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After 9/11, God briefly returned to public discourse in the U.S. A politically acceptable version of “God” championed tolerance, freedom, and democracy. In this message from Isaiah 10, Pastor Lutzer outlines the first of three principles about the true God's national judgment. What will it take for us to repent of our sins as a nation?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

God can use many ways to judge a nation. His judgment takes many forms, like war, disintegrating families, and spiritual blindness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer considers five aspects of God's judgments on nations—and His church. God's warnings against sin have not changed. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

The Bible gives us words of encouragement as well as words of warning. It is our obligation to understand and heed both. In this message, Pastor Lutzer lists the first of seven different ways that God judged Israel, including natural disasters, loss of personal freedoms, and more. Do we truly understand the wrath of God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Few of us would make the wrath of God our first choice for a Bible study. Yet God's prophets thundered words of His judgment to the people of their day. In this message, Pastor Lutzer helps us see God's revealed character in both His immediate and future judgments. In fact, God's purposes are ultimately rooted in love and mercy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

America is in a rapid moral decline. But our battle is not merely cultural, moral, or political. In this message, Pastor Lutzer gives three challenges to the church as we seek to be a faithful witness amid our generation's spiritual darkness. The lost stumble blindly, unaware they're actually searching for Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

America's moral decline manifests through false religiosity, rampant consumerism, and widespread immorality. We often wake up wondering, "Is the world still standing?" In this message, Pastor Lutzer demonstrates how God judges nations that violate His commands. God doesn't ignore national sins. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Somehow, many of us have the idea that God owes us a favor. But God owes us judgment—blessing comes in His mercy. In this message, Pastor Lutzer lists more of the seven sins for which God promises to hold nations accountable, including deceitful practices, indifference to God, and even witchcraft. It's time we repented as a nation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Sometimes it seems that evil keeps winning—not only around us but also nationally. Some ask: “Is God still in control?” In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us the first of seven sins that God will hold a country accountable for. There will be a day of reckoning for both humanity and the nations. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Sometimes God's providence may seem counterproductive or clash with our plans. But God has our best in mind. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three insights about God's sovereign purpose for nations and even individuals. Will we trust His wisdom even when we don't understand His ways? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

God is sovereign in raising up and bringing down rulers and empires throughout history. Nebuchadnezzar learned this when God humbled him for seven years. In this message from Daniel 4, Pastor Lutzer examines three assertions about God's providence among the nations. We can trust that God is working for our good. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Some people think that random chance dictates what happens on planet earth. But nations ultimately rise and fall by God's will. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how three forces converge to determine the course of nations. What if understanding God's ultimate authority over world affairs transforms how we view today's headlines? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Where is history headed? God Himself determines the times and boundaries of nations to lead people to seek Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer looks at four transforming conclusions about God's ultimate purpose for the nations. Will seeing God's hand in history change how we interpret the headlines and our cultural roots? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

When things seem to slip out of control, don't forget this: God is over all nations. In this message from Genesis 11 and Acts 17, Pastor Lutzer looks at the scattering and the purpose of the nations and their languages. While sin scatters and divides, at the end of time, God is going to reconcile and bring together. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Around the world today, nations are populated by the descendants of three of Noah's sons. In fact, some believe the curse of Canaan, or Ham, still applies today. In this message from Genesis 9, Pastor Lutzer walks us through the origin of the nations. What if we didn't have to live under any curse—regardless of our heritage?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Jesus is the only way to God. If we testify to that, we will be ignored at best or hated at worst because Jesus leads to an inescapable decision. In this message, Pastor Lutzer challenges us to consider the cost of witnessing for Christ. What price are we willing to pay? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Nobody has ever made claims like Jesus. From Hitler, to Lenin, to Buddha, to Freud, no one ever claimed to be God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares two practical stories of witnessing about the only qualified Savior, Jesus. Let's discover the inescapable conclusions of believing on Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Many people think all religions are equal and scoff at evangelism. But there is only one true God, and Jesus Christ is the only way to get to heaven. In this message, Pastor Lutzer defines three characteristics of truth: universality, consistency, and objectivity. Without that truth there is no knowing, and without that life there is no living. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

In today's world, “tolerance” is heard everywhere. But Christians must be ready and able to lovingly point people to Jesus—the only way to the Father. In this message from John 14, Pastor Lutzer considers why Jesus is the beginning and end of the journey to God. Jesus is the only one qualified to be our Savior. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

