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Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

Pornography: The Soul Defiled, Part 1 of 2 (Seven Secret Snares)

August 21, 2014

Since we all have sexual desires, it is tempting to satisfy those desires outside of God’s will.  Today we will take a probing look at the damage done by pornography in our culture, a flood most prevalent these days on the internet.

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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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Like quicksand, alcohol draws in its victims until they can no longer free themselves.  The temptation to drink is best handled by never taking that first sip. It is very difficult to say, “I’m quitting tomorrow.”
August 20, 2014
Alcohol abuse is costing our society billions in lost productivity, lost relationships, and lost lives. And all too many Christians misuse what they feel is their freedom to drink by drinking one too many.  
August 19, 2014
Gambling is a shortcut that bypasses honest labor and violates all that God stands for. 
August 18, 2014
From lottery tickets to riverboats, gambling addiction spells big trouble, taking money from those who can least afford it, those hoping for a “big break.” The lure of fast cash leads all too many Christians into serious trouble.
August 15, 2014
Most of us have too much stuff. In our greed we look at our neighbors, note their possessions, and say, “I need them.” Greed is insidious, and unless it is put to death, it will choke the life out of a Christian.
August 14, 2014
Greed says “I want more.” Greed is the first of the Seven Secret Snares that Erwin Lutzer is exposing. It lies like a serpent within our souls, and to learn how to break the power of greed in your life.
August 13, 2014
Satan tries to derail our walk with God. He appeals to natural desires, and gets us to fulfill them in destructive ways. Today we will discuss how a Christian can best deflect temptation. 
August 12, 2014
We face temptations every day. They draw us away from God and toward destructive choices that can ruin our lives, families, and futures. We must shake off complacency, realizing we are in a state of battle with our mortal enemy, the devil. 
August 11, 2014
Satan uses demons to influence and indwell people, leaving behind a trail of destructive choices and actions. The victims of these actions are then left with pasts that are hard to deal with.
August 8, 2014
Philosophers have long wrestled with the root cause of evil. One major cause is our enemy Satan, who seeks to destroy in any way he can. This message will take a look at how people can be influenced by the devil to perpetrate their deeds.  
August 7, 2014
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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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