Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 23, 2011 Great runners may feel invincible. While earthly victories come and go, there is a sense in which believers are invincible. Peter knew that his race
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 22, 2011 As Christians mature, they realize that there is Someone carefully orchestrating the symphony of their lives. As we run lifes race, we know that God
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 18, 2011 The great Olympic runner Eric Liddel said, When I run I feel His pleasure a sentiment every believer should share. Like the Apostle Peter long ag
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 17, 2011 Those who say I cant change need to look at Peter, a man Jesus changed from timid fisherman to bold proclaimer. His transformation was so comple
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 16, 2011 When a runner seems to have superhuman endurance, those in the stands may wonder: Is he taking any prohibited drugs? But those who saw the Apostle
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 15, 2011 Weary runners sometimes get a second wind, a source of fresh power as they face another lap on that racetrack. For believers in the race of life, that
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 12, 2011 The change in Peter from fisherman to fearless preacher is a testimony to the power of the Holy Spirit to remake a man. In the spirits power, we can
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 11, 2011 When Peter denied Christ, he was not likewise denied by Jesus. Rather, he was gently asked, do you love Me? Believers in lifes race know that i
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 10, 2011 Sometimes we fail so deeply that the race of life seems to come to a complete halt. Drowning in shame, we just want to quit. As other runners pass by
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 9, 2011 When a runner loses a crucial race quitting may be a temptation. A good coach helps you pick up the pieces and run again. Believers in lifes race r
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 8, 2011 The world is no friend to the Christian who wants to live a holy life. No matter what we do, some dirt clings to our feet. Believers in the race of l
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 5, 2011 A basin and a towel are the real symbols of the Christian faith. As Christains we wash each others feet, and then run lifes race. When Jesus washe
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 4, 2011 When professional runners hear the pistol shot, they are off in a cloud of dust. That dust gets into everything. Just as athletes need to clean their
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: August 3, 2011 It has been said that death and taxes are the only two certainties in life. Believers know that there are more than these two temporary dilemmas. We a
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 29, 2011 If you lose a crucial race, you might be tempted to quit, but a good coach helps you pick up the pieces and run again. Believers in lifes race run t
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 28, 2011 Sometimes our best intentions can lead us astray. Peter could not imagine His master nailed to a cross, and told Him so. But Matthew chapter 16 recor
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 27, 2011 A basin and a towel are the real symbols of the Christian faith. We wash each others feet, and then run lifes race. When Jesus washed Peters fe
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 26, 2011 When track meet runners hear the pistol shot, they are off in a cloud of dust. That dust gets into everything. Just as athletes need to clean their sh
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 21, 2011 Sometimes our best intentions lead us astray. Peter could not imagine His master nailed to a cross, and told Him so. But Matthew chapter 16 records a
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 20, 2011 The cinder racetrack stretches before you and at the sound of the gun you muster all your effort and leap from the blocks. We run lifes race to plea
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 19, 2011 Experienced runners stay focused: they know that the only destination that matters is the goal line at the end of the race. Many inviting rabbit-trail
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 18, 2011 Experienced runners stay focused: they know that the only destination that matters is the goal line at the end of the race. Many inviting rabbit-trail
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 15, 2011 The Bible describes the life of faith as a race course, with believers running down the track, heading for the goal line. Peters race of life really
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 14, 2011 Only a few remember the horrors of Nazi Germany. History has a way of re-writing itself to hide bad memories. Germany struggled through economic ruin
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 13, 2011 Despite circumstances or what seems logical, at some point every believer must learn to obey God, no matter what. Peters journey of faith began when
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 12, 2011 From childhood, we all know that heavy objects sink in water. So if someone told you to walk on water, how would you react? One thing Peter and the di
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: July 11, 2011 Despite circumstances or what seems logical, at some point every believer must learn to obey God, no matter what. Peters journey of faith began when
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 30, 2011 It was a long road from a pit in Canaan to a palace in Egypt. For Joseph, Gods dream had been fulfilled. The fate of men and nations depended on on
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 29, 2011 When the dreams we cherish most come from God rather than from within, we can be sure that those dreams will come to pass. Josephs dream was almost
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 23, 2011 Some people falter at the least obstacle placed in their way. Others see the long-range goal, and face their problems with courage, but few of us hav
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June, 22, 2011 Some people falter at the least obstacle placed in their way. Others see the long-range goal, and face their problems with courage, but few of us hav
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 21, 2011 The word of God is sharper than any two-edged sword. Thats especially true for the words of Jesus, Who knows us thoughts and motives. Today wil
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 20, 2011 Good deeds can be seen. Motivations cant. Why we do what we do is a key focus of Christs teaching in Matthew six. Here we experience radical su
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 17, 2011 To stop eating for a time has some known health benefits. But in the Christian life, it also has great spiritual benefits. Fasting: its not often t
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 16, 2011 Summer is a great time for picnics: hot dogs, chips, baked beans, watermelon. Most of us really enjoy eating, but there are times in a Christians
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 15, 2011 Weve all heard the Lords Prayer, either set to music or recited in church. Jesus gave us these words as a pattern. He gave this prayer to teach
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 14, 2011 Every good athlete knows that success in front of the roaring crowd depends on those workouts done when no one was watching. In the race of life, succ
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 13, 2011 .the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil..... the Bibles words ring true for Christians. Money can be our idol and we can be its wo
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 10, 2011 Good friends can keep secrets. In fact, one test of a relationship is how much you can trust someone. Our ultimate confidence is in God, with Whom we
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 8, 2011 Conspiracy theorists tout all kinds of wild schemes and fill the internet with their blogs. For some time, the theory has circulated that Jesus did n
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 7, 2011 The Bible is clear: Jesus was born of a virgin and had no earthly father. In terms of salvation, thats critical. The sinful nature we all share wa
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 6, 2011 People with a troubled past are said to have skeletons in their closet. Some say that Jesus has a big one in his. Some who look at the life of Je
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 3, 2011 Why do people tell lies? Usually, because they have something to hide. And deep down, all of us have sin to hide. People are telling new lies about
Dr. Erwin Lutzer: June 2, 2011 Some say that the Jesus who changed history was a just a man around whom many legends grew after his death. They say His disciples invented all sorts
