R.C. Sproul

Dr. R.C. Sproul is co-pastor of Saint Andrew’s Chapel in Sanford, Fla., chairman of Ligonier Ministries, and author of the book and teaching series The Holiness of God.

  • The Shot Heard Around the Universe by

    The battle lines have been drawn; the mission is clear, and the war rages. Will we ever have peace? Ever since Adam and Eve ate of the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, we have …

  • Why Do Nations Rage? by

    When used correctly, humor is a very effective tool in communication. Very often, a point of debate is best driven home by a good punch line. But what makes God laugh? Riddles? Knock-knock jokes? Or perhaps the evil nations of …

  • Choose Your City by

    The Christian life is often compared to a pilgrimage. Perhaps you have read the classic work from John Bunyan titled, “Pilgrim’s Progress.” In this story, the main character named Christian is on a journey from the City of Destruction …

  • A Monument to Ourselves by

    Does God hate big cities? Does he hate human progress and unity so much that he topples towers and scatters people who are only trying to live peaceably with one another? Human beings love to build cities. Even after they …

  • Civil Disobedience by

    The Bible teaches that we must be subject to the authorities God has placed over us, including the civil magistrates. Does that mean that Christians must always obey the state? Is there ever an occasion when Christians are allowed to …

  • Science by

    Have you ever tried to scale the Kantian wall that separates God from human reason?  Living on this side of the Kantian wall, many that do believe in a creator say they cannot prove their belief with science. Is the …

  • Economics by

    God does not define Himself by our economic and political terms. But that does not mean that God is not interested in economics. In fact, He is deeply concerned. Since some of the political and economical theorists have staked claims …

  • Pragmatism by

    Whether you are a single mom, business executive, politician, or church volunteer, you may have succumbed to the seduction of a very attractive philosophy—Pragmatism. We are sometimes convinced that being practical and being pragmatic are practically the same. But …

  • Existentialism by

    One particular worldview that finds its way into our lives is known as existentialism. It is hard to recognize because it is hard to define, but it is there nonetheless. So what is existentialism? What is so bad about it …

  • Government by

    How are Christians to obey Christ’s command to obey corrupt earthly governments? Do we unconditionally obey earthly governments in obedience to God? How does the Christian live out this dual citizenship? Under what conditions, if any, do we disobey …

  • Secularism by

    What kind of worldview do you have? Would you know if you had anti-Christian worldview elements in your own worldview? Could you identify them? Starting this new series on the Christian Worldview, Dr. Sproul helps us identify the competing worldviews …

  • Positivism by

    We derive our code of conduct from Scripture, the Word of God. But there are others in this world who embrace a particular principle that says God is meaningless, and all your talk about Him is likewise meaningless. That is …

  • Hedonism by

    What is the difference between the world’s view of pleasure and the Christian’s view of pleasure? Is it simply a question of moderation? Can we use pleasure to measure what is good? In this message, Dr. Sproul looks …

  • Literature by

    What is the Christian perspective on literature? Can a Christian enjoy a good novel every now and again? Is there such a thing as a “good” novel? In this message, Dr. Sproul answers these questions and he discusses essential criteria …

  • Art by

    The history of art is replete with works created to the glory of God. But what does God think about art? How should the people of God respond to art? Should we have it in our churches? Can we paint …