Running to Win - 25 Minute Edition
Running the race of life is hard. But with the Bible front and center and a heart to encourage, Pastor Erwin Lutzer presents clear Bible teaching, helping you make it across the finish line. Since 2011, this 25-minute program has provided a Godward focus and features listeners' questions.
Episodes
You Know He's Working For Your Good – Part 1 of 2
Where do we go when the days are dark and the nights are long? In every situation, Christians know all things work together for the good of those who love God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares four aspects of the overwhelming promise in Romans 8:28. Only a Christian can be certain that all of life is heading toward a future glory. This month's special offer is available for a donation of an
You Have Hope In Suffering – Part 2 of 2
Becoming a Christian doesn't mean we'll have a life without difficulty. Instead, this world and its troubles do not define us. In this message, Pastor Lutzer advises us with three transforming "don'ts" to avoid minimizing God's glory in suffering. We who have placed our hope in Christ have a permanent home where all suffering will cease. This month's special offer is available for a donation of an
You Have Hope In Suffering – Part 1 of 2
When life gets tough, many try to grin and bear it while others crack under the pressure. But Christians are given a blessed hope. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer shows three groans that are happening as we long for that day. Let's learn how to cling to this hope in the midst of our trials. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtw
You Will Sit Next To The King – Part 2 of 2
This life is not the end; eternity is coming. As believers, our inheritance is earning interest right now in the bank of heaven, as we serve the Lord in this world. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer shows how the Son crowns us. What does it mean we have an inheritance, including Jesus' name, His throne, and even His glory? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any a
You Will Sit Next To The King – Part 1 of 2
Salvation is much more than God forgiving our sins. For all who have believed in Christ, we become heirs to God's kingdom. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer shows how the Spirit leads us and the Father adopts us. Let's learn how the Bible describes the riches and blessings that are ours as God's children. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at
We Have A Divine Calling – Part 2 of 2
The righteousness of Christ is now ours and will take us all the way to heaven. But we still experience conflict due to our old desires which battle against the Spirit. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes our new focus and a new companion. How can we live intentionally as children of an awesome God? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtw
We Have A Divine Calling – Part 1 of 2
What does it really mean to be called a child of God? For God's children, there is no condemnation. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer celebrates our complete pardon and identity in Christ. Being in Christ means that we're in a world of safety, security, and certainty. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1
Death To Self-Justification – Part 2 of 2
Jonah preached in Nineveh only after God literally dragged him there. But was his heart ever broken by that which breaks the heart of God? In this message from Jonah 4, Pastor Lutzer applies two final lessons about being broken before God. Will we let ourselves be broken by God? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1
Death To Self-Justification – Part 1 of 2
Our sin nature drives us to justify our actions and hide our true selves. After a massive revival, Jonah the prophet opposed God's mercy on Ninevah. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how God appoints our comforts, our disappointments, and our trials. What will it take for us to give up our sinful rebellion and care for what breaks the heart of God? This month's special offer is available fo
Death To Self Interest – Part 2 of 2
We all struggle with seeing God show mercy to those we think don't deserve it. After a second chance, Jonah finally traveled to the great city of Nineveh. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how Jonah's heart remained out of sync with God's heart for Ninevah. Will we resent the Lord's kindness toward others? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at ht
Death To Self-Interest – Part 1 of 2
Some believers will only obey God after He teaches them a lesson the hard way. After three days inside a fish, Jonah still had no compassion on the people of Nineveh. In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses God's power to provide second chances. What if God's grace is available to everyone? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com o
Death To Self-Reliance – Part 2 of 2
Sometimes, circumstances overwhelm us, forcing us to turn to God for a way out. Jonah was certainly overwhelmed in the belly of the great fish. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God uses confinement to purify our hearts. What must God do before we finally surrender our self-will? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or ca
