Renewing Your Mind Who Is the Truth?
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Apr 23, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and a prominent theologian, dives into the essential interplay of faith and reason. He discusses how our perception of God's character shapes our worldview and highlights the dangers of a diluted faith within contemporary evangelicalism. Sproul also shares personal stories of struggle, emphasizing the importance of mental purity amidst skepticism. Listeners are encouraged to embrace a deeper understanding of grace and engage critically with their beliefs, fostering a robust Christian faith.
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Jim Tate's Seminary Struggles
- R.C. Sproul shared about his seminary friend Jim Tate who struggled with faith amidst tragedy and skepticism.
- Jim's deep concern for personal sanctification even extended to controlling thoughts during sleep.
Seminary's Hostile Skepticism
- Seminary's atmosphere of cynicism caused illness and doubt among many students.
- Sproul endured this skeptical environment but preserved his faith intact.
Faith Is A Reasonable Trust
- Faith and reason are not opposed but intertwined in Christianity.
- Christians should use reason, history, and perception as tools to strengthen faith, not reject them.