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Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 20, 2025
Christians are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation, called to proclaim the praises of God and offer the sacrifice of prayer and praise. The doctrine of predestination is discussed, highlighting the sovereign election of God and the reprobation of those who refuse to bow before Christ. The kingdom of God transcends human borders and is a heavenly nation, where citizens are called to worship and praise God. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 13, 2025
Moses' life serves as an example of how to conquer fears and live a fruitful Christian life. By faith, he departed from Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king, and demonstrated courage and perseverance in the face of opposition. Understanding God's promises and power is key to overcoming fear and living a life of faith. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 13, 2025
Born-again Christians are called to lay aside malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander, and instead, desire the pure milk of the Word of God for spiritual growth and maturity. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 06, 2025
Moses' decision to reject the privileges of Egyptian royalty and identify with the people of God was motivated by his faith in God's promises and his understanding of the temporary nature of worldly delights compared to the eternal rewards of serving God. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
June 22, 2025
The faith of Moses' parents, Amram and Jacobed, is highlighted in Hebrews 11:23, where they hid their newborn son for three months to protect him from the edict of Pharaoh. Their faith is an example of courage and partnership with God, demonstrating that faith can produce remarkable actions and outcomes. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
June 22, 2025
The Bible describes the human heart as being dead in sin, enslaved to wicked desires, and morally incapable of choosing righteousness without the intervention of God's grace. The doctrine of original sin, as taught by Augustine, holds that humanity's fallen nature is characterized by moral inability, and that regeneration by the Holy Spirit is necessary for salvation. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
June 15, 2025
A godly life can have a profound influence on others, but it also comes with a price. Herod Antipas's story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of sinning against one's conscience and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. John the Baptist's courage in the face of danger and his commitment to truth and righteousness ultimately led to his execution, but his legacy continues to inspire and challenge us today. [... more]
Union Grove Baptist Church
Pastor Josh Evans
May 29, 2025
The Book of Revelation is a revelation of Jesus Christ, revealing future events and his identity, given to John on the island of Patmos to show his servants things that must shortly come to pass. It is a book of hope and anticipation about the imminent return of Jesus, not meant to scare but to bless, and is a cheat sheet for what the world will be like when Christ comes. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
May 18, 2025
The pastor reflects on the church's 52nd anniversary and homecoming service, highlighting the importance of divine revelation, the Aaronic priests' benediction, and the church's commitment to expositional preaching. He also discusses the church's transition from independent fundamental Baptists to Reformed Baptists and the impact of this change on their style of worship and understanding of salvation. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 20, 2025
The burial of Jesus marks the beginning of his exaltation, and his resurrection on the third day is a pivotal moment in the story of Holy Week. According to Luke's Gospel, Joseph of Arimathea, a secret disciple and member of the Sanhedrin, requests Jesus' body from Pontius Pilate and gives him a proper burial in a rich man's tomb. However, the women who follow Jesus to the tomb find it empty, and two men in dazzling apparel appear, telling them that Jesus has risen. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 13, 2025
The cosmic event of Jesus' crucifixion is compared to the creation story in Genesis, where God spoke light into existence. The darkness that fell on the day of Jesus' death is seen as a reversal of creation, symbolizing God's judgment and the atonement of Christ. This event is a turning point in human history, allowing access to God's presence through faith in Jesus Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 06, 2025
Jesus' words from the cross reveal His heart of forgiveness and redemption, even for those who crucified Him, highlighting the concept of invincible ignorance and the covenant of redemption that led to His sacrifice. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
March 09, 2025
Abraham's faith is an example of obedient and persevering faith, demonstrated by his willingness to leave his home and family to follow God's call, even when the destination was unknown. His faith was also heavenward, focused on the eternal city that God would build, rather than the temporary blessings of this world. Through Abraham's story, we learn the importance of faith, obedience, and pilgrimage in our own lives, and how these qualities are essential for a true relationship with God. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
February 23, 2025
The true purpose of God's law is to reveal His character and our sin, driving us to Christ for salvation. The law serves as a mirror, guardian, and bridle, restraining our natural inclinations to sin and guiding us in pleasing God. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
February 02, 2025
R.C. Sproul preaches on the importance of justification by faith alone, as seen in the book of Galatians, and how this doctrine is central to the Gospel. He explains how the Roman Catholic Church also believes in justification by faith, but with the addition of works, and how this leads to a misunderstanding of the Gospel. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
January 26, 2025
The Bible teaches that Christ died for believers, not for all people, and that His atonement was not just to make salvation possible but to ensure the salvation of those for whom He died. The concept of limited atonement is discussed, where God intended to save a remnant of the world and sent His Son to die for His sheep. The love of God is explored, including His benevolence, beneficence, and complacency, and how these concepts relate to the atonement and salvation. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