As we compare Buddhism, Islam, and New Age Spirituality with Jesus, what sets Him apart? Some admire Jesus but have never accepted Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer invites us on a journey to find a sinless Savior. Finding out the truth about our spiritual condition and its remedy must be our number one priority.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Jesus was a sinless human being. But He could only bridge the gap between God and humanity because He became one of us. In this message from John 1, Pastor Lutzer demonstrates more of Jesus' qualifications to save: His humanity and His ability. What a Savior!  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Many are into spirituality but are often offended by absolute truth claims. While some think all religions are equal and scoff at evangelism, Jesus stands alone. In this message from John 1, Pastor Lutzer shows the first of three credentials that qualify Him: His deity. God has revealed Himself in the flesh. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

All four gospels document Jesus' death and resurrection. John's account shows how the risen Christ first appeared to Mary Magdalene. In this message, Pastor Lutzer highlights the honest and personal relationship she had with Jesus. Mary's journey from demon-possessed to daughter of God reveals Christ's transforming power. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Mary Magdalene had seven demons cast out of her. In the presence of the resurrected Jesus, she was brought from gloom to hope. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how this encounter served as a learning, affirming, and redeeming experience for Mary. Consider the wonder of seeing your Savior alive again after witnessing His death! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

The Romans expertly executed Jesus, ensuring He was truly dead. Yet God's power prevailed, resurrecting His Son in glorious triumph. In this message from John 20, Pastor Lutzer highlights Mary Magdalene, a woman prominent in Jesus' life. She was the last woman at the cross and the first woman at the tomb. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

The central event in human history drew many kinds of responses. At the cross, the crowd jeered Jesus, the chief priests mocked Him, and His mother simply wept. In this message, Pastor Lutzer draws three profound implications from Jesus' sacrificial death. What if we bear personal responsibility for how we respond to Jesus' death? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Jesus suffered separation from the Father—a torment exceeding the cross's physical agony.  His cry "My God, my God" expressed profound distress, but not distrust. In this message, Pastor Lutzer illuminates the significance of this separation as Jesus bore our sin alone. How did Jesus' death forever change how we have access to God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Many complex human motivations led to Jesus' crucifixion—political calculation, religious jealousy, and mob hysteria. But behind it all, there was God. In this message from Mark 15, Pastor Lutzer notes the responses of Pilate, the crowds, and even the thieves executed next to Jesus. Was Jesus truly the King of the Jews—transcending all human authority? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Hanging on the cross, Jesus endured mockery and contempt. His Father witnessed it all too. In this message from Mark 15, Pastor Lutzer examines the response of the soldiers at the crucifixion. Instead of punishing those who tortured His Son, God directed His judgment onto Jesus—for us.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Courts may pass sentence, but justice is not always done. For Jesus, show trials were held to give legitimacy to killing an innocent man. In this message, Pastor Lutzer draws three lessons from Jesus' response to injustice. A day is coming when every wrong in the universe will be made right. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Envy is a deeply human motivation. The religious leaders of the day wanted to condemn Jesus, furious He was claiming to be God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reviews Jesus' three trials before the authorities installed by Rome. How did Jesus react to injustice, and how should we react? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

In a perfect world, the court system examines facts and determines guilt or innocence. But after Jesus was arrested, He went before several so-called courts in rapid succession. In this message, Pastor Lutzer analyzes Jesus' three proceedings before the Jewish authorities. How does injustice fit into the bigger picture of God's purposes? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Many people live with guilt and regret, thinking they've paid their debt and are saved, but they aren't. Judas' betrayal of Jesus—perhaps history's greatest crime—filled even him with remorse. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals three critical lessons from Judas' life. After all, remorse doesn't save anybody. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

We're all hypocritical. Judas walked with Jesus for three years, saw the miracles, heard the teaching, and sat at the place of honor at the Last Supper, but he still committed the most horrific of all sins. In this message, Pastor Lutzer demonstrates how we have the potential for great evil within our hearts. Let's learn from Judas, a man just like us.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

