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.

The Cure for Our Unhappiness
March 24, 2025 ContentmentWhat would it take to make you happy—truly happy? Today, R.C. Sproul gets to the heart of our discontentment and conveys the source of lasting fulfillment.
The Key to a Christian Worldview
March 21, 2025 WorldviewHow we think about God determines how we think about the world and our lives in it. Today, R.C. Sproul testifies to the importance of theology for every aspect of the Christian life.
Sin Is Cosmic Treason
March 19, 2025 SinBecause sin is commonplace, we tend to think that it isn’t a very serious problem. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of God’s perspective on sin and our absolute need for His mercy.
Cast into the Outer Darkness
March 17, 2025 Heaven and HellWe were created to bask in the light of the glory of Christ. To reject Jesus is to be shut out into impenetrable darkness under the everlasting judgment of God. Today, R.C. Sproul solemnly warns of the worst possible doom that could ever befall us.
Is the Trinity a Contradiction?
March 14, 2025 The TrinityIs the doctrine of the Trinity an irrational contradiction? Today, R.C. Sproul answers an objection to the Christian faith and explains why the triune nature of God is logically coherent.
Education Cannot Save Us
March 12, 2025 SinGreater education will not make our problems go away, but it can enable us to sin with greater sophistication. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that sin is much more than ignorance of the facts—it is rebellion against the holy God.
In the Beginning, God
March 10, 2025 CreationismThe doctrine of creation is under attack by people seeking to escape the authority of God’s Word. Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that science and reason demand a self-existent Creator in order to explain the universe as we know it.
Is God Beyond Words?
March 7, 2025 Knowing GodCan we say anything meaningful about the transcendent, holy God? Today, R.C. Sproul shows that while our words have their limits in theology and many other disciplines, we can speak truly about the God who has made Himself known.
You Are in Covenant with God
March 5, 2025 The CovenantsAll people in all places at all times are in a covenant relationship with God. Today, R.C. Sproul considers a question with eternal consequences: which covenant do you belong to?
The “Enlightenment” of the Western World
March 3, 2025 SinSome thinkers claim that by casting God out of its thinking, the Western world has finally entered maturity. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that our culture is actually in a state of juvenile rebellion. Listen on Apple Podcasts or your podcast platform of choice.
The Most Distorted Verse in the Bible
February 28, 2025 God’s LoveJohn 3:16 is one of the most famous verses in the Bible. It’s also one of the most distorted passages in Scripture. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what this verse actually teaches about the depths of God’s love in salvation.
Covered by the Righteousness of Christ
February 26, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementWhen we stand before God, what we’ll need more than anything else is to be covered in the perfect righteousness of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that this covering is the promise of the gospel for all who believe.
The Righteous Anger of God
February 24, 2025 God’s WrathBecause God is a righteous Judge, He is angry with the wicked every day (Ps. 7:11). Today, R.C. Sproul explains how this wrathful indignation is justified.
Training for an Excellent Marriage
February 21, 2025 MarriageMany of us invest significant time and money in preparing for our career. Do we give the same priority to preparing for an excellent marriage? Today, R.C. Sproul exhorts us to consider how we may become more intentional as spouses.
Acceptable Worship
February 19, 2025 WorshipIf it weren’t for Jesus and His priestly work on our behalf, our worship would never be acceptable to God. Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the kind of worship that pleases the Lord.
The Goal of the Christian Life
February 17, 2025 GodlinessWhat is the goal of the Christian life? Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that our aim as believers isn’t to pursue spirituality or piety, but something greater.
Reading the Hard Parts of the Bible
February 14, 2025 Tough TextsWhat should we do when we find passages of the Bible that frighten or confuse us? Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us not to avoid the hard passages of Scripture, but to fix our attention on them for our growth.
Jesus’ Compassion for Lost Sheep
February 12, 2025 The Person of ChristJesus does not neglect a single lowly soul who seeks Him for help and direction. In His compassion, Christ calls the meek to Himself and cares for their needs. Today, R.C. Sproul speaks on the heart of Christ toward the sheep without a shepherd.
The Redemption Accomplished by Christ
February 10, 2025 Limited AtonementJesus set out to save His people, and He accomplished this mission perfectly and effectively. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the biblical doctrine of definite atonement manifests the unfailing purposes of God.
The Word of God Endures Forever
February 7, 2025 The ScripturesNewspapers and magazines soon become irrelevant. But God’s Word abides forever. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches on the enduring truth, authority, and relevance of the Bible.
Led by the Holy Spirit
February 5, 2025 The Holy SpiritHow many times have you heard a Christian say, “The Holy Spirit led me to do this”? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies the primary way in which the Spirit leads the people of God.
A Future for the People of God
February 3, 2025 The Return of ChristTry as we may, we cannot bring back the past. But there is a marvelous future for the people of God, anchored in a promise that cannot fail. Today, R.C. Sproul looks to the hope of the resurrection.
The Beatific Vision
January 31, 2025 God’s GloryNow, we trust in a God that we cannot see. But when our lives come to an end, we will behold Christ in His unveiled splendor and glory. Today, R.C. Sproul strives to describe the supreme hope that awaits every Christian: the beatific vision.
Understanding the Holiness of God
January 29, 2025 God’s HolinessThe more we understand the holiness of God, the more we will pursue lives of holiness as we seek to bring Him glory. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what happens as we contemplate the character of our Lord.