Renewing Your Mind with R.C. Sproul

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Since 1994, Renewing Your Mind with Dr. R.C. Sproul has provided accessible, in-depth Bible teaching to millions around the world. As the principal outreach of Ligonier Ministries, this radio broadcast has instructed listeners in the life-changing truths of historic Christianity and has kept the church community informed about pertinent issues facing believers today.

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Temptation

05.25.2020

Jesus was tempted just as we are. But where all others fall short, He withstood the worst of Satan's assaults. Today, R.C. Sproul discusses Christ's defeat of the devil in the place of testing. Get the 'What Did Jesus Do?' ...

Renewing Your Mind with R.C. Sproul episodes:

05.24.2020 The Baptism & Temptation of Jesus Why did Jesus need to be baptized and tempted in the wilderness? Today, R.C. Sproul continues his exposition of Mark to examine the crucial significance of these events for our redemption. Get R.C. Sproul's Expositional Commentary on the Gospel of ...
05.23.2020 Grace to Thessalonica If we believe in the doctrine of election, why should we bother witnessing to anyone? Today, Steven Lawson shows from the books of 1 and 2 Thessalonians that God's sovereign grace is actually the basis and motivation for declaring the ...
05.22.2020 My Redeemer Lives How do you respond when you have been wronged and the Lord seems silent? Today, Derek Thomas takes us to one of the most familiar verses in the book of Job. Get 'The Book of Job' DVD Series with Derek ...
05.21.2020 Contending with God When suffering arises, it sometimes brings with it the nagging suspicion that God cannot be trusted. Today, Derek Thomas considers Job's wrestling with questions of God's goodness in the midst of pain. Get 'The Book of Job' DVD Series with ...
05.20.2020 Miserable Comforters What do we say to our loved ones and friends when they experience unspeakable suffering? Today, Derek Thomas recommends that our response should be more balanced than the words which Eliphaz delivered to Job. Get 'The Book of Job' DVD ...
05.19.2020 The Dark Night of the Soul Some chapters of the Bible are so bleak that they are almost exhausting to read. Yet, the Holy Spirit gave us these verses for a reason. Today, Derek Thomas comes to Job 3 to express what we can learn from ...
05.18.2020 Pain & Suffering In life's darkest hours, our broken hearts may be tempted to curse God and die. But we must remember that the Lord is working for our good even when He permits Satan to do his worst. Today, Derek Thomas helps ...
05.17.2020 John the Baptist As persecution raged in Rome, Mark wrote his gospel to remind suffering Christians of the Messiah who had come into the world to redeem them from destruction. Today, R.C. Sproul begins his exposition of Mark by helping us to see ...
05.16.2020 Practical Truth for the Christian Life The doctrines of grace are not cold, clinical truths. Today, Steven Lawson shows from the books of Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians that the Bible's theology of God's sovereign grace shapes Christians into people of humility and love. Get the ‘Foundations ...
05.15.2020 Persevering to the End For all that we give up to follow Jesus, we gain incomparably greater treasures in Christ Himself. Today, Sinclair Ferguson exhorts Christians to persevere in faith amid opposition, persecution, and discouragement. Get 'The Basics of the Christian Life' DVD with ...
05.14.2020 Walking as a Christian Witness Our testimony to Jesus Christ must be expressed in words, but it is also expressed in our manner of life. Today, Sinclair Ferguson challenges us to live the Christian life in a way that compels nonbelievers to ask questions. Get ...
05.13.2020 Enduring Hardships It would be a tragic waste, after suffering, simply to sigh in relief and move on. Rather, we must ask what the Lord was teaching us in the trial. Today, Sinclair Ferguson encourages us to examine the place of hardship ...
05.12.2020 Discovering God's Will Have you ever wondered what the will of God is for your life? Today, Sinclair Ferguson guides us in discerning God’s revealed will and provides us with helpful questions to consider as we make decisions. Get 'The Basics of the ...
05.11.2020 Facing the Enemy When we become Christians, God receives us as our Father. But at the same time, we gain a new enemy: Satan. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the character of this enemy and the armor that Christ has given us to withstand ...
05.10.2020 A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing: Theological Liberalism Many professing Christians--even ordained ministers--no longer believe in the authority of Scripture. How should we respond to this theological liberalism? Today, R.C. Sproul addresses one of the greatest dangers facing the church today. Get R.C. Sproul's ‘Classic Collection' MP3 CD ...
