Ask Ligonier

Ask Ligonier

Have you ever had questions about a passage in the Bible but you didn't know where to go for answers? Has a theological issue sent you searching far and wide for answers you can trust? In this podcast, Nathan W. Bingham submits questions from listeners like you to one of Ligonier Ministries' featured teachers or a special guest. Ask a biblical or theological question of your own and listen to answers from some of the most trusted pastors and theologians who are serving the church today.

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December 11, 2025 • 5 mins
What keeps the world from descending into complete disorder? Today, W. Robert Godfrey explores the doctrine of common grace, addressing common misconceptions and why this truth matters for Christians.

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What role does the Holy Spirit have in the lives of those who do not yet believe in Christ? Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how the Spirit brings individuals face-to-face with their need for the Savior.

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How should we respond when someone claims that God has spoken to them directly? Today, Joel Kim considers the nature of special revelation and how Christians can test such claims against God's Word.

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October 30, 2025 • 4 mins
Why do many Christians associate Calvinism with the acronym TULIP? Today, W. Robert Godfrey explains where this familiar term came from and how it seeks to summarize Reformed teaching.

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What should Christians do with the shame of a recurring sin? Today, Michael Reeves offers biblical counsel for finding hope and pursuing real change in the face of ongoing temptation.

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Why does Scripture call those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake "blessed"? Today, Derek Thomas reflects on the cost and privilege of following Christ in a hostile world.

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How can church members actively pursue unity? Today, Joel Kim reflects on the Apostle Paul's tender image of a nursing mother to illustrate how care and hospitality cultivate lasting fellowship.

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How can Christians know if their good works are Spirit-led or driven by the flesh? Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how our motives and focus reveal the true source of our obedience.

Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ask-ligonier/how-do-i-know-if-good-works-are-of-my-flesh-or-of-the-holy-spirit/

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August 21, 2025 • 7 mins
How can Christians deal with depression? Today, Michael Reeves looks to the lives of Martin Luther and Charles Spurgeon to help us understand how the Lord uses suffering to shape us into Christ's likeness.

Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ask-ligonier/how-should-a-christian-deal-with-depression/

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What does it mean to be baptized with the Holy Spirit and with fire? Today, W. Robert Godfrey helps us understand this striking phrase from John the Baptist and what it reveals about Christ's role in judgment and salvation.

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What is the value of reading Scripture in the order its events occurred? Today, Stephen Nichols considers how this approach to Bible study can shape our understanding of God's redemptive work throughout history.

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What can we do when Bible reading feels more like a duty than a delight? Today, Ken Jones reflects on how Christians may approach Scripture in a way that rekindles joy and devotion.

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Why does God enter into covenant with us, even though He knows how we will respond? Today, Michael Reeves reflects on what the Bible's answer reveals about God's character and His relationship with His people.

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Where should new Christians begin as they grow in their faith? Today, Stephen Nichols discusses a few timeless practices that have helped generations of Christians in their walk with Christ.

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What does it mean that Jesus is God's only begotten Son? Today, Joel Kim explains the biblical and theological significance of this title and why it's essential to distinguish between being begotten and being made.

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May 15, 2025 • 8 mins
What makes the virgin birth essential to the Christian faith? Today, Stephen Nichols examines this miraculous event in Scripture and its significance for our understanding of Jesus Christ.

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May 1, 2025 • 5 mins
What role does guilt play in the Christian life? Today, Ken Jones explores how believers should understand conviction of sin in light of Christ's finished work of redemption.

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April 17, 2025 • 3 mins
Did Jesus participate in the Jerusalem temple sacrifices? Today, W. Robert Godfrey examines Christ's obedience to the law, His identification with sinners, and His fulfillment of all righteousness.

Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ask-ligonier/did-jesus-offer-sacrifices-in-the-temple/

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What does it mean to guard your heart? Today, Michael Reeves explains the biblical definition of the heart and how feeding on God's Word shapes our spiritual lives.

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March 20, 2025 • 5 mins

Is it possible for a Christian to lose their salvation? Today, Ken Jones explains why true believers are eternally secure in Christ, emphasizing the sufficiency of His atonement and the assurance of God's saving grace.

Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ask-ligonier/can-christians-lose-their-salvation/

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