January 19, 2025
The Book of Romans reveals that God's wrath is directed against all unrighteousness and ungodliness of men, specifically the sin of suppressing truth. This universal sin is committed by every human being, who takes the truth of God and forces it into their subconscious. The truth that is suppressed is the knowledge of God, which is manifest in nature and clearly seen by all. God's self-existent eternal being is revealed in every leaf, every page, and every inch of the cosmos, making it impossible for humanity to claim ignorance. The refusal to honor God and be thankful defines our fallenness, and the natural man is at enmity with God. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
January 12, 2025
Apostasy is a serious matter, and the Bible teaches that there are two kinds of faith: superficial and genuine. Genuine faith perseveres through trials and sufferings, and it is a faith that continues to reach out to Christ and praise for that faith to increase. The will of God is what is pursued, and when we have that kind of faith, we receive the promise of salvation. The second coming of Christ is a great motivation to live a life of holiness and perseverance, and Christians are people of faith who must continue to live by faith and not draw back from it. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
January 05, 2025
Jesus responds to criticism about his disciples not fasting by explaining that as long as he is with them, there is no need for fasting, but when he is taken away, they will fast. He uses the analogy of a bridegroom and a new garment to illustrate that the old ways of the Pharisees cannot contain the newness of his teaching and the kingdom of God. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
December 23, 2024
R.C. Sproul delivers a Christmas sermon on the miraculous virgin birth of Jesus, explaining the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary and the supernatural power of God that overshadowed her womb. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
December 15, 2024
The church is the pillar and ground of the truth, upholding essential Christian doctrine and proclaiming it in the world. The mystery of godliness is revealed in the incarnation of Christ, who was manifested in the flesh, justified by the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the Gentiles, believed on in the world, and received up in glory. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
November 01, 2024
The concept of love and its fulfillment of the law is explored through the teachings of Saint Augustine and the Apostle Paul, highlighting the importance of loving one's neighbor and the distinction between natural and virtuous self-love. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
October 29, 2024
The doctrine of justification by faith alone is central to the Christian faith, and it's a matter of eternal consideration. R.C. Sproul explores this concept, discussing how God declares people just while they are still sinners, and how this is rooted in the biblical doctrine of the righteousness of Christ. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
October 20, 2024
True worship requires faith, assurance, and a clear conscience. Faith is the foundation of worship, and it must be accompanied by a sense of need, an embrace of truth, and a commitment to that truth. Assurance of faith is also essential, as it enables worship and gives believers confidence in their relationship with God. A clear conscience is necessary for worship, as unconfessed sin can hinder a believer's ability to worship God aright. Hope is a specialized compartment of faith, and it involves trusting God for the future and believing in His promises. Biblical hope is not just a feeling, but a firm grip on the promises of God, and it must be maintained through a disciplined consistency. The Bible teaches that God is faithful and that His promises will inevitably come to pass. Therefore, believers can have confidence in their hope and can stir up love and good works in others by exhorting them and demonstrating Christian love. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
October 13, 2024
The church's foundation is built upon the prophets and the apostles, with Christ as the chief cornerstone, unifying the building and making it a holy temple where Gentiles and Jews are knit together as living stones, a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
September 29, 2024
The doctrine of original sin is a pivotal concept in Christian theology, described in Ephesians chapter 2. According to Saint Augustine, the fall of Adam affected humanity at its core, leaving us in a state of moral inability. This concept is contrasted with the views of Pelagius, who argued that humanity remains morally capable of living lives of perfect righteousness. The order of salvation, or ordo salutis, is also explored, highlighting the role of God's initiative in regeneration and the importance of faith in Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
September 08, 2024
Jesus shows compassion to a widow who has lost her only son, raising him from the dead and demonstrating His power and authority over death, revealing Himself as the bishop and shepherd of our souls. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
September 01, 2024
The writer of Hebrews explains how Jesus Christ provides a better cleansing, is a better mediator, and is a better sacrifice than the old covenant. Jesus' sacrifice was once for all, and he secures a better salvation from death and judgment for those who trust in him. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
September 01, 2024
According to 1 Peter, believers are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation, with a special calling to proclaim God's praises and offer the sacrifice of praise. This is in contrast to those who are disobedient and destined for judgment, who stumble over the rock of offense, Jesus Christ. The doctrine of predestination is discussed, highlighting the sovereign election of God and the reprobation of those who reject Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
August 25, 2024
Born again Christians are to lay aside malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander, and instead desire the pure milk of the Word to grow in their faith and relationship with God. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
August 04, 2024
Jesus teaches that those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake are blessed and will receive a great reward in heaven. He also explains that the reward is not just for the future, but also for the present, as those who experience persecution are numbered among the prophets of the Old Testament who were also slandered and reviled for their faith. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 28, 2024
