5 Minutes with Pastor Lutzer
341 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsEach week, join Pastor Erwin Lutzer, from The Moody Church, for a brief conversational teaching about the Bible and the Christian life. With over 40 years of ministry experience, Pastor Lutzer offers solid biblical truths that both instruction and transform as we apply God's Word together.
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Does God Love Everyone Unconditionally? | God Is Love #2
April 08, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBIf we are saved, there is nothing we can do to convince God to love us more or less. The redeemed are loved with the same love as Jesus. Pastor Lutzer ponders the implications for believers because of God's unconditional love. Is such a love fair?
Does God Love Everyone Unconditionally? | God Is Love #2
April 08, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBIf we are saved, there is nothing we can do to convince God to love us more or less. The redeemed are loved with the same love as Jesus. Pastor Lutzer ponders the implications for believers because of God's unconditional love. Is such a love fair?
The Attributes of God | Week 14: Love
April 08, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBIf you are saved, there is nothing you can do to convince God to love you more and there's nothing you can do to convince God to love you less. This week, come with us as we study the love of God from Isaiah 54:10.
When Did God Begin To Love? | God Is Love #1
April 01, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBSociety wants to believe any kind of "love" is God. But the true nature of God's love is actually difficult when we try to reconcile it with what's happening in the world. Pastor Lutzer explores the origin of the love of God to define it biblically. Can we really understand the complex love of God?
The Attributes of God | Week 13: Love
April 01, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBWe are not allowed to define love based on our inclinations, because God Himself is the definition of Love. This week, we study the attribute of God's pure love from 1 John 4: 7-8.
When Did God Begin To Love? | God Is Love #1
April 01, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBSociety wants to believe any kind of "love" is God. But the true nature of God's love is actually difficult when we try to reconcile it with what's happening in the world. Pastor Lutzer explores the origin of the love of God to define it biblically. Can we really understand the complex love of God?
Can We Approach God In Our Time Of Need? | God Is Merciful #4
March 25, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBMany people come to God thinking they deserve something from Him. But all our efforts and achievements do not make us more deserving. Pastor Lutzer reflects on how we can have the unique privilege of accessing God’s throne.
The Attributes of God | Week 12: Merciful
March 25, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBBecause of Christ Jesus, you and I have the privilege to approach God's throne confidently in our deepest time of need. This week, we study God's marvelous mercy found in Hebrews 4:16.
Can We Approach God In Our Time Of Need? | God Is Merciful #4
March 25, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBMany people come to God thinking they deserve something from Him. But all our efforts and achievements do not make us more deserving. Pastor Lutzer reflects on how we can have the unique privilege of accessing God’s throne.
The Attributes of God l Week 11: Merciful
March 18, 2019 05:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBGod not only causes us to be born again, but grants us the faith to respond in belief. This week, we study the attribute of God's great mercy from 1 Peter 1:3.
What Causes Us To Be Born Again? | God Is Merciful #3
March 18, 2019 05:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBChristians often believe God provided salvation at the cross but our contribution is to believe. Pastor Lutzer shares insights into how God’s mercy is displayed in our salvation. What does it take for people to be redeemed?
What Causes Us To Be Born Again? | God Is Merciful #3
March 18, 2019 05:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBChristians often believe God provided salvation at the cross but our contribution is to believe. Pastor Lutzer shares insights into how God’s mercy is displayed in our salvation. What does it take for people to be redeemed?
The Attributes of God | Week 11: Merciful
March 18, 2019 05:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBGod not only causes us to be born again, but grants us the faith to respond in belief. This week, we study the attribute of God's great mercy from 1 Peter 1:3.
How Does God’s Mercy Fit With His Judgment? | God Is Merciful #2
March 11, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MBDo you believe the God of the Old Testament is the same God of the New Testament? This week, we explore the God who is never changing in His character—always merciful and gracious—from Psalm 86:15.
The Attributes of God | Week 10: Merciful
March 11, 2019 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MBDo you believe the God of the Old Testament is the same God of the New Testament? This week, we explore the God who is never changing in His character—always merciful and gracious—from Psalm 86:15.
Is Salvation Earned Or Received? | God Is Merciful #1
March 04, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBNone of us will enter heaven unless we’re as perfect as God. The moment we realize we have nothing to offer God is the moment we receive God’s mercy and grace. Pastor Lutzer observes the basis for God’s mercy and the posture of any sinner who receives mercy. What’s the difference between mercy and grace?
The Attributes of God | Week 9: Merciful
March 04, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBThe moment we realize we have nothing to offer God is the moment we receive God's mercy and grace. This week, we begin our study on the mercy of God from Ephesians 2:4-5. "But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in...
Is Salvation Earned Or Received? | God Is Merciful #1
March 04, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBNone of us will enter heaven unless we’re as perfect as God. The moment we realize we have nothing to offer God is the moment we receive God’s mercy and grace. Pastor Lutzer observes the basis for God’s mercy and the posture of any sinner who receives mercy. What’s the difference between mercy and grace?
Is This Really The Best Of All Possible Worlds? | God Is Wise #4
February 25, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBIn such a broken world, many question why God chose the means He did to achieve His purposes. We may even praise God for who He is, but we wonder if all the evil in the world was truly necessary. Pastor Lutzer considers whether evil could eventually contribute to God’s glory. What if we could see from the standpoint of eternity?
