Renewing Your Mind

Grace Alone: God Rescues Us

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Protestants affirm that we’re justified by faith alone. But where does our faith come from? Do we muster it up, or does God give it to us? Today, R....

Faith Alone: The Material Cause of the Reformation

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does God declare us righteous in His sight? Not by baptism, nor by penance, but through faith alone in Christ alone. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies...

Persecutions

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Avoiding persecution is simple. All you have to do is compromise the gospel. From his sermon series in Matthew, today R.C. Sproul examines Jesus’ wa...

How to Worship

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Lord commands us to worship Him according to His Word, not our own preferences. Today, R.C. Sproul exhorts us to order our worship after the revea...

Presbyterian Beginnings

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Presbyterians took root in the American colonies after the Anglicans and Congregationalists. This raised questions about the relationship between the ...

A New World

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many in Puritan New England were confident that the future of the church was one of increasing success. Meanwhile, few were concerned about dangerous ...

The Covenant of Grace

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From the beginning of the world, God has promised one way of salvation: by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Today, J.V. Fesko introd...

The Covenant of Works

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we understand the covenant that Adam broke in the garden of Eden, we better understand our need for Jesus and the salvation He brings. Today, J.V...

The Covenant of Redemption

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our redemption stands immovably on God’s eternal commitment to save His people from their sins. Today, J.V. Fesko teaches on the unbreakable promise...

The Sending of the Twelve

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Since Christians have freely received salvation in Christ, we should freely proclaim the good news of His grace. From his sermon series in the gospel ...

How to Pray

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

By definition, a disciplined life of prayer takes work and dedication. Yet this pursuit is more than worth it. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the rich c...

Thy Kingdom Come

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we pray “Your kingdom come” in the Lord’s Prayer? Isn’t God already the sovereign King? Today, R.C. Sproul explains why this petition i...

Hallowed Be Thy Name

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you treat God’s name in your everyday speech? And what does that reveal about your heart? Today, R.C. Sproul considers the first petition of ...

The Fatherhood of God

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For many in our day, it seems unremarkable to call God our Father. This is driven by false assumptions about what it means to be God’s children. Tod...

Our Father

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus taught His disciples to address the Ruler of all creation in an unexpected way: “Our Father in heaven.” Today, R.C. Sproul explains what the...

Teach Us to Pray

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Prayer can be a struggle for every Christian at times. Even Jesus’ disciples sought His guidance on how to pray. Today, R.C. Sproul begins his study...

The Call of the Disciples

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When Jesus called twelve men from among His disciples, what was He calling them to? From his sermon series in the gospel of Matthew, today R.C. Sproul...

How to Study the Bible

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to be spiritually mature? Then you must make diligent use of the means God has provided for your growth. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the...

Parable of the Prodigal Son

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can we do anything but rejoice when even our worst enemy receives the grace of God? Today, R.C. Sproul considers the power and joy of conversion i...

Parable of the Good Samaritan

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are called to love our neighbors as we love ourselves—even those who despise us in return. Today, R.C. Sproul challenges us with the radical ethi...

Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Since forgiveness lies at the heart of the gospel, Christians of all people should be known as forgiving people. Today, R.C. Sproul discerns the natur...

Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our justification in the sight of God is founded on a righteousness that is not our own. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses the doctrine of imputation as it...

Why Parables?

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why did Jesus often teach through parables? And how should we interpret these vivid stories? Today, R.C. Sproul defines the purpose of parables and be...

Law and Gospel

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Since we’re saved by God’s grace in the gospel, what role does God’s law serve in the Christian life? From his expositional series in the book o...

The Role of Man and Woman

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps now more than ever, people misunderstand the relationship between men and women in marriage. Today, R.C. Sproul looks to the Bible to explain ...

Jesus and the Word of God

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If Jesus Himself told us that Scripture is the infallible Word of God, the debate over the Bible’s authority would be over. Today, R.C. Sproul shows...

Inspiration, Infallibility, and Inerrancy

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does the Bible contain any errors in what it teaches? Today, R.C. Sproul defends the inspiration, inerrancy, and infallibility of sacred Scripture. Ge...

Inspiration and the Canon of Scripture

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible is not simply one book, but a collection of 66 books written over hundreds of years. How do we know for sure that all the right books were i...

Authority and Authorship

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is the Bible an outdated collection of irrelevant religious writings? Today, R.C. Sproul shows us the difference between the fallible writings of men ...

What Is the Standard of Truth?

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since the garden of Eden, Satan has been sowing doubts about God’s Word. Today, R.C. Sproul examines these assaults on the truth and appeals to...

The Covenant

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The law of God is a wake-up call to remind us of our sin—and of our need for a Savior. From his sermon series in the book of Galatians, today R.C. S...

Criticism and Compliments

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a moment, we can utter a harsh word that scars our spouse for years. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the powerful effect of our tongues—both to buil...

The Fear of God and Eternity

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Will the redeemed fear God in heaven? Scripture surprisingly says yes. Yet this is news of unparalleled joy. Today, Michael Reeves explains that to qu...

