Best Selling Books by R. C. Sproul

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. Dr. Sproul''s expositional commentaries help you understand key theological themes and apply them to all areas of your life. Drawn from decades of careful study and delivered from a pastor''s heart, these sermons are readable, practical, and thoroughly Bible-centered. Here is your opportunity to learn from a trusted teacher and theologian as he leads you through God''s Word and shares his perspective on living faithfully for God''s glory. This is a series to serve pastors, small groups, and growing Christians who want to know the Bible better.

Wars, rumors of wars, famines, earthquakes, international upheaval--Jesus said all of these things would be signs of His return. It sounds like Jesus was describing our own time, but was He really predicting the events that we see in the news every day? In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul looks at Jesus'' prophecies to consider a controversial question: Are we living in the last days? The answer may surprise you. The Crucial Questions booklet series by Dr. R.C. Sproul offers succinct answers to important questions often asked by Christians and thoughtful inquirers.

A combination of four power-packed books by noted theologian R. C. Sproul, this book offers theologically sound advice. It challenges readers to a deeper understanding of what it means to be mature followers of Jesus.

God is holy, and we are sinful. God cannot stand to look upon sin. But the gospel of Jesus Christ reveals how sinful people can be right with God. In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul delves into Scripture and church history to explore the doctrine of justification by faith alone. In so doing, he explains that by faith alone in Christ alone, sinful men and women can be justified and stand forgiven before a holy God. The Crucial Questions booklet series by Dr. R.C. Sproul offers succinct answers to important questions often asked by Christians and thoughtful inquirers.

Explores the human cry for dignity, significance, love, and respect. Touches the aching void in the home, school, church, workplace, hospital, and prison. Foreword by Charles Colson.

Sproul expounds the book of Romans Theological framework for the Christian faith

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Explore the most monumental story ever recorded. Theologian Sproul and bestselling author Wolgemuth have collaborated to highlight the essence of God''s voice, activity, and purpose throughout the Old and New Testaments in an understandable and thoroughly readable form.

若想在自己的信仰上再上一层楼，本书是很好的一个开始。作者史鲍尔用很清楚且平易近人的笔法，在书中介绍了近一百种重要的神学观念。他希望借着帮助读者了解最基本的基督教信仰，培养出我们将来一生对真理的热爱。若想在基督里日渐成熟，这些基本的基督教信仰也是信徒不可或缺的基础观念。作者用清晰的笔法，将许多圣经观念中的神学定义解释得很清楚，读者一看就会明白。他善用日常生活为例，用平实的类比和例证使本书变得益加有趣、易读，能增长我们神学方面的知识。让我们快快读、慢慢咀嚼与消化，相信我们在信仰上必又会再上一层楼。

Covers all aspects of divine providence. Written for all who face the hard questions of providence in the concrete arena of faith, "this book is an effort to face those issues and questions that arise with regard to God''s providence," Sproul writes. "It is designed to look at the question of providence, not only from a doctrinal viewpoint, but chiefly from an examination of concrete experiences of flesh-and-blood people whose lives and struggles are recorded for us in sacred Scripture."

In Walt Disney''s classic animated movie Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket sings, "Always let your conscience be your guide." The Bible confirms that the human conscience is real and important, but it also shows that our conscience can lead us astray. It has been twisted by sin and may tell us that right is wrong and wrong is right. So, when can we trust our conscience? In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul explains that we must calibrate our conscience according to the Bible. With practical application, he shows how studying Scripture helps us, by God''s grace, to build a mature Christian conscience. The Crucial Questions booklet series by Dr. R.C. Sproul offers succinct answers to important questions often asked by Christians and thoughtful inquirers.

