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Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

Getting Investments Right, Part 3 of 3 (You Can't Redo Life)

December 5, 2016

Jesus taught a lesson on ultimate investments in a parable recorded in Luke’s gospel. He counsels believers to invest in God’s kingdom, because only in the life to come will the true interest rate be on display. 

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Death no longer has dominion over the one who follows Christ. When the tomb was found empty, death lost its power. In “The Vanishing Power of Death,” Pastor Lutzer considers the evidence for the resurrection of Christ and its impact on the disciples. From Mary weeping at the tomb, to Thomas' doubting, to Christ's counseling session with two discouraged disciples on the road to Emmaus, Pastor Lutzer shows readers that the experiences of the disciples are poignant and relevant for believers today. This is a book that is sure to invigorate your faith and make a lasting difference in the hands of a friend. 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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In good times, stocks and bonds run hot. In shaky times, silver and gold look safer. In one of His parables, Jesus taught that the best possible return can only be had by investing our money for eternal dividends. In this, it’s true that “you can take it with you.”   
December 2, 2016
Jesus told about a wealthy man who decided to fire a manager. Before he left, the manager cut some deals with his master’s creditors… deals meant to curry favor, giving the manager options once his job ended. Today, we decipher why Christ commended a man who acted improperly.
December 1, 2016
Jesus told of a great banquet. The invited guests all had excuses, so the banquet host invited the poor, the crippled, those who would never expect such a treat and who could never repay him. This parable shows us how we should tell people about the gospel.
November 30, 2016
Jesus told of a banquet where a lot of people did not show up. Their excuses did not amuse the banquet host, who then scoured the countryside for people to dine at his table. This parable is a picture of the offer of the gospel to a lost mankind.  
November 29, 2016
Jesus shared a parable about a man hosting a banquet. When the invited guests begged off, he found anyone he could to sit at his table. God seeks the lost just like this man sought people to feed. Here lies an inspiring lesson on reaching people with the gospel.
November 28, 2016
Jesus told how three servants handled the money their master gave them to invest. Two made substantial returns and were rewarded. The third wrapped his coin in a piece of cloth and felt the wrath of his master.
November 25, 2016
A lot’s at stake in a courtroom, especially if you are being tried! One day, every believer will be on trial for his or her faithfulness to Christ. What we did with what we were given will be evaluated. Are you ready for your certain date in the courtroom of Jesus?
November 24, 2016
How we handle today’s small task affects whether we’re given a larger task to perform, receiving the rewards that go with it. In a parable, Jesus taught how faithfulness works, and also what the perils are for a lack of faithfulness. 
November 23, 2016
You’re either in the kingdom of light or the kingdom of darkness. Jesus said, “Whoever does not gather with Me scatters.” Let’s look at parables that help us fight the good fight during a time when Satan can still cause a lot of trouble.
November 22, 2016
In a parable, Jesus told of a strong man, and a stronger man, whose help is crucial in defeating the merely “strong” man. Here are more lessons on how we can’t go it alone. We can only defeat Satan in the name and power of Jesus.  
November 21, 2016
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The Vanishing Power Of Death
Death no longer has dominion over the one who follows Christ. When the tomb was found empty, death lost its power. In “The Vanishing Power of Death,” Pastor Lutzer considers the evidence for the resurrection of Christ and its impact on the disciples. From Mary weeping at the tomb, to Thomas' doubting, to Christ's counseling session with two discouraged disciples on the road to Emmaus, Pastor Lutzer shows readers that the experiences of the disciples are poignant and relevant for believers today. This is a book that is sure to invigorate your faith and make a lasting difference in the hands of a friend. 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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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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