Death To Self-Reliance – Part 1 of 2
We all have a stubborn streak, especially when our personal plans conflict with God's. In desperation inside the great fish, Jonah turned to the Lord, confessing his sin. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us what God was doing in Jonah by listening to his prayer. Are we desperate for God now, or will we wait for God to make us desperate? This month's special offer is available for a donation o
Death To Self-Will – Part 2 of 2
There's a heavy cost in trying to outrun God's sovereign plan. Even a prophet's defiance cannot stop God's work from moving forward. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides four takeaways about God's will and our obedience. What if we laid down the weapons of a rebel for a yielded heart? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or ca
Death To Self-Will – Part 1 of 2
God has many ways of reaching us, even when we're digging in our heels. The story of a rebellious prophet shows the high cost of running from God. In this message from Jonah 1, Pastor Lutzer gives three lessons about what God does when His children run. Discover how God uses storms and discipline to bring us to surrender. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get y
Seeing The World – Part 2 of 2
God calls His people to be salt and light in a world facing spiritual decay. We are instructed to preserve the world and grant perspective on its darkness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how we can avoid losing our influence. We must point people to Jesus—not to ourselves. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1
Seeing The World – Part 1 of 2
Our society is falling apart—morally, socially, politically, and religiously. But Christians have a responsibility during these times. In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Lutzer opens three windows into how believers restrain evil and season society. Now is not the time to forsake our identity as Christians or compromise our witness. This month's special offer is available for a donation of an
The Meaning Of Pro-Life – Part 2 of 2
The defense of abortion reflects a culture that prioritizes its own desires over the authority of God. Yet a vision of the Lord leads to the profound realization of our shared need for Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals the path to cleansing and forgiveness, even after an abortion. What does it really mean to be pro-life? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amou
The Meaning Of Pro-Life – Part 1 of 2
When we replace God with ourselves, we do what's right in our own eyes. Isaiah pronounced woes on those who called evil good and good evil. In this message from Isaiah 5, Pastor Lutzer discusses seven woes that plague our nation, including abortion. But in the presence of God, we can find cleansing. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffe
Vocational Challenges – Part 2 of 2
How can we find lasting meaning in a world where everything eventually fades? True fulfillment comes when we see our daily tasks from the standpoint of eternity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how to view work as a divine service. As we serve in our various jobs, we are commissioned to bring glory to God. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at h
Vocational Challenges – Part 1 of 2
We may never receive the raise, promotion, or dream job we want. Yet, our work—no matter what it is—has significance to God and His kingdom. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Lutzer explains how to serve Christ instead of men. We have a divine calling that lasts for eternity. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us
What Caring Means – Part 2 of 2
We hear about tragedies and difficulties, yet we are often indifferent in our response to them. But God's people should be different—like Paul's love for the Thessalonians. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how we find Christ's heart for the needy. Christ cared for us, so we should care for others. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rt
What Caring Means – Part 1 of 2
We have trouble caring sometimes, don't we? Paul cared for the Thessalonians by the truth he spoke and by his nurturing posture. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 2, Pastor Lutzer discusses three levels of caring through words and acts. Discover how to break the cycle of loneliness by reflecting the compassion of Christ. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get
What God Seeks – Part 2 of 2
When God looks into our hearts, does He see a heart that is completely His? Asa's divided heart sought the assistance of pagan kings instead of God. In this message from 2 Chronicles 16, Pastor Lutzer shows what kind of heart God is seeking to support. Are we ready to give up our idols? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call
What God Seeks – Part 1 of 2
Where do we turn when the bottom falls out of our lives and a crisis hits? King Asa's compromise reveals the danger of misplaced trust. In this message from 2 Chronicles 16, Pastor Lutzer reveals three characteristics of God's search for a yielded heart. Discover the strong support God offers to those who surrender their idols. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount.