Benefits of the Fear of God

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we come to see how glorious and majestic God is, we are compelled to praise Him and bow down before the Lord in dependent prayer. Today, Michael Re...

Growing in the Fear of God

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The fear of God is the heart and soul of Christian holiness. How do we grow in delightful reverence for the Lord? Today, Michael Reeves shows how cult...

Fearing God as Father

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus’ work of redemption reveals the boundless love of God for His adopted children. Today, Michael Reeves explains how the gospel guides us to loo...

Not All Fear Is the Same

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The most frequent command in Scripture is “Do not be afraid.” Yet the Bible also calls us to fear. So, is fear a good thing or a bad thing? Today,...

The Curse of the Law

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There is no middle ground: We either enjoy God’s blessing through faith in Christ or we’re under the curse of God’s wrath. From his sermon serie...

Sexual Problems in Marriage

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible is not silent on issues related to marriage and physical intimacy. Today, R.C. Sproul delivers a straightforward, biblical perspective on th...

Angels and Demons

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If we claim to believe what the Bible teaches, then we must take the existence of angels and demons seriously. Today, R.C. Sproul turns to the teachin...

Providence

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God is not a heavenly spectator without any influence on the events of this world. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the Lord is actively involved in pr...

The Will of God

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible to know God’s will for your life? Today, R.C. Sproul helps us understand the important distinction between the revealed will and hidd...

Communicable Attributes

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God’s communicable attributes are those characteristics that He shares with all people made in His image. Today, R.C. Sproul shows how studying thes...

Incommunicable Attributes

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As mutable creatures, we are always changing. But God is forever the same. Today, R.C. Sproul studies the unique attributes of God that we do not shar...

Paul versus Peter

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is simple to understand. Yet we can easily be tempted to rely on something or someone other than Christ t...

Knowing Each Other

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A healthy marriage isn’t sustained by feelings alone. Husbands and wives must know one another deeply. Today, R.C. Sproul reveals what it takes to d...

The Meaning of Holiness

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What effect should the holiness of God have on our lives? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that the Lord desires for His people to reflect His holy charact...

The Insanity of Luther

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What will a holy God do with sinful people? This question nearly drove Martin Luther to despair. Today, R.C. Sproul explains where Luther found relief...

Holiness and Justice

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When Uzzah touched the ark of the covenant to keep it from falling to the ground, he wrongly assumed that his sinful hands were cleaner than the dirt....

The Trauma of Holiness

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we’re confronted by the utter perfection of God’s holiness, we finally see ourselves for who we really are. Today, R.C. Sproul reveals why an...

The Importance of Holiness

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Once we encounter the holiness of God, our lives will never be the same. Today, R.C. Sproul begins his classic series on God’s holiness, addressing ...

Christ in Our Place

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the cross, all the sins of God’s people were placed upon Christ so that His righteousness would be imputed to all who trust in Him for salvation....

God and Nakedness

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marriage is meant to be a safe haven where shame does not exist. Today, R.C. Sproul uncovers the connection in Scripture between nakedness and shame. ...

Upholding the Authority of Scripture

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Years ago, R.C. Sproul gathered with church leaders in Chicago to defend the inerrancy of Scripture. Today, Stephen Nichols and Nathan W. Bingham disc...

The Castle of Giant Despair

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

God’s people are not immune to doubt and discouragement. But even in these dreaded moments, we have hope in Christ. Today, Derek Thomas considers on...

The Interpreter’s House

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus cautioned that those who follow Him must carefully count the cost of discipleship. Today, Derek Thomas considers a sobering description in The P...

The Wicket Gate

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we’re convicted of our sin, we may be tempted to despair or to try and lessen our sense of burden through good works. Today, Derek Thomas exami...

The City of Destruction

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When Christ liberates a soul from the power of sin, He also extends an invitation to a lifetime of discipleship. Today, Derek Thomas introduces us to ...

God’s Wrath

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unbelief is inexcusable. Even people who have never touched a Bible are condemned for dismissing God’s clear revelation in nature. From his expositi...

What Is Christian Marriage?

18 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Some people today wonder if marriage is an old-fashioned tradition that should be discarded once and for all. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the origin ...

Plato

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With your donation of any amount, request R.C. Sproul’s book The Consequences of Ideas and his companion teaching series as a special edition DVD co...

Plato

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Considered one of the most pivotal figures in the history of philosophy, Plato’s ideas still impact our world centuries later. Today, R.C. Sproul he...

Socrates

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With your donation of any amount, request R.C. Sproul’s book The Consequences of Ideas and his companion teaching series as a special edition DVD co...

Socrates

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The skepticism and disillusionment we see in our own day are nothing new. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the ancient philosopher Socrates defended th...

Parmenides, Heraclitus, and Zeno

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

All of us change over the years. How can we be the same people, yet different? Today, R.C. Sproul explores the philosophical ideas of “being” and ...

Monism and Pluralism

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How did we get here? What is the source of all things? What gives life meaning? Today, R.C. Sproul examines how the ancient Greek philosophers sought ...

Thales

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With your donation of any amount, request R.C. Sproul’s book The Consequences of Ideas and his companion teaching series as a special edition DVD co...

