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R.C. Sproul argumentiert jedoch, dass jeder von uns ein Theologe ist. Schließlich betreiben wir immer Theologie, wenn wir über eine Lehre der Bibel nachdenken, von Jesus weitererzählen oder über unseren Glauben sprechen. Deshalb ist es wichtig, dass wir über die verschiedenen Lehren der Bibel nachdenken und zu einer Theologie gelangen, die ohne Widersprüche ist und auf Wahrheit beruht.

The Christian life is a process of growing in holiness, our natural response to the good news of our redemption in Christ. This kind of growth is gradual, and obstacles are plentiful. Thankfully, we don't have to go it alone. God has given us his Spirit so that we can overcome temptation and become more and more conformed to the image of Christ. But how does the Spirit work? What is the nature of our own personal involvement in the process? And how do we know if we are making progress?

More than 500 years ago, 16th-century Reformer John Calvin was born—a theologian whose teachings set the stage for reformation of the church around the world. The modern world is in continual need of his Christ-exalting doctrine and vision of the Christian life. In 20 essays by leading Reformed pastors and scholars, this primer explores Calvin’s life, teaching, and legacy for a new generation. This book is a clarion call to Christians everywhere to take seriously the ongoing need of theological reformation across the globe.

Was ist die Bibel? Können wir ihr wirklich vertrauen? Viele Menschen glauben, dass die Bibel voller Fehler und Widersprüche sei. Bestenfalls könne sie uns einen halbwegs interessanten Einblick in das Leben und den Glauben von Menschen geben, die vor vielen Jahrhunderten gelebt haben. In diesem Buch zeigt R.C. Sproul, dass diese gängigen Annahmen falsch sind. Die Bibel ist das Wort Gottes, und deshalb ist sie vertrauenswürdig, maßgebend und irrtumslos. Was sie sagt, ist von lebensverändernder Bedeutung und sollte niemanden gleichgültig lassen.

Christen sollten – unabhängig von den Lebensumständen – danach streben, ein Leben zu führen, das Gott gefällt. Aber insbesondere wenn wir vor wichtigen Lebensentscheidungen steht, fragen wir uns oft, was Gott von uns will. In diesem Buch umreißt R.C. Sproul zeitlose Prinzipien, die helfen können, Gottes Willen bei täglichen Entscheidungen herauszufinden und zu tun. Er zeigt auf, wie diese Prinzipien zwei wichtige Lebensentscheidungen beeinflussen: die Berufswahl und die Wahl eines Ehepartners.

Wir hören oft den Satz: "Du musst nur daran glauben". Aber was bedeutet "glauben"? Ist es ein blinder Sprung ins Ungewisse? Etwas, worauf man ohne Beweise vertraut? Was versteht die Bibel darunter? Glaube bedeutet, Gott zu vertrauen und seinem Wort zu folgen, erklärt R.C. Sproul in diesem Buch. Anhand einer Untersuchung von Hebräer 11 zeigt er: So wie das Volk Gottes in der Vergangenheit sind wir heute gefordert, Gott in Schwierigkeiten und trotz einer ungewissen Zukunft zu vertrauen.

Viele Menschen glauben an Gott. Aber kann man beweisen, dass es ihn gibt? Oder müssen wir den Verstand ausschalten und einfach "glauben"? R.C. Sproul widerlegt in diesem Buch gängige Argumente gegen die Existenz Gottes und zeigt: Glaube bedeutet nicht, den Verstand auszuschalten. Logik und Vernunft weisen uns vielmehr auf die Existenz Gottes hin und nehmen uns jede Entschuldigung, nicht an ihn zu glauben.

Dealing sensitively with touchstone issues, R.C. Sproul sends a challenge to deepen your understanding of the Holy Spirit through the scriptures. Come to know this mysterious member of the Trinity and see his work in your life.

Central to God’s character is the quality of holiness. Yet most people struggle to define what God’s holiness precisely is. Many preachers today avoid the topic altogether because people don’t quite know what to do with words like “awe” or “fear.” R. C. Sproul, in this classic theological work, puts the holiness of God in its proper and central place in the Christian life. Drawing from both the Old Testament and the New Testament, he paints an awe-inspiring vision of God that encourages Christians to become holy just as God is holy.

