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Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

April 13, 2026

How The Pilgrim’s Progress Became One of the Most Read Books in History

John Bunyan's masterpiece, The Pilgrim's Progress, is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for centuries with its allegorical tale of Christian's journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City. Written while Bunyan was in prison, the novel has become one of the most widely read and influential works of English literature, with its themes of faith, redemption, and the human condition continuing to resonate with readers today. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 06, 2026

Legacies of Light: Joni Erickson Tada

Johnny Erickson Tata's life was forever changed after a diving accident left her paralyzed from the neck down. She turned to the book of Job for answers and found a deep connection with the biblical figure's story of suffering. As she navigated her own struggles, Johnny learned to trust God and found a sense of purpose in her ministry, which has touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

February 20, 2026

A Pilgrim’s Progress (Part 2 of 2)

Alastair Begg explains how having the right focus can help us find satisfaction in life and be at peace with the prospect of death, drawing from the story of Jacob and Joseph in Genesis. [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

February 19, 2026

A Pilgrim’s Progress (Part 1 of 2)

Jacob's journey to reunite with his son Joseph is a powerful reminder of the importance of spiritual health and obedience to God. As Jacob navigates his way through the complexities of family affection and God's mandate, he reveals a profound understanding of the need for spiritual life and the consequences of spiritual death. Through his story, we see the significance of prioritizing eternity over time and the role of God's sovereignty in guiding our lives. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

November 07, 2025

The Celestial City

Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress is a tract to help Christians understand the reality of death and face it with assurance, expectation, and hope, knowing Christ has conquered death by his resurrection from the dead. The story follows Christian's journey to the celestial city, highlighting the struggle of death and the importance of preparation, faith, and justification by faith alone. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

November 06, 2025

The Delectable Mountains

In John Bunyan's classic allegory, The Pilgrim's Progress, the Lord's Day is depicted as a time of spiritual growth and renewal, a 'market day of the soul' where Christians can acquire spiritual blessings and draw closer to God. The Puritans saw the Lord's Day as a time to gather together under the oversight of godly shepherds, who feed and care for the flock, and to catch glimpses of heaven through the scriptures. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

November 05, 2025

The Castle of Giant Despair

In the darkest moments of life, Christians can find solace in the promise of God's covenant. A key to unlocking this promise is found in the story of Christian and Hopeful, two pilgrims who navigate the treacherous path of Doubting Castle, where they face the temptation of despair and the danger of giant Despair. With the help of the promise, they find a way out of their prison and continue their journey to the celestial city. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

November 04, 2025

The Godless City: Vanity Fair

In John Bunyan's classic allegory, The Pilgrim's Progress, Christian and Faithful navigate the temptations of Vanity Fair, a town built by Satan, where worldly desires and pleasures are on display. As they journey through the city, they are arrested, put on trial, and Faithful is martyred, demonstrating the cost of being a faithful witness to the gospel. The story highlights the importance of standing out from the world, being different, and having a deep hatred for sin, as well as the marks of true discipleship, including a willingness to die for one's faith. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

November 03, 2025

The Valley of the Shadow of Death

In John Bunyan's allegory, The Pilgrim's Progress, Christian navigates the Valley of the Shadow of Death, a place of spiritual darkness and temptation, where he must rely on prayer and the support of his friend Faithful to overcome the challenges of assurance and spiritual death. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

July 01, 2025

The Chief Shepherd

Peter exhorts elders to shepherd the flock of God with humility, willingly, and eagerly, not for personal gain or domineering, but as examples of the Great Shepherd, who will give them the unfading crown of glory when he appears. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

May 29, 2025

John Bunyan's timeless classic, The Pilgrim's Progress, follows the journey of Christian as he navigates the spiritual path, confronting his burden of sin and the temptations of Vanity Fair. Written in 1676 while Bunyan was imprisoned, the novel has become one of the most widespread books in existence, influencing writers and readers for centuries. [... more]

Baptist Bible Hour

Lasserre Bradley, Jr.

February 23, 2025

Longing For Home - Part 1 of 1

We long for a better home that's on the other side, a heavenly home where we'll be with God and experience eternal life. This longing is not just about escaping troubles, but about being present with the Lord and being transformed into His image. As we navigate life's struggles, we must fix our eyes on the unseen, trusting in God's promises and seeking to live for His glory. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

January 23, 2025

The Castle of Giant Despair

Christians can find themselves captured by giant despair in the basement of doubting castle, a dark place where darkness is the only friend. The story of Christian and Hopeful's journey in Pilgrim's Progress shows how to escape this place and find hope in the promise of God's covenant. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

January 22, 2025

The Interpreter's House

Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress is a sobering reminder of the Christian life as a battle from beginning to end, where perseverance is vital to avoid apostasy and ensure salvation, highlighting the importance of faith alone in Christ alone and the need to stand firm against sin and the world. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

January 21, 2025

The Wicket Gate

John Bunyan's personal journey through conviction of sin and his search for salvation parallels the story of Christian in Pilgrim's Progress, highlighting the struggles of the Christian life and the free offer of the gospel. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

January 20, 2025

The City of Destruction

John Bunyan's personal experience of salvation is reflected in his classic allegorical tale, The Pilgrim's Progress, which explores the journey of Christian as he seeks to find salvation and escape the city of destruction. [... more]

What's Right What's Left

Pastor Ernie Sanders

November 28, 2024

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The Pilgrims' journey to establish the Plymouth Colony in 1620 was marked by struggles, including harsh winters, disease, and famine. However, with the help of the Wampanoag tribe and Squanto, they were able to adapt and thrive. Meanwhile, John Bunyan's story of perseverance and faith in the face of adversity serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing firm in one's convictions, even in the face of opposition. [... more]

Growing in Grace

Eugene Oldham

November 03, 2024

Pilgrim's Regress

Paul warns the Galatians of the dangers of idolatry and turning away from Christ, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty in salvation and the consequences of rejecting the true Gospel. [... more]

The Masculine Journey

Sam Main

October 12, 2024

Left Behind After Hours

Giving up control and surrendering to God can lead to freedom and a deeper connection with Him. Through stories of personal struggles and experiences, the hosts discuss the importance of forgiveness, generosity, and trust in their faith journey. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

October 04, 2024

Moving Forward in Reverse

Paul's imprisonment serves to advance the Gospel, and he interprets his trials as opportunities for God's plan to move forward. He shows how reversals in life can be used by God to make forward progress, and how faithful living can be contagious. [... more]