Thales

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ideas have consequences. Whether we realize it or not, the history of philosophy influences the way we think today. Today, R.C. Sproul introduces us t...

The Just Shall Live by Faith

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Romans to help establish Christians in their understanding of the gospel. From his sermon series in Romans, t...

J. Gresham Machen

11 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The early 20th century saw a growing skepticism of the Bible among many theologians. Today, W. Robert Godfrey introduces us to one man who stood again...

The Prince’s Poison Cup

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Even at the cost of His own life, a great Prince is willing to drink from a poisoned well to set His people free. Today, R.C. Sproul reads from his ch...

How to Deal with Anxiety

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nothing dispels our fears like a renewed understanding of the promises and presence of God. Today, R.C. Sproul gives insight into our anxiety and pres...

Forgiveness

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

True forgiveness means the offense committed against us is gone. It is taken away, and we have no reason to bring it up again. Today, R.C. Sproul surv...

How to Deal with Guilt

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can we resolve the guilt that haunts us? Today, R.C. Sproul explains the crucial distinction between real, objective guilt and our subjective guil...

Understanding Suffering

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Because God is sovereign, there is a purpose for our pain. Today, R.C. Sproul considers how Christians should understand suffering and how to respond ...

Romans: Paul’s Magnum Opus

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the gospel, God powerfully calls people out of slavery to sin and sets them apart for a new life in Christ. Today, hear R.C. Sproul’s opening ser...

Christianity and Science

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have to oppose science in order to be a Christian? Today, W. Robert Godfrey explains that Christianity has never been the enemy of science—bu...

False Prophet

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul’s fiery warnings to the Galatians should stop us in our tracks, for they expose the dire consequences of perverting the gospel. Today, R.C. Spr...

Parable of the Rich Fool

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Greed is more than an inordinate love for wealth. Most fundamentally, it is a lack of gratitude toward God. Today, R.C. Sproul voices the warning Jesu...

A Contrite Repentance

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What motivates our repentance? Are we sincerely remorseful about our sin, or do we simply fear punishment? Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the posture of ...

The Dreamer

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the book of Genesis, Joseph received two great gifts early in his life: a vibrant coat from his father and the ability to interpret dreams from God...

Why Study the Bible?

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God requires all of His people—not only ministers and scholars—to study His Word diligently. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why every Christian shoul...

The Son of Man Must Be Lifted Up

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No one will escape their sin’s condemnation unless they lift their eyes to the crucified Savior and entrust their salvation to the risen Lord Jesus....

The Great Awakening

28 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One observer called the Great Awakening the greatest working of the Spirit of God since Pentecost. Today, W. Robert Godfrey takes us back to this peri...

Is Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder?

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the beauty of art based merely on our personal preferences? Or do objective principles and standards determine what is truly beautiful? Today, R.C....

Art for Whose Sake?

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether we gather in a simple room or an ornate sanctuary, art plays a role in our worship. Today, R.C. Sproul exhorts Christians to pursue art in the...

The Birth of Jesus

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the village of Bethlehem, a child was born for a specific mission: to save His people from their sins. From his sermon series in the gospel of Luke...

Mary’s Visit to Elizabeth

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the gospel of Luke, an unborn baby is the first person described as leaping for joy at the arrival of Jesus Christ. From his sermon series in that ...

The Annunciation

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An angel from heaven announced to a young woman named Mary that, though a virgin, she would bear a son by the power of God. From his expositional seri...

Rebirth

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus surprised Nicodemus when He declared that no one can enter God’s kingdom without first being born again. Many people today are just as surpris...

The Theology of John Calvin

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many people think of John Calvin as a cold, calculating theologian. In reality, his scholarly work was driven by a pastoral desire to help Christians ...

The Consolation of Israel

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For centuries, the suffering people of Israel eagerly awaited the Redeemer who would arise from their midst. Today, R.C. Sproul describes the moment w...

The Advent of Christ

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The earliest pages of Scripture promise of a Deliverer who will crush evil and bring redemption for God’s people. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how Ch...

The Glory of Christmas

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we think of the nativity scene, we often focus on the humble circumstances of our Savior’s birth. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that Jesus’ a...

Mary: the Messiah’s Mother

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Of the billions of women who have ever lived, only one received the singular privilege of bearing the Son of God. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the uni...

It’s Christmas!

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The significance of Christmas extends far beyond nostalgic traditions and family get-togethers. Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the event that divides ...

Cleansing of the Temple

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why did Jesus drive out the merchants and moneychangers from the temple? From his sermon series in the gospel of John, today R.C. Sproul speaks on the...

The Crusades

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the centuries progressed, some people began to think it was legitimate to use physical force to advance the church. Today, W. Robert Godfrey offers...

Advancing the Truth of God’s Holiness

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The gospel is advancing. Now is the time to seize new ground for the kingdom of God. Today, Chris Larson and other leaders at Ligonier Ministries pres...

Growing to Maturity

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God’s people are called to maintain a childlike faith while also growing to Christian maturity. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how Scripture harmonizes...