Renewing Your Mind The Glory of God’s Grace
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Jun 1, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and a prominent theologian, shares insights on the glory of God's grace in the context of Ephesians. He explores profound themes like divine election, emphasizing that faith stems from God's initiative. Sproul discusses the nature of spiritual blessings linked to predestination, advocating for gratitude over division. He also emphasizes that salvation is a divine gift, not a result of human effort, and encourages listeners to embrace the transformative power of grace in their spiritual journeys.
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Paul's Supreme Purpose Statement
- Paul's opening in Ephesians offers the supreme summary of the Christian faith as spiritual blessings in heavenly places.
- This passage sets the ultimate purpose and goal (telos) of Christianity, emphasizing God's sovereignty and grace.
Election as a Supreme Blessing
- Election is the first spiritual blessing and is a source of praise, not controversy.
- Paul presents election as an unconditional sovereign act of God, not based on foreseen human choice.
Purpose of Predestination
- God's predestination aims for believers' holiness and blamelessness.
- It also includes adoption as sons by Jesus Christ, highlighting God's loving purpose for the elect.
