Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the grave wickedness of idolatry.

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The Sustaining Power of God

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Not only do we depend upon our Creator for the origin of our existence, but every moment of our continued existence relies upon the sustaining power of God. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the Lord’s work of sustaining His creation.

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He Came That We May Have Life

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What did Jesus teach was the reason for His coming into the world? Today, R.C. Sproul considers the gift of life that Christ gives to those who are dead in sin.

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Christian, Jesus Is Praying for You

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Our closest friends may forget to pray for us, but Jesus never will. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to take consolation in knowing that our Redeemer “always lives to make intercession” for His people (Heb. 7:25).

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God’s Law as a Mirror

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000

If we want to see an accurate reflection of our moral character, we must look into the mirror of God’s law. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the darkness of our sin is exposed when set against the Lord’s perfect righteousness.

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Mountaintop Moments and the Valley of Sacrifice

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The mountaintop experiences we enjoy in this life are not given by God to distract us from our Christian duty—they prepare us for sacrificial ministry in the name of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul sets suffering and glory in the right perspective for Christians in a fallen world.

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Can Governments Legislate Morality?

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

“You can’t legislate morality.” Have you ever heard someone use that expression when talking about the role of the government? Today, R.C. Sproul responds to this statement, reminding us of the ethical role that God has established for civil rulers.

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Is Contradiction the Hallmark of Truth?

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

As the father of lies, Satan would have us believe information that contradicts the Word of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that God’s truth is never contradictory.

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Eyewitnesses of the Resurrected Lord

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Our faith in the resurrection of Jesus isn’t based on hopeful inferences drawn from a missing body. Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to the testimony of the many witnesses who saw, spoke with, and touched the risen Lord.

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“All I Need to Know Is Jesus”

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

“I don’t need to know theology. All I need to know is Jesus.” Has anyone said this to you before? Today, R.C. Sproul reveals the serious flaw built into this sentiment and explains the solution.

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Are People Basically Good?

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Are people basically good? Many seem to think so, but God’s Word says otherwise. Today, R.C. Sproul warns us not to grade our own righteousness on a curve, for the true standard of goodness is the perfect character of God.

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Satisfied in Christ

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

If we're looking for complete satisfaction in anyone or anything other than Christ, we've guaranteed our own disappointment. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to seek our supreme happiness not in our circumstances but in our Savior.

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Is Christianity a Crutch?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Some people claim that Christianity is a crutch. In one sense, they’re right. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that it would be foolish for sinful people like us not to lean on Christ and live in complete reliance upon His mercy.

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Don’t Rely on Fluctuating Feelings

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

While our feelings may deceive us, God’s promises never will. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the truthfulness of God’s Word rests not upon our ever-changing feelings but on His unchanging character.

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The Guarantee of Our Redemption

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The Holy Spirit seals every true believer in Christ with the unfailing promise of complete redemption. Today, R.C. Sproul examines the source and certainty of our perseverance in faith.

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Our Faith Is God’s Mercy

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The whole of our salvation—even our faith in Christ—is given to us as an extravagant gift of God’s mercy. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that this truth should deepen our gratitude toward our gracious Redeemer.

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Christ’s Work of Intercession

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

How can we be confident that our faith will endure to the end? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that our perseverance as Christians rests not in our own strength but in the ongoing intercession of Christ on our behalf.

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Sin Is Unbelief

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 04:01:00 +0000

One reason we find sin appealing is because we fail to believe what God says in His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul outlines the close relationship between sin and unbelief.

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God Regulates Marriage

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Not only has God instituted marriage, but He also governs marriage by His commandments. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to heed the Lord’s regulations for marriage—not merely out of obligation but for our good.

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Are We Depraved?

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

What’s your gut reaction to the total depravity of man? Do you shrink from this doctrine because it sounds too pessimistic? Today, R.C. Sproul explains why so many people have this response.

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Faith in What?

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

We're justified by faith alone, but it isn't a generic faith in anything whatsoever. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses our need to convey the truth of the gospel accurately before we can call someone to saving faith in Christ.

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The Father’s Gifts to the Son

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Why has God saved us from our sins? The answer is found not in our worthiness but in Christ's. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Father honors the redemptive work of His Son by giving Him a people from every tongue, tribe, and nation.

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Loved by the Father in the Son

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The redemptive love of God for His people flows out from the Father's eternal love for the Son. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means for the elect to be loved by God in Christ.

