Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

By Pastor Erwin Lutzer

What's Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition about?

Running the race of life is hard. But with the Bible front and center and a heart to encourage, Pastor Erwin Lutzer presents clear Bible teaching, helping you make it across the finish line. Since 1998, this 15-minute program has provided a Godward focus. Today this program broadcasts internationally in six languages.

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Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition episodes:

04.25.2024
Overcoming Empty Obsessions–Part 2 of 3
Whether it’s addictions, sexual fixations, or eating disorders, obsessions can ruin our lives. The devil and his angels will keep trying to exploit our human weakness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes how Jesus helps us defeat our obsessions like...
04.24.2024
Overcoming Empty Obsessions–Part 1 of 3
Not every addiction is demonic. But we all are driven by unwanted thoughts and behavior which drive us to hate, to consume, and to obsess. In this message, Pastor Lutzer paints a picture of Jesus confronting a man possessed by...
04.23.2024
Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 3 of 3
Jealousy will gnaw away at our soul. King Saul was told that his kingdom was being given to David, yet he fought a fruitless battle for ten years to keep what was no longer his. In this message from Psalm...
04.22.2024
Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 2 of 3
We all like to build our own individual kingdoms. King Saul, unlike David, was blinded by his jealousy, unable to see God was ultimately in charge. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows the answer from Scripture to debilitating thoughts of...
04.19.2024
Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 1 of 3
When someone else gets the break or has it all, we often feel jealousy. King Saul’s rivalry and comparison of David was all-consuming. In this message from 1 Samuel 13, Pastor Lutzer performs an analysis of seven characteristics of jealousy....
04.18.2024
Freed From Anger–Part 3 of 3
Remembering an insult can cause us to flare up at any relational irritation. Nehemiah faced constant provocation in his work to rebuild Jerusalem’s wall. In this message, Pastor Lutzer considers three steps in Nehemiah’s stance toward injustice which can free...
04.17.2024
Freed From Anger–Part 2 of 3
Most often we associate anger with other people we have a problem with. But it’s also possible to be angry with God, even to the point of being passively aggressive toward Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer observes seven characteristics...
04.16.2024
Freed From Anger–Part 1 of 3
If we’re destroying our relationships, spiritually stagnating, or allowing the enemy a foothold, anger is probably involved. Our anger can damage ourselves and others. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three reasons we need to be freed from anger. Why...
04.15.2024
Ending The Denial Game–Part 3 of 3
The denial game is a difficult trap to escape. Over time, we can become accustomed to denying our reality and who we’ve become. In this message from Psalm 139, Pastor Lutzer outlines three steps to freedom from denial from King...
04.12.2024
Ending The Denial Game–Part 2 of 3
We all have unfinished business—shifting blame, avoiding pain, or even living in an illusion. Why are we so willing to live in denial? In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers counsel to find freedom from the clutches of a false reality....
04.11.2024
Ending The Denial Game–Part 1 of 3
When we lead lives without honesty, we often resort to denial to survive. But it’s difficult to recognize. In this message, Pastor Lutzer addresses the seven symptoms of denial, including emotional numbness, a lack of trust, being a selective listener,...
04.10.2024
Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 3 of 3
In contemporary culture, the roles of men and women are under fierce attack. Some see multiple genders and multiple pronouns being needed to differentiate them. In this message, Pastor Lutzer studies the characteristics of Jesus Himself in His masculinity. Both...
04.09.2024
Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 2 of 3
What is biblical masculinity? Men are created to be protectors and providers, but they often fall into passivity or domineering. In this message, Pastor Lutzer identifies the effects this sin and dysfunction has on the entire family. Whether married or...
04.08.2024
Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 1 of 3
Human sexuality is a gift from God. But since the beginning of time, both men and women have experienced confusion and conflict in their roles and sexuality. In this message from Genesis 2, Pastor Lutzer focuses on men’s role in...
04.05.2024
Forever Alive–Part 3 of 3
Jesus died to free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. Believers share the great hope that we will also be raised from the dead just like Jesus was. In this message, Pastor...
04.04.2024
Forever Alive–Part 2 of 3
The teaching about the resurrection is sometimes mocked, but it’s absolutely necessary. In this message from 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Lutzer shows the unique qualities of our resurrected bodies compared to the glorified Christ. Are we prepared for death and...
04.03.2024
Forever Alive–Part 1 of 3
Everyone faces death. Whether rich or poor, king or peasant, all of us will face that certain day. In this message from 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Lutzer shares the facts and the necessity of a resurrection for us. For those...
04.02.2024
Jesus Raised For Us–Part 3 of 3
When God raised His Son from death, the wages of sin were proven to be fully paid. But we should also assess our own relationship with Jesus. In this message, Pastor Lutzer describes Mary’s relationship with Christ as honest, personal,...
04.01.2024
Jesus Raised For Us–Part 2 of 3
Mary Magdalene first encountered Jesus after being afflicted by demons. Later, at Jesus’ tomb, she wept in search of Jesus’ body. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows three aspects of Mary Magdalene’s personal encounter with her risen Lord. In a...
03.29.2024
Jesus Raised For Us–Part 1 of 3
Nothing could withstand Christ’s resurrection power, coming back to life in brilliant glory. But His followers did not know where He had gone. In this message from John 20, Pastor Lutzer introduces us to Mary Magdalene’s journey with Jesus and...
03.28.2024
A Skeptic Who Believed– Part 2 of 2
Doubting Thomas needed proof to believe Jesus was indeed alive. Jesus extended a blessing to those of us who believe without seeing the proof ourselves. In this message, Pastor Lutzer observes three aspects of Thomas’ process from unbelief to believing...
03.27.2024
A Skeptic Who Believed– Part 1 of 2
Is there room for doubt in the Christian faith? Jesus’ followers hid away in an upper room after His devastating death. In this message from John 20, Pastor Lutzer introduces us to a skeptic, Thomas, who faced disappointment in Jesus....
03.26.2024
Resurrected Dreams–Part 3 of 3
On the road to Emmaus, two disciples were grieved by their Messiah’s death. In fact, they did not recognize the resurrected Jesus until He broke bread with them. In this message, Pastor Lutzer celebrates how Jesus’ presence strangely burned in...
03.25.2024
Resurrected Dreams–Part 2 of 3
We all have dreams which have been shattered such as a physical illness or broken family. Two disciples walked away from Jerusalem after Jesus had died thinking that all their hopes had died with Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer...
03.22.2024
Resurrected Dreams–Part 1 of 3
Disappointment with God is not a new phenomenon for God’s people. When Jesus died, His followers’ dreams died. In this message from Luke 24, Pastor Lutzer walks us through the Old Testament Scriptures which Jesus may have discussed on the...
03.21.2024
The Keeper Of The Keys–Part 2 of 2
Many attempt to ignore Jesus, but we can’t ignore Him when we die. No one can change their destination after death. In this message from Revelation 1, Pastor Lutzer invites us to picture the door to Paradise and the Doorkeeper....
03.20.2024
The Keeper Of The Keys–Part 1 of 2
Jesus is still in the news. But what are the characteristics of Jesus as He’s truly revealed Himself? In this message from Revelation 1, Pastor Lutzer plunges into a stunning description of the risen and glorified Jesus in glory. Jesus...
03.19.2024
A Message To This World From Mars–Part 2 of 2
Many people claim they have had near-death experiences. But the only person we should trust is somebody who was actually dead and rose again. In this message from Acts 17, Pastor Lutzer points to the central proof of our faith:...
03.18.2024
A Message To This World From Mars–Part 1 of 2
What is God like? On Mars Hill in Athens, pagan thinkers listened as the Apostle Paul described the one true God. In this message from Acts 17, Pastor Lutzer shares an in-depth explanation of how God reveals Himself to us....
03.15.2024
The Day Death Died–Part 3 of 3
Death intimidates us, threatening us with our mortality. But the sting of death was absorbed by the sacrifice of Jesus. In this message from John 5, Pastor Lutzer articulates the choice set before each one of us—two ways to die....
03.14.2024
The Day Death Died–Part 2 of 3
When we die as believers, we do so within God’s loving providence, His loving purpose, and His mighty power. God will bring His children safely home. In this message from John 11, Pastor Lutzer celebrates more comforting truths upon which...
03.13.2024
The Day Death Died–Part 1 of 3
No fear is as daunting as the fear of death. When Jesus finally arrived at His friend Lazarus’ graveside, He spoke this promise: that those who believe in Him will rise again to eternal life. In this message from John...
03.12.2024
The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 4 of 4
What gives Christians peace and comfort when faced with death? Once our life has ended on Earth, there won’t be another chance. In this message, Pastor Lutzer clarifies the only way we can enter God’s presence. Only those whose names...