The promise of divine blessing for those who are merciful, pure in heart, and peacemakers is explored in the Sermon on the Mount. The beatific vision, where believers will see God face to face, is a future promise for those who have purified their hearts. Peacemakers are called to bring true peace without compromising integrity or truth, and their role is crucial in maintaining the unity and purity of the church. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 21, 2024
The Beatitudes, a core teaching of Christianity, emphasize the importance of qualities such as mourning, meekness, and righteousness in a believer's life. Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, as recorded in Matthew chapter 5, highlights the blessings that come from living a life of humility, compassion, and pursuit of righteousness. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 15, 2024
John the Baptist occupies a unique and significant place in redemptive history, bridging the gap between the Old and New Testament. He preached a message of repentance for the forgiveness of sins, emphasizing the importance of a change of mind that affects one's behavior. His ministry signaled the gospel age of the kingdom, and he prepared the way for the coming of the Messianic King and his kingdom. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 14, 2024
John the Baptist's ministry bridged the gap between the Old and New Testament, preparing the way for the coming of the Messianic King and his kingdom. He preached a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins, emphasizing the importance of a change of mind that affects one's behavior. The message of forgiveness is astounding, as God is not obligated to extend mercy and grace, but chose to forgive sinners through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 14, 2024
R.C. Sproul begins a sermon series on the Beatitudes, exploring the concept of blessedness and spiritual poverty. He explains that being poor in spirit means having a poverty of arrogance, and that this is a necessary condition for entering the kingdom of God. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 08, 2024
The Gospel of Mark begins with the ministry of John the Baptist, who prepares the way for Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Mark's emphasis on the gospel is the good news of what God has done in Jesus Christ to save a world lost in sin. He presents Christ as an active, energetic, swiftly moving, warring, conquering king, and highlights the importance of humility and servitude in following Jesus' example. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
July 07, 2024
The Gospel of Mark begins with the ministry of John the Baptist, who prepares the way for Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Mark's emphasis on the gospel is the good news of what God has done in Jesus Christ to save a world lost in sin. He presents Christ as an active, energetic, swiftly moving, warring, conquering king, and John the Baptist as a herald who precedes the king. Mark ties his gospel to the Old Testament scriptures, quoting prophecies that are fulfilled by John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. The gospel is not about human effort, but about God's redemption and the humility and servitude of those who follow Jesus. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
July 07, 2024
Discovering the sovereignty of God in Scripture changes how we live the Christian life and approach God in prayer. Recognizing that God chose us before the foundation of the world, we learn to trust in His plan and respond to His call, even when it challenges our understanding and doubts. As we explore the story of Apostle Paul, we see how God prepared him to be a chosen vessel to bear His name before kings, Gentiles, and Israelites, and how we too are called to be instruments of God's mission, carrying His name in a weighty business indeed. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
June 30, 2024
The conversion of Saul of Tarsus, a former persecutor of Christians, is a pivotal moment in biblical history. Through his dramatic transformation, Saul, later known as Paul, becomes a key figure in the early Christian church, spreading the message of Jesus Christ and establishing his apostleship. This journey highlights the power of faith and salvation, as well as the importance of biblical authority in understanding the role of Jesus Christ in the lives of believers. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
June 23, 2024
The New Covenant, inaugurated by Jesus Christ, is a divinely initiated agreement between God and man, replacing the Old Covenant, which was made with the physical descendants of Abraham but was broken and abandoned by God. The New Covenant offers inward illumination, spiritual identification, universal transformation, and complete reconciliation, providing a closer personal relationship with God and a new understanding of His word, making all who are part of it already converted and in need of no further evangelization. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
June 23, 2024
The Apostle Paul, born Saul of Tarsus, was a devout Jew who became a fierce persecutor of Christianity, but after a transformative experience, he became one of the greatest champions of the faith. His story serves as a testament to God's power to change lives and is a reminder of the importance of standing up against evil, even when it's difficult. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
June 16, 2024
R.C. Sproul preaches on the first martyr to die in the name of Jesus, the trial and stoning of Stephen, as recorded in Acts chapter 7. Stephen's defense is a lesson in redemptive history, taking his accusers through the entire Old Testament, explaining the Messiah and the law. He boldly proclaims the truth, and despite the hostile crowd, he sees Jesus standing at the right hand of God, his defense attorney and judge. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
June 09, 2024
The Holy Spirit gives us the fruit of the Spirit, including love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control, which mirrors God's own virtues and helps us walk in step with the Spirit. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
May 26, 2024
The book of Hebrews highlights the superiority of Jesus Christ as the High Priest, emphasizing his sinlessness and perfection, which enable him to save sinners from their sins. The Old Covenant system, with its imperfect priests and temporary solutions, is contrasted with the New Covenant, which provides a stronger promise, a subsequent promise, and a perfect high priest in Jesus Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