Jesus encourages us to become like children in order to inherit God''s Kingdom. Childlike faith is not an option. R. C. Sproul Jr. explores in depth what it means to accept Jesus'' invitation to practice a childlike faith. As the father of eight children, R. C. Sproul Jr. watches how his own children approach every day, buoyed by trust, hope, and joy. Through their eyes, the world is fresh and brand-new. Everything is an invitation to express astonishment and wonder at the great gift of life—and, the great Giver. The Call to Wonder is an invitation to rest in childlike joy and peace built on a deep trust in the living God. Like a child, you, too, can rest in God''s almighty arms and gasp at the fireworks of his glory exploding around you every day in his creation.

An Anthology of Advent readings, collected from the works of 22 classic and contemporary theologians with a high view of Scripture, it will help in preparing your heart to honor the sacredness of each Christmas season.

This St. Andrew''s Expositional Commentary from theologian-preacher R. C. Sproul offers application and pastoral wisdom to the story of the gospel spreading to the nations.

This compact book outlines the controversies and implications of the central debate of the Reformation: justification by faith alone. Luther said that the doctrine of justification by faith alone is "the article upon which the church stands or falls." R.C. Sproul follows Luther''s lead in his concise and compelling work, now repackaged and republished. Justified by Faith Alone surveys the main tenets of the doctrine of justification in Roman Catholicism and evangelicalism. Sproul is careful to accurately represent Catholic beliefs and observes that while both traditions agree that fa.

A key figure during the Great Awakening, Jonathan Edwards wrote this important discourse, The Distinguishing Marks of a Work of the Spirit of God, in 1741, just after the revival had reached its peak. In his thorough exploration of the true and false signs of revival, drawn from 1 John 4, Edwards concludes that while a movement may be accompanied by excesses and questionable actions, these signs do not necessarily disqualify it as authentic. In a refreshing way Edwards embraces a genuine enthusiasm in these manifestations while stressing the need for biblical discernment. His critique is kind and gentle as he points to the true marks of revival: love and humility. In The Spirit of Revival, Parrish makes Edwards''s entire work more accessible by modernizing the text and adding explanatory notes. R. C. Sproul''s extended introduction compares the great theologian''s time to our own, and the preface by Edwards''s contemporary William Cooper rings resoundingly to the people of God today. Edwards''s message provides more than just insight into the Great Awakening. It is a map to follow for all revivals in all times.

When our Lord''s disciples came to Him regarding prayer, they did not ask Him to teach them how to pray, but rather they asked Him to teach them to pray. Obviously even those closest to Christ needed to learn to pray. And so do we. Here, some of our best Bible teachers and expositors give us instruction on prayer, from why we should pray, to what prayer is, how it ties in with God''s sovereignty, what it means to pray in Jesus'' name, what it means to hallow God''s name, and why God is to be the focus of our prayers, not ourselves. These, and many other topics, are addressed in this helpful book.

A fresh look at the Apostle Paul''s understanding of the Christian Faith

How to confront moral and social issues with a biblical response.

若想在自己的信仰上再上一層樓，本書是很好的一個開始。作者史鮑爾用很清楚且平易近人的筆法，在書中介紹了近一百種重要的神學觀念。他希望藉著幫助讀者了解最基本的基督教信仰，培養出我們將來一生對真理的熱愛。若想在基督裡日漸成熟，這些基本的基督教信仰也是信徒不可或缺的基礎觀念。作者用清晰的筆法，將許多聖經觀念中的神學定義解釋得很清楚，讀者一看就會明白。他善用日常生活為例，用平實的類比和例證使本書變得益加有趣、易讀，能增長我們神學方面的知識。讓我們快快讀、慢慢咀嚼與消化，相信我們在信仰上必又會再上一層樓。

In order to persuade a child to take her bitter-tasting medicine when she is sick, her grandfather tells her a story in which a prince saves the people from sin by drinking from a poisoned fountain.

