Renewing Your Mind

The Knight's Map

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May 9, 2026
R.C. Sproul, Reformed theologian and founder of Ligonier Ministries, reads his children's tale The Knight's Map and briefly explains its origin. The story follows Sir Charles, wrong turns from skeptics and idolaters, and a lampmaker who reveals the map's true source. Themes include trusting a divinely given map and following the narrow path to the prince.
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Sir Charles Receives The King's Map

  • R.C. Sproul tells Sir Charles' story about receiving a royal letter and a confusing map that sparked his quest for the Pearl of Great Price.
  • The narrative sets up encounters with characters like Mr. Skeptic who dismiss the map and push Sir Charles into doubt and misdirection.
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False Guides Lead To Loss And Harm

  • Sir Charles meets Mr. Skeptic and Mr. Idolmaker who each redirect him away from the map, causing him to become lost and wounded.
  • These encounters dramatize common objections: skepticism dismisses Scripture and false alternatives promise easier treasures.
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Lampmaker Reveals The Map And Its Maker

  • Mr. Pilgrim brings Sir Charles to the lampmaker who reveals he drew the map according to the great king's instructions and explains the backstory of the park, the enemy, and the prince's rescue.
  • The lampmaker represents the Holy Spirit who both authored the map and illumines understanding so the knight can follow it.
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