Renewing Your Mind

The Good Shepherd

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hired hands may abandon the flock when danger comes, but the Good Shepherd defends His sheep to the death. Today, R.C. Sproul looks to Jesus as the On...

Rescued by an Angel

22 Nov 2024

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God works through the prayers of His weak people to change the course of history. Today, Derek Thomas explains how Peter’s miraculous deliverance fr...

Confrontation in Antioch

21 Nov 2024

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All Christians must be careful not to compromise the message of God’s free grace. For even the Apostle Peter was tempted to undermine the gospel. To...

Moving beyond Jerusalem

20 Nov 2024

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For gentiles to be included among God’s people was one of history’s most astonishing transitions. Yet this was always the Lord’s plan. Today, De...

The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles

19 Nov 2024

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Under the old covenant food laws, the Jews couldn’t even share a meal with gentiles. But Jesus brought an end to this division. Today, Derek Thomas ...

The Life of Peter

18 Nov 2024

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It’s easy for Christians to identify with the Apostle Peter. He stumbled and sinned, even in disastrous ways—yet Jesus never gave up on him. Today...

New Wine Skins

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No one can receive Christ without being made new. From his exposition of Mark’s gospel, today R.C. Sproul explains that it is impossible simply to a...

The Light of the World

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everything changes when God opens our eyes to the radiant glory of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that Jesus came into the world to redeem people ...

The Source of Joy

15 Nov 2024

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Happiness is often fleeting. Yet true joy endures. Today, R.C. Sproul shows us the source of deep, full, and lasting joy: living in communion with Jes...

The Greatest Joy

14 Nov 2024

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Sin entices us with the promise of pleasure, but ultimately sin only robs us of joy. Today, R.C. Sproul observes how people enter the fullness of joy ...

How Do You Spell “JOY”?

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It requires grace to share the joy of others while our own hearts are sorrowful. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses one of the greatest hindrances that can ...

Counting It All Joy

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the hardest lessons we have to learn as Christians is how to be joyful in the midst of suffering and pain. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us where ...

Don’t Worry: Be Joyful

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a fruit of the Holy Spirit, joy is a virtue that every Christian must cultivate. Yet true joy involves much more than putting on a happy face. Toda...

Healing the Paralytic

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Four desperate men stopped at nothing to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus. From his sermon series in the gospel of Mark, today R.C. Sproul shows ...

The Bread of Life

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The manna from heaven sustained Israel in their wilderness wanderings. Christ, the true bread from heaven, feeds souls dead in sin with everlasting li...

Does God Harden Hearts?

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, the same trial serves to soften the heart of one person toward God while hardening another in his bitterness and sin. What makes the differ...

God’s Sovereignty and Our Sin

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we sin, does God in His sovereignty bear any of the blame? Certainly not—but why not? Today, R.C. Sproul provides biblical answers to questions...

Is God the Author of Evil?

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God is altogether good and altogether in control. How do sin and suffering fit into this picture? Today, R.C. Sproul continues his study of the Westmi...

Primary and Secondary Causes

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since God sovereignly ordains everything that happens, where does our personal responsibility come into play? Today, R.C. Sproul explains the role we ...

Divine Providence

04 Nov 2024

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In previous generations, Christians were quick to recognize all of life’s circumstances as the unfolding providence of God. Today, R.C. Sproul teach...

Jesus Heals Many

03 Nov 2024

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As Jesus ministered in Galilee, multitudes came to Him in search of healing, but few came seeking truth. From his sermon series in Mark, today R.C. Sp...

The Source of Full Assurance

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do we know if we’re truly the children of God? Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the inner testimony of the Holy Spirit gives us assurance. Get R....

Put on Christ

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The law of God guards us against destroying human relationships through lovelessness. From his expositional series in the book of Romans, today R.C. S...

The Golden Chain

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God will not fail to save anyone He has chosen to redeem through His Son. From his sermon series in the book of Romans, today R.C. Sproul traces the “...

Death in Adam, Life in Christ

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Through one man, sin entered the world and brought condemnation on the whole human race. But now, another Man has brought salvation for all who trust ...

Righteousness Revealed

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Unlike us, Jesus perfectly fulfilled the holy law of God. From his expositional series in the book of Romans, today R.C. Sproul explains how the right...

The Just Shall Live by Faith

28 Oct 2024

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...

Healing of the Man with the Unclean Spirit

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Jesus opened His mouth to speak, everyone stopped to listen—even the demons. From his sermon series in the gospel of Mark, today R.C. Sproul di...

Gaining True Assurance

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we gain true assurance of our salvation? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that we must begin with a right understanding of biblical doctrine. Get R...

The Barber Who Wanted to Pray

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you could ask Martin Luther one question, what would it be? Today, R.C. Sproul reads from his children’s book based on a time in the Reformer’s...

Justified by Faith

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The doctrine of justification profoundly shapes the way we view our relationship with God and our approach to the Christian life. Today, Michael Reeve...

