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The gospel simply means the good news. Jesus’ death and resurrection brings us forgiveness and life—that’s great news! In this message, Pastor Lutzer observes how true faith involves three elements: knowledge, assent, and trust. Then, what kind of people have a hard time accepting the gospel? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Some think salvation is by works, or a mix of God’s grace with our good deeds. But salvation is a work of undeserved grace. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer contrasts false views of salvation with what the Bible teaches. There is nothing we can do to add to the redeeming work of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

All of us have a dark side. But the theologian Augustine realized he was a sinner by nature and necessity, yet sin is not essential to being human. In this message, Pastor Lutzer marks three critical lessons about the sin we rationalize. What will it take for us to no longer be “children of wrath?” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

“Sin” is a word that has been dropped from modern vocabulary. Even some Christians prefer to think of “sins” as shortcomings or sicknesses. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Lutzer exposes two deadly lies we believe about sin. Sin is so serious God sent his Son to pay the ultimate penalty that ultimate justice demands. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

What does being the Spirit’s temple actually mean? The Scripture reveals deep truths about the Holy Spirit and our own identity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer defines the Spirit’s four-fold ministry: filling, indwelling, baptizing, and sealing. Let’s align ourselves more closely with His divine guidance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Jesus sent the Spirit to dwell within His people. But what is the Holy Spirit and what does He do? In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Lutzer shows us the companionship, power, and desires of the blessed Holy Spirit. Because Christians belong to God, it even affects how we treat our bodies. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Some see Jesus’ death as merely a sad end to a good life. But the central mission of Jesus was to die and be raised, in exaltation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer marks three lessons about the inverted nature of Jesus’ humility, suffering, and cross. What if we stopped acting like being a Christian is all about winning, and started realizing it's actually about humility? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

To see who God is, and what God is all about, all we need to do is look at Jesus. He willingly gave up His throne, came to Earth, and gave His life for us. In this message from Philippians 2, Pastor Lutzer observes three descriptions of Jesus that were different upon His incarnation. Jesus came on a mission. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

How can anyone describe the infinite? Because of who God is, we should live differently, knowing that He has everything in hand. In this message from John 4, Pastor Lutzer explores two attributes of the God who’s worthy of worship: He never changes and He’s sovereign. May we worship God in spirit and in truth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Christians are called to proclaim the excellencies of God. But do we truly know who He is? In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows you three examples of how the attributes of God call us to respond: self-existence, holiness, and wisdom. The more we know about God, the more able we will be to publicly demonstrate our belief in His incredible nature. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

The Bible claims to be the Word of God. All over the world, Christians suffer for the Bible, skeptics are transformed by reading it, and some countries even ban it. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three reasons the Bible is God’s Word: logical, authoritative, and personal reasons. Let’s find out why we can trust the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

The Bible displays the styles of its various human authors on every page. So, is the Bible a human book or is it a divine book? In this message, Pastor Lutzer addresses five honest questions many people have about the divine and human nature of the Bible. The Word of God is powerful and living, and it is available to all. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Do you believe faith can endure even when miracles do not come? Our faith is not in our circumstances but in God. In part four of this interview, Pastor Erwin Lutzer reveals how to move beyond requests to find deep fellowship and security in God's hidden purposes. Let’s learn to trust a Father who hears your cries even when He says “no.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

God sometimes substitutes our specific requests with a far greater, unexpected gift. Scripture shows God saying "no" to both the Apostle Paul and Jesus in Gethsemane. In part three of this interview, Pastor Lutzer reveals God’s sufficient grace in unanswered prayers. Could our redemption actually depend on a prayer that went unheeded by the Father? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Many feel betrayed and shortchanged when God fails to come through as expected. Both Abraham and Habakkuk experienced the mystery of divine silence. In this interview based on his book Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers?, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God answers our hearts. Rather than demanding explanations, let’s choose joy in God’s sovereignty. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

When God is silent, we wonder if He’s forsaken us. But Scripture reveals God’s hidden purposes in our pain. In part one of this interview, Pastor Erwin Lutzer discusses His new book, Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers?, with Pastor Larry McCarthy. What if a “no” from Heaven could actually be the key to a transformed life? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

How do we cope with unanswered prayers? There’s often a glaring gap between our pain and our peace. In this message, Pastor Erwin Lutzer reveals six biblical admonitions for enduring trials according to the will of God. Let’s step out of the cycle of disappointment even when God doesn’t run His business the way we expect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Do Christians believe in prayer? Like the early church, we often find ourselves caught in the mystery between a God who can move mountains and a reality that feels unmovable. In this message from Hebrews 10 and 11, Pastor Erwin Lutzer reveals three facts about enduring faith. Believers can bring all of their honest doubts to God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

Deep sorrow often stems from the silence of God in our darkest hours. Even our redeemer faced the agony of unanswered prayer. In this message from Mark 14, Pastor Lutzer reveals three lessons on receiving trials from God’s hand, the necessity of silence, and finding grace to endure. Could a “no” from Heaven may be God’s most merciful way of hearing us? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111

We all eventually face the crushing weight of a prayer left unanswered. Jesus wrestled with the Father’s will in the Garden of Gethsemane. In this message from Mark 14, Pastor Lutzer discusses four critical questions about the “cup” of wrath and Christ’s ultimate surrender. Let’s find enduring peace when heaven seems silent. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29?v=20251111