
Erwin Lutzer
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The Judgement Seat of Christ
5.5K43:24MAT 6:33LUK 19:171CO 3:132CO 5:10HEB 11:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that our faithfulness on earth will determine our position in the eternal kingdom. He highlights the importance of being faithful in all aspects of life, including finances. The speaker also emphasizes that we will be judged individually and thoroughly by God, who will reveal the motives of our hearts. The sermon concludes by reminding listeners that even small acts of love and kindness will be rewarded by God.
Managing Your Emotions
4.3K36:52EmotionsMAT 6:33MAT 26:39ROM 8:1ROM 8:32EPH 1:3PHP 4:8HEB 12:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing and managing our emotions in order to align ourselves with the will of God. He uses the analogy of a pilot who ignores the instrument panel and crashes as a reminder to not let our feelings dictate our actions. The preacher then turns to the story of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane as an example of how Christ coped with his emotions. Jesus prayed to God, expressing his desire for the cup to pass from him, but ultimately surrendered to God's will. The sermon concludes with the reminder that while it is important to acknowledge and share our emotions, there are times when we must choose obedience to God's will over our feelings.
Living With Your Passion
3.7K46:43MarriageEXO 20:14MAT 5:8MAT 5:27In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being thorough and complete in our commitment to God. He urges the audience to get rid of any associations or contacts that lead them into sensuality. The speaker expresses concern about the proliferation of the videotape industry and the availability of movies that can be watched in the privacy of our own homes, leading people astray. He warns against the lies and deception of the forces of evil, urging listeners to stay true to God's word and not be swayed by false promises and desires that will never satisfy.
When God Doesn't Come Through
3.1K38:21Trusting GodIn this sermon, the pastor discusses three different scenarios: kissing a girl who is leaning away, speaking late on a Sunday evening, and crossing offense that is leaning towards. He shares his experience of speaking late on Sunday evenings as a pastor in Chicago. The pastor also mentions a book called "Flames of Freedom" and encourages the audience to spread its message by ensuring that Christian bookstores carry it. He then talks about the power of prayer and shares a story of a young preacher who had cancer and the church's efforts to pray for him. The pastor concludes by emphasizing the importance of faith and how God can perform miracles in response to prayers.
Will America Be Given Another Chance
3.0K43:39AmericaEPH 2:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of America and the sins that have plagued the nation. He emphasizes the belief that anyone can come to God without a mediator or appropriate sacrifice, which he believes is the root of all troubles. The preacher mentions various societal issues such as violent crime, divorce, abortion, child abuse, and pornography, and expresses the need for a solution. He concludes by stating that America needs a spiritual awakening, as a change in administrations or leadership alone will not be enough to turn the nation around.
The Gospel According to Oprah
2.9K09:39GEN 3:4This sermon exposes the lie of the divinity of man, tracing it back to the Garden of Eden where Satan deceived Adam and Eve with the promise that they could be like God. The sermon highlights how this lie is perpetuated through teachings like Eckhart Tolle's concept of transcending pain through higher consciousness and the belief that individuals are divine beings. It contrasts these teachings with the biblical truth of God's uniqueness, transcendence, and sovereignty, emphasizing the danger of self-worship and the distortion of Jesus' identity and teachings.
Sin Is Little Thought About!
2.2K08:06PSA 51:5PRO 14:12ISA 59:2ROM 3:23ROM 6:23EPH 2:1JAS 4:171JN 1:8This sermon delves into the diminishing acknowledgment of sin in today's society, emphasizing the critical impact of having a correct understanding of sin on our identity and perception of God's grace. It contrasts the world's trivialization of sin with the Bible's depiction of human nature as spiritually dead without Christ, highlighting the need for a proper diagnosis of sin to receive God's deliverance and grace.
What I Learned About Revival
34549:07RevivalMAT 18:21JHN 13:34ROM 12:191CO 12:12EPH 4:32COL 3:131PE 5:7In this sermon, the preacher discusses the topic of revival and its characteristics. He emphasizes that revival is not complicated and can be understood by anyone. The preacher mentions two important aspects of revival: afterglow services and restitution. Afterglow services are moments of intense worship and spiritual connection, while restitution involves making amends and seeking forgiveness for past wrongs. The preacher also highlights the intensely personal nature of revival, emphasizing that it starts with individual transformation and revival of the heart.
America's Spiritual Crisis
0DEU 28:12CH 7:14JOL 2:12ACT 3:19REV 2:5Erwin W. Lutzer delivers a powerful sermon on the moral and spiritual crisis in America, emphasizing the urgent need for a national revival to counter the increasing godlessness and rejection of Christian values. He highlights the detrimental effects of removing God from society, leading to moral decay, societal hostility towards Christianity, and a rise in destructive behaviors. Lutzer also addresses the church's ineffectiveness in influencing the culture positively, calling for repentance and a return to holiness to impact the nation. The sermon concludes with a call to hope, emphasizing that revival is possible through God's intervention, historical examples of revival in America, and the transformative power of widespread repentance and spiritual awakening.