Episodes

From Ultimately — R.C. Sproul

Ultimately teaching episodes.

Episodes

The Law or the Gospel? 2026-11-04
Christians must not confuse the law and the gospel, but we also must not neglect one in favor of the other. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that a…
A Heart Opened to the Gospel 2026-11-02
Christians are called to proclaim the gospel far and wide, but God alone can make hearts receptive to the truth of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul tells…
Is God's Sovereignty Limited by Human Freedom? 2026-10-30
Is the sovereignty of God limited by our free will? Today, R.C. Sproul shows that this notion is not only wrong but it also poses great danger to…
Can We Open the Window? 2026-10-28
Do we have the power in ourselves to let the light of God's grace into the darkness of our sinful hearts? Today, R.C. Sproul exposes the fatal flaw…
The Last Step of Church Discipline 2026-10-26
Especially at a time when it's easy to hop from one congregation to another, we must take church discipline seriously. Today, R.C. Sproul explains…
The God of the Old Testament and the Father of Jesus 2026-10-23
Christians must be careful not to neglect the first 39 books of their Bibles. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the God revealed in the Old…
The Kingdom of God Is Not a Democracy 2026-10-21
The sovereign Lord of heaven and earth does not rule by referendum. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the absolute authority of God over creation and…
When We Meet Again in Heaven 2026-10-19
Will we recognize lost loved ones when we're reunited in heaven? Today, R.C. Sproul brings words of comfort to Christians in grief. Read the…
He Will Wipe Away Every Tear 2026-10-16
Though a mother may dry her children's tears, they will flow again. But when God Himself wipes away the tears of His people, their sorrow will be…
Justification Is More Than a Truce 2026-10-14
Peace in this world is so tenuous, for hostility may break out again at any moment. The peace we have with God, however, can never be interrupted.…
Destined for Holiness 2026-10-12
Do you know the reason why God created you? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies God's revealed purpose and destiny for His people. Read the transcript:…
The Insult of Idolatry 2026-10-09
What could be a greater insult to the holy God than for His image bearers to exchange His glory for the worship of created things? Today, R.C.…
The Sustaining Power of God 2026-10-07
Not only do we depend upon our Creator for the origin of our existence, but every moment of our continued existence relies upon the sustaining power…
He Came That We May Have Life 2026-10-05
What did Jesus teach was the reason for His coming into the world? Today, R.C. Sproul considers the gift of life that Christ gives to those who are…
Christian, Jesus Is Praying for You 2026-10-02
Our closest friends may forget to pray for us, but Jesus never will. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to take consolation in knowing that our…
God's Law as a Mirror 2026-09-30
If we want to see an accurate reflection of our moral character, we must look into the mirror of God's law. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the…
Mountaintop Moments and the Valley of Sacrifice 2026-09-28
The mountaintop experiences we enjoy in this life are not given by God to distract us from our Christian duty—they prepare us for sacrificial…
Can Governments Legislate Morality? 2026-09-25
"You can't legislate morality." Have you ever heard someone use that expression when talking about the role of the government? Today, R.C. Sproul…
Is Contradiction the Hallmark of Truth? 2026-09-23
As the father of lies, Satan would have us believe information that contradicts the Word of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that God's truth is…
Eyewitnesses of the Resurrected Lord 2026-09-21
Our faith in the resurrection of Jesus isn't based on hopeful inferences drawn from a missing body. Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to the testimony of…
"All I Need to Know Is Jesus" 2026-09-18
"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…
Are People Basically Good? 2026-09-16
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…
Satisfied in Christ 2026-09-14
If we're looking for complete satisfaction in anyone or anything other than Christ, we've guaranteed our own disappointment. Today, R.C. Sproul…
Is Christianity a Crutch? 2026-09-11
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…
Don't Rely on Fluctuating Feelings 2026-09-09
While 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…
The Guarantee of Our Redemption 2026-09-07
The Holy Spirit seals every true believer in Christ with the unfailing promise of complete redemption. Today, R.C. Sproul examines the source and…
Our Faith Is God's Mercy 2026-09-04
The 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…
Christ's Work of Intercession 2026-09-02
How 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…
Sin Is Unbelief 2026-08-31
One 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…
God Regulates Marriage 2026-08-28
Not 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…
Are We Depraved? 2026-08-26
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…
Faith in What? 2026-08-24
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 Father's Gifts to the Son 2026-08-21
Why 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…
Loved by the Father in the Son 2026-08-19
The 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…
The Source of Human Dignity 2026-08-17
Even 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.…
Applying the Wisdom of God's Word 2026-08-14
God 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…
Grace: More than a Life Preserver 2026-08-12
In 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…
Do Unbelievers Seek God? 2026-08-10
