Ultimately with R.C. Sproul Who’s Truly Sovereign?
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Sep 3, 2025 Many people claim to understand God's sovereignty, but often their beliefs suggest that humans hold control. The conversation dives into the biblical meaning of divine sovereignty, exposing a disconnect between belief and understanding among Christians. It challenges listeners to reflect on how God's control intersects with human agency, sparking a deeper exploration of faith.
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Scripture Emphasizes Divine Sovereignty
- R.C. Sproul observes Scripture places strong emphasis on God's sovereignty rather than making it a peripheral point.
- He argues many Christians verbally affirm God's sovereignty but actually practice belief in human control.
Verbal Assent Vs. Actual Belief
- Every Christian claims to believe God is sovereign, yet Sproul finds this often only lip service.
- Deeper questioning reveals many Christians actually hold to the sovereignty of man instead.
Interrogate Your Assumptions
- Test your own beliefs by honest interrogation about what you think God ordains and what humans control.
- Allow Scripture to reshape any comfortable assumptions that place ultimate control with humanity.