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The Source of Human Dignity

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Even many atheists are concerned about the dignity of human beings, but we cannot look at ourselves to find the basis for our dignity. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that human dignity is derived from God Himself.

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Applying the Wisdom of God's Word

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

God has given us His law in the Ten Commandments and His wisdom in the book of Proverbs, but the two weren't intended to be read in exactly the same way. Today, R.C. Sproul helps us interpret the wisdom books of the Bible.

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Grace: More than a Life Preserver

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

In the grace of salvation, God doesn't merely cast a life preserver for sinking souls to grasp. Instead, He takes those who have already drowned in the depths of the sea and breathes new life into them. Today, R.C. Sproul portrays the sovereign power of God's saving grace in Christ.

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Do Unbelievers Seek God?

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

People all around us are seeking peace, meaning, and eternal life--but that doesn't mean they're seeking the Lord. Today, R.C. Sproul distinguishes between those who seek God and those who seek the benefits God provides.

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The Standard of Goodness

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

How can we know what is truly good? What standard do we go by? Today, R.C. Sproul describes God's law as a mirror that reflects the Lord's righteous character and exposes our sin.

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Redeemed by the Triune God

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Our redemption is the work of our triune God: planned by the Father, accomplished by the Son, and applied to us by the Holy Spirit. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the work of the Trinity in salvation.

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The Purpose of Miracles

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What is the purpose of the miracles recorded in the Bible? It isn't to prove the existence of God. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that God appointed miracles to validate the messengers of His revelation.

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The Necessity of the New Birth

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 04:01:00 +0000

There is an absolute requirement for entering God's kingdom: We must be born again. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the change wrought by the Holy Spirit to give us new life and to grant us faith in Jesus Christ.

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Communing with God in Prayer

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Prayer involves more than presenting our requests to God. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to enjoy communion with the Lord through prayers of adoration.

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Wait for God’s Vindication

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Are you angry at all the evil that ravages this world? Where is God when sin seems to rule the day? Today, R.C. Sproul calls Christians to wait on the Lord, resting in the certainty that He will set all things right.

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Perspectives on the Death of Jesus

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Some of Jesus' contemporaries thought of His death as the execution of a criminal. Others saw it as an act of political expediency. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Bible gives us God's own interpretation of the cross of Christ.

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The Temptations of Adam and Christ

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Satan approached Jesus with the same temptation he had posed to Adam, questioning the reliability of God's Word. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that it was at the point where the first Adam failed that the last Adam triumphed.

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Out of Nothing, Nothing Comes

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

If there had ever been a time when nothing existed, nothing could possibly exist now. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why we must appeal to the eternal God, not chance, to account for the universe in which we live.

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The Authority of the Apostles

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Are Paul's letters less authoritative than the words of Jesus in the Gospels? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the writings of the Apostles bear an authority that has been delegated by Christ Himself.

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A Leap of Faith?

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The Bible never tells us to take a leap of faith into the darkness, blindly hoping that Jesus is there to catch us on the other side. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that the Christian faith is eminently reasonable and supported by compelling evidence.

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God’s Promise to Our Pain

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

People respond in different ways to pain, but God's people find their solace in Him. Today, R.C. Sproul recalls the promise that God gives to His children in times of suffering and sorrow.

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Does God Repent?

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Does our repentance bring about a change in God? Today, R.C. Sproul examines passages in Scripture that appear to describe God as relenting from the judgment He threatens against sinners.

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The Indestructible Church

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

As the church faces opposition and endures trials, Christians must not lose heart, for we know the gates of hell cannot prevail. Today, R.C. Sproul calls us to take courage in our triumphant Redeemer who is building His church throughout the world.

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The Fearful Presence of the Holy One

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Nothing incites greater fear in the mind of a sinful person than the presence of the One who is holy. Today, R.C. Sproul examines a surprising encounter between Peter and Jesus on the Sea of Galilee.

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Jesus, Our Greatest Need

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Some people try to excuse their unbelief by claiming that they have no need for Jesus. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that there is no greater need in this life or the next than our need for redemption in Christ.

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God’s Unbroken Promise & Unfailing Word

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

How can we be sure that God will keep His promise to redeem His people? Today, R.C. Sproul turns to a verse in the Bible that displays the absolute reliability of God's Word.