The Grace of God

23 Oct 2024

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According to Roman Catholic teaching, the Lord will give us grace as long as we do our best. Today, Michael Reeves repudiates this view with the true ...

The Sinfulness of Man

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are we basically good people who occasionally make bad choices? Or does the problem of sin go much deeper? Today, Michael Reeves presents the biblical...

The Authority of Scripture

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our view of the Bible influences every other aspect of our lives. Today, Michael Reeves explains that, rather than one voice among many, Scripture alo...

The Unsearchable Riches of Christ

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our minds cannot contain the infinite glory of God. Yet since He has made us in His image, we can know the Lord truly through His revelation. From his...

False Assurance

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many people are assured of their salvation when they are not actually saved. Today, R.C. Sproul warns about false assurance. Get R.C. Sproul’s book ...

By Faith Alone

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the o...

By Faith Alone

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the o...

By Faith Alone

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the o...

Defining Our Terms

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the...

Defining Our Terms

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the...

Defining Our Terms

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the...

The Roman Catholic View

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do Protestants and Roman Catholics still differ as much as they did in the 16th century? Today, R.C. Sproul confirms that the official teaching of the...

The Ninety-Five Theses

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Luther grew concerned about the selling of indulgences and the message it sent to people who sought forgiveness for their sins. Today, R.C. Spr...

Martin Luther

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Luther’s role in the Reformation can hardly be overstated. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the life of this German monk provides a historical...

Unity in Christ

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the gospel grants us peace with God, we also obtain peace with one another through our union with Christ. From his expositional series in the book ...

Four Kinds of People

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some people who are truly redeemed may lack assurance of their salvation. Others, who do not belong to Christ, might falsely believe they’re saved. ...

Vessels of Destruction

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does God create some people simply so He can pass everlasting judgment on them? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches on a passage he considered to be one of the...

Jeremiah’s Temple Speech

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just because someone is a dedicated member of a church does not necessarily mean he is truly a Christian. Today, R.C. Sproul cautions against the dang...

When Bitter Becomes Sweet

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever read a passage of Scripture that hits so close to home that it brings you discomfort? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that even the most pie...

For Those Whom the Father Has Given

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God’s plans are never frustrated by human affairs. Why, then, are some people saved while others are not? Today, R.C. Sproul provides insight from J...

The Unpardonable Sin

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus warns of a sin that will not be forgiven. What is the unpardonable sin, and how do we know whether we have committed it? Today, R.C. Sproul inve...

Brought Near by the Blood of Christ

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For many long ages, the nations lived apart from God’s covenant promises and the hope of salvation. All that changed with the coming of Christ. From...

Assurance Enhances Sanctification

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only is it possible to obtain assurance of our salvation, but God’s Word commands us to do so. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that an assurance of G...

Perseverance of the Saints

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can Christians lose their salvation? How should we think about our loved ones who used to profess faith in Christ but no longer believe? Today, R.C. S...

The Otherness of God

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thirty years ago today, Renewing Your Mind aired for the first time. Listen to that original message from 1994 as R.C. Sproul describes his life-chang...

Reading the Bible Existentially

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To better understand how the Bible applies to us, we should consider how it applied to its first readers. Today, R.C. Sproul invites us to experience ...

Man’s Radical Fallenness

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Until we see the depth of our sin, we’ll never understand our absolute need for a Savior. Today, R.C. Sproul examines Jesus’ teaching that salvati...

Covenant with Abraham

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever worried that the promises of God won’t come true? Today, R.C. Sproul introduces us to a man named Abraham and to the covenant God made...

Dead in Sin, Made Alive in Christ

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Unless God sovereignly changes our disposition, we will never choose to turn from our sin and trust in Christ for salvation. From his expositional ser...

The Duty of Pursuing Assurance

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we know whether our profession of faith in Christ is authentic? Today, R.C. Sproul begins his series on the assurance of salvation. Get R.C. S...

Paul’s Authority

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As false teachers infiltrated the church in Galatia, they attacked Paul’s authority as an Apostle to discredit the gospel he was preaching. Today, R...

False Prophet

26 Sep 2024

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...

Introduction to Galatians

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why was Paul’s letter to the Galatians so crucial in bringing about the Protestant Reformation? Today, R.C. Sproul introduces this New Testament let...

Beware of the Leaven of the Pharisees

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Although the Pharisees devoted themselves to studying Scripture and making outward displays of piety, their understanding of righteousness was lacking...

The Goal of Christian Living

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the ultimate goal of the Christian life? And how can we pursue it? Today, R.C. Sproul explains what we must do if we are to live in the presen...

Jairus’ Daughter

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It is never too late for Jesus to help those in need. From his exposition of Luke’s gospel, today R.C. Sproul shows how Christ restored the hope of ...

Providence and Prayer: If God Is Sovereign, Why Pray?