03.11.2024
The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 3 of 4
Imagine enjoying perfect health, holy unity, and unhindered worship, serving God together into “the ages of the ages.” Everything will be good, perfect, and beautiful. In this message, Pastor Lutzer discusses the vocations and lifestyles of the thousand-year reign of...
03.08.2024
The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 2 of 4
Despite the burdens, suffering, and shame we carry, we were made to live with eternity in mind. In eternity, Jerusalem is the Holy of Holies, where no priest will be needed to mediate our access. In this message from Revelation...
03.07.2024
The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 1 of 4
We all long for home. When the New Jerusalem descends from heaven, it will be the forever home of the redeemed from all the ages. In this message, Pastor Lutzer introduces what will last in heaven and who will be...
03.06.2024
The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 3 of 3
According to the Bible, if anyone’s name isn’t found in the Book of Life, they will be thrown into the lake of fire. We all must face the excuses and hardness of our hearts. In this message, Pastor Lutzer reflects...
03.05.2024
The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 2 of 3
The Bible teaches about the ultimate lake of fire where unbelievers will go. But why will unbelievers be judged this way? In this message from Revelation 20, Pastor Lutzer offers clear teaching on the basis for eternal judgment. Each person...
03.04.2024
The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 1 of 3
The idea of final judgment offends many people. They can’t conceive that God would send anyone to an everlasting hell. In this message from Revelation 20, Pastor Lutzer takes a sobering look at what the Bible teaches about the Great...
03.01.2024
The King Reigns In His Kingdom–Part 3 of 3
Evil doesn’t change just because of an honest ruler. At the end of the Millennium, even though the world will have unprecedented access to the King of kings, many will still side with Satan for one final rebellion against Jesus....
02.29.2024
The King Reigns In His Kingdom – Part 2 of 3
From bumper stickers to video talks, everybody wants “world peace.” While sin, Satan, and the world’s system seem to prevail, Christians have the hope of Christ’s coming rule. In this message from Revelation 20, Pastor Lutzer identifies key characteristics of...
02.28.2024
The King Reigns In His Kingdom – Part 1 of 3
At the end of the Tribulation, Jesus returns to the earth to rule for 1,000 years. This is the Millennial Kingdom. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how Jesus establishes His earthly kingdom. Even with unprecedented access to the King...
02.27.2024
The King Returns To Conquer – Part 3 of 3
Jesus is coming again. When Jesus returns a second time in glory and power, believers will also participate with Him. In this message, Pastor Lutzer presents two lessons on the person of Jesus and the salvation on offer by His...
02.26.2024
The King Returns To Conquer – Part 2 of 3
Soon Jesus will appear in radiant glory, exerting absolute authority. Descending from heaven, He will slay His enemies with the sword from his mouth and set up his kingdom over the whole earth. In this message from Revelation 19, Pastor...
02.23.2024
The King Returns To Conquer – Part 1 of 3
The return of Jesus in glory will demand the attention of every eye on earth. History will culminate in one spectacular appearance. In this message from Zechariah 14, Pastor Lutzer shows the results of Christ’s bodily return. What will be...
02.22.2024
The King Destroys Nations – Part 3 of 3
God’s Word always comes to pass. The battle of Armageddon will prepare Israel for the glorious return of Jesus Christ. In this message, Pastor Lutzer ponders the sovereignty, the terror, and the mercy of God. When the King destroys the...
02.21.2024
The King Destroys Nations – Part 2 of 3
The book of Ezekiel prophesies that many nations will come to destroy Israel, led by a nation from the north. God will neutralize this attempt and pour out his judgment on the attackers.God promises to defend His people. This month’s...
02.20.2024
The King Destroys Nations – Part 1 of 3
Ezekial prophesies that Israel will be restored with a new spirit, a new understanding of God, and the fulfillment of prophecies from Abraham’s time. But not before a latter-day coalition of nations try to destroy Israel. In this message from...
02.19.2024
The King Judges Those Left Behind – Part 4 of 4
According to Jesus, the last half of the Great Tribulation will bring judgment never seen on planet earth. If those days had not been cut short, no human being would be saved. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shares two lessons...
02.16.2024
The King Judges Those Left Behind – Part 3 of 4
The Bible tells us that God is long-suffering. He withholds His rightful judgment for a time but not forever. In this message, Pastor Lutzer takes an honest look at what’s ahead for a world that has rejected Jesus. Numerous judgments...