05.09.2020 Salvation in Galatians & Ephesians The books of Galatians and Ephesians are deeply worshipful precisely because they are richly theological. Today, Steven Lawson teaches that the doctrines of grace beckon Christians to give all glory to Almighty God. Get the ‘Foundations of Grace New Testament' ...
05.08.2020 True or False Assurance Are you prepared to stand before the judgment seat of God? Today, R.C. Sproul helps us to ask ourselves questions of critical importance concerning the basis and legitimacy of our salvation. Get the 'Fruit of the Spirit Collection' on a ...
05.07.2020 Being Sure of Salvation Have you ever gone through periods in your life when you’ve wondered whether you are truly saved? You are not alone. Today, R.C. Sproul helps Christians to navigate this difficult dilemma and points to the means of obtaining assurance. Get ...
05.06.2020 Having the Right Priority As Christians, we want to be spiritual. But how often do we earnestly desire to be righteous? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of our top priority as followers of Christ. Get the 'Fruit of the Spirit Collection' on a USB ...
05.05.2020 Doing the Right Thing Our growth as Christians does not happen all at once. But it does need to be happening all the time. Today, R.C. Sproul stresses the importance of our lifelong sanctification. Get the 'Fruit of the Spirit Collection' on a USB ...
05.04.2020 Recalling Our Purpose In order to discover the ultimate goal of our lives, we have to go back to the beginning. Today, R.C. Sproul visits the first chapter of the Bible to help us understand why we are here and what we are ...
05.03.2020 All Christians Believe in Predestination Why does God choose to save some and not others? Is that unfair? Today, R.C. Sproul explains why Christians should embrace and delight in the doctrine of predestination. Get R.C. Sproul's ‘Classic Collection' MP3 CD Series for Your Gift of ...
05.02.2020 Sovereign Grace, Unveiled Glory Why do some people reject the gospel while others experience the saving power of God? Today, Steven Lawson delves into 2 Corinthians to reveal our absolute dependence on the Holy Spirit to open our eyes to the marvel of the ...
05.01.2020 The Ultimate Promise God has guaranteed that everything that ever happens to Christians is for their ultimate good. Today, Derek Thomas unpacks the ultimate promise in Romans 8 that can give solid stability and hope to the lives of believers. Get the 'Romans ...
04.30.2020 Praying with the Spirit At times, prayer feels like the hardest thing for a Christian to do. Today, Derek Thomas describes how the Holy Spirit prays for and with the people of God in order to help and encourage us. Get the 'Romans 8' ...
04.29.2020 Hope in the Midst of Futility The suffering that we face in this world is real. But so is the future glory that awaits the children of God. Today, Derek Thomas assures Christians of our indestructible hope in a world of corruption and decay. Get the ...
04.28.2020 The Spirit of Adoption The eighth chapter of Romans outlines a rich theology of the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Today, Derek Thomas articulates four ways in which the Holy Spirit ministers to the children of God. Get the ‘Romans 8’ DVD ...
04.27.2020 No Condemnation Romans 8 begins with a stunning summary of the gospel: "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Today, Derek Thomas begins to detail the rich comfort that this chapter brings to the people of ...
04.26.2020 No Maverick Molecule The dominant view in our culture is that the universe and everything in it arose by chance. Today, R.C. Sproul critiques this view and appeals to the only logical alternative: God, who created everything in the world, rules over it ...
04.25.2020 The Saints in Corinth The existence of the church is unexplainable apart from the sovereign grace of God. Today, Steven Lawson comes to 1 Corinthians to show that God's unconditional election and effectual calling are displayed in the kinds of people He brings to ...
04.24.2020 Praying for the Kingdom Each of the petitions in the Lord's Prayer is directly connected to a promise that God has made to His people. Today, John MacArthur continues his discussion on what it looks like for Christians to pray in alignment with God's ...
04.23.2020 How Should We Pray? How should we pray? Thankfully, the Lord has not left us in the dark. Today, John MacArthur uses the Lord’s Prayer as a framework to guide our own prayers. Get R.C. Sproul's book ‘Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow’ ...
04.22.2020 Interpreting the Bible Responsibly How can we become certain of what God is really teaching in His Word? Today, R.C. Sproul continues to set forth foundational rules for interpreting the Bible. Get R.C. Sproul's book "Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow" for Your ...