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Worshiping in the Heavenly Sanctuary

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:01:00 +0000

When Christians come together to worship the Lord, they aren't the only ones gathering. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the spiritual communion we share with all of God's people in all ages, assembling as one body in the heavenly sanctuary.

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Be Still and Know

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Christians often find peace and comfort in the words of Psalm 46:10: "Be still, and know that I am God." However, this verse doesn't mean what many people assume. Today, R.C. Sproul explains this passage and its teaching about the power of God.

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The Only Firm Foundation

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The stakes are too high for us to build our lives on anything but the solid foundation of God's Word. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that if we want to ground our thinking and our habits in the truth, we must be diligent students of the Bible.

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Ministry for the Whole Church

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The ministry of the gospel isn't merely for paid professionals. The whole church is sent out to bear witness to Jesus Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul calls on every Christian to be an active participant in the work of the Lord.

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Gathering with the Visible Church

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

When God saves us individually, He immediately places us in a community. In this episode, R.C. Sproul considers the importance of gathering together as the visible church.

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The Son of Man

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Why did Jesus regularly call Himself the "Son of Man"? It wasn't a humble expression of His humanity. In this episode, R.C. Sproul explores what this exalted title reveals about the identity of Christ.

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Excommunication

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

There are times when excommunication is necessary for maintaining the purity of the church. In this episode, R.C. Sproul speaks on the essential importance of church discipline and the need for caution in carrying it out.

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Do You Want to Be Righteous?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Many Christians desire to be more prayerful and more spiritually minded. But how many of us actively seek to become more righteous? In this episode, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the top priority that Jesus identified for the Christian life.

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Beware of Vain Philosophy

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Since the Holy Spirit is the One who converts hearts, should we even bother presenting to people a reasoned defense of the Christian faith? In this episode, R.C. Sproul expresses the value of apologetics in our interaction with unbelievers.

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The Feet That Bring Good News

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

As messengers of the gospel, we don't have power in ourselves to convert our hearers. But we delight in the privilege of delivering the good news that God uses to give new life in Christ. In this episode, R.C. Sproul describes the true beauty of evangelism.

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True and False Churches

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Just because people call themselves Christians doesn't make it true. It's not enough to meet in a church building or sign the roster. In this episode, R.C. Sproul explains that a true church will obey the Lord.

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To the Praise of His Glorious Grace

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Some people think predestination leaves a blemish on God's character. But Scripture reveals this doctrine so we will give all glory to God for His saving grace (Eph. 1:6). In this episode, R.C. Sproul explains how the doctrine of election drives us to praise.

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The Fate of the Innocent Native

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 04:01:00 +0000

We've heard it asked many times: What happens to the innocent native who dies without ever hearing the good news of salvation in Jesus Christ? In this episode, R.C. Sproul points out a problem with this question that gets to the very heart of the gospel.

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The Blessing and Curse of Christ’s Return

Fri, 31 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The day of Jesus' return will be a day of unparalleled joy for His people and a day of unspeakable horror for His enemies. In this episode, R.C. Sproul poses a searching question: Which will it be for you?

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God Is Present When His People Suffer

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

God never promised His people a life free from suffering and sorrow in this world. But He has promised to be with us when we hurt. In this episode, R.C. Sproul invites us to take courage in the presence of the Lord.

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That Your Joy May Be Full

Mon, 27 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

How can Christians possess the full measure of joy that Jesus promises? In this episode, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that consistent joy and peace come from a consistent walk with Christ.

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The Benefit of Christ’s Ascension

Fri, 24 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

When Jesus ascended into heaven and left His disciples behind, why did they respond "with great joy" (Luke 24:52)? In this episode, R.C. Sproul teaches that Christ's ascension to His glorious throne is of great benefit to His church.

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Original Sin

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

When Adam disobeyed God as our representative, all humanity became infected by sin. In this episode, R.C. Sproul explains the devastating consequences of Adam's fall and our need for a new representative: Jesus Christ.

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Pastor, Where Is Your Final Authority?

Mon, 20 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

A pastor who does not submit to the Bible as his final authority is a menace to the kingdom of God. In this episode, R.C. Sproul insists that the supremacy of Scripture is nonnegotiable in ministry and in the Christian life.

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Taking Our Promises Seriously

Fri, 17 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The world may entice us to play loosely with our promises, but God demands that we be people of our word. In this episode, R.C. Sproul underscores the gravity of our oaths and vows in the sight of the Lord.

