Renewing Your Mind with R.C. Sproul

Defining terms is critical to understanding and communicating the Protestant position on justification. Today, R.C. Sproul concludes our study of the Roman Catholic view and begins to define the terms in the phrase justification by faith alone.

The best way to understand the Reformed view of justification is in comparison to the Roman Catholic view of justification. Today, R.C. Sproul reviews the Roman Catholic view of justification as defined at the Council of Trent.

Martin Luther's discovery of the imputation of Christ's righteousness to the believer changed everything. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how this discovery was a precursor to the Reformation.

Martin Luther's role in the Reformation cannot be overstated. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the life of Martin Luther is essential to the historical framework of the Reformation and its central importance for the doctrine of justification by faith alone.

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is essential to our understanding of the gospel itself. Today, R.C. Sproul argues that justification by faith alone remains, to this day, a doctrine with eternal consequences.

Beloved for the way in which it highlights Jesus' care for those on the margins of society and for its care in telling the story of our Savior's life and ministry, the gospel of Luke has always been treasured by the Christian church. R.C. Sproul's expositional study of this inspired account of Jesus looks at the significant events of His life and His teachings while unfolding the meaning of both for us today.

Beloved for the way in which it highlights Jesus' care for those on the margins of society and for its care in telling the story of our Savior's life and ministry, the gospel of Luke has always been treasured by the Christian church. R.C. Sproul's expositional study of this inspired account of Jesus looks at the significant events of His life and His teachings while unfolding the meaning of both for us today.

When one looks at his or her performance as they try to live the Christian life, they can become disheartened; many even to the point of doubting their salvation. For most, the dream of perfectionism is a nightmare. Today, R.C. Sproul will show how one's assurance is all a matter of where we place our trust.

Perhaps you have a lot in common with a 16th century lawyer turned monk, Martin Luther. It was his personal struggle with the demands of God's law that led him to the most blessed assurance of his salvation when he finally understood the biblical doctrine of justification by faith alone. Today, R.C. Sproul will explain, if your justification is not understood correctly, then your Christian growth will be a frustrated endeavor.

Often when we hear the word Pharisee, we are prone to think of terms like hypocrite, viper, or some other less than noble description. But the religious leaders of Jesus' day weren't completely devoid of virtue; they were doing something right. And for that "something," they received the approval of Jesus Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at this "something" and calls us to prioritize our spiritual walk.

The establishing of goals is important to any of life's endeavors, and even more so in our spiritual growth. So, what is the goal of the Christian life? Where do you set your sights? Can there be anything higher? Today, R.C. Sproul considers what the Bible has to say about this topic as he discusses "The Goal of Spiritual Growth."

Are you struggling with sin? Not satisfied with where you are in your sanctification? Do you become frustrated at times when you consider where you are in your spiritual growth? Today, R.C. Sproul considers and examines what to expect in "The Struggle for Spiritual Growth."

Beloved for the way in which it highlights Jesus' care for those on the margins of society and for its care in telling the story of our Savior's life and ministry, the gospel of Luke has always been treasured by the Christian church. R.C. Sproul's expositional study of this inspired account of Jesus looks at the significant events of His life and His teachings while unfolding the meaning of both for us today.

Beloved for the way in which it highlights Jesus' care for those on the margins of society and for its care in telling the story of our Savior's life and ministry, the gospel of Luke has always been treasured by the Christian church. R.C. Sproul's expositional study of this inspired account of Jesus looks at the significant events of His life and His teachings while unfolding the meaning of both for us today.

If God alone is responsible for the salvation of the elect, does that mean He creates unbelief in those He didn't elect? Examining this question, R.C. Sproul clearly establishes that God is not the author of sin and does not create unbelief.