Renewing Your Mind

Grace Alone: God Rescues Us

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Mar 18, 2025
In this thought-provoking discussion, R.C. Sproul, a revered theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, dives into the deep waters of grace and justification. He explores the origins of faith—is it something we generate, or a divine gift? Sproul sheds light on historical debates, particularly between Augustine and Pelagius, illuminating the complexities of original sin and divine grace. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of God’s grace for righteousness, showing how these age-old theological insights remain relevant today.
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Faith As God’s Gift

  • Justification by faith alone is rooted in the deeper principle of sola gratia (grace alone).
  • Faith itself is a gift from God, not something we contribute to earn salvation.
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Faith Must Not Be a Work

  • Saying faith is a human work undermines God's sovereignty in salvation.
  • Arminianism is criticized for elevating faith to an act we perform rather than a divine gift.
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Free Will Views Are Pagan

  • Many common Christian views on free will carry pagan assumptions.
  • Holding incorrect theological ideas doesn’t necessarily make one not a Christian.
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