
Ultimately with R.C. Sproul
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Worshiping in the Heavenly Sanctuary
Be Still and Know
The Only Firm Foundation
Ministry for the Whole Church
Gathering with the Visible Church
The Son of Man
Excommunication
Do You Want to Be Righteous?
Beware of Vain Philosophy
The Feet That Bring Good News
True and False Churches
To the Praise of His Glorious Grace
The Fate of the Innocent Native
The Blessing and Curse of Christ's Return
God Is Present When His People Suffer
That Your Joy May Be Full
The Benefit of Christ's Ascension
Original Sin
Pastor, Where Is Your Final Authority?
Taking Our Promises Seriously
Where Is Boasting?
Is the Resurrection Essential?
Denying Our Depravity
Is It Arrogant to Say Jesus Is the Only Way?
Who Am I, to Receive Such Grace?
Agnosticism Is Not an Option
All Things for Good
Do You Trust God's Word?
Naturalism Is Nonsense
Be Anxious for Nothing
Your Testimony Is Not the Gospel
The Hope of the Resurrection
"He Is Risen!"
Why Have You Forsaken Me?
Kiss the Son
The Agony of the Cross
The End of Animal Sacrifice
Is Reformed Theology Fatalistic?
Does Reformed theology teach that the destiny of the world is arbitrarily controlled by fate? Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the essential differences between God's sovereignty and fatalism. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-reformed-theology-fatalistic/ 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 of Your Life
No one invites Jesus to be the Lord of their life. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that Christ has already been exalted as Lord of the universe by the Father's decree. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-lord-of-your-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
Christianity vs. Individualism
The Christian faith is not a religion of individualism. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to prioritize the community into which God has placed us: the church of Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christianity-vs-individualism/ 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
Treating People Differently
Jesus knew how to address the different needs of different people. He spoke tenderly to the weak and directly confronted the prideful. Today, R.C. Sproul gathers principles for godly leadership from the Good Shepherd. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/treating-people-differently/ 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 Pray Because God Is Sovereign
The reason we can pray with confidence is because the God to whom we're praying is in control of all things. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that rather than deterring us from prayer, God's sovereignty is our basis for praying. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/we-pray-because-god-is-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
Witnesses to Christ in a Hostile World
How strong is your resolve to bear witness to Jesus Christ in the face of mocking and derision? Today, R.C. Sproul addresses our responsibility to endure scorn and hostility for the sake of the kingdom. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/witnesses-to-christ-in-a-hostile-world/ 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 Only Way to God
Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). To deny this fact is nothing less than treason against the Son of God. Today, R.C. Sproul urges all Christians to stand for the exclusivity of Christ in salvation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-only-way-to-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
Trusting God's Word in a Troubled Land
When it seems that society is descending into chaos all around us, God's people find steady footing on His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the importance of holding fast to Scripture in times of upheaval. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trusting-gods-word-in-a-troubled-land/ 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
Seeking a Heavenly City
In every generation, the people of God have endured hardship in this world by remembering that their hope is not bound by this world. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages Christians to keep their focus on their heavenly home, where Christ is. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/seeking-a-heavenly-city/ 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 Not Pragmatists
Christians mustn't settle for short-term solutions when our whole lives bear eternal significance. Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the danger of pragmatism by contrasting the lives of Abraham and Lot. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christians-are-not-pragmatists/ 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
A Kingdom That Cannot Be Shaken
No matter what the future holds, Jesus Christ is still King, and He shall reign forever. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the privileges of living under the kingship of Christ between His glorious ascension and His triumphal return. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/a-kingdom-that-cannot-be-shaken/ 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 Does God Allow Disasters?
The Lord does not owe us freedom from suffering in this world. Today, R.C. Sproul considers how the reality of God's grace teaches us to see tragedy and disaster with the right perspective. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/why-does-god-allow-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
Blessed to Believe
It is not ultimately by intelligence or ingenuity that we recognize Jesus as the Son of God. Even our faith is a gift of grace. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the blessing that is required for someone to become a Christian believer. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/blessed-to-believe/ 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