Synopsis
Since 1994, Renewing Your Mind with Dr. R.C. Sproul has provided accessible, in-depth Bible teaching to millions around the world. In these brief segments derived from his most popular teaching, R.C. Sproul provides short insights on Reformed theology and the life-changing truths of historic Christianity.
Episodes
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The Goal of Creation
14/05/2025 Duration: 04minWhy has God made man? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of our highest purpose, duty, and privilege as God’s image bearers. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-goal-of-creation/ 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
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The Surpassing Delight of the Glory to Come
12/05/2025 Duration: 02minIf we are reconciled to God through Jesus Christ, the highest joys and deepest pleasures of this life cannot begin to compare with the glory that awaits us. Today, R.C. Sproul challenges our common assumptions about what lies beyond the grave. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-surpassing-delight-of-the-glory-to-come/ 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
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Doesn’t Everybody Do Good?
09/05/2025 Duration: 03minGood deeds aren't simply behaviors that have good effects. Unless our actions are driven by a genuine desire to please God, they are not ultimately good in His sight. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it takes for anyone to do good deeds. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/doesnt-everybody-do-good/ 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
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The Myth of Moral Relativism
07/05/2025 Duration: 01minSome people claim they don't believe in objective rules of right and wrong--until you steal their wallet. Today, R.C. Sproul reveals the real reason why people try, and fail, to be moral relativists. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-myth-of-moral-relativism/ 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
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How Much Time Do You Spend Studying the Bible?
05/05/2025 Duration: 02minTrue devotional Bible reading means more than merely reading the Scriptures. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the distinction between reading and studying God’s Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/how-much-time-do-you-spend-studying-the-bible/ 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
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The Measure of Perfection
02/05/2025 Duration: 01minIs man basically good? Compared to whom? Today, R.C. Sproul asks us to consider the standard of perfection—that is, the divine perfection of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-measure-of-perfection/ 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
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The War against the Flesh
30/04/2025 Duration: 04minWhen Scripture speaks of our struggle against the flesh, it is not merely talking about our fleshly bodies. Today, R.C. Sproul grapples with the spiritual war between the flesh of man and the Spirit of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-war-against-the-flesh/ 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
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Be Who You Now Are
28/04/2025 Duration: 02minAs Christians, we ought to live in a way that reflects the name of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul digs in to the Apostle Paul’s exhortation that we "walk in a manner worthy of [our] calling” (Eph. 4:1). Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/be-who-you-now-are/ 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
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Our Word Is Valuable
25/04/2025 Duration: 01minGod always keeps His word—and so should we. Today, R.C. Sproul exhorts us to be people of the Word and people of our word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/our-word-is-valuable/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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Do We Have Free Will?
23/04/2025 Duration: 04minWe make choices every minute of the day, and we choose freely. But the choices we make do not contradict the sovereignty of God. Today, R.C. Sproul articulates the biblical concept of free will. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/do-we-have-free-will/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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The Real Problem of Evil
21/04/2025 Duration: 02min“If God is good, why is there evil?” Some critics ask this question to try and discredit the Christian faith. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that there is an even more essential question that the skeptic must first answer. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-real-problem-of-evil/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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The Key to a Transformed Life
18/04/2025 Duration: 04minThe city of man asks that we value the things of this world. Once we are in Christ, we are called to a far greater purpose. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that we are members of the city of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-key-to-a-transformed-life/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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The Model of Patience
16/04/2025 Duration: 02minWhen He was tried by those who opposed Him, Jesus could have called upon legions of angels at any moment. But He didn’t. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the true patience of our Savior. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-model-of-patience/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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Is Capital Punishment Biblical?
14/04/2025 Duration: 04minBecause human beings are made in the image of God, our lives are sacred. How should this direct the way Christians think about capital punishment? Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to a passage in Scripture that answers this question directly. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-capital-punishment-biblical/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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Why Am I a Christian?
11/04/2025 Duration: 02minWhy do some people believe in Christ while others reject the gospel? Today, R.C. Sproul conveys the one reason presented in Scripture why anyone receives the salvation of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/why-am-i-a-christian/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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The Way to Be Wise
09/04/2025 Duration: 05minTo violate God’s commandments is not only immoral—it’s foolish. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that true wisdom, happiness, and well-being come from listening regularly to the counsel of our Creator. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-way-to-be-wise/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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What's So Important about Theology?
07/04/2025 Duration: 01minThe reason we should seek to understand the doctrine of God is so we can better know God Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why theology is so important in our relationship with the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/whats-so-important-about-theology/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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Don’t Waste Your Conscience
04/04/2025 Duration: 04minOur conscience is a tremendous gift from God—one we must be careful not to ruin. Today, R.C. Sproul shows the importance of shaping our consciences according to the truth of God, not the ways of the world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/dont-waste-your-conscience/ 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
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No Small Sin
02/04/2025 Duration: 01minNo sin is small or inconsequential in the eyes of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the cosmic significance of our disobedience to the Holy One, helping us think soberly about what even our slightest sin deserves. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/no-small-sin/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
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Take Up Your Cross
31/03/2025 Duration: 03minWhat does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Today, R.C. Sproul does not shrink back from describing what we must be willing to endure if we are to follow Christ faithfully in this world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/take-up-your-cross/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts