Renewing Your Mind Minute with R.C. Sproul

It is only by God's grace that we will be saved from the judgment we deserve. But we must ensure we have a correct understanding of what grace is. Today, R.C. Sproul warns of a potential danger in relying on God's grace. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trusting-in-grace/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Why is the Holy Spirit called the "Paraclete?" Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the Spirit's ministry of bringing strength and encouragement to God's people in their every trial. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-paraclete/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Can God create a rock so big that He cannot move it? Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means for God to be omnipotent—and what it doesn't mean. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/what-god-cannot-do/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

God Almighty cannot possibly fail to bring all His promises to pass. Today, R.C. Sproul announces that the reliability of God's Word rests in His unlimited power and unchangeable character. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/has-the-arm-of-the-lord-come-up-short/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Almost everyone will admit they're not perfect. And almost no one seems to be bothered by the fact that they must answer to a perfectly holy God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that God will judge us according to His standard of righteousness, not our own. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/entitled-to-one-mistake/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Should Christians oppose the execution of murderers because it involves the killing of someone made in the image of God? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that the Bible justifies capital punishment in light of the sanctity of life, not in spite of it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/capital-punishment-and-the-sanctity-of-life/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Christians often sing "Amazing Grace" on Sunday mornings. But do we really believe the words of this hymn? Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be a wretch saved by the grace of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/amazed-by-grace/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

One of the greatest threats to the church today is the desire to be accepted in a world that is hostile to God and His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to take courage in the face of intimidation and to stand firm for the truth. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-courage-to-stand/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Jesus hasn't left His people with ambiguous priorities. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the consuming priority of the Christian life: seeking first the kingdom of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/our-first-priority/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The Lord has ordained the family—not the school system, not the state—to be the institution where children are to be trained in the knowledge of God. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the significant responsibilities of Christian parents. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/teaching-our-children-about-god/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Scripture often celebrates the Lord's victories in song. One of these triumphal anthems is yet to be sung. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the song of the redeemed in the book of Revelation, celebrating the victory of Jesus Christ at the climax of history. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-song-of-heaven/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

No matter how hard people may try, they cannot conceal the true meaning of Christmas: the birth of Jesus Christ, God in the flesh. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to rejoice in the One who was born to redeem us. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christmas-cannot-be-concealed/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Jesus was not reluctant to save His people. Today, R.C. Sproul stresses that Christ willingly agreed to enter the world and to suffer for our redemption. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/he-came-willing-to-die/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Even unbelievers can appreciate the pageantry of the Christmas season, but only the redeemed can truly relish in the joy of the Savior's birth. Today, R.C. Sproul tells the story of the first Christmas he experienced after his conversion. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/seeing-christmas-through-new-eyes/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

No rulers in this world have power in and of themselves. Their authority has been delegated to them by God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that every authority will be held accountable to the King of kings. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-source-of-all-authority/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Wherever we find beauty in this world, we see creation bearing witness to the beauty of God Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the spiritual significance of the beautiful. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-beauty-of-god-displayed/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Since the Bible teaches that God is in control of all things, why do Christians still suffer? Today, R.C. Sproul reassures us that even tragedies have a place in God's good purposes for His people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-god-sovereign-over-our-suffering/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

One miracle in the New Testament is subject to the fiercest criticism: the virgin birth of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the conception of Jesus is recorded in Scripture not as a biological anomaly but as an awesome display of the power of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-virgin-birth/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

God finds no enjoyment in the destruction of the wicked. But because He is good, the Lord will ensure that justice is done. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that even in His benevolence toward sinners, God will never negotiate His holiness. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/no-delight-in-the-death-of-the-wicked/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Once we taste the grace of Christ, our lives will never be the same. Today, R.C. Sproul tells the story of an outcast whose encounter with Jesus brought satisfaction to her soul's deepest desires. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/living-water-for-longing-souls/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

While Adam failed to obey God and brought humanity into ruin, Jesus perfectly kept His Father's commandments to bring salvation to His people. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that we are saved by works—the works of Christ on our behalf. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/saved-by-the-works-of-christ/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

