Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

Many of us count on others' opinions or our own accomplishments for our sense of worth. Just like Eve took the bite of fruit to be "like God," any sin or pride leads to horrific results. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer celebrates the true worth granted through God's grace from before time began. We were made to find our value in our Maker. This month's special offer is available fo...

Neither angels nor humans can ever profit from rebellion against God. Satan deceived Adam and Eve causing the fall of mankind. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes the stark consequences of rebellion: independence, isolation, and insecurity. Sin is always counterproductive. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-8...

There's a drop of Satan's rebellion in every human heart. His tempting of Eve aroused pride: the same pride that caused him to fall eons earlier. In this message from Genesis 3, Pastor Lutzer exposes how Satan approached Eve, and the nature of the lies. Is there a solution? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-2...

When God created the universe, everything was in perfect harmony—until one angel named Lucifer made a big mistake. In pride, he tried to steal glory from God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer further explores the five stages of Satan's career. Where do we fit in amid the devastation of Satan's rebellion?  This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offe...

Pride caused the Lucifer to fall. Why would God's archangel turn traitor, knowing he could never defeat the all-powerful Creator? In this message from Isaiah 14, Pastor Lutzer discusses how pride took root. In rebelling against God, Lucifer took millions of other angels with him.  This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at...

Everything we have is derived from God's loving, generous hand. Yet it's so easy to fall into pride. In this message, Pastor Lutzer introduces us to five stages in the career of God's number-one angel: Lucifer. Why did this archangel turn traitor and rebel against his Creator? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-80...

The greatest sin we can commit is to ignore God. The world's way of life is pleasure, to get all we can out of life before we go. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reflects on why respect for the Living God will transform our purpose in this life and the next. What is the purpose for which we were born? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrt...

The heaven of the heavens cannot contain the Lord. He's created the Earth, the sun, the moon, the stars, and the galaxies. In this message, Pastor Lutzer celebrates how God created us on this tiny planet—all within His redemption plan. There is no more fitting response than to fear Him. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call...

The most important thing about us is what we think of God. How we explain the pain and suffering in the world is directly tied to our view of God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer unfolds five attributes of God from eternity past. Scripture. What if growing our view of God actually comforted our hearts in this broken world? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yo...

Desperation leads us to prayer and fasting before the face of God. We're responding to Him, usually at a critical time. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us how to win spiritual victories with heightened sensitivity to the Lord. What needs are we praying for with desperation? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-...

Sometimes Christians pray without a sense of great need. But in the New Testament, we're taught to combine prayer and fasting. In this message, Pastor Lutzer dispels misconceptions about fasting, highlighting the benefits physically and spiritually. Praying while fasting changes our hearts. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or c...

The city of Chicago felt the mighty wind of the Spirit during the days of D.L. Moody, the founder of The Moody Church. Even today, when God shows up in power, it changes everything. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reflects on what to do while we're waiting for revival. What happens when God comes to church? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://o...

The Christian landscape in the United States has been dramatically shaped by the presence of God. How big was the impact of the revival on the church, and even society?  In this message, Pastor Lutzer indicates the distinguishing marks of revival. God is not intimidated by the many evils of our world. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerr...

We know that God is always with His people, as He's promised to be. But there are also times of revival when He unveils His presence in power. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares stories of America's Great Awakenings through people like Edwards, Finney, and Moody. May faith be quickened in our hearts as we pray for revival. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Ge...

We like to think of Jesus' love, but at His second coming, He will also be revealed as judge. Christians are not destined for God's wrath but for salvation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares a crucial contrast between people of the day versus those of the night. The difference has eternal consequences. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://o...

The day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. Paul told the church at Thessalonica of two kinds of people: Those of the day who are watchful and those of the night. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Lutzer notes the first of four contrasts between these groups. Which kind of people are we? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at ht...

Why do we study prophecy? The Thessalonians wanted to know what would happen to them when the Lord Jesus Christ returned. In this message, Pastor Lutzer communicates how Christ will come in two phases. The glorious return of Jesus will set all that is wrong to rights. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-500...

Taking the wrong path wastes irreplaceable time. But God's laws are clear and unchangeable, guiding us to life. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer explains how to please God in our day-to-day walk with Him. He shares a letter of a man's deliverance from pornography addiction. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com...

The church is God's people. It's time we took Paul's advice to the church in Thessalonica: choose holiness. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer answers three critical questions: what pleases God, why should we please God, and how should we do it? When we choose holiness, we're pleasing God. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https:/...

In our media age, sensuality, violence, and the occult pervade our screens. But the Church is called to holiness, even if it's not a popular notion. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer identifies the temptations and resistance we face to please God. Why should we choose holiness? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.c...

Taking a stand for what's right means going against the prevailing tide. To be counter-cultural and to speak up for the truth requires strength from God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers two takeaways from 1 Thessalonians 3, empowering Christians to remain faithful. Together, we can stand and face the world. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at ht...

Whenever Christians stand for something, conflict will generally arise. The church of Thessalonica was facing persecution and opposition, yet they stood firm. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares Paul's strategy to stand against temptation—together. Let's remain united, rooted in prayer and Scripture. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offer...

It's not always popular to take a stand. But when God comes in supernatural power to a church, we often see courage and resolve that wasn't there before. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 3, Pastor Lutzer shares why Paul sent Timothy to encourage the church in person. We need one another to stand against temptation. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours...

Servants continue to serve others even when those they serve don't appreciate it. In fact, a serving church is one where God's presence is known. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows the ultimate reward of service: glorious crowns for faithful living. Do we give without expecting anything in return? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw...

When God comes to church, He "house cleans" our hearts. It's no longer what people will think of me but what God will think of me. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes the boldness and sacrifice of the early Christian's proclamation of the Gospel. What can we learn about a heart of service? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com...