Category Archives: Biblical Doctrines

What is the doctrine of illumination of the Holy Spirit?

Posted on May 18, 2026 by RC

Illumination is that doctrine that describes the work of the Holy Spirit in helping the believer to understand God’s Word. Though regeneration is required to rightly understand the Word, while having spiritual eyes comes before having spiritual sight, they are … Continue reading →

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Sacred Marriage; Boomer Money; Shaking Dust & More

Posted on May 13, 2026 by RC

Lisa is back. Yay! She brings the biblical wisdom on how to be an Abigail in a world full of Nabals. Plus, how boomers and Gen X are both right about today’s economic realities. Jesus tells us to wipe the … Continue reading →

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Once Not a People: Balancing Our Gracious Heritage

Posted on May 12, 2026 by RC

The RC Sproul Jr. Principle of Hermeneutics is a simple truth, and a deep passion of mine. You remember it. Whenever someone in the Bible does something really stupid, do not say, “How can they be so stupid?” Instead say … Continue reading →

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What is a liturgy? A Legacy and a Ragamuffin Man

Posted on May 11, 2026 by RC

Liturgy is one of those words that manages to be both vague, but also, sometimes, the perfect word. Liturgy simply means a tool of remembrance, grounded in beauty. Such tools can include the yearly flow of God’s feasts established for … Continue reading →

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What’s It All About Alfie? Tell Us the Telos

Posted on May 7, 2026 by RC

Christian apologists have made a great deal of hay out of the “is to ought” problem the atheist has. Any naturalist view of reality, that suggests that all that exists is matter and energy erases any foundation for ethics. “Ought” … Continue reading →

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Constitutional Niceties; Irresistible Grace and More

Posted on May 6, 2026 by RC

My advice? Give a listen to this week’s podcast. I think you’ll enjoy it and benefit from it. Check it out and let me know. This week’s Jesus Changes Everything Podcast

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Praying for Reformation; Reforming Our Prayers

Posted on May 5, 2026 by RC

Praying for something happens when two circumstances are met. First, we the ones praying must recognize that what we want is a good thing. No one prays to lose their job or to need a new heat pump. Second, we … Continue reading →

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Final Study- Parables: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Posted on May 4, 2026 by RC

Tonight we conclude our study exploring the parables of Jesus. Last week we considered the Prodigal Son. We serve dinner at 6:15, and begin the study at 7:00. We also livestream on Facebook Live, on the account I share with … Continue reading →

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The Philosophy of Philosophy: Love It or Hate It

Posted on April 30, 2026 by RC

Teaching philosophy is in my blood. I don’t just know how to do it, but I love doing it. Most of the classes I’ve taught over the years have consisted of people not planning to become professional philosophers. There aren’t … Continue reading →

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What It Means to Be a Christian III; Selling Outrage & More

Posted on April 29, 2026 by RC

I conclude my conversation with the inimitable David Knight on his wonderful book, What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, outrage as a dangerous drug, and social media as its pusher. Finally, finding all we could want or ask … Continue reading →

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