It is not only mankind that suffers as a result of sin. Nature itself groans under the curse. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that though we suffer now, Christ will redeem His entire creation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/far-as-the-curse-is-found/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

After Adam and Eve succumbed to Satan's temptation, God had every right to destroy the human race. Instead, He promised a Redeemer who would crush the devil's head and deliver His people from judgment. Today, R.C. Sproul expounds on the first promise of the gospel: Genesis 3:15. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-serpent-crushing-savior/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Because we have peace with God through His Son, we can trust Him throughout our Christian pilgrimage. Today, R.C. Sproul conveys how sanctification is as much by faith as justification is. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/living-by-faith/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

By His own blood, Jesus has cleansed us of all our sin. How can we fail to be grateful? Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates how true gratitude to our Redeemer produces reverent worship and joyful service in our lives. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/giving-grateful-praise/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Like the rich young ruler, we try to drag God down to meet our cheapened understanding of holiness. Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates why we cannot rely on ourselves to become righteous in the eyes of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-high-standard-of-holiness/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

For His redemptive work, Christ has received "the name that is above every name" (Phil. 2:9). That name isn't "Jesus," as you might expect. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the name bestowed on Christ declares His identity as our Savior and our Sovereign. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-name-above-every-name/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

God's law calls us to be exactly what we were made to be: people who reflect the holy character of our Creator. Today, R.C. Sproul explores the relationship between the image of God and the law of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/be-holy-as-i-am-holy/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Jesus is called "the image of the invisible God" (Col. 1:15). What does this mean? Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on one of Scripture's clearest and most stunning declarations about the divinity of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-image-of-the-invisible-god/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Because of sin, we are at war with God, with other people, and with ourselves. Today, R.C. Sproul presents the sole source of peace for our estrangement: the cross of Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-gospel-of-reconciliation/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

At the day of judgment, no one will be able to excuse their unbelief in God by appealing to ignorance. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that atheism is not an intellectual matter but a moral one. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/all-are-without-excuse/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

There is a world of difference between merely believing in God and actually believing God. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that genuine faith involves actively trusting the promises God has revealed in His Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/wait-for-god/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The church is not overstepping its bounds when Christians speak out against the failure of the state to protect the lives of the unborn. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the God-ordained purpose for government is to defend and maintain human life—especially the most vulnerable among us. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/calling-the-state-to-be-the-state/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

If you aren't accountable for your life, your life ultimately does not count. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why creation can only find meaning in relation to its Creator. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/no-god-no-meaning/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Through our union with Jesus Christ through faith, we enjoy fellowship with all His people—those who are alive today as well as those who have already gone on to glory. Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the communion of saints. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-communion-of-saints/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The universe does not operate on the basis of its own power. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the continued existence of all creation depends every moment on God's sustaining hand. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/without-god-we-cease-to-be/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Can we be certain that God exists? Today, R.C. Sproul turns to an unexpected place to provide conclusive proof of the self-existent, eternal Creator. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/proof-of-gods-existence/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

God is indivisible. We cannot separate His attributes as if they were individual puzzle pieces coming together to form a whole. Today, R.C. Sproul states how the doctrine of divine simplicity keeps us from developing skewed ideas of who God is. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/god-is-his-attributes/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

We exist to bear witness to the glory of our Creator. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses how this calling reveals the direction and the ultimate goal of our lives as Christians. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/bearing-witness-to-gods-glory/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The way we understand the character of God determines the way we live in this world. Today, R.C. Sproul testifies to the foundational significance of knowing the Lord as He has revealed Himself in His Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/a-god-centered-perspective/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Satan is craftier than we expect and stronger than we know. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that while our enemy poses a great threat to us, he is no match for our omnipotent Redeemer. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-prince-of-darkness-grim/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Christians are people whose thinking and living are directed by the revealed truth of God. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies five essential elements of a Christian worldview. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-elements-of-a-christian-worldview/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts