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Welcome to the Pristine Grace website

Pristine Grace exists for believers who love Christ but are worn down by religious expectations, duties, and man-made burdens. If you've grown weary of being told how to feel more spiritual, how to become a better Christian, or how to earn God's favor through effort - you're not alone.

This site offers Scripture-centered reflection on Christ and the Gospel - content rooted in the historic Christian emphasis on God's sovereign grace, the finished work of Christ, and the freedom that comes from resting in what He has already done.

Here you'll find thousands of articles, books, and sermons from trusted voices - not to add more to your plate, but to point you again and again to the One who said, "It is finished."

Pristine Grace has been maintained by Brandan Kraft since 1997.

Why "Pristine Grace"?
The gospel - pure, clear, and free (hence, pristine) - is good news because it proclaims pardon through the blood of Jesus and justification through his righteousness. It reveals an obedience that honored the law and a sacrifice for sin that removed it forever. This gospel brings glory to God and salvation to the soul. It is a revelation of sovereign mercy, love, and grace, in which each Person of the Trinity is exalted. In it, "mercy and truth meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other." Truth springs up from the hearts of humble sinners, and righteousness - satisfied by Christ's obedience - looks down from heaven.
- Adapted from J.C. Philpot · Read the full article

Podcast

The Pristine Grace Podcast features plain-spoken, long-form reflections on the Gospel of God's free and sovereign grace.

Music Videos

Brandan Kraft writes songs as a form of theological reflection, prayer, and confession. Each song explores a theme from Scripture and is offered here for the listener's enjoyment. Below are three YouTube playlists - one for each album - along with a selection of music videos.

Latest Articles

Introducing Pristine CMS 4.0 (Beta)
After many hours of behind the scenes work I am excited to announce that Pristine CMS 4 0 beta has...
Pinned Brandan Kraft Jan 31, 2026 5 min read
When Truth Becomes a Weapon
I believe deeply in sovereign grace I always have I believe God saves sinners by grace alone...
Pinned Brandan Kraft Jan 18, 2026 4 min read
The Insidious Rise of the Internet Heresy Hunter
He is proud knowing nothing but doting about questions and strifes of words whereof cometh envy...
Pinned Brandan Kraft Apr 25, 2020 18 min read
Ye are Complete in Him
The believer's standing in Christ does not fluctuate with his feelings not even the increase or...
Bruce Crabtree Jan 19, 2026 1 min read
Don't Be a Minister
I always say to young fellows who consult me about the ministry Don't be a minister if you can help...
Charles Spurgeon Jan 16, 2026 1 min read
My Goal
I have one goal in preaching this morning that Christ be glorified I want to declare Christ in all...
Frank Tate Jan 16, 2026 1 min read
The Danger of Turning Explanations Into the Gospel
Editor's note I am a Trinitarian But the article I'm sharing with you below is something I agree...
MPJ Jan 12, 2026 10 min read
Gadsby's Hymns now in Indie Rock Form
The AI music revolution has truly begun and I've witnessed its transformative power firsthand...
Jan 9, 2026 1 min read
Things Never Change
I have given up being excited about the New Year for some time now because I have found that...
Frank Tate Jan 9, 2026 2 min read
Faith, Humility, and Love in an Imperfect Church
Throughout church history there has often been deep division even over matters considered central...
Greg Flannery Jan 8, 2026 4 min read
Grace Produces Humility
Believers have been distinguished from unbelievers but that can never lead to pride in the believer...
Frank Tate Jan 4, 2026 2 min read
Light Comes Gradually
It is striking that some in their zeal for precision speak as though the gospel were preserved only...
MPJ Jan 4, 2026 1 min read
Beware
I often fear much for those who hear the Gospel regularly I fear lest you become so familiar with...
J.C. Ryle Jan 4, 2026 1 min read
Theologically Informed Pagans
A heathen may intellectually accept a list of Gospel facts But without a divine miracle to open his...
John MacArthur Dec 21, 2025 1 min read
Right Doctrine Cannot Save You
Right doctrine is no more capable of saving you than right doing It is Christ who is our Savior not...
Don Fortner Oct 16, 2025 1 min read
Look Up!
Who is he that condemneth It is Christ that died yea rather that is risen again who is even at the...
Greg Elmquist Oct 9, 2025 1 min read
Pride and Grace are not Compatible
David said It is good for me that I have been afflicted that I might learn Thy statutes Psalm 119...
Henry Mahan Oct 7, 2025 1 min read
Christ Suffered Without the Gate
Wherefore Jesus also that he might sanctify the people with his own blood suffered without the gate...
Frank Tate Oct 6, 2025 1 min read
Judging Not by Sight but by Faith
While we look not at the things which are seen but at the things which are not seen for the things...
Joe Terrell Oct 6, 2025 2 min read
The Good News
The good news of the Gospel is that Jesus lived a life of perfect righteousness of perfect...
R.C. Sproul Oct 1, 2025 1 min read
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Latest Sermons

Simply to Thy Cross I Cling
2 Corinthians 5:21; Isaiah 53:5-6
Pinned Brandan Kraft Feb 3, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
A Daughter Of Abraham
Luke 13:10-17
Peter L. Meney Feb 3, 2026 Audio Transcript
Of Such Is The Kingdom Of God
Luke 18:15-17
Eric Lutter Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Abiding in Christ
Bill Parker Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
In the Last Days (2)
2 Timothy 3:5-9
Bill Parker Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
TV: There Is Forgiveness
Psalm 130
Gabe Stalnaker Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Korah's Rebellion
Jude 11
Angus Fisher Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Atonement Made to Stay the Plague
Numbers 16:41-50
Angus Fisher Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Determined To Preach Christ Crucified
1 Corinthians 2:1-2
Tom Harding Feb 1, 2026 Audio Transcript
But he giveth more grace
James 4:6; Psalm 38
Rowland Wheatley Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
After The Ten Commandments
Todd Nibert Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
He Giveth Snow Like Wool
Psalm 147:16-20
Eric Floyd Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Am I A Friend Of Christ?
John 15:12-16
Todd Nibert Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Why Christ Died- Part 1
Ephesians 5:22-27
Caleb Hickman Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
The Place Of GOD's Honor
Psalm 28:8
Marvin Stalnaker Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
To You It Is Given
Chris Cunningham Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Rightful Place and Message of Ministers 1 Cor 3
1 Corinthians 3
Fred Evans Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Our Lament and Plea
Psalm 90
Bernie Wojcik Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
Abounding by Grace
2 Corinthians 8:9
Jeff Taubenheim Feb 1, 2026 Audio Transcript
I Tell You of a Truth
Luke 4:25-30
Clay Curtis Feb 1, 2026 Audio Video Transcript
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