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God’s heart is known by what He seeks—and He seeks the lost. Jesus demonstrated this by spending time with tax collectors and sinners. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains that people are incredibly valuable yet lost. We are called to carry on His work, seeking the lost and seeing them in light of eternity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20...

When Jesus comes to town, revival often follows. Zacchaeus’ life was changed, showing Jesus’ redeeming power. In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses the realities of conversion and commission. When people are convicted of sin and restitution is made, there is true freedom and joy from being right with God.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=202...

Encountering Jesus revolutionizes our hearts and even our cities. In Jericho, Jesus met the chief tax collector, Zacchaeus. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how curiosity about Christ leads to a moment of confrontation and confession. When Jesus comes to town, we will never be the same. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

If we’re serious about following Jesus, eventually we’ll leave the oasis and head into the wilderness. True intimacy with God requires fighting our temptations with Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how to overcome spiritual conflict in prayer. What if our spiritual battles turned into moments of sweet delight? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate...

Every temptation and worry is thrown at us to hinder our time with God. When we seek to pray, we often face a battle just like Jesus did in His own desert temptation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how the desert serves as a place of conflict, communion, and commitment. Let’s find out how dry places can revitalize our faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace...

Christ’s suffering on the way to the cross is our ultimate example. Following in those steps requires us to make fundamental changes in our priorities. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains Jesus’ priorities of patience and purpose. What kind of sacrifices do we need to make to align our lives with what matters most to God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/do...

We often feel overwhelmed by the complexity and busyness of modern life. Charles Sheldon’s novel invites us to ask one radical question: “What would Jesus Do?” In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares Jesus’ greatest priorities like prayer, people, and purity. What if following Christ’s example actually simplified our choices? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/dona...

The tests we face often lead many to question God’s love. The heroes of Hebrews 11 include ordinary people like us who had no immediate response to their prayers for deliverance—but still believed God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer ponders the tests of faith we face. Will our faith survive our circumstances? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=202...

Where is God when we really need Him? Though some give up on God altogether, believers across the ages have experienced loss and devastating trials. In this message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Lutzer unpacks four facts about faith in God in any circumstance. No matter what, we can trust Almighty God.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Most of us would choose comfort over risk. When our faith in God is genuine, we are ready for unfamiliar territory. In this message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Lutzer proves how Moses risked everything for an eternal reward. We all face a choice between the world’s temporary pleasures and lasting joy.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Some people say they have faith, yet their lives show little evidence of it. Others who possess true faith are willing to take risks. In this message on Moses’ life from Hebrews 11, Pastor Lutzer identifies Moses’ radical decision and powerful motivation. After all, any act of faith has risk. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Though doubts creep up, nothing can separate us from the love of God. Like Paul who was persuaded of this, we can’t think of anything more reassuring. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer shares three takeaways about God’s persistent love. What if God is birthing a lasting hope amid our tears and hurt?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=2...

When we’re in the midst of horrible suffering, we often can’t see God’s love for us. Yet He still loves us. In this message, Pastor Lutzer lists seven different kinds of circumstances that cause us to doubt the love of Christ. What if, in the end, we don’t merely endure but triumph? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Sometimes, Christians become worried they might lose their salvation. Self-condemnation must be confronted with a declaration of God. In this message from Romans 8, Pastor Lutzer celebrates the doctrine of justification, that we’ve been declared as righteous as Jesus is. Imagine being welcomed into heaven as if we were Christ Himself. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.onepla...