God Is Present When His People Suffer

The day of Jesus' return will be a day of unparalleled joy for His people and a day of unspeakable horror for His enemies. Today, R.C. Sproul poses a searching question: Which will it be for you? Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-blessing-and-curse-of-christs-return/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

God never promised His people a life free from suffering and sorrow in this world. But He has promised to be with us when we hurt. Today, R.C. Sproul invites us to take courage in the presence of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/god-is-present-when-his-people-suffer/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

How can Christians possess the full measure of joy that Jesus promises? Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates that consistent joy and peace come from a consistent walk with Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/that-your-joy-may-be-full/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

When Jesus ascended into heaven and left His disciples behind, why did they respond "with great joy" (Luke 24:52)? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that Christ's ascension to His glorious throne is of great benefit to His church. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-benefit-of-christs-ascension/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

When Adam disobeyed God as our representative, all humanity became infected by sin. Today, R.C. Sproul explains the devastating consequences of Adam's fall and our need for a new representative: Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/original-sin-ultimately-podcast/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

A pastor who does not submit to the Bible as his final authority is a menace to the kingdom of God. Today, R.C. Sproul insists that the supremacy of Scripture is nonnegotiable in ministry and in the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/pastor-where-is-your-final-authority/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The world may entice us to play loosely with our promises, but God demands that we be people of our word. Today, R.C. Sproul underscores the gravity of our oaths and vows in the sight of the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/taking-our-promises-seriously/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The biblical doctrine of predestination makes it clear that our salvation rests entirely on the grace of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that as Christians, we have nothing to boast about in and of ourselves. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/where-is-boasting/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

What meaning can Christianity still have if we discard the historical resurrection of Jesus? None whatsoever. Today, R.C. Sproul declares that Christ's empty tomb is essential to our faith, our ethics, and our hope. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-the-resurrection-essential/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

If we deny the depths of our depravity in order to obtain a better self-image, we will have lost far more than we've gained. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that recognizing our sinful corruption is foundational to understanding the gospel. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/denying-our-depravity/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts