Running To Win on Oneplace.com

The glorious return of Jesus will set right all that is wrong. Paul told the church at Thessalonica of two kinds of people: those of the day who are watchful and those of the night. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Lutzer notes the first of four contrasts between these groups. Are we ready to walk in the light? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Taking the wrong path wastes irreplaceable time. Like choosing the right path, God's laws are clear and unchangeable, guiding us to life. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer explains how to please God through our daily sanctification. He shares the story of one man's deliverance from pornography. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

In our media age, sensuality, violence, and the occult pervade our screens. Even mature believers are crippled by it. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer answers the first of three questions about what pleases God. Purity matters, so let's choose holiness before God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Taking a stand for what's right means going against the prevailing tide. To be counter-cultural and to speak up for the truth requires strength from God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers two takeaways from 1 Thessalonians 3, empowering Christians to stand. Are we standing fast for the Lord—together? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

It's not always popular to be seen taking a stand. But when God comes in concentrated power to a church, we often see courage and resolve that were not there before. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 3, Pastor Lutzer shares Paul's strategy to stand against temptation—together. What are we standing for? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Servants continue to serve others even when those they serve don't appreciate it. In fact, a serving church is a church where God's presence is known. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 2, Pastor Lutzer shows the payoff of service: glorious crowns for faithful living. God's people serve, even at great inconvenience. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We can all be selfish in our own way. We often set our priorities toward ourselves—our success, security, and satisfaction. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 2, Pastor Lutzer describes the boldness and sacrifice of the early Christians' proclamation of the Gospel. By putting ourselves aside, we reclaim a heart of service which puts others first. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Christians who are angry, petty, judgmental, and selfish bring dishonor to Christ's name. The ancient church in Thessalonica underwent intense persecution but with joy. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes the challenge and the freedom when we turn from idols to the living God. Are we ready for God to be glorified in us—whatever it takes? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

New life comes to a church when revival begins. God showed up in Thessalonica and the people were transformed by the Gospel. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 1, Pastor Lutzer gives the first of five characteristics of a new, living church. When God shows up, both discomfort and joy are experienced. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We might think our greatest need is fixing our marriage or finances, but our deepest need lies elsewhere. What if our greatest need is actually more glorious? Pastor Lutzer examines the implications of Jesus coming as the Word become flesh. When Jesus reveals God, everything else falls into proper perspective. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

When we think of the Word of God, we generally think of a book—the Bible. But the Word of God also refers to a Person. In this message, Pastor Lutzer introduces us to the Word of God come in the flesh: His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Have we truly accounted for the voice of God from outside ourselves? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Is God worth ten minutes of our time in the morning–or fifteen minutes? If we ever wonder what to say in prayer, we can start praying the Scriptures back to God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us the confidence we can have in approaching the throne of God when we're at a loss for words. Praying Scripture is transforming and can become a new habit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

The average Christian prays five minutes a day, and many pastors admit they only pray a little bit more. But how do we create a love for praying? In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses the meaning, value, and practice of praying the Bible. When we begin to pray Scripture, we're diving into a wealth of new and profitable prayers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Meditation can bring mysticism or a calming exercise to mind. But meditation in the Scriptures is entirely different. In this message, Pastor Lutzer guides us to simply ask the text some questions that help us analyze and personalize the truth. What if God's Word reprogramed our minds in a godly, healthy direction?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

