Running To Win

Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

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May 28, 2010
The rights of American believers to exercise their religion are now being destroyed, bit by bit. Clearly, persecution is coming. What do we do when faced with tough choices? Choices where we need to decide if we will obey God or man? The book of Acts gives us a blueprint on how to handle suffering for Christ and there may be a lot of that awaiting us in the days ahead. It's time for a much-needed reality check.

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Living With Your Passions
In a hyper-sexualized culture, sex is either reduced to pleasure-seeking or conflated with our identity. But God designed us as sexual beings for emotional and spiritual intimacy whose highest calling is to worship Him. In this revised edition, Pastor Erwin Lutzer draws on forty years of ministry experience to present a rationale for sexual purity. He gives an honest answer to the sexual pressures we face like extramarital relationships, self-gratification, same-sex attraction, and more. As desire-driven creatures, we don't have to pursue happiness at the expense of character. With our identity grounded in Christ, we can live victoriously with our passions. Click below to receive this book for a gift of any amount or call Moody Church Media at 1.800.215.5001.

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The gift of tongues has been a battleground for a long time. Some say it proves you're filled with the Spirit, so you'd better have it. To help clear up confusion, let's focus on what actually happened in the first century, and discover why the gift of tongues was given and what kind of tongues they really were. You may have had questions about all of this for some time.
May 27, 2010
It's said that "the pen is mightier than the sword." Yes, words are powerful, and when spoken, they can cut like swords. If we could rewind the tapes of our lives and hear all we've said, we'd probably be shocked. Our tongues can be lethal weapons. Only under God's control can they bring blessing rather than cursing. So how's your tongue these days?
May 26, 2010
As a runner heads into the last turn, sometimes his energy begins to run out. What he then needs is a source of power. Like runners getting a second wind, we're not left to carry out the Great Commission without resources. Jesus promised power, and when He has first place in our lives, that power begins to flow. How do we receive it?
May 25, 2010
The message is clear. Our culture and the media tell us to "look out for number one." And, in a way, they're right. Running the race of life involves understanding who is in charge. Once we realize that "number one" is not us, the race gets a lot easier. Today let's take the first step in living life with God in firm control.
May 24, 2010
It's said, "you can run, but you can't hide." When it comes to sexual sin, there's no ultimate way to cover up the damage. King David's tortured journey through moral failure shows us God's determination that we repent, and His mercy in restoring our souls, allowing us to once again serve Him as we should. Today: how we, like David, can come back to God.
May 21, 2010
King David had no excuse. But along came Bathsheba. The fire of lust burned, a baby was conceived, and a king ended up sanctioning murder to cover up the scandal. But the story didn't end there. David acknowledged his sin, sought forgiveness, and found restoration with God. So can any of us who has sinned sexually.
May 20, 2010
Although we're all programmed to love a quick fix, breaking the cycle of moral failure is a process, not an event. Addictions to pornography and illicit sex run deep, but the cure runs deeper still. That cure requires something to believe, something to do, and something to share. Today, we focus on what we must do in order to be free.
May 19, 2010
Years ago pornography was sold from behind the counter. Nowadays it's free, delivered to the privacy of your own computer. No wonder there's an epidemic of sexual addiction sweeping our culture. People turn their fantasies into realities, and families are being destroyed daily. Today: how to break the cycle of sexual addiction, and swim against a rising tide of immorality.
May 18, 2010
Millions of people are trapped in the bitterness of not forgiving those who have done them grievous wrong. You may be one of them. Your past may be a black hole, sucking all the joy from your life. On today's broadcast, you'll find the way out of the despair of harboring a grudge, and the way back to hope for the future.
May 17, 2010
They say the future is an open book. The pages are blank...nothing's written down. But the past, that's a different story. Many look back and see horrible abuses they've suffered, or, others they've abused. Even though forgiven by God, they feel dirty, and that feeling turns to depression and anger, sometimes toward God. Is there a way out? Please stay with us.
May 14, 2010
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Living With Your Passions
In a hyper-sexualized culture, sex is either reduced to pleasure-seeking or conflated with our identity. But God designed us as sexual beings for emotional and spiritual intimacy whose highest calling is to worship Him. In this revised edition, Pastor Erwin Lutzer draws on forty years of ministry experience to present a rationale for sexual purity. He gives an honest answer to the sexual pressures we face like extramarital relationships, self-gratification, same-sex attraction, and more. As desire-driven creatures, we don't have to pursue happiness at the expense of character. With our identity grounded in Christ, we can live victoriously with our passions. Click below to receive this book for a gift of any amount or call Moody Church Media at 1.800.215.5001.

About Running To Win

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.

About Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church where he served as the Senior Pastor for 36 years (1980-2016). He earned a B.Th. from Winnipeg Bible College, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, a M.A. in Philosophy from Loyola University, and an honorary LL.D. from the Simon Greenleaf School of Law (Now Trinity Law School).

A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on two radio programs: Running to Win—a daily Bible-teaching broadcast and Songs in the Night—an evening program that’s been airing since 1943. Running To Win broadcasts on a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. His speaking engagements include Bible conferences and seminars, both domestically and internationally, including Russia, the Republic of Belarus, Germany, Scotland, Guatemala, and Japan. He has led tours to Israel and to the cities of the Protestant Reformation in Europe.

Pastor Lutzer is also a prolific author of over seventy books, including the bestselling We Will Not Be Silenced, One Minute After You Die, and the Gold Medallion Award winner, Hitler’s Cross. Pastor Lutzer and Rebecca live in the Chicago area and have three grown children and eight grandchildren. Connect with Pastor Lutzer on X (@ErwinLutzer) or moodymedia.org.

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