What's Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition about?

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Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition episodes:

Overcoming Empty Obsessions–Part 2 of 3

Overcoming Empty Obsessions–Part 1 of 3

Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 3 of 3

Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 2 of 3

Catching The Thief Called Jealousy–Part 1 of 3

Freed From Anger–Part 3 of 3

Freed From Anger–Part 2 of 3

Freed From Anger–Part 1 of 3

Ending The Denial Game–Part 3 of 3

Ending The Denial Game–Part 2 of 3

Ending The Denial Game–Part 1 of 3

Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 3 of 3

Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 2 of 3

Making Sense Of Sexuality–Part 1 of 3

Forever Alive–Part 3 of 3

Forever Alive–Part 2 of 3

Forever Alive–Part 1 of 3

Jesus Raised For Us–Part 3 of 3

Jesus Raised For Us–Part 2 of 3

Jesus Raised For Us–Part 1 of 3

A Skeptic Who Believed– Part 2 of 2

A Skeptic Who Believed– Part 1 of 2

Resurrected Dreams–Part 3 of 3

Resurrected Dreams–Part 2 of 3

Resurrected Dreams–Part 1 of 3

The Keeper Of The Keys–Part 2 of 2

The Keeper Of The Keys–Part 1 of 2

A Message To This World From Mars–Part 2 of 2

A Message To This World From Mars–Part 1 of 2

The Day Death Died–Part 3 of 3

The Day Death Died–Part 2 of 3

The Day Death Died–Part 1 of 3

The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 4 of 4

The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 3 of 4

The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 2 of 4

The King Invites Us To Reign With Him–Part 1 of 4

The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 3 of 3

The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 2 of 3

The King Judges Unbelievers –Part 1 of 3

The King Reigns In His Kingdom–Part 3 of 3

The King Reigns In His Kingdom – Part 2 of 3

The King Reigns In His Kingdom – Part 1 of 3

The King Returns To Conquer – Part 3 of 3

The King Returns To Conquer – Part 2 of 3

The King Returns To Conquer – Part 1 of 3

The King Destroys Nations – Part 3 of 3

The King Destroys Nations – Part 2 of 3

The King Destroys Nations – Part 1 of 3

The King Judges Those Left Behind – Part 4 of 4

The King Judges Those Left Behind – Part 3 of 4