Renewing Your Mind Minute with R.C. Sproul

Human beings are free to do whatever they want—but not with impunity. Today, R.C. Sproul exposes where the limit of our free will lies. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-limit-of-free-will/ 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

Friendship with Christ comes at the cost of our former friendship with the world. Today, R.C. Sproul tells us that we should not be surprised or remain discouraged if even our closest loved ones abandon us because of our love for the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/a-costly-friendship/ 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

So much of what this world tolerates as “normal” is actually evil and unholy in the sight of God. Today, R.C. Sproul asserts the importance of tuning our perspective according to the holiness of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/normal-or-evil/ 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

Saving faith is not the result of a human decision but of a divine gift. Today, R.C. Sproul beckons us to admire the miraculous mercy exhibited in every Christian's conversion. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-gift-of-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

Martin Luther described a Christian as “simul justus et peccator,” one who is simultaneously just and a sinner. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the church, though filled with flawed people, consists of those who are clothed in Christ's righteousness and consecrated to a holy destiny. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/simul-justus-et-peccator/ 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

What more important knowledge can we discover than the answer to the question, “Why are we here?” Today, R.C. Sproul urges us not to settle for science that avoids the discipline of teleology, the study of purpose. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/dont-forget-to-ask-why/ 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 could not have come into existence "by chance" because chance does not have the power to do anything. Today, R.C. Sproul exposes the mythology that is assumed by many critics who reject God as the source of the world's existence. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/nothing-can-happen-by-chance/ 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

Mankind has been uniquely created to reflect the character of God. Today, R.C. Sproul presents the theological basis behind the Bible's ethical imperative to love our neighbor as ourselves. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-image-of-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

It is possible to obtain a great accumulation of knowledge without ever growing in wisdom. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the key distinction that the Bible makes between being knowledgeable and being wise before God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/knowledge-and-wisdom/ 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 reason we are to study God's holiness is not because we ourselves are holy—just the opposite is true. Today, R.C. Sproul announces that the holiness of God exposes our sin and directs us toward true righteousness.this Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/why-study-the-holiness-of-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 credibility of a truth claim rests on the credibility of the one who makes it. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that the Christian faith is grounded in the trustworthiness of God Himself. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/consider-the-source/ 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 revelation is not limited to the pages of Scripture. Today, R.C. Sproul presents the rationale for Christians to be involved in studying a wide variety of disciplines: All truth points back to the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/all-truth-is-gods-truth/ 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

Nothing is more fearful than the prospect of standing naked before the judgment seat of God. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that if we are to be saved, we must not hide behind the rags of our own works but be clothed in the righteousness of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/naked-come-to-him-for-dress/ 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 Christ holds all things together. Even the enemies of Christ rely on Him for the breath they use to curse His name. Today, R.C. Sproul discusses how the doctrine of providence speaks volumes about Jesus' power and His mercy. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/he-holds-all-things-together/ 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

Many Christians think they believe that God is sovereign, but upon closer inspection, they actually believe that man is in control. Today, R.C. Sproul clarifies what God's sovereignty really means. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/whos-truly-sovereign/ 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 whole world may stand against us, but Christ takes His stand as our advocate before the judgment seat of God. Today, R.C. Sproul considers how the martyrdom of Stephen presents a stunning picture of the gospel. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christ-stands-in-our-defense/ 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 third person of the Trinity called the Holy Spirit? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that one reason lies in the Spirit's redemptive work of making us holy in our sanctification. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/why-is-he-called-the-holy-spirit/ 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, what will matter most is not whether we know Jesus, but whether Jesus knows us. Today, R.C. Sproul expounds on the importance of being known intimately by Christ as His redeemed people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/does-jesus-know-you/ 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

When people try to explain the world without reference to its Creator, they rob themselves of the truth and of the wonder this truth should evoke in us. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that creation is filled with the glory of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/robbed-of-wonder/ 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 was never a moment when Jesus failed to do what we have never succeeded in doing: love God with all the heart, soul, mind, and strength. Today, R.C. Sproul marvels at the sinless Son whose perfect obedience gives us access to the Father. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-sinless-son/ 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

As the Word of God incarnate, Jesus is both the supreme Messenger and the supreme message of biblical prophecy. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to have Christ as our Prophet. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christ-the-supreme-prophet/ 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