Is This Really The Best Off All Possible Worlds? | God Is Wise #4
February 25, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBIn such a broken world, many question why God chose the means He did to achieve His purposes. We may even praise God for who He is, but we wonder if all the evil in the world was truly necessary. Pastor Lutzer considers whether evil could eventually contribute to God’s glory. What if we could see from the standpoint of eternity?
The Attributes of God | Week 8: Wise
February 25, 2019 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBWithout explanation, do you accept that even the evil in this world will eventually contribute to God’s glory? In this teaching, Pastor Lutzer explains to us the hope in the best possible world from Romans 16:27.
Do We Trust God’s Wisdom? | God Is Wise #3
February 18, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MBPastor Lutzer reflects on God’s multi-faceted wisdom to create His church and how we can depend on God’s wisdom everyday. Do we consult God’s wisdom?
The Attributes of God | Week 7: Wise
February 18, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MBDo you trust in God’s manifold wisdom for your life or do you seek your own plan? The Bible tells us that God’s knowledge is so much greater than ours. This week, Pastor Lutzer encourages us from Ephesians 3:9-10.
Do We Trust God’s Wisdom? | God Is Wise #3
February 18, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MBPastor Lutzer reflects on God’s multi-faceted wisdom to create His church and how we can depend on God’s wisdom everyday. Do we consult God’s wisdom?
Can The Cross Display God's Wisdom? | God Is Wise #2
February 11, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThe cross of Jesus for mankind's redemption was in God's mind from the beginning of time. This week, Pastor Lutzer encourages us from 1 Corinthians 1: 23-24.
The Attributes of God | Week 6: Wise
February 11, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThe cross of Jesus for mankind's redemption was in God's mind from the beginning of time. This week, Pastor Lutzer encourages us from 1 Corinthians 1: 23-24.
Can The Cross Display God's Wisdom? | God Is Wise #2
February 11, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThe cross of Jesus for mankind's redemption was in God's mind from the beginning of time. This week, Pastor Lutzer encourages us from 1 Corinthians 1: 23-24.
Can God Use Senseless Acts For His Greater Purposes? | God Is Wise #1
February 04, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MBIs wisdom the same as knowledge? Is wisdom simply a keen understanding? This week, Pastor Lutzer begins his teaching on the Wisdom of God in Proverbs 3:19-20.
The Attributes of God | Week 5: Wise
February 04, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MBIs wisdom the same as knowledge? Is wisdom simply a keen understanding? This week, Pastor Lutzer begins his teaching on the Wisdom of God in Proverbs 3:19-20.
Can God Use Senseless Acts For His Greater Purposes? | God Is Wise #1
February 04, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MBIs wisdom the same as knowledge? Is wisdom simply a keen understanding? This week, Pastor Lutzer begins his teaching on the Wisdom of God in Proverbs 3:19-20.
How Can We Grow To Love Holiness? | God Is Holy #4
January 28, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBDo you desire to be holy? God will do whatever it takes to ensure his followers live as they should—progressing toward holiness. This week, Pastor Lutzer examines 1 Peter 1:15-16.
How Can We Grow To Love Holiness? | God Is Holy #4
January 28, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBDo you desire to be holy? God will do whatever it takes to ensure his followers live as they should—progressing toward holiness. This week, Pastor Lutzer examines 1 Peter 1:15-16.
The Attributes of God | Week 4: Holy
January 28, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBDo you desire to be holy? God will do whatever it takes to ensure his followers live as they should—progressing toward holiness. This week, Pastor Lutzer examines 1 Peter 1:15-16.
The Attributes of God | Week 3: Holy
January 21, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBYou and I, the real you and I, are what we are when we stand before God’s presence. When we are faced with the presence of God, we discover the true depths of ourselves and are undone.
What If Holiness Exposes Our True Selves? | God Is Holy #3
January 21, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBYou and I, the real you and I, are what we are when we stand before God’s presence. When we are faced with the presence of God, we discover the true depths of ourselves and are undone.
What If Holiness Exposes Our True Selves? | God Is Holy #3
January 21, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBYou and I, the real you and I, are what we are when we stand before God’s presence. When we are faced with the presence of God, we discover the true depths of ourselves and are undone.
The Attributes of God | Week 2: Holy
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBOur holy God dwells not only in the high and holy places, but among us in our weakness. This week, Pastor Lutzer teaches on Isaiah 57:15. Transcript: Hi, welcome to 5 Minutes with Pastor Lutzer. We're exploring the attributes of God; the majestic attributes of God, the mysterious attributes of God. It's...
What Kind Of People Attract A Holy God? | God Is Holy #2
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBIs it a contradiction for a completely holy God to want to be with us? Pastor Lutzer contemplates two immense but practical attributes of God. No matter where God is, all of His attributes are.
What Kind Of People Attract A Holy God? | God Is Holy #2
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBIs it a contradiction for a completely holy God to want to be with us? Pastor Lutzer contemplates two immense but practical attributes of God. No matter where God is, all of His attributes are.
The Attributes of God | Week 1: Holy
January 07, 2019 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBWhat comes to mind when we think of the holiness of God? In this teaching, Pastor Lutzer speaks of the standard of God in and through His holiness from Exodus 15:11.
Introducing "5 Minutes with Pastor Lutzer"
December 27, 2018 06:00 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBWelcome to “5 Minutes With Pastor Lutzer,” our exciting new program where Pastor Lutzer will be meeting with us every week to discuss the Bible and the Christian faith. Beginning on January 7, 2019, Pastor Lutzer will begin exploring the great and mysterious attributes of God, such as holiness, love,...