Renewing Your Mind Born to Sin?
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Jul 25, 2025 
R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and a key figure in Reformed theology, discusses the complex interplay between free will, desires, and moral choices. He delves into Jonathan Edwards' teachings, questioning where our desires originate and how they influence our decisions. Exploring unconscious motivations, Sproul illustrates how even simple choices can expose deeper inclinations. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of God's grace, addressing how it impacts the human will and invites listeners to reflect on true freedom in their faith and choices.
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Will as Mind's Choice
- Jonathan Edwards defines the will as the mind choosing what it considers good or pleasing at the moment. - All choices are caused by prior causes, specifically our inclinations and desires influencing what we consider good.
Choices Follow Strongest Inclination
- Human choices are always motivated by inclinations, with the strongest inclination determining the decision. - Freedom means choosing according to your strongest desire at that moment, not being indifferent or arbitrary.
Diet Conflict Example
- R.C. Sproul illustrates conflicting desires with dieting and temptation to eat a chocolate sundae. - The moment you desire the sundae more than weight loss, you choose to eat it.
