Ultimately with R.C. Sproul Episodes
Drawn from a lifetime of Bible study, these moments of insight from R.C. Sproul can help you understand what you believe and why you believe it. Each brief episode is filled with theological wisdom to help you set your mind on what matters most.

Mountaintop Moments and the Valley of Sacrifice
September 28, 2026 Life IssuesThe mountaintop experiences we enjoy in this life are not given by God to distract us from our Christian duty—they prepare us for sacrificial ministry in the name of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul sets suffering and glory in the right perspective for Christians in a fallen world.
Can Governments Legislate Morality?
September 25, 2026 Government“You can’t legislate morality.” Have you ever heard someone use that expression when talking about the role of the government? Today, R.C. Sproul responds to this statement, reminding us of the ethical role that God has established for civil rulers.
Is Contradiction the Hallmark of Truth?
September 23, 2026 TruthAs the father of lies, Satan would have us believe information that contradicts the Word of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that God’s truth is never contradictory.
Eyewitnesses of the Resurrected Lord
September 21, 2026 ApologeticsOur faith in the resurrection of Jesus isn’t based on hopeful inferences drawn from a missing body. Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to the testimony of the many witnesses who saw, spoke with, and touched the risen Lord.
“All I Need to Know Is Jesus”
September 18, 2026 Bible Study“I don’t need to know theology. All I need to know is Jesus.” Has anyone said this to you before? Today, R.C. Sproul reveals the serious flaw built into this sentiment and explains the solution.
Are People Basically Good?
September 16, 2026 ManAre people basically good? Many seem to think so, but God’s Word says otherwise. Today, R.C. Sproul warns us not to grade our own righteousness on a curve, for the true standard of goodness is the perfect character of God.
Satisfied in Christ
September 14, 2026 Life IssuesIf we're looking for complete satisfaction in anyone or anything other than Christ, we've guaranteed our own disappointment. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to seek our supreme happiness not in our circumstances but in our Savior.
Is Christianity a Crutch?
September 11, 2026 ApologeticsSome people claim that Christianity is a crutch. In one sense, they’re right. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that it would be foolish for sinful people like us not to lean on Christ and live in complete reliance upon His mercy.
Don’t Rely on Fluctuating Feelings
September 9, 2026 Life IssuesWhile our feelings may deceive us, God’s promises never will. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the truthfulness of God’s Word rests not upon our ever-changing feelings but on His unchanging character.
The Guarantee of Our Redemption
September 7, 2026 The Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit seals every true believer in Christ with the unfailing promise of complete redemption. Today, R.C. Sproul examines the source and certainty of our perseverance in faith.
Our Faith Is God’s Mercy
September 4, 2026 God’s MercyThe whole of our salvation—even our faith in Christ—is given to us as an extravagant gift of God’s mercy. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that this truth should deepen our gratitude toward our gracious Redeemer.
Christ’s Work of Intercession
September 2, 2026 The Intercession of ChristHow can we be confident that our faith will endure to the end? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that our perseverance as Christians rests not in our own strength but in the ongoing intercession of Christ on our behalf.
Sin Is Unbelief
August 31, 2026 TemptationOne reason we find sin appealing is because we fail to believe what God says in His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul outlines the close relationship between sin and unbelief.
God Regulates Marriage
August 28, 2026 MarriageNot only has God instituted marriage, but He also governs marriage by His commandments. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to heed the Lord’s regulations for marriage—not merely out of obligation but for our good.
Are We Depraved?
August 26, 2026 Total DepravityWhat’s your gut reaction to the total depravity of man? Do you shrink from this doctrine because it sounds too pessimistic? Today, R.C. Sproul explains why so many people have this response.
Faith in What?
August 24, 2026 Faith and RepentanceWe’re justified by faith alone, but it isn’t a generic faith in anything whatsoever. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses our need to convey the truth of the gospel accurately before we can call someone to saving faith in Christ.
The Father’s Gifts to the Son
August 21, 2026 Unconditional ElectionWhy has God saved us from our sins? The answer is found not in our worthiness but in Christ’s. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the Father honors the redemptive work of His Son by giving Him a people from every tongue, tribe, and nation.
Loved by the Father in the Son
August 19, 2026 God’s LoveThe redemptive love of God for His people flows out from the Father’s eternal love for the Son. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means for the elect to be loved by God in Christ.
The Source of Human Dignity
August 17, 2026 ManEven many atheists are concerned about the dignity of human beings, but we cannot look at ourselves to find the basis for our dignity. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that human dignity is derived from God Himself.
Applying the Wisdom of God’s Word
August 14, 2026 Biblical InterpretationGod has given us His law in the Ten Commandments and His wisdom in the book of Proverbs, but the two weren’t intended to be read in exactly the same way. Today, R.C. Sproul helps us interpret the wisdom books of the Bible.
Grace: More than a Life Preserver
August 12, 2026 God’s GraceIn the grace of salvation, God doesn’t merely cast a life preserver for sinking souls to grasp. Instead, He takes those who have already drowned in the depths of the sea and breathes new life into them. Today, R.C. Sproul portrays the sovereign power of God’s saving grace in Christ.
Do Unbelievers Seek God?
August 10, 2026 ManPeople all around us are seeking peace, meaning, and eternal life—but that doesn’t mean they’re seeking the Lord. Today, R.C. Sproul distinguishes between those who seek God and those who seek the benefits God provides.
The Standard of Goodness
August 7, 2026 Law and GospelHow can we know what is truly good? What standard do we go by? Today, R.C. Sproul describes God’s law as a mirror that reflects the Lord’s righteous character and exposes our sin.
Redeemed by the Triune God
August 5, 2026 The TrinityOur redemption is the work of our triune God: planned by the Father, accomplished by the Son, and applied to us by the Holy Spirit. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the work of the Trinity in salvation.