Running To Win

Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

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July 9, 2010
Beneath the shifting sands of our culture lies a bedrock that is immovable and unchangeable. That bedrock is the Bible. The Bible gives direction to those running life’s race, not just for this life, but for the life to come. Beginning today, we’re bringing an eight-part series that tells you why you can trust this book with your life. Get set for the journey.

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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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It’s not in the news or in the mainstream media, but there is a battle going on that demands our full attention, and full commitment. Your teenagers are in the crosshairs as powerful forces seek their destruction through early addiction to drugs and pornography. In this battle, the culture is not your friend.
July 8, 2010
Independence Day reminds us that America won its freedom. But some in America today are still locked in chains. America’s youth are being targeted by powerful forces bent on their destruction through early addiction to pornography and substance abuse. Today: a call for a new Independence Day as parents take back control of the destiny of their children. Stay with us.
July 7, 2010
When we think of God judging a nation, we tend to think of pestilence, famine, and invading armies. But consider this; judgment might come from within, as moral rot destroys our culture. Abortion kills our young, marriage is redefined, national wealth is squandered, all with a smiling Congress giving its blessing. Today, we will hear why judgment on America may already be in full force.
July 6, 2010
America just celebrated another birthday. History tells us that few nations get very far past 200 years old without breaking down. Some are conquered from the outside, others rot from the inside. The world’s superpower is facing a shaky future, as societal changes point to a loss of national character. Today, we will compare the America of 2010 to Israel during the time of the Judges.
July 5, 2010
When our bad choices result in harm to others, it may be only later that we realize what we have done.  Then, what do we do? The Apostle Paul had persecuted the new church with zeal.  He watched with glee as Stephen was stoned to death, then came his conversion on the road to Damascus.  How he came to grips with his actions is our focus for today’s broadcast.
July 2, 2010
Sometimes our bad choices only affect us personally.  But more often, they impact the lives of those around us. Bad decisions bring with them bad consequences, often in the lives of those close to us.  How do we unravel the messes we make when we act without God’s guidance?  Or, messes we made before coming to Christ?  Today we look at a few lessons from the Apostle Paul on handling messes like these.
July 1, 2010
The Bible warns us to guard our hearts, lest we turn away from the counsel of God. It’s very easy to rely on our own instincts. King Asa was faithful to God, except at the end of his life. Sadly, his finish line was marred by the consequences of a bad choice. Today we look at a few lessons we can learn from Asa’s failure.
June 30, 2010
“….what a tangled web we weave when first we purpose to deceive….”   Many people fear their secrets will one day be revealed. The webs we weave through deception entangle us with unintended consequences. Today we look at story from the Bible of a faithful king who failed near his finish line, leaving Israel in a state of war.
June 29, 2010
When we come to a fork in the road, we have two choices.   If we choose the wrong way, we have to face the consequences. That’s what happened to Jonah, told by God to preach to people he did not like. His attempt to flee brought him to the face of God. The God whose will would ultimately be done. Today we learn lessons we can apply when coming to our forks in the road.
June 28, 2010
Obligations are something we all have. Some are like millstones around our necks, and we’d do anything to be free of the pressure. Today we hear a story of an obligation God gave to, His prophet, Jonah, and his amazing journey to avoid that obligation. Jonah was told to go preach to the people of Ninevah, and everything in him said “no way.”
June 25, 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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