Running To Win

Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer

What Marriage Is And Isn't – Part 2 of 2

November 14, 2023

Many of us have experienced buyer’s remorse. When it comes to marriage, there’s no place for buyer’s remorse. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes four qualities of the heart found in a godly, healthy marriage. Within the sacred space of marriage, we have the blessing of God.

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Conflict in relationships is inevitable, but healing and reconciliation often is not. Time and again we've tried every option and failed, and all we are left with is a load of guilt and pain. Pastor Erwin Lutzer shows how the blessing the Lord gives to those who suffer unjustly is worth the pain involved. He also illustrates the need to leave our broken relationships in the hands of God and move forward in our lives toward freedom. 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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Marriage is designed to reveal God and His relationship with His people. Marriage is built on fundamental commitments over time. In this message, Pastor Lutzer identifies three commitments in marriage. The marital covenant is not about our pleasure, it’s about God’s glory and faithfulness.
November 13, 2023
The pain of fatherlessness permeates our culture. But fathers are called to be the center of godly influence and spiritual fervency in the home. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides examples of how a man can lead his family relationally and spiritually. The next generation depends on godly families.
November 10, 2023
A plethora of bad fathers are around us, modeling passivity and abusiveness. But fatherhood is a solemn responsibility, reflecting the character of God to children. In this message from Genesis 2, Pastor Lutzer explains how men can set the tone and meet the relational and spiritual needs of their family. What is God’s view of the role of a dad?
November 9, 2023
Rather than dismiss or discourage the importance of motherhood, the Bible considers it an honor. There’s no better role model than Mary, who experienced pain and conflict about her firstborn: Jesus, the Son of God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer encourages mothers to embrace their role. Imagine the rewards of nurturing children in the faith.
November 8, 2023
Motherhood is not an easy task, but it is rewarding. Having children is a divine calling from God, and every child is valuable. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes the mother’s potential to influence the future and impact the world. Will mothers persevere and raise their children to praise the Lord?
November 7, 2023
Today’s family unit is under attack at the foundation level. Having a healthy marriage lies at the bedrock, but this requires an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of husband and wife. In this message, Pastor Lutzer finds God’s grace amid the conflict and strife of human relationships. What does the Bible say about roles in marriage?
November 6, 2023
What was God’s original design for the family? Both men and women were created in God’s image. In this message from Genesis, Pastor Lutzer explains how God ordained distinct roles for each gender in the home. Today, the foundational roles of men and women are misunderstood, or even attacked.
November 3, 2023
In a vast universe, humanity seems so insignificant. Yet in Christ, we are given a significant inheritance. In this message from Revelation, Pastor Lutzer invites us to join the overcomers, while we’re here on earth. God will rightly judge, and we will ultimately rule with Him, forever.
November 2, 2023
Many of us will never be well-known for our service or influence. But will faithfulness in obscurity be rewarded in eternity? In this message from Luke 16, Pastor Lutzer identifies the privileges, responsibilities, and honors given to believers who overcome. Let’s be faithful with whatever we’ve been entrusted with by God.
November 1, 2023
Many people lead lives without direction, going nowhere at full speed. In setting forth the Christian’s high calling, the Apostle Paul uses the illustration of the games or the race. In this message, Pastor Lutzer lays out five rules for winning in the Christian life. Are we focused on the crown that will endure, or just temporary rewards?
October 31, 2023
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When You’ve Been Wronged
Conflict in relationships is inevitable, but healing and reconciliation often is not. Time and again we've tried every option and failed, and all we are left with is a load of guilt and pain. Pastor Erwin Lutzer shows how the blessing the Lord gives to those who suffer unjustly is worth the pain involved. He also illustrates the need to leave our broken relationships in the hands of God and move forward in our lives toward freedom. 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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