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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. 73Wait for God's VindicationAre you angry at all the evil that ravages this world? Where is God when sin seems to rule the day? Today, R.C. Sproul calls Christians to wait on the Lord, resting in the certainty that He will set all things right. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/wait-for-gods-vindication/ 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
  2. 74Communing with God in PrayerPrayer involves more than presenting our requests to God. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to enjoy communion with the Lord through prayers of adoration. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/communing-with-god-in-prayer/ 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. 75The Necessity of the New BirthThere is an absolute requirement for entering God's kingdom: We must be born again. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the change wrought by the Holy Spirit to give us new life and to grant us faith in Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-necessity-of-the-new-birth/ 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
  4. 76The Purpose of MiraclesWhat is the purpose of the miracles recorded in the Bible? It isn't to prove the existence of God. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that God appointed miracles to validate the messengers of His revelation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-purpose-of-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/podcasts3 min
  5. 77Redeemed by the Triune GodOur redemption is the work of our triune God: planned by the Father, accomplished by the Son, and applied to us by the Holy Spirit. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the work of the Trinity in salvation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/redeemed-by-the-triune-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/podcasts2 min
  6. 78The Standard of GoodnessHow can we know what is truly good? What standard do we go by? Today, R.C. Sproul describes God's law as a mirror that reflects the Lord's righteous character and exposes our sin. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-standard-of-goodness/ 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
  7. 79Do Unbelievers Seek God?People all around us are seeking peace, meaning, and eternal life—but that doesn't mean they're seeking the Lord. Today, R.C. Sproul distinguishes between those who seek God and those who seek the benefits God provides. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/do-unbelievers-seek-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/podcasts3 min
  8. 80Grace: More than a Life PreserverIn the grace of salvation, God doesn't merely cast a life preserver for sinking souls to grasp. Instead, He takes those who have already drowned in the depths of the sea and breathes new life into them. Today, R.C. Sproul portrays the sovereign power of God's saving grace in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/grace-more-than-a-life-preserver/ 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
  9. 81Applying the Wisdom of God's WordGod has given us His law in the Ten Commandments and His wisdom in the book of Proverbs, but the two weren't intended to be read in exactly the same way. Today, R.C. Sproul helps us interpret the wisdom books of the Bible. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/applying-the-wisdom-of-gods-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/podcasts8 min
  10. 82The Source of Human DignityEven many atheists are concerned about the dignity of human beings, but we cannot look at ourselves to find the basis for our dignity. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that human dignity is derived from God Himself. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-source-of-human-dignity/ 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. 83Loved by the Father in the SonThe redemptive love of God for His people flows out from the Father's eternal love for the Son. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means for the elect to be loved by God in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/loved-by-the-father-in-the-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/podcasts2 min
  12. 84The Father's Gifts to the SonWhy has God saved us from our sins? The answer is found not in our worthiness but in Christ's. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Father honors the redemptive work of His Son by giving Him a people from every tongue, tribe, and nation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-fathers-gifts-to-the-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/podcasts2 min
  13. 85Faith in What?We're justified by faith alone, but it isn't a generic faith in anything whatsoever. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses our need to convey the truth of the gospel accurately before we can call someone to saving faith in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/faith-in-what/ 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. 86Are We Depraved?What's your gut reaction to the total depravity of man? Do you shrink from this doctrine because it sounds too pessimistic? Today, R.C. Sproul explains why so many people have this response. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/are-we-depraved/ 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
  15. 87God Regulates MarriageNot only has God instituted marriage, but He also governs marriage by His commandments. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to heed the Lord's regulations for marriage—not merely out of obligation but for our good. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/god-regulates-marriage/ 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
  16. 88Sin Is UnbeliefOne reason we find sin appealing is because we fail to believe what God says in His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul outlines the close relationship between sin and unbelief. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/sin-is-unbelief/ 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
  17. 89Christ's Work of IntercessionHow can we be confident that our faith will endure to the end? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that our perseverance as Christians rests not in our own strength but in the ongoing intercession of Christ on our behalf. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christs-work-of-intercession/ 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
  18. 90Our Faith Is God's MercyThe whole of our salvation—even our faith in Christ—is given to us as an extravagant gift of God's mercy. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that this truth should deepen our gratitude toward our gracious Redeemer. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/our-faith-is-gods-mercy/ 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
  19. 91The Guarantee of Our RedemptionThe Holy Spirit seals every true believer in Christ with the unfailing promise of complete redemption. Today, R.C. Sproul examines the source and certainty of our perseverance in faith. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-guarantee-of-our-redemption/ 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
  20. 92Don't Rely on Fluctuating FeelingsWhile our feelings may deceive us, God's promises never will. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the truthfulness of God's Word rests not upon our ever-changing feelings but on His unchanging character. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/dont-rely-on-fluctuating-feelings/ 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
  21. 93Is Christianity a Crutch?Some people claim that Christianity is a crutch. In one sense, they're right. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that it would be foolish for sinful people like us not to lean on Christ and live in complete reliance upon His mercy. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-christianity-a-crutch/ 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
  22. 94Satisfied in ChristIf we're looking for complete satisfaction in anyone or anything other than Christ, we've guaranteed our own disappointment. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to seek our supreme happiness not in our circumstances but in our Savior. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/satisfied-in-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/podcasts3 min
  23. 95Are People Basically Good?Are people basically good? Many seem to think so, but God's Word says otherwise. Today, R.C. Sproul warns us not to grade our own righteousness on a curve, for the true standard of goodness is the perfect character of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/are-people-basically-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/podcasts5 min
  24. 96"All I Need to Know Is Jesus""I don't need to know theology. All I need to know is Jesus." Has anyone said this to you before? Today, R.C. Sproul reveals the serious flaw built into this sentiment and explains the solution. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/all-i-need-to-know-is-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/podcasts4 min
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