In the twentieth century, the doctrine of Scripture became a particular focus of intense criticism. Some of R. C. Sproul''s most significant writings have been on the doctrine of Scripture. Not all this material is in print, and no volume has ever collected his best writings on this pivotal doctrine. Scripture Alone consists of four chapters that originally appeared in symposium volumes edited by others and the author''s commentary on the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy. These writings constitute an important restatement of the evangelical doctrine of Scripture. Scripture Alone will help all Christians to stand firm in defense of the truth.

若想在自己的信仰上再上一層樓，本書是很好的一個開始。作者史鮑爾用很清楚且平易近人的筆法，在書中介紹了近一百種重要的神學觀念。他希望藉着幫助讀者瞭解最基本的基督教信仰，培養出我們將來一生對真理的熱愛。若想在基督裏日漸成熟，這些基本的基督教信仰也是信徒不可或缺的基礎觀念。作者用清晰的筆法，將許多聖經觀念中的神學定義解釋得很清楚，讀者一看就會明白。他善用日常生活爲例，用平實的類比和例證使本書變得益加有趣、易讀，能增長我們神學方面的知識。讓我們快快讀、慢慢咀嚼與消化，相信我們在信仰上必又會再上一層樓。

Are you at home in the company of Jesus? Learning to live with Jesus at the centre of our world Luke''s account of the life of Jesus in devotional sections

Delivered from a pastor''s heart for his congregation, readers will find this expositional commentary on Matthew to be readable, applicable, appropriately paced, and thoroughly biblical. Part of the St. Andrew''s Expositional Commentary series.

The first volume, covering chapters 18 of the Confession, explains what we need to understand about Holy Scripture, God and the Trinity, his decree, creation, providence, the fall into sin, God''s covenant, and Christ the Mediator. Every discussion is geared toward bringing us to a deeper knowledge of and greater love for the doctrines of grace set forth in God''s Word. The second volume, covering chapters 9-22 of the Confession, explains the doctrines of free will, effectual calling, justification, adoption, sanctification, faith, repentance, good works, perseverance, assurance, God''s law, Christian liberty, the Sabbath, and oaths. The third (and final) volume, covering chapters 23-33 of the Confession, treats the civil magistrate, marriage and divorce, the church and communion of the saints, baptism and the Lord''s Supper, church government, and the final judgment and afterlife. Also included are indexes to the three volumes. - Publisher.

The book of Ephesians is cherished for its doctrinal depths and devotional beauty. Paul''s letter sets before us the blessings of salvation: new life in Jesus Christ and a new family in His church. As we read the prayers and doxologies woven through its verses, we see how the grace of God stirs us to lives of worship and gratitude. 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. Dr. Sproul''s expositional commentaries help you understand key theological themes and apply them to all areas of your life. Drawn from decades of careful study and delivered from a pastor''s heart, these sermons are readable, practical, and thoroughly Bible-centered. Here is your opportunity to learn from a trusted teacher and theologian as he leads you through God''s Word and shares his perspective on living faithfully for God''s glory. This is a series to serve pastors, small groups, and growing Christians who want to know the Bible better.

PRACTICAL TOOLS FOR INTERPRETING THE BIBLE The Bible is the written Word of God, and it is treasured in many of our homes. But it is also an ancient book about people and cultures very different from us. Thus, while we know we should read it, many of us don''t because we have a hard time understanding the Bible. In this updated edition of Knowing Scripture, R.C. Sproul helps us dig out the meaning of Scripture for ourselves. The author says, ''''The theme of this book is not how to read the Bible but how to study the Bible.'''' He presents in simple, basic terms a commonsense approach to studying Scripture and gives eleven practical guidelines for biblical interpretation and applying what we learn. With a minimum of technical jargon, Sproul tackles some of the knotty questions regarding differences of interpreting the Bible, including: discovering the meanings of biblical words, understanding Hebrew poetry, proverbs and parables, approaching historical and didactic passages, being careful with predictive prophecy, discerning how culture conditions the Bible, choosing and using Bible translations, commentaries, Bible software and other helps Knowing Scripture is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and those who have been at it for a long time.