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Where Is Boasting?

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The biblical doctrine of predestination makes it clear that our salvation rests entirely on the grace of God. In this episode, R.C. Sproul reminds us that as Christians, we have nothing to boast about in and of ourselves.

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Is the Resurrection Essential?

Mon, 13 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What meaning can Christianity still have if we discard the historical resurrection of Jesus? None whatsoever. In this episode, R.C. Sproul declares that Christ's empty tomb is essential to our faith, our ethics, and our hope.

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Denying Our Depravity

Fri, 10 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

If we deny the depths of our depravity in order to obtain a better self-image, we will have lost far more than we've gained. In this episode, R.C. Sproul teaches that recognizing our sinful corruption is foundational to understanding the gospel.

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Is It Arrogant to Say Jesus Is the Only Way?

Wed, 08 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Is it arrogant to believe that Jesus is the only way to God? Not when God has said so Himself. In this episode, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that we are duty bound to defend the exclusivity of Christ.

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Who Am I, to Receive Such Grace?

Mon, 06 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

If God treated us as we deserve, we would have nothing. Every blessing we enjoy is a gift of His extravagant mercy. In this episode, R.C. Sproul reminds us just how amazing the grace of God truly is.

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Agnosticism Is Not an Option

Fri, 03 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Agnostics claim there is a lack of evidence for the existence of God even as all creation continually proclaims His glory. In this episode, R.C. Sproul warns that ignorance will excuse no one's unbelief on the day of judgment.

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All Things for Good

Wed, 01 May 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Christians can know with complete certainty that even their deepest sorrows in this life have been appointed for their good. In this episode, R.C. Sproul speaks words of profound consolation from one of the Bible's most cherished verses.

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Do You Trust God’s Word?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

For centuries, the church has withstood concentrated criticism and skepticism leveled against the reliability of the Bible. In this episode, R.C. Sproul cautions us never to negotiate our trust in God's inerrant Word.

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Naturalism Is Nonsense

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Not only is it destructive to tell people they're nothing more than cosmic accidents--it's complete nonsense. In this episode, R.C. Sproul exposes the insanity behind the naturalistic idea that the universe was randomly produced by space, time, and chance.

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Be Anxious for Nothing

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Worry and anxiety rob us of joy. How can we find relief from our fears? In this episode, R.C. Sproul encourages us to seek renewed joy in prayerful fellowship with our heavenly Father.

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Your Testimony Is Not the Gospel

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

A Christian's testimony may be good news of a changed life, but in and of itself, it's not the gospel. In this episode, R.C. Sproul reiterates that the power of God unto salvation lies in the message of Jesus Christ's life, death, and resurrection on behalf of sinners.

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The Hope of the Resurrection

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

The resurrection of Jesus isn't some fanciful story--it is the historical reality on which all our hope rests. In this episode, R.C. Sproul reminds us that since Christ has conquered the grave, even our suffering is not in vain.

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"He Is Risen!"

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What must it have been like to hear the news of Jesus' resurrection on that first Lord's Day? In this episode, R.C. Sproul imagines the morning when Christ was raised.

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Why Have You Forsaken Me?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

What is the meaning behind Christ's words from the cross, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me" (Matt. 27:46)? In this episode, R.C. Sproul soberly examines Jesus' cry of dereliction.

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Kiss the Son

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Psalm 2 ends with an urgent exhortation to "Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and you perish in the way." In this episode, R.C. Sproul pleads with every listener to surrender to Christ in faith before it is too late to receive the Lord's mercy.

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The Agony of the Cross

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Greater than the nails that pierced His hands and feet, Jesus suffered the curse of God's wrath on the cross. In this episode, R.C. Sproul addresses the depths of agony that Christ endured to save His people from their sins.

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The End of Animal Sacrifice

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Why do God's people no longer worship Him with animal sacrifices? In this episode, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Old Testament sacrifices pointed to Jesus and were fulfilled in His perfect self-sacrifice for the sins of His people.

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Is Reformed Theology Fatalistic?

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

Does Reformed theology teach that the destiny of the world is arbitrarily controlled by fate? In this episode, R.C. Sproul addresses the essential differences between God's sovereignty and fatalism.

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The Lord of Your Life

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:01:00 +0000

No one invites Jesus to be the Lord of their life. In this episode, R.C. Sproul reminds us that Christ has already been exalted as Lord of the universe by the Father's decree.

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