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What Is Reformed Theology?: Understanding the Basics
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Many have heard of Reformed theology, but may not be certain what it is. Some references to it have been positive, some negative. It appears to be important, and they'd like to know more about it. But they want a full, understandable explanation, not a simplistic one.

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 readers 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.

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1. What Is Reformed Theology? CD

You’ve heard of Reformed theology, but you’re not certain what it is. Some references to it have been positive, some negative. It appears to be important, and you’d like to know more about it. And you want a full explanation, not a simplistic one.Few evangelical Christians today understand Reformed theology. They know it has something to do with predestination, and they may have heard of “the five points.” But they can’t name these points, and they think no one believes most of them anymore. Dr. R.C. Sproul says there’s more to Reformed theology than these five points. Reformed theology reveals just how awesome the grace of God is.The roots of evangelical Christianity are found in the soil of the sixteenth century Protestant Reformation, which brought a return of true biblical theology to the world. In this series, Dr. Sproul offers an introduction to Reformed theology, the heart of historical evangelicalism. C.H. Spurgeon once said that Reformed theology is nothing other than biblical Christianity. Audio CD. Twelve 23–minute messages.

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English (en)

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Christian Audio

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1996-01-01

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Audiobook CD

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07:22:00




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1. What Is Reformed Theology?: Understanding the Basics

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What Do the Five Points of Calvinism Really Mean?

Many have heard of Reformed theology, but may not be certain what it is. Some references to it have been positive, some negative. It appears to be important, and they'd like to know more about it. But they want a full, understandable explanation, not a simplistic one.

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 readers 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.

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

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Paperback

Publisher



Baker Books

Publication Date



2016-09-06

Number of Pages



272




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5. Videos

1. Introduction
Liberal, Catholic, Dispensational, Pentecostal, Evangelical, Reformed... with so many different theologies out there, where do you start? Beginning this series about Reformed Theology, Dr. Sproul examines distinctive aspects of Reformed Theology which set it apart from the many theologies that have developed before and after the Protestant Reformation.

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English (en)

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R.C. Sproul ,

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Course

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N/A

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00:21:46




6. Bible Study Series/Courses

1. Introduction
Liberal, Catholic, Dispensational, Pentecostal, Evangelical, Reformed... with so many different theologies out there, where do you start? Beginning this series about Reformed Theology, Dr. Sproul examines distinctive aspects of Reformed Theology which set it apart from the many theologies that have developed before and after the Protestant Reformation.

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English (en)

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R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

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Ligonier

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N/A




2. Catholic, Evangelical, and Reformed
How do you define sovereignty and how do you apply that to your theology? The answer to that question will determine all else about what you think of God and how He relates to His creatures. Considering this, and how it applies to biblical theology, Dr. Sproul continues this series as he looks at the views of "Catholic, Evangelical, and Reformed."

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English (en)

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R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

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Ligonier

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N/A




3. Scripture Alone
Christians ought to submit to the authority given them by Christ. But what happens when those in authority teach things contrary to the Word of God? Is there a higher court to which we can appeal? The answer is yes. The appeal was made in the sixteenth century and the motion still carries. Reformers call this Sola Scriptura. That's the Latin slogan for Scripture alone. Dr. Sproul teaches us about this in the message entitled "Scripture Alone."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

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Ligonier

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N/A




4. Faith Alone (Part 1)
Regarding salvation, what is the fundamental difference between true Christianity and all the other religions of the world? Considering the question of salvation from the historical and theological framework of the Protestant Reformation, Dr. Sproul looks at "Faith Alone."

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English (en)

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R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

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Ligonier

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N/A




5. Faith Alone (Part 2)
The book of Romans says that we are altogether unrighteous, therefore the grave awaits us. So what can we do? Is there a way to righteousness? How can someone be declared righteous by God? In this message, Dr. Sproul teaches us the most glorious and Christ honoring way, as he affirms that salvation is by "Faith Alone."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




6. Covenant
Are we as Christians saved by works, or by faith alone? The key to understanding what part works and faith play in the drama of redemption is to understand the biblical structure and role of covenants. Without a proper understanding of covenants we fail to grasp the grandeur of Christ's life and work. In this message, Dr. Sproul gives us the covenantal framework of redemption that finds full resolution in the work of Christ.

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




7. Total Depravity (Part 1)
Original sin has marred our nature. We are depraved. But how depraved are we? Are we simply less than perfect? What kind of improvements can we make within ourselves to change sin's effect? In this message, Dr. Sproul looks at the distinctive doctrine of Reformed theology that is often misunderstood—"Total Depravity."

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English (en)

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R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

Publisher



LIgonier

Publication Date



N/A




8. Total Depravity (Part 2)
We are all sinful. But how sinful are we? Other than our shortened life-spans and bad habits, what real effect did the Fall have on the average everyday sinner? What effect does sin have on our decision making process? With what power did you use to choose the gospel? Dr. Sproul takes us to the Scriptures to find out what Jesus has to say about our ability to choose as he continues to look at "Total Depravity."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

Format



Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




9. Unconditional Election
Upon what condition did God elect sinners to salvation? Was your positive choice for the gospel the basis for your election before the foundation of the world? Was God's choice based on your foreseen choice? Simply put, did God choose you because you first chose Him? Would God be unfair if He chose some to salvation and not others? In this message, Dr. Sproul helps us understand this hard, yet biblical doctrine as he looks at "Unconditional Election."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

Format



Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




10. Limited Atonement
The most common view of the atonement of Jesus is that Jesus died for everyone—that is, all people from all places in all times, every single human being that ever existed. But in order to take advantage of the benefits of the cross, one must first believe to be saved. Such a view is attractive, until we take a closer look at it. Dr. Sproul will look at this view in light of Scripture in this message entitled "Limited Atonement."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

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Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




11. Irresistible Grace
How is it that you who hated God so much now love him so much? What did you do to change your heart so radically? Do you remember resisting grace? Do you remember when you received it? Was it before or after you had faith in Jesus Christ for your salvation? In this message, Dr. Sproul considers these questions as he examines the doctrine of "Irresistible Grace."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

Format



Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




12. Perseverance of the Saints
Can people who are saved lose their salvation? If not, then how do we explain those people who have fallen away? In this message, Dr. Sproul thinks about these questions as he looks at "Perseverance of the Saints."

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English (en)

Authors



R.C. Sproul ,

Format



Video

Publisher



Ligonier

Publication Date



N/A




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