Renewing Your Mind

Ligonier Ministries
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7 snips
Nov 23, 2025 • 26min

Bread from Heaven

R.C. Sproul, a renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, dives into the spiritual depths of Jesus as the bread of life. He emphasizes that merely working for daily sustenance leaves one in perpetual hunger, urging listeners to seek eternal fulfillment instead. Sproul explores Jesus' divine authority, linking His actions to Old Testament imagery, and discusses the disciples' journey from struggle to peace upon Jesus' arrival. He critiques the crowd's motives for following Jesus, advocating for a pursuit of authentic faith over fleeting desires.
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18 snips
Nov 22, 2025 • 26min

The Lord's Prayer: Honoring Our Father

R.C. Sproul, a renowned Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, explores the depths of the Lord's Prayer and its implications for our relationship with God. He emphasizes the importance of addressing God as 'Our Father,' highlighting our adoption into His family. Sproul also discusses prayer as an antidote to anxiety, the significance of thanksgiving, and how supplication and intercession work within the Trinity. His insights reveal that the Lord's Prayer serves as a powerful model for meaningful communication with God.
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7 snips
Nov 21, 2025 • 26min

The Lord's Day as Sabbath

W. Robert Godfrey, a prominent church historian and president emeritus at Westminster Seminary California, delves into the significance of the Lord's Day in this discussion. He explores Revelation 1:10 to highlight the uniqueness of this day for Christians. Godfrey argues against the ‘all days alike’ perspective, emphasizing the early church's practice of Sunday worship. He also distinguishes between the moral and ceremonial aspects of the Fourth Commandment, asserting that the Sabbath remains essential in the New Covenant, enhancing our understanding of worship.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 26min

The Reality of Our Sin

In this engaging discussion, R.C. Sproul, a renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, delves deep into the nature of sin. He emphasizes that sin is an intrinsic flaw, not a mere external stain. Sproul critiques the tendency to minimize sin, explaining its serious implications for humanity's relationship with God. He also explores how God’s holiness contrasts with human failings and discusses why forgiveness, though gracious, is not an essential trait of the divine. A thought-provoking analysis you won't want to miss!
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Nov 19, 2025 • 26min

The Duality of Man

R.C. Sproul, a revered Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, dives into the profound relationship between body and soul. He explores how Jesus embodies the perfect image of God, emphasizing the importance of both physical and spiritual aspects in Christianity. Sproul also critiques the anti-physical heresies of Greek philosophy and affirms the significance of bodily resurrection. Through his insights, he underscores the unity of body and soul, challenging the notion of duality in favor of their harmonious coexistence.
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8 snips
Nov 18, 2025 • 26min

The Image of God

R.C. Sproul, a distinguished theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, delves into the profound concept of the imago Dei, or the image of God, and its implications for human dignity. He contrasts theological views of humanity with more descriptive approaches, emphasizing our unique status among creation. Sproul discusses the persistence of God's image in humans post-Fall and connects this doctrine to pressing ethical issues like abortion and euthanasia. His insights illuminate how our understanding of the imago Dei shapes life and moral responsibility.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 26min

Man: The Supreme Paradox

In this discussion, R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and an influential Reformed theologian, delves into the nature of humanity according to God's perspective. He critiques modern definitions of what it means to be human, emphasizing that they often fall short. Sproul also explores self-consciousness, drawing on Pascal's insights about the duality of human experience—its grandeur and misery. He surveys historical philosophical attempts to define man, advocating for a comprehensive understanding that transcends mere biology.
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Nov 16, 2025 • 26min

Feeding the Five Thousand

In this enlightening talk, R.C. Sproul, founder of Ligonier Ministries and esteemed theologian, delves into the profound implications of the feeding of the five thousand. He highlights Jesus' identity as the Bread of Life, illustrating how this miracle reveals divine provision. Sproul examines the significance of the miracle's inclusion in all four Gospels and critiques rationalistic interpretations. He also discusses the crowd's desire to crown Jesus as king and explores the deeper spiritual truths behind this miraculous event.
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11 snips
Nov 15, 2025 • 26min

Confession

R.C. Sproul, a renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, dives into the profound topic of confession. He emphasizes that genuine repentance involves appealing to God's mercy rather than making excuses. Sproul explores the significance of Psalm 51 as a model for confession, highlighting the need for inner truth and the acknowledgment of sin's seriousness. He discusses the difference between contrition and attrition, and how true penitence accepts God's judgment while yearning for forgiveness. Sproul beautifully articulates that a broken spirit is the sacrifice God desires.
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14 snips
Nov 14, 2025 • 26min

The Adversary

R.C. Sproul, a renowned Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, delves into the nature of Satan as the ultimate adversary of God and believers. He discusses common misconceptions about Satan's power, emphasizing that he is a created being with limitations. Sproul cautions against viewing Satan as mere superstition, highlighting his craftiness in the Garden of Eden. Using imagery of a lion, he teaches that Christians can resist Satan through the Holy Spirit and spiritual armor, while also addressing the critical distinction between minimizing and exaggerating his influence.

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