When Judas gave Jesus that fateful kiss, he was helping those who wanted to kill the Son of God. The enemies of Christ unwittingly made our redemption possible. In this message, Pastor Lutzer considers the characteristics of Judas in his heart, mind, and will. How were both God and Judas involved in Jesus' betrayal?   To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Many of us have experienced depression, panic attacks, or emotional turbulence. Jesus experienced immeasurable agony in Gethsemane. In this message from Mark 14, Pastor Lutzer explores Jesus' sorrow and plea in His final hours. Can we truly fathom Jesus' agony or, what's more, His incredible love for us? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Will God remain with us in our failures? At the edge of the Promised Land, Moses disobeyed God but God was with him to the very end of his life. In this message from Psalm 90, Pastor Lutzer contemplates Moses' relationship with God in the desert. Let's discover three contrasts between humanity and God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Even the great Moses made a serious error and disobeyed God near the end of his life. Imagine the disappointment of not crossing into the Promised Land. In this message, Pastor Lutzer looks at Moses' failure from multiple perspectives. But God's perspective matters most and He was displeased. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Moses made a mistake. In his anger, this seasoned man of God failed to obey God's instructions. In this message from Numbers 20, Pastor Lutzer looks at this story from the perspective of Moses. Let's discover how any sin, no matter how big or small, will have consequences. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

We all tend to magnify our good deeds, comparing ourselves favorably to others. But even though God knows our moral bankruptcy, He doesn't leave us to despair. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how God not only comes in holiness and power but also grace. Because of God's grace through Christ, we can come near to His presence. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

If we believe in a god who does not affect our lives, we do not believe the true God. Our hidden or excused sins become significant when we realize we answer to God alone. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores God's physical and moral power. Why is the fear of God good for our souls? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Because God is holy and we are not, we should tremble. At Mount Sinai, the Israelites couldn't even touch the edge of the mountain without dying. In this message from Exodus 19, Pastor Lutzer highlights the revelation of God's unspeakable holiness and power in both His speech and His acts. How can we draw near to Almighty God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

We all face conflicts involving our children, churches, and circumstances beyond our control. While Joshua fought in the valley, Moses prayed on the hilltop. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares three insights into our spiritual battles. As Pastor Lutzer says, “Our hilltop prayers can influence all kinds of outcomes down in the valley.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Satan attacks our weaknesses strategically with the intention of making us even weaker and eventually bringing us down. Do we know where we are most vulnerable? In this message from Exodus 17, Pastor Lutzer demonstrates how lifting our hands in prayer wins spiritual battles. Let's go forward in the name and protection of God Himself.getting cl To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Everyone is fighting some kind of battle. On their way to the Promised Land, Israel was attacked strategically and swiftly. In this message from Exodus 17, Pastor Lutzer exposes the strategy of Israel's enemies. What's our strategy for winning against the world, the flesh, and the devil? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Most of us have experienced bitterness in our lives. Through all our circumstances, God leads, directs, and guides us. In this message, Pastor Lutzer notes we're all impacted by two trees: the tree of the knowledge of good and evil in Eden and the tree on Calvary. Can we move from this moment of bitterness to the sweet provision of God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

We've all experienced bitterness, heartache, or disappointment. The people of Israel were disillusioned after three days without water in the desert. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us God's intention to use the disappointments in life to make us better, not bitter. What if God delights to take the bitter waters and make them sweet? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

The greater our dreams and hopes, the greater the possibility of deep bitterness and disappointment. Imagine Israel's frustration at discovering a bitter oasis in the desert. In this message from Exodus 15, Pastor Lutzer captures the first of three snapshots of Israel's journey with God. Why did God lead them to the place of bitterness? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

God doesn't abandon us, no matter what. Israel was trapped at the Red Sea, but God provided a way of escape. In this message, Pastor Lutzer unpacks three lessons about challenges we face, whether from following God or from our own mistakes. No matter the tight place we're in, there is still one good move we can make. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Sometimes God delivers us from the day of trouble. Sometimes, He leads us through. In this message from Exodus 14, Pastor Lutzer applies Israel's predicament at the Red Sea to our daily lives. We might feel our situation is out of our control but we are actually firmly in God's grasp. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Being cornered is often a place where we learn the most. When the Israelites were about to cross the Red Sea, they realized that Pharaoh and his army were coming to stop them. In this message from Exodus 14, Pastor Lutzer encourages us to trust in God when there's no easy, obvious solution. Are we crying out to God in our predicaments? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

Our past sins often weigh heavily on us, making us doubt if we can ever get a fresh start. God required the Israelites to sacrifice a lamb for their deliverance. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals two transformative lessons from this powerful symbol of Jesus' sacrificial blood. Will we embrace His sacrifice made on our behalf? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29