What Commitment Means – Part 2 of 2
Many are unwilling to sacrifice, to pay the price of surrendering their lives to Jesus. Mary's broken alabaster jar reveals the power of radical devotion. In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses the cost and beauty of brokenness. What if our brokenness and the fragrance that releases from us actually reaches eternity? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get your
What Commitment Means – Part 1 of 2
Are we content to be spectators, or are we ready to truly serve? Mary's unthinkable act of devotion for Jesus revealed a heart of radical love. In this message from Mark 14, Pastor Lutzer discusses the high cost of commitment. One "wasteful" moment of worship can leave an eternal legacy. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or cal
Compassion In Community – Part 2 of 2
Do our past mistakes make us too unclean for God? Jesus' powerful presence was life-transforming as He touched the broken—without being defiled. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how faith in Christ transforms us. Anyone can be healed and restored into a right relationship with God. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or ca
Compassion In Community – Part 1 of 2
Jesus loved outcasts. In an encounter with a woman who struggled with continuous bleeding, we glimpse His enduring compassion. In this message from Mark 5, Pastor Lutzer provides three descriptions of this woman's position. We too can be transformed by the presence and message of Jesus Christ. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com
Compassion In Outreach – Part 2 of 2
Our world is crowded, hurting, suffering, and lost. Many are ready and waiting for us to graciously ask questions and share our testimony of salvation. In this message from Matthew 9, Pastor Lutzer calls us to preach the gospel in the authority and compassion of Jesus. Do we have the apostle's kind of authority today? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours
Compassion In Outreach – Part 1 of 2
Large crowds followed Jesus, hoping to be cured of their many ailments. Jesus looks upon the troubled masses with compassion. In this message from Matthew 9, Pastor Lutzer maps out four steps to reach the lost with our eyes, our heart, our feet, and our mouths. We can go into a hurting world with the compassion of Christ. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get y
Living And Dying With The Assurance Of Salvation – Part 2 of 2
Many of us struggle with spiritual doubt, wondering if we are truly children of God. Answering that question with rock-solid certainty is crucial for our life today—and our eternity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how the Holy Spirit confirms our salvation, replacing spiritual doubt with unshakable peace. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at
Living And Dying With The Assurance Of Salvation – Part 1 of 2
Our eternal destination is the most vital question we will ever face. But we don't have to live in a state of spiritual anxiety. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores the "helmet of salvation" and the Holy Spirit's witness to our security in Christ. Discover the certainty we have that we belong to God. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://r
Knowing For Sure – Part 2 of 2
Salvation is not a cooperative effort between us and God. What Jesus Christ did on the cross is all we will ever need to stand in the presence of a holy God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares his parent's journey, as well as his own struggle, to find assurance of salvation. It's time to examine the roots of our faith. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get
Knowing For Sure – Part 1 of 2
Why do Christians still struggle with doubt? While some simply need the assurance of their security, others should honestly examine if they are truly in the faith. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers five reasons people doubt their salvation. It's time we took a good look at our doubts without brushing them aside. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours
Held In God's Hands – Part 2 of 2
God's love for us isn't fickle. In the courtroom of guilt and shame, Jesus, is our Advocate. In this message, Pastor Lutzer bases our assurance of salvation based on three pillars from Scripture. When we're uncertain of our standing with God, we don't have to speak for ourselves—Jesus is enough. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.c
Held In God's Hands – Part 1 of 2
Some believe we can't be sure of our eternal destiny. But this is the certainty we need to make all the trials of life bearable, even meaningful. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer explains the three pillars that form the bedrock of eternal security: God's plan, His pardon, and His pledge. Our security doesn't lie in anything we do, but in God. This month's special offer is available f
The Miracle We Need – Part 2 of 2
Our spiritual condition is hopeless without God. Whatever stage we're in spiritually, it's God who grants new life. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores the life-changing characteristics of regeneration. When God saves us, it's not only a miracle of power but of love and grace. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us a
The Miracle We Need – Part 1 of 2
No amount of effort will take you an inch in heaven's direction. Jesus told Nicodemus, a religious leader, that you must be "born again" to see the kingdom of God. In this message from John 3, Pastor Lutzer looks at the first of three characteristics of regeneration. The greatest miracle that God ever performed was to save you. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount
The Gift We Can't Live Without – Part 2 of 2
Sin colors everything. It takes an intervention from God to make us right with Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer identifies the qualities of the righteousness in Christ that assure you of your standing with God. There's cleansing available for those who finally give up their self-righteousness and believe in Him alone. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get y
The Gift We Can't Live Without – Part 1 of 2
How can we know we're right with God? A 16th-century German monk, Martin Luther wrestled with how we can become righteous before God. In this message from 2 Corinthians 5, Pastor Lutzer explores five characteristics of the righteousness of God. What if the only way to receive God's righteousness was by faith? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https
Why Is Grace Amazing? – Part 2 of 2
God's grace is very difficult to accept. Some of us feel we're too unworthy and others feel they have a good shot on their own. In this message, Pastor Lutzer speaks to both groups, applying God's grace. Whether we tend towards despair or pride, no one earns God's favor based on their merit. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com o
Why Is Grace Amazing? – Part 1 of 2
Most people know the hymn "Amazing Grace." Yet so few of us truly understand why grace is so amazing. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer explores five compelling characteristics of God's saving grace. Though no one is worthy, God gives this gift freely to those who believe on His Son. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoff
The Tragedy Of Misplaced Faith – Part 2 of 2
Many try to gain heaven through their own efforts. How do we avoid that kind of self-deception in our relationship with God? In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three explanations for how anyone could be self-deceived. There are many who will be shocked they won't enter the Kingdom of Heaven. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer
The Tragedy Of Misplaced Faith – Part 1 of 2
Sincerity is not enough in the matter of the salvation of your soul. In Matthew 7, Jesus makes an astounding contrast between false paths and the true path to God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer identifies three false paths on the broad way: achievements, mysticism, or rituals. But there is only one way of salvation. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get your
When The Shepherd Takes Our Hand – Part 2 of 2
We might agree God is in control, but do we truly trust Him with our own lives? As the Good Shepherd, He invites us to finally rest in His care. In this message from Psalm 23, Pastor Lutzer considers four lessons for needy sheep like us. Let's ask ourselves: "Is He 'my' shepherd?" This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call u
When The Shepherd Takes Our Hand – Part 1 of 2
Though we may feel unworthy of God's blessing, He chooses to pour it out on us anyway. The Good Shepherd takes a personal interest in every single lamb. In this message from Psalm 23, Pastor Lutzer reflects on how God guides, protects, and comforts His people like sheep. Though we are incredibly needy, He takes responsibility for us. This month's special offer is available for a donation of a
The Shepherd Protects His Sheep – Part 2 of 2
This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He
The Shepherd Protects His Sheep – Part 1 of 2
Do we really matter to God? As Christ's sheep, we are immovably secure in the hands of both the Son and the Father. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains the salvation and security found in the profound imagery of being kept by our Good Shepherd. Listen to discover why we are kept and each of our names are personally known. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. G
The Shepherd Comforts His Sheep – Part 2 of 2
Is the promise of a peaceful life simply too unrealistic? King David sang Psalm 23 amid the gritty reality of his deepest failures. In this message, Pastor Lutzer honestly discusses these verses by engaging in a raw dialogue with David. Listen to discover how a flawed life can still end in the arms of a merciful God. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours
The Shepherd Comforts His Sheep – Part 1 of 2
We often feel overwhelmed by the dark valleys and storms of life. But God never leads us on a path without accompanying us. In this message from Psalm 23, Pastor Lutzer explains how the Good Shepherd protects, provides, and plans for us. Let's discover how to find a happiness in God that stays far beyond the reach of our enemies. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amoun
The Shepherd Guides His Sheep – Part 2 of 2
We can never wander too far for God to ever find us. The Good Shepherd always seeks us out because His heart is for the broken and to restore His glory. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three truths for needy, lost sheep. Discover why there is more grace in His heart than there is sin in your past. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://
The Shepherd Guides His Sheep – Part 1 of 2
Trials and discouragement are inevitable, even for Christians. But we are not left alone—God is our Good Shepherd. In this message from Psalm 23, Pastor Lutzer explains how the Good Shepherd leads the wandering and restores the fallen. Let's discover how His mercy reaches us in our deepest valley and brings us home. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours
The Shepherd Cares For His Sheep – Part 2 of 2
