Is Predestination Biblical? R.C. Sproul’s Profound Insights
The doctrine of Election and Predestination has been a topic of deep intrigue and significant debate throughout Christian history. In this powerful sermon by Dr. R.C. Sproul, we explore the profound truths of God’s sovereign will in salvation. Dr. Sproul draws from Scripture to provide clarity on this often-misunderstood topic, offering biblical evidence and historical insights that affirm the sovereignty of God in choosing His elect before the foundation of the world.
Key Themes Covered in the Sermon:
1. The Definition and Misconceptions of Predestination
Dr. Sproul introduces predestination, explaining its biblical foundation and addressing common objections.
Relevant Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5 – “He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before Him. In love, He predestined us for adoption to Himself as sons through Jesus Christ…”
2. The Basis of God’s Choice: Unconditional Election
God’s election is not based on any foreseen merit or action on our part but solely on His sovereign will.
Relevant Scripture: Romans 9:11-13 – “Though they were not yet born and had done nothing either good or bad… Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.”
3. Historical Confessions of Faith on Predestination
Insight into how predestination has been acknowledged in creeds and confessions like the 39 Articles of the Church of England.
Relevant Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:9 – “He saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of His own purpose and grace, which He gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began.”
4. God’s Sovereignty in Salvation
The sermon emphasizes that salvation rests entirely on God’s grace and His sovereign purpose.
Relevant Scripture: John 15:16 – “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide.”
5. Answering Common Objections
Addressing concerns of fairness and the righteousness of God in electing some while passing over others.
Relevant Scripture: Romans 9:14-16 – “What shall we say then? Is there injustice on God’s part? By no means! For He says to Moses, ‘I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.’”
Featured sermons;
All Christians Believe in Predestination: The Classic Collection with R.C. Sproul
https://youtu.be/NH3a874RcNo?si=MGrUC_73eSgq12IM
Unconditional Election: What is Reformed Theology? with R.C. Sproul
https://youtu.be/mg42ZdLOdyI?si=7pJe_NvdFLuL-YEA
Takeaway Message:
The doctrine of predestination is not a human invention but a biblical truth revealed through Scripture. It magnifies God’s grace, humbles our hearts, and assures believers of the certainty of their salvation in Christ. As Dr. Sproul powerfully declares, understanding this doctrine deepens our worship of the God who “works all things according to the counsel of His will” (Ephesians 1:11).
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