04.21.2020 How to Study the Bible Has God given us any guidelines to help us interpret His Word correctly? Today, R.C. Sproul begins to outline some of the most important tools necessary for understanding the Bible. Get R.C. Sproul's book ‘Five Things Every Christian Needs to ...
04.20.2020 Receiving God's Forgiveness Why do we sometimes feel guilty even after we've asked the Lord for forgiveness? Today, R.C. Sproul helps Christians to develop a biblical perspective on remaining feelings of guilt. Get the 'Guilt and Forgiveness' CD and 'What Can I Do ...
04.19.2020 Nothing Left to Chance Nothing ever happens simply by chance. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that everything has a cause--and that the ultimate cause of all things is God Himself. Get R.C. Sproul's 'Classic Collection' MP3 CD Series for Your Gift of Any Amount: ...
04.18.2020 Grace in Providence God's electing love for us in eternity meets us in the providence of history. Today, Steven Lawson continues his study of the Lord's sovereign grace in Romans to hone in on the doctrines of irresistible grace and the perseverance of ...
04.17.2020 The Only Cure Is Forgiveness There is a cure for the guilt that plagues all mankind. Today, R.C. Sproul calls us to receive and rest in the gracious forgiveness of God. Get the 'Guilt and Forgiveness' CD + 'What Can I Do with My Guilt?' ...
04.16.2020 A Guilty Conscience Our culture teaches us that feelings of guilt are destructive because they undermine our sense of self-worth. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that the truly destructive influence is found in our attempts to silence our guilt. Get the 'Guilt and Forgiveness' ...
04.15.2020 Unable to Pay There is nothing we can possibly do to make up for our sin that offends an infinitely righteous God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that our insurmountable debt must drive us to the cross of Jesus Christ. Get the 'Guilt ...
04.14.2020 What Do You Do With Your Guilt? Does guilt eat away at your conscience? Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the universal extent of human guilt and our need to be set free. Get the 'Guilt and Forgiveness' CD + 'What Can I Do with My Guilt?' CQ Booklet ...
04.13.2020 Guilt & Guilt Feelings Are you guilty? Or do you feel guilty? Today, R.C. Sproul helps us to recognize the important distinction between our subjective feelings and our objective standing before the law of God. Get the 'Guilt and Forgiveness' CD + 'What Can ...
04.12.2020 What Is Truth? It’s fashionable to believe that truth is based not on reality but on our personal preferences. Today, R.C. Sproul exposes the flaws in this argument, pointing us instead to the very incarnation of truth. Get R.C. Sproul's ‘Classic Collection' MP3 ...
04.11.2020 Grace in Eternity The book of Romans is filled with lofty theology and soaring doxologies for the God who reigns over all and works all things for His glory. Today, Steven Lawson continues his overview of the doctrines of grace in Romans to ...
04.10.2020 The Hope of God's Image Bearers In times of crisis and despair, we are most acutely aware of our utter dependence on our sovereign Lord. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reminds us that our hope is found in God alone, directing us to the truth that all things ...
04.09.2020 The Church as a Caring Community Throughout Scripture, God exhorts His people to love one another and to love our neighbor as ourselves. Today, Burk Parsons considers this calling to love and encourages Christians to remain steadfast in a time of suffering and confusion. Get R.C. ...
04.08.2020 The Church & the Governing Authorities Scripture instructs us to pray for those in authority over us and to submit to them. Today, Derek Thomas considers these responsibilities and applies them to the COVID-19 crisis. Get R.C. Sproul's book ‘The Hunger for Significance: Seeing the Image ...
04.07.2020 The Imago Dei, Human Dignity, and the Present Crisis Christians have a message of dignity and hope to give a watching world in times of crisis. Today, W. Robert Godfrey joins Ligonier’s President, Chris Larson, to discuss the lessons we can learn from Scripture and church history as we ...
04.06.2020 Pastoral Care in Times of Crisis Now is a time for Christians to exhibit the hope of the gospel that we profess and proclaim. In today’s special edition, H.B. Charles Jr., Sinclair Ferguson, and Burk Parsons talk with Ligonier's President, Chris Larson, to give pastoral perspective ...
04.05.2020 The Goal of Christian Living If we don’t know our goal as Christians, we may waste our lives in a state of aimlessness or in pursuit of the wrong things. Today, R.C. Sproul explains the will of God for the lives of His people. Get ...

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