Many of us wander through life—thirsty, restless, and prone to straying. But Jesus, our Good Shepherd, suffered and sacrificed Himself for us. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how Jesus claims us as His own. We can trust the risen Christ because He's still caring for His people today. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or
The Shepherd Cares For His Sheep – Part 1 of 2
God's people are like sheep, and the Lord Jesus Christ is our Shepherd. The familiarity of those words can obstruct us from the comfort of those words. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores the intimate bond between a loving Savior and His weary sheep. Learn why these famous words hold the secret to our soul's peace. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get your
The Future We Appreciate – Part 2 of 2
The return of Jesus to this earth will be the event of all time. When He comes, those who have loved and served Him will be raised to greet Him. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer walks us through four steps in the sequence of the last days. The Bible clearly teaches that Jesus is returning soon. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at
The Future We Appreciate – Part 1 of 2
While Christians still disagree about exactly how and when Jesus will return, this should not be an issue that divides us. The blessed hope of Christ's return motivates us. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer explains various views on the return of Jesus. In the end, Christians will be changed and dwell with God forever. This month's special offer is available for a donation of
The Church We Love – Part 2 of 2
Believers all over the world form Christ's bride. Soon, we will be with our Groom forever—sanctified and dressed for the occasion. In this message, Pastor Lutzer observes three characteristics of the church's wedding to Christ. In love, Jesus is preparing us for the ultimate wedding. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us
The Church We Love – Part 1 of 2
The original word for "church" means the "called-out ones." If we believe in Jesus, we're called to be separate from the values of our culture. In this message from Ephesians 5, Pastor Lutzer explores the origin, the cost, and the condition of the church. It's hard to stand for Christ, but with the support of a local assembly, it becomes a lot easier. This month's special offer is available for a
The Devil We Abhor – Part 2 of 2
Satan wants us to think he doesn't exist. In fact, his strategy from the garden, to the early church, to today has been to impede our way to the Holy City. In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer shares two stunning ways Jesus has already defeated and triumphed over Satan. Where did Satan come from, and how can we win against his schemes? This month's special offer is available for a donation
The Devil We Abhor – Part 1 of 2
If the devil tempted us in a red suit with a pitchfork, we might laugh. But the real devil is clothed as an angel of light. In this message, Pastor Lutzer answers crucial questions about the enemy of our souls. Satan and his minions wreak havoc in this world but only to the extent God permits. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com
The Angels We Appreciate – Part 2 of 2
Angels are God's messengers, bringing His Word, protecting His people, and exerting His judgment. We'll never know in this life how often angels have protected us. In this message from 1 Peter 1, Pastor Lutzer points out two truths about our relationship with angels that should transforms us. What is the past, present, and even future ministry of angels? This month's special offer is available f
The Angels We Appreciate – Part 1 of 2
The world of the spirit realm is real. Unseen millions of God's angels hover all around His people, serving those who are the heirs of salvation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer unveils the nature, personality, and ministry of angels. What are these spirit beings like and what do they do? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or cal
The Gospel We Proclaim – Part 2 of 2
The gospel simply means the good news. Jesus' death and resurrection brings us forgiveness and life—that's great news! In this message, Pastor Lutzer observes how true faith involves three elements: knowledge, assent, and trust. Then, what kind of people have a hard time accepting the gospel? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com o
The Gospel We Proclaim – Part 1 of 2
Some think salvation is by works, or a mix of God's grace with our good deeds. But salvation is a work of undeserved grace. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer contrasts false views of salvation with what the Bible teaches. There is nothing we can do to add to the redeeming work of Christ. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwof
The Sin We Rationalize – Part 2 of 2
All of us have a dark side. But the theologian Augustine realized he was a sinner by nature and necessity, yet sin is not essential to being human. In this message, Pastor Lutzer marks three critical lessons about the sin we rationalize. What will it take for us to no longer be "children of wrath?" This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer
The Sin We Rationalize – Part 1 of 2
"Sin" is a word that has been dropped from modern vocabulary. Even some Christians prefer to think of "sins" as shortcomings or sicknesses. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer exposes two deadly lies we believe about sin. Sin is so serious God sent his Son to pay the ultimate penalty that ultimate justice demands. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. G
