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Ultimately with R.C. Sproul

How do you focus on what really matters? Where do you go to regain perspective? Drawn from a lifetime of Bible study and reflections on the nature of truth, Ultimately with R.C. Sproul features unique moments of insight to help you

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understand what you believe and why you believe it. Renew your mind and grow in your knowledge of God when you listen to biblical teaching every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Set your mind on what matters most—what matters ultimately. A podcast from Ligonier Ministries.

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  1. 49The Fate of the Innocent NativeWe've heard it asked many times: What happens to the innocent native who dies without ever hearing the good news of salvation in Jesus Christ? Today, R.C. Sproul points out a problem with this question that gets to the very heart of the gospel. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-fate-of-the-innocent-native/ 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/podcasts6 min
  2. 50To the Praise of His Glorious GraceSome people think predestination leaves a blemish on God's character. But Scripture reveals this doctrine so that we will give all glory to God for His saving grace (Eph. 1:6). Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the doctrine of election drives us to praise. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/to-the-praise-of-his-glorious-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/podcasts3 min
  3. 51True and False ChurchesJust because people call themselves Christians doesn't make it true. It's not enough to meet in a church building or sign the roster. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that a true church will obey the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/true-and-false-churches/ 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/podcasts1 min
  4. 52The Feet That Bring Good NewsAs messengers of the gospel, we don't have power in ourselves to convert our hearers. But we delight in the privilege of delivering the good news that God uses to give new life in Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul describes the true beauty of evangelism. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-feet-that-bring-good-news/ 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/podcasts6 min
  5. 53Beware of Vain PhilosophySince the Holy Spirit is the One who converts hearts, should we even bother presenting to people a reasoned defense of the Christian faith? Today, R.C. Sproul expresses the value of apologetics in our interaction with unbelievers. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/beware-of-vain-philosophy/ 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/podcasts3 min
  6. 54Do You Want to Be Righteous?Many Christians desire to be more prayerful and more spiritually minded. But how many of us actively seek to become more righteous? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the top priority that Jesus identified for the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/do-you-want-to-be-righteous/ 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/podcasts4 min
  7. 55ExcommunicationThere are times when excommunication is necessary for maintaining the purity of the church. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the essential importance of church discipline and the need for caution in carrying it out. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/excommunication/ 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/podcasts2 min
  8. 56The Son of ManWhy did Jesus regularly call Himself the "Son of Man?" It wasn't a humble expression of His humanity. Today, R.C. Sproul explores what this exalted title reveals about the identity of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-son-of-man/ 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/podcasts6 min
  9. 57Gathering with the Visible ChurchWhen God saves us individually, He immediately places us in a community. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the importance of gathering together as the visible church. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/gathering-with-the-visible-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/podcasts1 min
  10. 58Ministry for the Whole ChurchThe ministry of the gospel isn't merely for paid professionals. The whole church is sent out to bear witness to Jesus Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul calls on every Christian to be an active participant in the work of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/ministry-for-the-whole-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/podcasts3 min
  11. 59The Only Firm FoundationThe stakes are too high for us to build our lives on anything but the solid foundation of God's Word. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that if we want to ground our thinking and our habits in the truth, we must be diligent students of the Bible. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-only-firm-foundation/ 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/podcasts7 min
  12. 60Be Still and KnowChristians often find peace and comfort in the words of Psalm 46:10: "Be still, and know that I am God." However, this verse doesn't mean what many people assume. Today, R.C. Sproul explains this passage and its teaching about the power of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/be-still-and-know/ 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/podcasts2 min
  13. 61Worshiping in the Heavenly SanctuaryWhen Christians come together to worship the Lord, they aren't the only ones gathering. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the spiritual communion we share with all of God's people in all ages, assembling as one body in the heavenly sanctuary. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/worshiping-in-the-heavenly-sanctuary/ 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/podcasts3 min
  14. 62God's Unbroken Promise & Unfailing WordHow can we be sure that God will keep His promise to redeem His people? Today, R.C. Sproul turns to a verse in the Bible that displays the absolute reliability of God's Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/gods-unbroken-promise-and-unfailing-word/ 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/podcasts6 min
  15. 63Jesus, Our Greatest NeedSome people try to excuse their unbelief by claiming that they have no need for Jesus. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that there is no greater need in this life or the next than our need for redemption in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/jesus-our-greatest-need/ 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/podcasts2 min
  16. 64The Fearful Presence of the Holy OneNothing incites greater fear in the mind of a sinful person than the presence of the One who is holy. Today, R.C. Sproul examines a surprising encounter between Peter and Jesus on the Sea of Galilee. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-fearful-presence-of-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/podcasts7 min
  17. 65The Indestructible ChurchAs the church faces opposition and endures trials, Christians must not lose heart, for we know the gates of hell cannot prevail. Today, R.C. Sproul calls us to take courage in our triumphant Redeemer who is building His church throughout the world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-indestructible-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/podcasts3 min
  18. 66Does God Repent?Does our repentance bring about a change in God? Today, R.C. Sproul examines passages in Scripture that appear to describe God as relenting from the judgment He threatens against sinners. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/does-god-repent/ 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/podcasts4 min
  19. 67God's Promise to Our PainPeople respond in different ways to pain, but God's people find their solace in Him. Today, R.C. Sproul recalls the promise that God gives to His children in times of suffering and sorrow. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/gods-promise-to-our-pain/ 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/podcasts2 min
  20. 68A Leap of Faith?The Bible never tells us to take a leap of faith into the darkness, blindly hoping that Jesus is there to catch us on the other side. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that the Christian faith is eminently reasonable and supported by compelling evidence. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/a-leap-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/podcasts6 min
  21. 69The Authority of the ApostlesAre Paul's letters less authoritative than the words of Jesus in the Gospels? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the writings of the Apostles bear an authority that has been delegated by Christ Himself. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-authority-of-the-apostles/ 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/podcasts4 min
  22. 70Out of Nothing, Nothing ComesIf there had ever been a time when nothing existed, nothing could possibly exist now. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why we must appeal to the eternal God, not chance, to account for the universe in which we live. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/out-of-nothing-nothing-comes/ 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/podcasts2 min
  23. 71The Temptations of Adam and ChristSatan approached Jesus with the same temptation he had posed to Adam, questioning the reliability of God's Word. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that it was at the point where the first Adam failed that the last Adam triumphed. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-temptations-of-adam-and-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/podcasts8 min
  24. 72Perspectives on the Death of JesusSome of Jesus' contemporaries thought of His death as the execution of a criminal. Others saw it as an act of political expediency. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Bible gives us God's own interpretation of the cross of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/perspectives-on-the-death-of-jesus/ 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/podcasts5 min
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