5 Minutes with Pastor Lutzer

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed globalism as we know it. Christians face issues related to national borders, citizenship, cryptocurrency, contact tracing, and more. Pastor Lutzer perceives six marks of increasing globalism which correspond to the end times. No matter our future, Christians have a blessed hope.

Children are a parent's most precious possession. As our culture collapses in moral destruction, how will we pass the baton to the next generation? Pastor Lutzer examines the relationship between the education system and parental responsibility. God is going to hold us responsible for how we raise our children.

Self-perception alone is not a reliable guide for who we are. How can Christians balance civic involvement as well as extending love to those who identify as transgender? Pastor Lutzer distinguishes listening well from confusing reality. If Christians do not speak about these issues, all that is left is the secular morality of the state.

Our world is filled with conflict and biased voices. We're inundated with information through the 24-hour news cycle and our podcasts. Pastor Lutzer conveys the effect today's speech codes are having on public discourse, particularly in universities. With all the ways words are used and misused, how do we peel back the labels?

Our nation is not only divided but also often vilified for acquiring land immorally from native peoples. What can we learn from our history of war and atrocities without falling into the pitfalls of collective guilt? Pastor Lutzer shares from his heart, offering a bold prayer for our nation. Imagine the difference Christians can make as active citizens, living for our eternal home.

These days, truth is often defined by what's within us instead of what's objectively outside of us. Relative truth results in critical theories which interpret academics and documents, even the Bible, from a lens of oppression and power. Pastor Lutzer addresses the need for an ultimate standard for objective truth. Can we know the meaning of truth in a day of misinformation and propaganda?

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are high values in our culture today. Although many are concerned about what's been done against people of color, what prevents us from espousing a victim versus oppressor mentality? Pastor Lutzer articulates a biblical view of race, ethnicity, and unity. Christians have more in common than we realize.

Many people are into spirituality today—but only on their terms. If the "god" we follow doesn't have any disagreement with us, then we must evaluate whether we might be fashioning a deity in our own image. Pastor Lutzer cuts to the heart of the "religion of self." What can save us from our deluded ideas of greatness?

Many live with a dangerous delusion. It's a lie which creeps throughout world history in various ways. Pastor Lutzer evaluates Marx's and Freud's thought to see their influence on our culture and politics today. In our day of critical theories, deconstruction, and relativized truth, the Christian worldview is built on a more durable, sure foundation.

Christian convictions are being challenged by the prevailing cultural narrative. We might say nothing or even go along with the dominant cultural ideas. Pastor Lutzer defines the courage it takes to speak carefully, according to our conscience, in a day when freedom of speech is being uniquely censored. To go against conscience is neither right nor safe.

Everyone is supposed to clap for what's culturally acceptable. What happens when an entire group is collectively demonized? Pastor Lutzer tells the story of Alexander Solzhenitsyn and the reasons why he stood against the political repression of the Soviet Union in his day. When Christian convictions are canceled in the workplace, schools, or social media platforms, to whom do we turn?

Christians can no longer live in the cultural "mushy middle." The moral pressure points of our culture—abortion, sexualization, or the freedom of religion—are all political issues. Pastor Lutzer offers compelling comparisons between Jesus' fearful disciples and the complacent, or complicit, church of today. We need heroes, however reluctant, who are willing to stand for Christ.

What can we expect in the life to come? The book of Revelation speaks of an indescribable city. Pastor Lutzer anticipates our dwelling place, occupations, health, and even our neighbors. The future is coming and for believers it is glorious.

We long for the day when sin, suffering, and death will be no more. Yet to consider eternity is beyond anything we can fully grasp or express. Pastor Lutzer responds to common questions about heaven, highlighting the wonder of God's presence. What if the glories of heaven could bring hope to our troubled souls?

Where will we end up after the end-times? God created all of us as immortal beings, but the future is dreadful for every sinner who doesn't have the righteousness that God requires. Pastor Lutzer answers three burning questions about the Bible's most chilling doctrine: hell. Throughout history, preachers have either avoided or dreaded this critical reality.

Christ's return on the Mount of Olives will unleash a series of events that reverses the curse. He will reign for a thousand years over all the earth as well as into eternity. Pastor Lutzer anticipates the second advent of Christ through a song. What wonders we will behold in that day!

Imagine the heavens opening at the second coming of Christ. It's almost impossible to visualize the extent of His judgment upon the nations and Satan's throes. Pastor Lutzer celebrates a breathtaking glimpse of Christ in all His glory. Will we be there with Him?

Everything we've ever seen will pale in comparison with the glorious return of Christ. When Jesus descends from heaven, He will fight for us. Pastor Lutzer highlights believers' eyewitness involvement in the coming of the Son of Man. How will the nations and the earth itself respond?

Are we alarmed when we hear about wars or pandemics? With destruction intensifying even more as the return of Christ draws near, Pastor Lutzer reflects on the role of believers during the Great Tribulation. The evil all around us echoes the evil within all our hearts.

Evil seems to be winning in all spheres around the world. During the tribulation, an unholy trinity will ascend to power. Amid chilling prophesies ahead, Pastor Lutzer provides hope for those who worship the Risen Christ. Circumstances are not always what they appear to be!

The power of Christ will be mimicked by a global leader in the future tribulation. Much like the euphoria around Hitler, he will amass worldwide adoration. While Pastor Lutzer describes the dark side of prophesy, he also offers hope. What could possibly overcome a leader empowered by Satan himself?

Anticipating the coming kingdom transforms how we live today. Pastor Lutzer paints a picture of heaven's wedding so we can center on what it's all about. As the redeemed, we await Christ's return. Are we being faithful to our True Lover?

Who is invited to heaven's wedding? All the saints will gather to give praise to the One deserving all the praise. In a touching reflection, Pastor Lutzer wonders at Jesus' presence at the marriage supper of the Lamb. We'll be surprised where we'll find the Groom at His own marriage celebration.

Heaven staggers the imagination, a feast of eternal joy which all points to Jesus' glory. Having focused on believers at the rapture and the judgment seat of Christ, Pastor Lutzer now describes the context for a third event: the marriage supper of the Lamb. Are we dressed and ready to make our home with the True Bridegroom?

At Christ's eternal reign, what does it mean for believers to reign with Him? Christ has different responsibilities for those who have endured to the end. Pastor Lutzer warns against missed opportunities to be faithful today. Are we going for the gold?