Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 28, 2013 What will your epitaph be? William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, sent a one word telegram as his last message to an annual conference. The wor
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 27, 2013 Involvement in a local church can be good medicine. Fellowship within the Body of Christ provides help and support when you need it most and there ar
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 26, 2013 When Christians are part of a community, sharing the burdens and joys of life, and projecting Gods traits to others, the world cant help but take
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 25, 2013 Are we on this planet to just take up space: eat, sleep, work, and die? No. God put us where we are to make a difference in the lives of others. But h
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 22, 2013 God has given every Christian a spiritual gift. We can be most productive when we use our gifts alongside of other members of the body of Christ. In t
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 21, 2013 Community. Were built with an innate desire to share our joys and sorrows. And being a Christianpart of the body of Christwe can run the race of
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 20, 2013 Living triumphantly in the midst of the worst life has to offer can be done by clinging to the promise that nothingnot even deathcan separate you
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 19, 2013 Among the most soaring words ever penned are those at the end of Romans 8 where the Apostle Paul lists all of the things that cannot separate us from
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 18, 2013 As a monk, Martin Luther would spend hours confessing his sins. But it wasnt until he discovered the principle of justification by faith that he bec
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 15, 2013 A death row inmate doesnt have a lot to look forward to. For unbelievers, the outlook is just as grim. But for those whove trusted Christ as Savio
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 14, 2013 As we explore the Bible, we come upon a horde of blessings that we inherit when we become children of God. Blessings that should encourage us when we
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 13, 2013 The greatest proof that God is on our side and willing to give us all things is that Hes already given us His most precious giftHis Son. Gods ch
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 12, 2013 The best news you will ever hear will comes from the Word of God, applied by the Spirit of God, designed to transform your life. Perhaps no other vers
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 11, 2013 As believers mature in their faith, they come to realize that salvation isnt a result of their seeking God, its actually the result of God choosin
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 8, 2013 Where do you go when life falls apart? Do you raise your hands in despair and cry out, What next? Or do you dive into the arms of God and allow Hi
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 7, 2013 Only Christians can be certain that their lives are heading toward a future gloryand thats why tragedies can be looked at as part of Gods greate
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 6, 2013 The Holy Spirit shares in our suffering. He is our Comforter and He will stay with us until we reach our home in heaven. So when difficulties arise, w
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 5, 2013 Suffering is something everyone faces at one point or another. We all long for relief. But Christians have a hope they can cling to: a future glory th
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 4, 2013 If youre having a rough day or if you feel like your life has been unkind, just wait. It will get better. As a child of God, your inheritance is ear
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: February 1, 2013 Series Description: Children of an Awesome God By digging into Pauls theology in Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer helps us grasp the blessings God has for th
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 31, 2013 Believers have been pardoned for all crimes done against God. Weve been forgiven. The righteousness of Christ is now ours and will take us all the w
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 30, 2013 All of us were born in Adamweve inherited sin and its consequences. But if you are a believer, youve been born again in Christ. And as P
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 29, 2013 To be people of integrity, we need to be honest, we shouldnt stretch the truth. Our character is a witness to the world, so its important to b
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 28, 2013 Integrity is something all Christians should strive for. Being honest and forthright, and having the reputation to prove it, glorifies God. We need to
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 25, 2013 Judging someones conduct can be a tricky business. You dont want to be a stumbling block; you want to help your brother or sister in Christ stay o
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 24, 2013 Conduct. How should Christians conduct themselves? Is it okay to watch movies? Dance? Play cards? Some Christians believe in rigid rules of conduct, o
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 23, 2013 Satans power is very real and can easily slip into our lives little by little if were not diligent in searching out hidden avenues where hes all
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 22, 2013 The culture in the United States is one where the occult isnt taken seriously. Its glamorized in best-selling books, makes big money at the box of
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 21, 2013 Is your sense of value based on your appearance, based on what your peers think, or based on the fact that God loves you? If youre looking to your p
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 18, 2013 If we believe what we see in television or in the movies, our value is based on our appearance. This distorted sense of value is damaging, especially
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 17, 2013 At no time in history has entertainment had so many inroads into our lives. Its not just television, radio, and theaters any more. We now have video
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 16, 2013 The entertainment industry has sunk to new lows. Movies that were rated R ten years ago are now PG-13. Music and video games glamorize sex and
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 15, 2013 The miracles performed by faith healers always attract attention. But are they real? In this message, Pastor Lutzer notes the inconsistencies in t
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 14, 2013 Miracles seem to be everywhere. Certainly, everybody wants one. And many religious television programs show all kinds of healing miracles. But are the
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 11, 2013 Throughout the Bible, God has a lot to say about false prophets. The bad news is not only for the prophet, but sometimes its also for those who foll
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 10, 2013 As cable and satellite television networks grow in abundance, so does the number of religious broadcasts. But in a time when people are more intereste
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 9, 2013 The most important doctrine that we must get right is the doctrine of salvation. Our opinion doesnt matter, and an error in understanding what it ta
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 8, 2013 Being able to discern true doctrine from false can mean the difference between an eternity spent in heaven or one spent in hell. In todays message,
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 7, 2013 Were all good at fault-finding. At least in others. Finding fault with ourselvesour actions, words, even our thoughtsisnt as easy. Were quic
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 4, 2013 We all need filters to help us judge whats okay and whats not. The problem is finding a filter thats reliable and trustworthy. God provided one
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: January 3, 2013 The culture of the day is one of tolerance. Were told that there isnt a definitive, absolute truth that we should accept whatever we encounter
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 31, 2012 Every Christian faces trials, often heavy trials, and we may see no reason for the deep valleys through which we go: sudden bereavement, a job loss, s
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 28, 2012 Jesus taught us to not worry. Yet many of us worry all the time. This causes stress and erodes our spiritual power. We scan internet blogs looking for
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 27, 2012 All around us, turmoil threatens. The stock market plummets. Wars drag on, the economy falters, job prospects dim. Terrorism breeds fear and uncertain
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 25, 2012 At last, the shopping race is over. No more running around for last minute gifts. Now, we can collect our thoughts. We can spend time with family, and
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 24, 2012 When Jesus said, You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free, He made possible the ultimate kind of freedomall real freedom has i
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 20, 2012 The skies over Bethlehem had never before radiated this much glory. Massed angels brought the light of the noonday sun. As shepherds cowered in fear,
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 19, 2012 Parents love their children, pastors love their congregations. But God loved mankind enough to send a great gift. As we run the last mile of the Chris
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: December 18, 2012 Just six days, only six days left to cruise the malls in hope of finding something for that special someone. As your race to the stores nears the fini