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There would be no use in praying if God were not in control of all things. Today, R.C. Sproul considers why the truth of our sovereign God should moti...

The Need for Samson

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During a period of spiritual decline, Israel needed a leader who would be set apart and strong. Today, W. Robert Godfrey depicts the expectation surro...

The Need for Judges

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the book of Judges, God’s people desperately needed a faithful and godly leader. Today, W. Robert Godfrey discusses God’s sovereign provision f...

Warnings That Call Us to Obedience

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We need a Savior, and it is only by His grace that we can live for the glory of God. Today, W. Robert Godfrey looks to the book of Deuteronomy to help...

Warnings That Call Us to Faithfulness

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Christian life is not a thoughtless life—it requires intentional dedication to the Lord. Today, W. Robert Godfrey demonstrates how the warnings ...

Warnings That Protect Us

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We need to know our history as God’s people to appreciate all He has done for us. Today, W. Robert Godfrey explains how God’s covenant faithfulnes...

Legion

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone whom Jesus has rescued from sin is granted a profound privilege: to proclaim the great works of Christ to the world. Continuing his sermon se...

The Lord’s Prayer: Relying on God

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prayer reminds us of our absolute dependence upon the provision, pardon, and protection of God. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the Lord’s Prayer te...

Cosmic Treason

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If God executed immediate justice against every sin, none of us would live to see another day. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that even the smallest si...

What Manner of Man Is This?

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Caught in a fierce storm, the disciples feared they were going to drown. Once Jesus calmed the wind and the waves, however, they grew even more afraid...

Inner Sanctum

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the Bible, you will never find an example of someone who meets the living God and is bored by the encounter. Today, R.C. Sproul shows us what it re...

Holy, Holy, Holy

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Isaiah 6, we read of an earth-shattering encounter between the prophet and his holy God. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what Isaiah learned about the ...

Encountering God

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We may fear many things in life, from disease to natural disaster to political turmoil. But too often, we forget that God Himself should cause us to t...

The Widow’s Son

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus sees His people when they are beset by grief. More than that, He ministers to their pain and restores their hope. From his expositional series i...

The Lord’s Prayer: Honoring Our Father

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Because Jesus has secured our adoption, Christians can approach God as His children, addressing Him as Father. Today, R.C. Sproul investigates what Ch...

The Lightlings

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many people are afraid of the dark—but why are others afraid of the light? Today, R.C. Sproul reads his children’s book The Lightlings to help par...

The Testimony of the Holy Spirit

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do we know if our assurance of salvation is truly from God? Today, Joel Beeke discusses how the Holy Spirit can apply the truth of Scripture direc...

Personal Evidences

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the grace of God is at work within us, it is impossible for our lives to be without fruit. Today, Joel Beeke instructs us to examine the legitimacy...

Divine Promises

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We do not gain assurance of salvation first by looking to ourselves. We must look to God’s Word and the multitude of promises within. Today, Joel Be...

Excellence

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where are the Christians of past generations whose devotion to God drove them to leave an enduring impact on the world? Today, R.C. Sproul explains th...

Stumbling Stones and Living Stones

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why do some people rest their faith in Christ while others reject Him to their destruction? From his expositional series in 1 Peter, today R.C. Sproul...

Confession

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A prayer of genuine confession doesn’t appeal to excuses or to vows of doing better next time, but to the mercy of God. Today, R.C. Sproul describes...

Grace in Providence

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 gra...

Paul’s Magnum Opus

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Human nature does not exist in a state of neutrality. Apart from God's grace, we're cascading ever downward into greater depths of sin. Today, Steven ...

Gospel Grace in 1 Peter

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a world that seems to be growing darker, Christians can draw strength from the promise of God's preserving grace. Today, Steven Lawson shows from t...

Acts and the Apostle Peter

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our sin, we never would have chosen Christ. But He marked out His people to be His special possession, choosing us by Himself and for Himself. Toda...

Our Calling and Security

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No one has the power to pry open the sealed grip with which God holds His children secure. Today, Steven Lawson turns to the gospel of John, explainin...

Implications of the New Birth

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Once we are born again by the Holy Spirit, our lives cannot help but change direction. From his expositional series in 1 Peter, today R.C. Sproul show...

Adoration

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What should be the posture of our hearts and minds when we pray to the Lord? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that prayer ought to begin on a note of adorat...

Two Ways of Knowing

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the phrase "Seeing is believing." But there are other ways of discovering the truth than what we experience with our senses. Today, R....

The Mind and the Senses

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can we trust our physical senses--what we see, hear, and touch? Today, R.C. Sproul explores the reliability and limits of our sense perception in our ...

How Do You Know?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know whether your beliefs are true? Is it even possible to know anything with certainly? Today, R.C. Sproul examines the foundation of our ...

Mind and Body

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The human brain is one of creation’s mysteries. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the relationship between our internal thoughts and our physical actions...