Abraham was counted righteous in God's sight—not on the basis of any works Abraham performed, but because of his faith in the promise of God. Today, R.C. Sproul calls us to exercise the same trust in the Lord, for God is altogether trustworthy. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/abraham-believed-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

Why do some of us struggle so much with the Bible's teaching about hell? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that it's not because we have a higher view of justice than God does. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-problem-of-hell/ 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 shouldn't expect significant growth in Christian maturity if we're only growing alone. Today, R.C. Sproul stresses the importance of being actively involved in a local Christian church. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/are-you-a-member-of-a-local-church/ 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

Have you ever been called a religious fanatic because of your faith in Christ? Today, R.C. Sproul suggests that we should be more concerned if our faith offends no one than if we are mocked for Jesus's sake. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/fanatics-and-fair-weather-christians/ 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

Does the devil have the power to perform miracles? Today, R.C. Sproul helps us distinguish between the wondrous works of God and the lying signs of Satan. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/counterfeit-miracles/ 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

What—or who—is the foundation of the church? The Bible's answer might surprise you. Today, R.C. Sproul shows how this question shapes our understanding of redemptive history. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-foundation-of-the-church/ 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

When Jesus was transfigured before the disciples, His divine glory was unveiled before their eyes. Today, R.C. Sproul describes this moment as a glimpse into the glorious vision of God that awaits all of His redeemed people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-transfiguration-of-jesus-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

Many preachers today are saying that God has unconditional love for sinners. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that while this message may be proclaimed with good intentions, it can have perilous effects on the unbelievers who hear it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-the-love-of-god-unconditional/ 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

When we ignore an attribute of God that makes us uneasy or we neglect a passage of Scripture that challenges our thoughts about God, we're committing idolatry. Today, R.C. Sproul puts us on guard against unbiblical distortions. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-idol-factory-of-the-heart/ 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 Bible presents a uniform pattern of how people respond to the holy presence of God: fear and trembling. Today, R.C. Sproul characterizes this solemn reaction to the transcendent majesty of our Creator. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trembling-before-the-holy-one/ 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 Robin Hood in Sherwood Forest, Christians are exiled servants of the King, eagerly awaiting His promised return. Today, R.C. Sproul presents this perspective as the remedy for pessimism in the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/robin-hood-and-the-christian-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

All of life and all of nature is under the authority of God. But what about the evil and suffering in the world? Today, R.C. Sproul discusses the relationship between the sovereignty of God and the reality of suffering. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/does-god-bring-disasters/ 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 sinful people to be justified in the sight of a holy God, they must be clothed in the perfect righteousness of someone else. Today, R.C. Sproul declares that the righteousness of Jesus Christ is imputed to all who come to Him in faith. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/an-alien-righteousness/ 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

Allowing error to go uncorrected isn't an act of kindness, but of hatred. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that contending for the truth is an expression of our love for God and for our neighbor. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/speaking-the-truth-in-love/ 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 story of Joseph and his coat is a story of God's good providence. Today, R.C. Sproul shows how the life of Joseph reminds us that the Lord is at work in every detail of our lives to accomplish His redemptive purposes. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/sovereign-over-every-detail/ 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 Holy Spirit is not a slanderer. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that gossip and slander cannot coexist with the spiritual fruit of love. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/love-bites-the-tongue/ 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 eye of God is always on His children. Rather than threatening terror, this truth brings tremendous encouragement to Christians. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the God who knows us intimately is the God who cares for His people tenderly. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/gods-eye-is-on-his-people/ 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 are times in our lives when it feels like we're hanging onto Jesus by our fingernails while everything else is against us. Today, R.C. Sproul asserts that even in our direst situations, we can trust the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trust-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

We mustn't deceive ourselves. Our allegiance to our risen and exalted King will incite the jealousy of a power-hungry world. Today, R.C. Sproul prepares us to confess our faith with the persecuted church in every age: Jesus is Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/jesus-is-lord/ 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

All of us experience many turning points in our lives, but none is more important than our conversion to Jesus Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul asks a question of eternal importance: Where are you going? Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/where-are-you-going/ 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 we always interpret the Bible literally--even the poetic passages with their rich symbolism? Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it really means to take God at His Word and to interpret Scripture literally. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/how-to-interpret-the-bible-literally/ 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