May 26, 2024
Paul affirms the truth of the gospel and his apostolic authority in his letter to the Galatians, emphasizing that the gospel is not a human message but a divine revelation from God. He shares his personal testimony of conversion, from being a zealous persecutor of the church to becoming an apostle, and highlights the sovereignty of God in his election and predestination. Paul stresses the importance of not changing or distorting the gospel, which is God's possession and message. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
May 19, 2024
The Apostle Paul's letter to the Galatians exposes the dangers of distorting the gospel message and the importance of upholding the authority of the New Testament. He warns against those who would add to or subtract from the gospel, emphasizing the exclusive nature of salvation through Jesus Christ. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
May 12, 2024
The Christian life is one of growth, not childish faith, but rather a faith that puts implicit trust in God and grows up to the fullness of Christ. The Apostle Paul speaks of apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers in Ephesians 4, highlighting their roles and the importance of spiritual growth and maturity. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
May 05, 2024
The writer of Hebrews assures Hebrew Christians of the superiority of Christ and the new covenant, demonstrating that Jesus is a better hope, a better covenant, a better priesthood, and a better salvation than the old covenant. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
May 05, 2024
According to Paul, when Christ ascended, He distributed gifts to His people, equipping them for ministry and the edifying of the body of Christ. This is made possible by the enabling grace of God, which is given to every believer according to the measure of Christ's gift. The concept of grace is central to this portion of the text, and it refers to a particular type of favor that God bestows on people that can't be earned or merited by anything they do. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
April 28, 2024
Pastor Greg Barkman continues his expositional series in Hebrews explaining from this passage why Jesus Christ is a better high priest than Aaron [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 28, 2024
The Christian life is characterized by humility, gentleness, and long-suffering, as believers are called to imitate God's patience and love. Paul's teachings in Ephesians emphasize the importance of unity, faith, and the sovereignty of God in our salvation, reminding us of our union with Christ and the Gospel. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
April 22, 2024
The Book of Revelation concludes with a solemn warning to the churches, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's Word. The warning cautions against adding to or taking away from the scriptures, highlighting the consequences of deliberate distortions and perversions of God's message. The overcomer is portrayed as one who holds fast to Christ, rejects selfish gain and compromise, and endures persecution and false teaching. Eternal blessing is promised to those who remain faithful and obedient to the end. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
April 21, 2024
The writer of Hebrews demonstrates that Jesus is greater than Abraham by highlighting the superiority of Melchizedek, a mysterious figure who received Abraham's tithes and blessed him. This passage explores the concepts of essential equality versus functional distinctions, the importance of understanding the gospel, and the role of Jesus Christ as the high priest after the order of Melchizedek. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 21, 2024
Paul's teaching in Ephesians chapter 4 emphasizes the importance of living a life worthy of our calling, which is rooted in the effectual calling of God. This calling is a monergistic work of God, where He sovereignly and unilaterally brings us out of death into life, and sets us up for a synergistic activity of working out our salvation with fear and trembling. [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
April 14, 2024
The mysterious Old Testament figure Melchizedek is a priest of the most high God, king of Salem, and king of righteousness. He foreshadows Christ in his priestly function, as a type of the eternal son of God and the eternal high priest. Melchizedek's priesthood is universal, not national, and is a royal priesthood, combining the roles of priest and king. He is a prototype of the high priesthood of Jesus Christ, and his story is a testament to the superiority of the New Covenant over the Old Covenant. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 14, 2024
R.C. Sproul explores the Apostle Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3, praying for a deeper understanding of God's love and character. He discusses the importance of seeking knowledge and spiritual maturity, and how this is essential for a meaningful relationship with God. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
April 07, 2024
Even when our bodies grow weak God is powerfully at work in us to strengthen His people spiritually Preaching from the book of Ephesians today R C Sproul addresses our reliance on the Holy Spirit for the empowerment and vitality of our souls Get R C Sproul's Expositional Commentary on Ephesians for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org ephesians-commentary Meet Today's Teacher R C Sproul - was known for his ability to winsomely and clearly communicate deep practical truths from God's Word He was founder of Ligonier Ministries first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's [... more]
Beacon Baptist
Gregory N. Barkman
March 18, 2024
The Holy Spirit and the church are called to make an evangelistic appeal to sinners to come to Christ, and to believers to continue drawing near to Him. This appeal is based on the promise of Jesus' return and the offer of living water, which is freely given to those who thirst and desire it. [... more]
Renewing Your Mind
R.C. Sproul
March 03, 2024
Pontius Pilate's interrogation of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John, reveals the Roman governor's weakness and pliability in the face of Jewish pressure. Despite declaring Jesus faultless, Pilate ultimately hands him over to be crucified, highlighting the tension between faith and religion, and the importance of truth and morality. [... more]
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