The Spirit We Embrace – Part 2 of 2
What does being the Spirit's temple actually mean? The Scripture reveals deep truths about the Holy Spirit and our own identity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer defines the Spirit's four-fold ministry: filling, indwelling, baptizing, and sealing. Let's align ourselves more closely with His divine guidance. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://r
The Spirit We Embrace – Part 1 of 2
Jesus sent the Spirit to dwell within His people. But what is the Holy Spirit and what does He do? In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Lutzer shows us the companionship, power, and desires of the blessed Holy Spirit. Because Christians belong to God, it even affects how we treat our bodies. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffe
The Son We Follow – Part 2 of 2
Some see Jesus' death as merely a sad end to a good life. But the central mission of Jesus was to die and be raised, in exaltation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer marks three lessons about the inverted nature of Jesus' humility, suffering, and cross. What if we stopped acting like being a Christian is all about winning, and started realizing it's actually about humility? This month's special offe
The Son We Follow – Part 1 of 2
To see who God is, and what God is all about, all we need to do is look at Jesus. He willingly gave up His throne, came to Earth, and gave His life for us. In this message from Philippians 2, Pastor Lutzer observes three descriptions of Jesus that were different upon His incarnation. Jesus came on a mission. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https:
The Father We Worship – Part 2 of 2
How can anyone describe the infinite? Because of who God is, we should live differently, knowing that He has everything in hand. In this message from John 4, Pastor Lutzer explores two attributes of the God who's worthy of worship: He never changes and He's sovereign. May we worship God in spirit and in truth. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at http
The Father We Worship – Part 1 of 2
Christians are called to proclaim the excellencies of God. But do we truly know who He is? In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows you three examples of how the attributes of God call us to respond: self-existence, holiness, and wisdom. The more we know about God, the more able we will be to publicly demonstrate our belief in His incredible nature. This month's special offer is available for a dona
The Book We Trust – Part 2 of 2
The Bible claims to be the Word of God. All over the world, Christians suffer for the Bible, skeptics are transformed by reading it, and some countries even ban it. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three reasons the Bible is God's Word: logical, authoritative, and personal reasons. Let's find out why we can trust the Bible. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amou
The Book We Trust – Part 1 of 2
The Bible displays the styles of its various human authors on every page. So, is the Bible a human book or is it a divine book? In this message, Pastor Lutzer addresses five honest questions many people have about the divine and human nature of the Bible. The Word of God is powerful and living, and it is available to all. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get y
Honest Doubts and God's Hidden Purposes
Do you believe faith can endure even when miracles do not come? Our faith is not in our circumstances but in God. In part four of this interview, Pastor Erwin Lutzer reveals how to move beyond requests to find deep fellowship and security in God's hidden purposes. Let's learn to trust a Father who hears your cries even when He says "no." This month's special offer is available for a donation of a
The Unanswered Prayer That Saved the World
God sometimes substitutes our specific requests with a far greater, unexpected gift. Scripture shows God saying "no" to both the Apostle Paul and Jesus in Gethsemane. In part three of this interview, Pastor Lutzer reveals God's sufficient grace in unanswered prayers. Could our redemption actually depend on a prayer that went unheeded by the Father? This month's special offer is available for a do
Wrestling with Divine Silence through Abraham and Habakkuk
Many feel betrayed and shortchanged when God fails to come through as expected. Both Abraham and Habakkuk experienced the mystery of divine silence. In this interview based on his book Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers?, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God answers our hearts. Rather than demanding explanations, let's choose joy in God's sovereignty. This month's special offer is available for a donatio
Beyond Name-It-Claim-It Toward God's Hidden Purposes
When God is silent, we wonder if He's forsaken us. But Scripture reveals God's hidden purposes in our pain. In part one of this interview, Pastor Erwin Lutzer discusses His new book, Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers?, with Pastor Larry McCarthy. What if a "no" from Heaven could actually be the key to a transformed life? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yo
Managing Disappointment Of Unanswered Prayer – Part 2 of 2
How do we cope with unanswered prayers? There's often a glaring gap between our pain and our peace. In this message, Pastor Erwin Lutzer reveals six biblical admonitions for enduring trials according to the will of God. Let's step out of the cycle of disappointment even when God doesn't run His business the way we expect. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get y
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