Ultimately with R.C. Sproul The High Standard of Holiness
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Nov 19, 2025 Explore the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler, revealing profound truths about eternal life. Discover how superficial standards of goodness fall short of God’s holiness. R.C. Sproul emphasizes that mere rule-keeping can't fulfill the deeper demands of love for God and neighbor. The podcast delves into humanity’s struggle to love God completely and the radical test of devotion presented to the rich man. The young ruler's sorrowful choice highlights the contrast between divine expectations and human limitations.
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The Rich Young Ruler's Encounter
- A wealthy young man runs to Jesus asking, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?"
- He falls before Jesus and displays earnest but misplaced confidence in his goodness.
Goodness Measured By God, Not Comparison
- Jesus probes the man's shallow understanding by asking, "Why do you call me good?"
- The man judged himself by others instead of God's standard of goodness.
The Law Targets Heart Motives
- Jesus expands the law beyond external acts to internal motives like hatred and lust.
- The law's essence is loving God wholly and loving your neighbor as yourself.