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The “Enlightenment” of the Western World

Ultimately with R.C. Sproul

Release Date: 03/03/2025

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“If God is good, why is there evil?” Some critics ask this question to try and discredit the Christian faith. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us that there is an even more essential question that the skeptic must first answer. Read the transcript: A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: Explore all of our podcasts:

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When He was tried by those who opposed Him, Jesus could have called upon legions of angels at any moment. But He didn’t. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the true patience of our Savior. Read the transcript: A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: Explore all of our podcasts:

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Because human beings are made in the image of God, our lives are sacred. How should this direct the way Christians think about capital punishment? Today, R.C. Sproul appeals to a passage in Scripture that answers this question directly. Read the transcript: A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: Explore all of our podcasts:

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Why do some people believe in Christ while others reject the gospel? Today, R.C. Sproul conveys the one reason presented in Scripture why anyone receives the salvation of God. Read the transcript: A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: Explore all of our podcasts:

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The reason we should seek to understand the doctrine of God is so we can better know God Himself. Today, R.C. Sproul explains why theology is so important in our relationship with the Lord. Read the transcript: A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: Explore all of our podcasts:

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Some thinkers claim that by casting God out of its thinking, the Western world has finally entered maturity. Today, R.C. Sproul shows that our culture is actually in a state of juvenile rebellion. Listen on Apple Podcasts or your podcast platform of choice.

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