Ultimately with R.C. Sproul
How do you focus on what really matters? Where do you go to regain perspective? Drawn from a lifetime of Bible study and reflections on the nature of truth, Ultimately with R.C. Sproul features unique moments of insight ...
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| 10/28/26 | Can We Open the Window? | Do we have the power in ourselves to let the light of God's grace into the darkness of our sinful hearts? Today, R.C. Sproul exposes the fatal flaw in the idea that our salvation rests on our own ability to cooperate with grace. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/can-we-open-the-window/ 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 | 2m 33s | ||||||
| 10/26/26 | The Last Step of Church Discipline | Especially at a time when it's easy to hop from one congregation to another, we must take church discipline seriously. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why church discipline and excommunication are no small matter. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-last-step-of-church-discipline/ 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 | 2m 21s | ||||||
| 10/23/26 | The God of the Old Testament and the Father of Jesus | Christians must be careful not to neglect the first 39 books of their Bibles. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that the God revealed in the Old Testament is the same God revealed in the New. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-god-of-the-old-testament-and-the-father-of-jesus/ 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 | 3m 12s | ||||||
| 10/21/26 | The Kingdom of God Is Not a Democracy | The sovereign Lord of heaven and earth does not rule by referendum. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of the absolute authority of God over creation and over His redemptive kingdom in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-kingdom-of-god-is-not-a-democracy/ 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 | 5m 10s | ||||||
| 10/19/26 | When We Meet Again in Heaven | Will we recognize lost loved ones when we're reunited in heaven? Today, R.C. Sproul brings words of comfort to Christians in grief. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/when-we-meet-again-in-heaven/ 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 | 3m 02s | ||||||
| 10/16/26 | He Will Wipe Away Every Tear | Though a mother may dry her children's tears, they will flow again. But when God Himself wipes away the tears of His people, their sorrow will be gone forever. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us of our future consolation when all things are made new. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/he-will-wipe-away-every-tear/ 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 | 4m 16s | ||||||
| 10/14/26 | Justification Is More Than a Truce | Peace in this world is so tenuous, for hostility may break out again at any moment. The peace we have with God, however, can never be interrupted. Today, R.C. Sproul assures Christians that their justification is secure through Jesus Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/justification-is-more-than-a-truce/ 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 | 2m 19s | ||||||
| 10/12/26 | Destined for Holiness | Do you know the reason why God created you? Today, R.C. Sproul identifies God's revealed purpose and destiny for His people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/destined-for-holiness/ 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 | 7m 33s | ||||||
| 10/9/26 | The Insult of Idolatry | What could be a greater insult to the holy God than for His image bearers to exchange His glory for the worship of created things? Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the grave wickedness of idolatry. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-insult-of-idolatry/ 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 | 3m 26s | ||||||
| 10/7/26 | The Sustaining Power of God | Not only do we depend upon our Creator for the origin of our existence, but every moment of our continued existence relies upon the sustaining power of God. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the Lord's work of sustaining His creation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/the-sustaining-power-of-god/ 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 | 2m 10s | ||||||
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| 10/5/26 | He Came That We May Have Life | What did Jesus teach was the reason for His coming into the world? Today, R.C. Sproul considers the gift of life that Christ gives to those who are dead in sin. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/he-came-that-we-may-have-life/ 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 | 3m 34s | ||||||
| 10/2/26 | Christian, Jesus Is Praying for You | Our closest friends may forget to pray for us, but Jesus never will. Today, R.C. Sproul encourages us to take consolation in knowing that our Redeemer "always lives to make intercession" for His people (Heb. 7:25). Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/christian-jesus-is-praying-for-you/ 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 | 2m 10s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | God's Law as a Mirror | If we want to see an accurate reflection of our moral character, we must look into the mirror of God's law. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that the darkness of our sin is exposed when set against the Lord's perfect righteousness. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/gods-law-as-a-mirror/ 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 | 3m 47s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | Mountaintop Moments and the Valley of Sacrifice | The mountaintop experiences we enjoy in this life are not given by God to distract us from our Christian duty—they prepare us for sacrificial ministry in the name of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul sets suffering and glory in the right perspective for Christians in a fallen world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/mountaintop-moments-and-the-valley-of-sacrifice/ 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 | 2m 24s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | Can Governments Legislate Morality? | "You can't legislate morality." Have you ever heard someone use that expression when talking about the role of the government? Today, R.C. Sproul responds to this statement, reminding us of the ethical role that God has established for civil rulers. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/can-governments-legislate-morality/ 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 | 3m 40s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 | Is Contradiction the Hallmark of Truth? | As the father of lies, Satan would have us believe information that contradicts the Word of God. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that God's truth is never contradictory. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/is-contradiction-the-hallmark-of-truth/ 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 | 7m 59s | ||||||
| 9/21/26 | Eyewitnesses of the Resurrected Lord | Our faith in the resurrection of Jesus isn't based on hopeful inferences drawn from a missing body. Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to the testimony of the many witnesses who saw, spoke with, and touched the risen Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/eyewitnesses-of-the-resurrected-lord/ 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 | 2m 22s | ||||||
| 9/18/26 | "All I Need to Know Is Jesus" | "I don't need to know theology. All I need to know is Jesus." Has anyone said this to you before? Today, R.C. Sproul reveals the serious flaw built into this sentiment and explains the solution. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/all-i-need-to-know-is-jesus/ 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 | 3m 49s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | Are People Basically Good? | Are people basically good? Many seem to think so, but God's Word says otherwise. Today, R.C. Sproul warns us not to grade our own righteousness on a curve, for the true standard of goodness is the perfect character of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/are-people-basically-good/ 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 | 5m 08s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 | Satisfied in Christ | If we're looking for complete satisfaction in anyone or anything other than Christ, we've guaranteed our own disappointment. Today, R.C. Sproul urges us to seek our supreme happiness not in our circumstances but in our Savior. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/satisfied-in-christ/ 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 | 2m 32s | ||||||
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Chart history for Ultimately with R.C. Sproul
Peaked at #31 in CZ, currently #31 in CZ.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ | — | #31 | #31 | — |
| TR | — | #38 | #38 | — |
| RO | — | #41 | #41 | — |
| CZ | — | #56 | #56 | — |
| RO | — | #59 | #59 | — |
| SG | — | #93 | #93 | — |
| HU | — | #101 | #101 | — |
| SG | — | #158 | #158 | — |
| ID | — | #165 | #165 | — |
| KE | — | #169 | #169 | — |
| PH | — | #181 | #181 | — |
| HU | — | #191 | #191 | — |
| AE | — | #192 | #192 | — |
| MY | — | #196 | #196 | — |
Chart Positions
14 placements across 10 markets.
Chart Positions
14 placements across 10 markets.