Theology / Basic Reformed Theology

  • Perseverance of the Saints by

    Can people who are saved lose their salvation? If not, then how do we explain those people who have fallen away? In this message, Dr. Sproul thinks about these questions as he looks at “Perseverance of the Saints.” 

  • Covenant by

    Are we as Christians saved by works, or by faith alone? The key to understanding what part works and faith play in the drama of redemption is to understand the biblical structure and role of covenants. Without a proper understanding …

  • Catholic, Evangelical, and Reformed by

    How do you define sovereignty and how do you apply that to your theology? The answer to that question will determine all else about what you think of God and how He relates to His creatures. Considering this, and how …

  • Limited Atonement by

    The most common view of the atonement of Jesus is that Jesus died for everyone—that is, all people from all places in all times, every single human being that ever existed. But in order to take advantage of the …

  • Unconditional Election by

    Upon what condition did God elect sinners to salvation? Was your positive choice for the gospel the basis for your election before the foundation of the world? Was God’s choice based on your foreseen choice? Simply put, did God …

  • Scripture Alone by

    Christians ought to submit to the authority given them by Christ. But what happens when those in authority teach things contrary to the Word of God? Is there a higher court we can appeal to? The answer is yes. The …

  • Faith Alone (Part 1) by

    Regarding salvation, what is the fundamental difference between true Christianity and all the other religions of the world? Considering the question of salvation from the historical and theological framework of the Protestant Reformation, Dr. Sproul looks at “Faith Alone.”

  • Faith Alone (Part 2) by

    The book of Romans says that we are altogether unrighteous, therefore the grave awaits us. So what can we do? Is there a way to righteousness? How can someone be declared righteous by God? In this message, Dr. Sproul teaches …

  • Introduction by

    Liberal, Catholic, Dispensational, Pentecostal, Evangelical, Reformed… with so many different theologies out there, where do you start? Beginning this series about Reformed Theology, Dr. Sproul examines distinctive aspects of Reformed Theology which set it apart from the many theologies that …

  • Total Depravity (Part 2) by

    We are all sinful. But how sinful are we? Other than our shortened life-spans and bad habits, what real effect did the Fall have on the average everyday sinner? What effect does sin have on our decision making process? With …

  • The Meaning of Providence by

    Whenever there is large scale disaster, inevitably there are religious leaders trying to provide comfort to people by assuring them that God was not involved in the disaster. But it is imperative that we rightly understand who God really is …

  • Providence and Evil/Suffering by

    If God providentially orders all things, is He the author of sin? In this session, Dr. W. Robert Godfrey explains that God’s providence extends even to the Fall and the sins of men and angels as we explore how …

  • All Things Work for Good by

    None of us are exempt from suffering. Yet as we face life’s challenges, we are assured by God’s Word that all things work together for good to those who love the Lord and who have been called according …

  • Providence and Evil by

    All of us experience pain and suffering to some degree. And who of us does not want to understand why? Scripture tells us that Job was no exception. But after his continual supplications, Job received more than he bargained for …

  • The Doctrine of Concurrence by

    Is it possible for God to turn evil into good? Absolutely not. Scripture clearly prohibits calling evil good and good evil. So how is it possible that God can take men’s evil actions and cause something good to happen …