Can we know what Jesus was truly like during His time on earth? A first-century physician set out to gather eyewitness testimony of the life, teaching, and ministry of Jesus Christ. The result is a close-up account of a compassionate Savior on His journey to redeem His people. In this volume, Dr. R.C. Sproul traces the record of Jesus’ life as told by Luke, the man considered by some to be one of the greatest historians of the ancient world.

Confused, angry, and hurt after the death of his father, a young R. C. Sproul began his personal search for ultimate truth with piercing questions to God. In Enjoying God, listeners journey with R. C. Sproul to discover the attributes of God through the questions many of us have asked. In this warm, personal account, Dr. Sproul communicates deep truths in a fresh and easy-to-understand style as he shares his passion to know God and urges the listener to dig deep and seek the God who is alive, who is real, and who loves each one of us.

These straightforward, short, and profound Advent readings have been edited from talks given by much-loved Bible teacher Dr. R.C. Sproul, helping listeners to benefit from his enduring insight and wisdom. They delve into the details of the Christmas story and reflect on how these impact our lives now, combining scholarly detail with heartwarming application.

God gave us His Word so that we may know Him and live by His truth. So, what should we do when we’re reading the Bible and a difficult passage stops us in our tracks? Sometimes the solution is right there on the page—if we know where to look—while other passages gain clarity in light of the rest of the Bible or its historical background. With the help of an experienced guide, we can overcome the obstacles to our progress and know God’s Word more deeply. In Hard Sayings, Dr. R.C. Sproul applies his wisdom as a theologian and Bible teacher to some of the most challenging verses in Scripture.

God doesn't just love us. He is love. God's Love explores the unrelenting love of God, which found its ultimate expression through his son. This release also explains difficult themes such as the different aspects of God's nature, how his love coexists with his holiness, and what the Bible means when it mentions God's hatred. This is a compelling listen for all who long to love as God loves.

Often called Paul’s magnum opus, Romans has been pivotal to Christians’ understanding of salvation for generations. It had a profound influence on Augustine and Luther. Calvin saw it as the key to understanding all of Scripture. In this volume, Dr. R.C. Sproul introduces us to Paul’s fullest, grandest, most comprehensive statement of the gospel and explains why it is just as vital for believers today as it has been for believers throughout history. Verse by verse, Dr. Sproul unfolds the vast truths that Paul has clearly and carefully woven throughout this book.

What Is Reformed Theology? is an accessible introduction to beliefs that have been immensely influential in the evangelical church. In this insightful book, R. C. Sproul walks listeners through the foundations of the Reformed doctrine and explains how the Reformed belief is centered on God, based on God's word, and committed to faith in Jesus Christ. Sproul explains the five points of Reformed theology and makes plain the reality of God's amazing grace.

In Willing to Believe, R. C. Sproul uncovers issues that provoked the Reformation and revived the controversy between Pelagius and Augustine. He carefully explores the relationship between original sin and human free will, clarifies misconceptions about the work of God in a believer's liberation from sin, illuminates the work of the Holy Spirit in salvation, and offers compelling reasons to believe the work of salvation is in God's hands.

In this volume, Dr. R.C. Sproul delves into the rich teaching, praises, and exhortations contained in one of his favorite books of the Bible. Take up this verse-by-verse guide to gain greater insights into the grace of the gospel and the glory of the Lord in the redemption of His people.

What must you do to be right with God? The Reformers broke with the Roman Catholic Church when they insisted people are justified by faith alone. But today many Protestants fail to grasp that keystone of faith. In Faith Alone, a Gold Medallion finalist, R. C. Sproul explains why Protestantism and Roman Catholicism split over justification in the first place and why that division remains an uncrossed chasm.

If you start at the beginning of the New Testament and read straight through, first you’ll find three similar accounts of Jesus’ life. Then you come to the gospel of John. From recounting Jesus’ signs to recording His famous I am statements, John puts a spotlight on Jesus’ redemptive work so that others will believe and be saved. In this volume, Dr. R.C. Sproul provides an introduction to John in his accessible, conversational style. Each chapter is packed with insights and exhortations to draw you closer to the life and light of the Savior.