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…
The Standard of Goodness 2026-08-07
How 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…
Redeemed by the Triune God 2026-08-05
Our 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.…
The Purpose of Miracles 2026-08-03
What 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…
The Necessity of the New Birth 2026-07-31
There 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…
Communing with God in Prayer 2026-07-29
Prayer involves more than presenting our requests to God. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to enjoy communion with the Lord through prayers of…
Wait for God's Vindication 2026-07-27
Are 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…
Perspectives on the Death of Jesus 2026-07-24
Some 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.…
The Temptations of Adam and Christ 2026-07-22
Satan 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…
Out of Nothing, Nothing Comes 2026-07-20
If 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…
The Authority of the Apostles 2026-07-17
Are 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…
A Leap of Faith? 2026-07-15
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.…
God's Promise to Our Pain 2026-07-13
People 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…
Does God Repent? 2026-07-10
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…
The Indestructible Church 2026-07-08
As 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…
The Fearful Presence of the Holy One 2026-07-06
Nothing 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…
Jesus, Our Greatest Need 2026-07-03
Some 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…
God's Unbroken Promise & Unfailing Word 2026-07-01
How 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…
Worshiping in the Heavenly Sanctuary 2026-06-29
When Christians come together to worship the Lord, they aren't the only ones gathering. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the spiritual communion we…
Be Still and Know 2026-06-26
Christians 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…
The Only Firm Foundation 2026-06-24
The 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…
Ministry for the Whole Church 2026-06-22
The 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…
Gathering with the Visible Church 2026-06-19
When God saves us individually, He immediately places us in a community. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the importance of gathering together as the…
The Son of Man 2026-06-17
Why 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…
Excommunication 2026-06-15
There are times when excommunication is necessary for maintaining the purity of the church. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the essential importance of…
Do You Want to Be Righteous? 2026-06-12
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.…
Beware of Vain Philosophy 2026-06-10
Since the Holy Spirit is the One who converts hearts, should we even bother presenting to people a reasoned defense of the Christian faith? Today,…
The Feet That Bring Good News 2026-06-08
As 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…
True and False Churches 2026-06-05
Just 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.…
To the Praise of His Glorious Grace 2026-06-03
Some 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…
The Fate of the Innocent Native 2026-06-01
We'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?…
The Blessing and Curse of Christ's Return 2026-05-29
The day of Jesus' return will be a day of unparalleled joy for His people and a day of unspeakable horror for His enemies. Today, R.C. Sproul poses…
God Is Present When His People Suffer 2026-05-27
God never promised His people a life free from suffering and sorrow in this world. But He has promised to be with us when we hurt. Today, R.C.…
That Your Joy May Be Full 2026-05-25
How can Christians possess the full measure of joy that Jesus promises? Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that consistent joy and peace come from a…
The Benefit of Christ's Ascension 2026-05-22
When Jesus ascended into heaven and left His disciples behind, why did they respond "with great joy" (Luke 24:52)? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that…
Original Sin 2026-05-20
When Adam disobeyed God as our representative, all humanity became infected by sin. Today, R.C. Sproul explains the devastating consequences of…
Pastor, Where Is Your Final Authority? 2026-05-18
A pastor who does not submit to the Bible as his final authority is a menace to the kingdom of God. Today, R.C. Sproul insists that the supremacy of…
Taking Our Promises Seriously 2026-05-15
The world may entice us to play loosely with our promises, but God demands that we be people of our word. Today, R.C. Sproul underscores the gravity…
Where Is Boasting? 2026-05-13
The biblical doctrine of predestination makes it clear that our salvation rests entirely on the grace of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that as…
Is the Resurrection Essential? 2026-05-11
What meaning can Christianity still have if we discard the historical resurrection of Jesus? None whatsoever. Today, R.C. Sproul declares that…
Denying Our Depravity 2026-05-08
If we deny the depths of our depravity in order to obtain a better self-image, we will have lost far more than we've gained. Today, R.C. Sproul…
Is It Arrogant to Say Jesus Is the Only Way? 2026-05-06
Is it arrogant to believe that Jesus is the only way to God? Not when God has said so Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that we are duty…
Who Am I, to Receive Such Grace? 2026-05-04
If God treated us as we deserve, we would have nothing. Every blessing we enjoy is a gift of His extravagant mercy. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us…