There are two distinct paths: one leads to destruction, the other leads to life. We need discernment that can only come by renewing our minds through the Word of God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer gives us the steps towards this path of blessing. Praying the Bible will lead us to joyful, productive lives, thinking and praying God's thoughts. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Do Christians practically prepare before, during, or after a church service? If we come to it with pride or to merely listen, then we'll go away without any transformation. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers three compelling takeaways about hearing God's Word. What if we prayed, “Oh God, what do You have to say to me today?” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We can hear a sermon or read Scripture without our soul being stirred. How do we prevent self-deception? In this message, Pastor Lutzer instructs us to receive the Bible as a word from outside of ourselves. It's time we didn't just hear God's Word to learn, but to be changed forever. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We often have difficulties that sap our joy. Only by focusing on the Word of God can we have lasting joy that the world can't take away. In this message, Pastor Lutzer celebrates the indispensable value of the Word. Do we believe the Psalmist? “The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Is there enough evidence to believe in God? Psalm 19 offers compelling proof, as descriptions of Scripture equally apply to God Himself. In this message, Pastor Lutzer addresses honest questions skeptics have about God's Word. Discover evidence of God through both His creation and His Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We often struggle to focus on prayer and Bible reading when we're stressed or distracted. But like we need food and water, we need the Word of God daily. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows us how to take in the Word of God that nourishes us. Isn't it time we develop an appetite for the eternal Word of God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Despite its widespread influence, very few people read the Bible every day. Our hesitation might stem from different beliefs, a lapsed faith, or difficulty seeing its relevance to life. In this message, Pastor Lutzer introduces the Bible's origin and purpose as it speaks to us today. What if the revealed Word of God actually transformed our lives? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Our bad habits create prisons of our own making. But God wants us to be free. In this message from Colossians 3, Pastor Lutzer gives us three ways to help us have victory over temptation: readjust, refocus, and reckon. That's why God always makes a way of escape for us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Some people feel trapped in their destructive habits like a prison. Even as new creatures in Jesus Christ, we sometimes still develop a sinful habit. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three reasons why that is. Those chains as part of a great spiritual war in which all of us are called to do battle. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

It's one thing to resolve to break a bad habit. But what works a lot better is to resolve to develop a good habit. In this message from Matthew 4, Pastor Lutzer gives us five observations from Jesus' temptation to help us in warfare. Meditating on Scripture is the key to overcoming bad habits. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Breaking stubborn and sinful habits is hard. We may have victory for a few days or weeks, but that's when Satan will strike. In this message, Pastor Lutzer challenges us to accept the fact we'll be tempted. In Christ, we have a whole new life with godly habits that can fill the vacuum of our former bondage to bad habits. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

It takes time to develop bad habits. And it also takes time to get rid of them. In this message from Genesis 3, Pastor Lutzer gives us three beliefs we need to become candidates for deliverance. Because of the victory of the risen Savior, we can break the power of our sinful habits and slavery to the devil. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

All of us have bad habits we need to lose, whether habitual lying, addictions to substances or sex, or persistent moral failures. But what we lack is the means to break the cycles of bondage that hold us prisoners. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals two crucial reasons why God allows temptations in our lives. God is, after all, in the business of deliverance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Some people try to explain away or excuse their bad habits. But the Apostle Paul calls our bad habits “footholds for the devil.” In this message from James 4, Pastor Lutzer shows five habits of how God changes a person. Let's resolve to submit to God—and resist the devil as well. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Many of us are stuck in a rut of bad habits and behavior. We want to change—and even promise to—but we can't. In this message from Ephesians 4, Pastor Lutzer shows how God gives a person a new nature. In Christ, freedom is possible, even for those trapped in deep darkness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

A Scripture verse quoted out of context and wrongly applied is very dangerous. Satan did just that when he tempted Jesus. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Lutzer observes the power of God's Word as it puts the enemy to flight. Believers are told to counter Satan's attacks with the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

All who call on the name of Christ are in a lifelong battle. That's why we have been given the armor of God: five pieces for self-defense, and one weapon for offense. In this message from Matthew 4, Pastor Lutzer exposes three temptations Satan gave to Jesus. Jesus shows us, more than anyone else, how to wield the Word of God against Satan. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Some say salvation can be lost, regained, and then lost again. But we can't grow in the Christian life without the assurance that we're a child of God. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores the basis of our ultimate assurance. The testimony of God is greater than testimony of man. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We must protect our minds from the devil's attacks. And the helmet of salvation is what we need when doubts arise about our status as God's children. In this message from 1 John 5, Pastor Lutzer speaks to two groups of people who need the helmet of salvation. There is only one way to be assured of heaven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Flaming arrows of doubt sometimes come our way, challenging our faith and making us question if God is truly good. How are we supposed to defend ourselves? In this message, Pastor Lutzer identifies three essentials for developing a strong, unshakable faith. It's time we stood strong together against Satan's destructive lies. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Christians have a defense to ward off Satan's fiery darts—the lies we believe. We can use what the Apostle Paul calls “the shield of faith.” In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Lutzer answers three critical questions about the shield of faith. How does a strong faith block Satan's arrows? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Everyone wants peace. But Satan and his demons will do anything to disrupt us from the true peace found in God. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Lutzer equips us for the battle. Only by having the peace of God can a believer withstand the attacks of Satan, both subtle and overt. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Satan's forces exploit the darkness of our souls. They make sin attractive, so we'll choose it over God's way. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals how the Gospel gives us peace beyond our daily troubles. Without the assurance of the Gospel, Satan's assaults will defeat us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

The Christian life is a battleground, and like it or not, we're already involved. Even non-believers are unwittingly engaged in this spiritual conflict. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals the essential characteristics of God's righteousness that enable us to walk in victory. How do we respond when Satan reminds us of our past failures and sins? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Satan is an accuser, relentlessly pointing out our failures. Our spiritual battle unfolds on two fronts: in our hearts and in our direct confrontation with Satan. In this message from Romans 10, Pastor Lutzer contrasts our righteousness with God's perfect righteousness. When facing the devil's accusations, our self-righteousness is utterly inadequate. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Satan's first lie was “Has God said...” planting seeds of doubt. He's still hissing that same song, trying to make believers doubt or ignore Scripture. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how to put on the belt of truth for our spiritual defense. What's the first step to standing firm against Satan's lies? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Many people believe our spiritual battle is a conflict of power. But it's actually a battle for the truth. In this message from Ephesians 6, Pastor Lutzer makes three statements about the nature of God's truth. Satan's forces constantly work to convince us our ways are better than God's and to keep us from His Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Demonic forces battle against God's people daily—until eternity. We must master God's weapons to share in His victory. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reveals the true battlefield of our spiritual conflict. Often behind our physical and relational battles are the forces of darkness against us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Most people view the spiritual realm as a friendly place. But it's actually a battleground where two kingdoms clash: darkness and light. In this message from Ephesians 1, Pastor Lutzer reveals five crucial aspects of the heavenly places. As believers in Christ, we can confidently stand on territory He has already conquered. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Christians have an inner conflict. They are fighting against the desires of the flesh, which are against the desires of the Holy Spirit. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes three images that show what it means to walk in the Spirit: a cross, a road, and a garden. What does it practically mean to walk in the Spirit? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control—these are the fruit of the Holy Spirit. This stands in stark contrast to the deeds of the flesh that we war against. In this message from Galatians 5, Pastor Lutzer explains the relationship between God's Spirit and His law. What does it really mean to keep in step with the Spirit? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

In the book of Acts, speaking in tongues was widespread at the church's birth. God used this miraculous gift to spread the Gospel and establish the Church. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores how everyone has a spiritual gift for the building up of the church. So, what does the Bible say about the purpose of the gift of tongues? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Every Christian is indwelt with the Holy Spirit. Each one has at least one gift from the Spirit to build up the body of Christ. In this message from 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Lutzer looks at three basic categories of gifts that God gives to the church. Are we putting our gifts to use for God's glory? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Becoming Christ-like means growing in sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. Sin that seemed so small suddenly bothers us. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explores further ways the Spirit transforms believers after their conversion. The Spirit of God is creating in us the character of Jesus.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We've all felt wounded by an unkind word or a subtle attack. God Himself is grieved when we sin. In this message from Ephesians 4, Pastor Lutzer outlines five transformations that conversion should produce in our lives— especially in how we relate to the Spirit. We can please the Holy Spirit or grieve Him with both our actions and our thoughts. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Believers in Christ are sealed by the Holy Spirit—a “down payment” on eternal life. How does that seal give believers certainty? In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers both warning and comfort about our future. Only the Holy Spirit can truly assure us of our coming residence with the Savior. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Seals confirm a document's authenticity, ensuring it remains untampered until opened by the right person. The Scriptures say that we were sealed by the Holy Spirit, but what does that mean for believers? In this message from Ephesians 1, Pastor Lutzer explores the three meanings of the Spirit's sealing. We can know we are in God's hands to the very end. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29