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.

Is God Sovereign over Our Suffering?
December 10, 2025 SufferingSince the Bible teaches that God is in control of all things, why do Christians still suffer? Today, R.C. Sproul reassures us that even tragedies have a place in God’s good purposes for His people.
The Virgin Birth
December 8, 2025 MiraclesOne miracle in the New Testament is subject to the fiercest criticism: the virgin birth of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the conception of Jesus is recorded in Scripture not as a biological anomaly but as an awesome display of the power of God.
No Delight in the Death of the Wicked
December 5, 2025 The Nature of GodGod finds no enjoyment in the destruction of the wicked. But because He is good, the Lord will ensure that justice is done. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that even in His benevolence toward sinners, God will never negotiate His holiness.
Living Water for Longing Souls
December 3, 2025 The GospelOnce we taste the grace of Christ, our lives will never be the same. Today, R.C. Sproul tells the story of an outcast whose encounter with Jesus brought satisfaction to her soul's deepest desires.
Saved by the Works of Christ
December 1, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementWhile Adam failed to obey God and brought humanity into ruin, Jesus perfectly kept His Father’s commandments to bring salvation to His people. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that we are saved by works—the works of Christ on our behalf.
Far as the Curse Is Found
November 28, 2025 The GospelIt is not only mankind that suffers as a result of sin. Nature itself groans under the curse. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that though we suffer now, Christ will redeem His entire creation.
The Serpent-Crushing Savior
November 26, 2025 The GospelAfter Adam and Eve succumbed to Satan’s temptation, God had every right to destroy the human race. Instead, He promised a Redeemer who would crush the devil’s head and deliver His people from judgment. Today, R.C. Sproul expounds on the first promise of the gospel: Genesis 3:15.
Living by Faith
November 24, 2025 JustificationBecause we have peace with God through His Son, we can trust Him throughout our Christian pilgrimage. Today, R.C. Sproul conveys how sanctification is as much by faith as justification is.
Giving Grateful Praise
November 21, 2025 ThankfulnessBy His own blood, Jesus has cleansed us of all our sin. How can we fail to be grateful? Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates how true gratitude to our Redeemer produces reverent worship and joyful service in our lives.
The High Standard of Holiness
November 19, 2025 GodlinessLike the rich young ruler, we try to drag God down to meet our cheapened understanding of holiness. Today, R.C. Sproul demonstrates why we cannot rely on ourselves to become righteous in the eyes of the Lord.
The Name above Every Name
November 17, 2025 The Ascension and Exaltation of ChristFor His redemptive work, Christ has received “the name that is above every name” (Phil. 2:9). That name isn’t “Jesus,” as you might expect. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the name bestowed on Christ declares His identity as our Savior and our Sovereign.
Be Holy as I Am Holy
November 14, 2025 ManGod’s law calls us to be exactly what we were made to be: people who reflect the holy character of our Creator. Today, R.C. Sproul explores the relationship between the image of God and the law of God.
The Image of the Invisible God
November 12, 2025 The Person of ChristJesus is called “the image of the invisible God” (Col. 1:15). What does this mean? Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on one of Scripture’s clearest and most stunning declarations about the divinity of Christ.
The Gospel of Reconciliation
November 10, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementBecause of sin, we are at war with God, with other people, and with ourselves. Today, R.C. Sproul presents the sole source of peace for our estrangement: the cross of Jesus Christ.
All Are Without Excuse
November 7, 2025 AtheismAt the day of judgment, no one will be able to excuse their unbelief in God by appealing to ignorance. Today, R.C. Sproul explains that atheism is not an intellectual matter but a moral one.
Wait for God
November 5, 2025 Faith and RepentanceThere is a world of difference between merely believing in God and actually believing God. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that genuine faith involves actively trusting the promises God has revealed in His Word.
Calling the State to Be the State
November 3, 2025 Christianity and CultureThe church is not overstepping its bounds when Christians speak out against the failure of the state to protect the lives of the unborn. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the God-ordained purpose for government is to defend and maintain human life—especially the most vulnerable among us.
No God? No Meaning.
October 31, 2025 PhilosophyIf you aren't accountable for your life, your life ultimately does not count. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why creation can only find meaning in relation to its Creator.
The Communion of Saints
October 29, 2025 FellowshipThrough our union with Jesus Christ through faith, we enjoy fellowship with all His people—those who are alive today as well as those who have already gone on to glory. Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the communion of saints.
Without God, We Cease to Be
October 27, 2025 CreationThe universe does not operate on the basis of its own power. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the continued existence of all creation depends every moment on God’s sustaining hand.
Proof of God’s Existence
October 24, 2025 AtheismCan we be certain that God exists? Today, R.C. Sproul turns to an unexpected place to provide conclusive proof of the self-existent, eternal Creator.
God Is His Attributes
October 22, 2025 The Nature of GodGod is indivisible. We cannot separate His attributes as if they were individual puzzle pieces coming together to form a whole. Today, R.C. Sproul states how the doctrine of divine simplicity keeps us from developing skewed ideas of who God is.
Bearing Witness to God’s Glory
October 20, 2025 God’s GloryWe exist to bear witness to the glory of our Creator. Today, R.C. Sproul expresses how this calling reveals the direction and the ultimate goal of our lives as Christians.
A God-Centered Perspective
October 17, 2025 The Nature of GodThe way we understand the character of God determines the way we live in this world. Today, R.C. Sproul testifies to the foundational significance of knowing the Lord as He has revealed Himself in His Word.