Renewing Your Mind

Joel Beeke, president and professor at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, dives into the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers. He reveals five compelling evidences from Romans 8 that show how the Spirit shapes conscience, fosters spiritual desires, and guides through Scripture. Beeke emphasizes the transformative power of adoption, allowing believers to call God 'Abba Father.' He also explores how suffering prepares us for inheritance, enhancing our witness as children of God.

Joel Beeke, a prominent Puritan scholar and president of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, dives into the often shaky ground of assurance in faith. He explains why personal sin and backsliding can erode our sense of security in salvation. Beeke discusses how God may withhold assurance as a form of correction and emphasizes the importance of clinging to divine promises during trials. Listeners learn that renewal of assurance is possible through repentance and spiritual discipline, offering hope for overcoming temporary doubts.

Joel Beeke, president of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary and an expert on assurance of faith, dives deep into cultivating spiritual assurance through practical disciplines. He explains the relationship between faith and assurance, using the acorn/oak analogy. Beeke identifies four key spiritual practices: Scripture reading, sacraments, prayer, and even afflictions that can enhance one's assurance. His insights on meditating on Scripture and the significance of prayer offer listeners a roadmap for spiritual growth and deeper confidence in their faith.

R.C. Sproul, a renowned theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, intricately explores the relationship between grace and the law in the Christian life. He uses Paul's marriage analogy from Romans to illustrate how believers are freed from the law's dominion through their union with Christ. Sproul emphasizes that while the law no longer serves as a means of salvation, it remains a vital guide for moral behavior and a mirror revealing God’s holiness. He further cautions against misinterpreting freedom as a license to sin, underscoring the transformative power of living in the Spirit.

Since we live under grace, we're no longer slaves to the law. Yet God's law still plays an important role in the Christian life. From his sermon series in Romans, today R.C. Sproul explains our relationship to the law as people justified by faith alone. Request R.C. Sproul's commentary on the book of Romans with your donation of any amount: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/4344/offer Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the Romans commentary ebook with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Tune out the noise and tune in to RefNet, Ligonier's free 24/7 internet radio app. Download today and start listening: http://refnet.fm/app Meet Today's Teacher: R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Meet the Host: Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of media for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

In this enlightening discussion, W. Robert Godfrey, a church history expert and teaching fellow at Ligonier Ministries, delves into Christ's powerful letters to Ephesus and Smyrna. He highlights the importance of maintaining love for Jesus, even amidst doctrinal correctness. Godfrey also addresses the persecution faced by Smyrna's believers, offering hope and assurance of eternal life. With his deep insights into the literary structure of Revelation and the geographical context of the seven churches, he reveals profound lessons for modern Christians.

Joel Kim, president of Westminster Seminary California and expert on New Testament studies, dives into the dynamic connection between doctrine and worship. He shares personal stories about family worship, emphasizing that true understanding of theology naturally leads to joyful singing. Kim highlights Paul's teachings in Colossians on thankfulness, redemption, and our personal union with Christ. He also explores a powerful doxological hymn, revealing how Christ is central to creation and reconciliation, encouraging believers to let their theology inspire heartfelt worship.

In this insightful conversation, Joel Kim, president and assistant professor of New Testament at Westminster Seminary California, dives deep into the Apostle Paul's powerful prayer life. He breaks down four key elements of Paul's prayers that shape our own spiritual journeys. Listeners discover how mature Christians exhibit increasing dependence on God and the importance of gratitude and intercession in prayer. Kim emphasizes ongoing prayer as a vital practice for personal and communal growth, demonstrating how Paul's approach can inspire our daily lives.

Joel Kim, President at Westminster Seminary California, dives into Paul’s letter to the Colossians, asserting that Jesus is sufficient amidst false teachings. He discusses how identity in Christ affects daily living and highlights the internal and external pressures faced by the Colossian church. Central to the conversation is the affirmation of Christ’s lordship over creation and redemption. Kim emphasizes practical applications for modern believers, urging them to remain rooted in faith and thankful as they navigate life's anxieties.

R.C. Sproul, a renowned Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, explores profound truths about forgiveness and resurrection. He discusses the personal impact of believing in Christ’s forgiveness and the objective nature of guilt relating to God's law. Sproul assures that for those in Christ, there’s no condemnation, even amid lingering feelings of guilt. He emphasizes the hope in bodily resurrection, contrasting earthly struggles with the promise of everlasting life rooted in the gospel.