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| god's devil lutzer: The Serpent of Paradise Erwin W. Lutzer, 1996 To defeat an enemy, it helps to understand him. Erwin Lutzer presents an intriguing overview of Satan's career: his fall from heaven, his work on earth, and his ultimate demise. Discover why God is in control not just of Satan's destiny, but of his every action. |
| god's devil lutzer: The Serpent of Paradise Erwin W. Lutzer, 1986-08-07 How we perceive our enemy will largely determine how we fight against him. Unless we grasp how the devil fits into God's scheme of things, we will find it difficult to stand against his conspiracy against us personally and his influence within our culture. We can have a proper theology of the devil only if we have a proper theology of God. Only when we stand in awe of God will we find it unnecessary to be in awe of Satan. As Martin Luther once said, 'The devil is God's devil.' God is still in control. The Serpent of Paradise gives an overview of the career of Satan and his interaction with the Almighty. It traces his fall from an exalted position to his demise in everlasting shame and contempt. It shows us that Satan always loses even when 'he wins.' Best of all, it confirms that we who have been translated from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light are able to stand against him. Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. ~ Ephesians 6:10-11 NIV. The Serpent of Paradise is a book about Satan, but it is also a book about God's power, God's program, and God's purposes in this world. |
| god's devil lutzer: God's Devil Study Guide Erwin W. Lutzer, 2015-08-14 It is the best treatment of the person and work of the enemy I have ever read. — R. C. Sproul, from the foreword to God’s Devil Many Christians are oblivious to the devil and his schemes. Others look for him everywhere. All need to hear what God’s Devil has to say: that the devil roams about, but on God’s leash. In this accompanying study guide to God’s Devil, pastor and scholar Erwin W. Lutzer helps you internalize his message through summary questions, discussion points, and personal reflection. The ten study chapters will: Teach you about Satan and his role in God’s plan for the world Give you confidence in God’s eternal victory over Satan Equip you to withstand Satan’s schemes Perfect for individual or group study, this guide will comfort and strengthen you in your Christian walk as you learn of God’s sovereign power over Satan. Intended to be used with the God’s Devil DVD. |
| god's devil lutzer: Seven Snares of the Enemy Erwin W. Lutzer, 2001-02-01 There are many 'modern' sins ensnaring more and more people everyday. Some are blatant, but many are secret, quickly seducing the participant into behavior that separates them from God. Popular pastor and author Erwin Lutzer exposes Satan's seven most common 'traps,' warning readers and giving them hope for liberation from these forms of bondage. Addressing greed, gambling, alcoholism, pornography, sexual freedom, pleasure, and occultism, Lutzer takes on tough and sensitive issues with great compassion and clarity. |
| god's devil lutzer: Life-Changing Bible Verses You Should Know Erwin W. Lutzer, Rebecca Lutzer, 2011-08-01 After Erwin Lutzer, senior pastor of the Moody Church, and his wife, Rebecca, realized that memorizing Scripture has nearly become a lost pursuit today, they decided to create this practical, relevant resource filled with powerful verses and insightful explanations to help stimulate a spiritual hunger in readers’ own lives. With more than 35 topics and questions for reflection and further study, readers will discover how God’s Word will: sustain them in times of need comfort them in seasons of sorrow strengthen their hearts in times and areas of weakness direct their steps and decisions toward God’s will These handpicked verses provide a foundation of wisdom and hope to show readers who God is and what He has done for them, as well as who they are and how they can successfully live the Christian life. |
| god's devil lutzer: When a Nation Forgets God Erwin W. Lutzer, 2015-12-18 This excellent book is so important. It clearly and powerfully explains what the parallels are between Germany's fall from grace and the beginning of our own fall. - Eric Metaxas, author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy In When A Nation Forgets God, Erwin Lutzer studies seven similarities between Nazi Germany and America today—some of them chilling—and cautions us to respond accordingly. Engaging, well-researched, and easy to understand, Lutzer’s writing is that of a realist, one alarmed but unafraid. Amidst describing the messes of our nation’s government, economy, legal pitfalls, propaganda, and more, Lutzer points to the God who always has a plan. At the beginning of the twentieth Century, Nazi Germany didn’t look like a country on the brink of world-shaking terrors. It looked like America today. When a Nation Forgets God uses history to warn us of a future that none of us wants to see. It urges us to be ordinary heroes who speak up and take action. |
| god's devil lutzer: The Power of a Clear Conscience Erwin W. Lutzer, 2016-07-26 Exchange Your Guilt for True Freedom and Forgiveness Do you struggle with feelings of guilt about your past? Or are you bogged down by a conscience that haunts or imprisons you? This is not how God intends for you to live. Your conscience was not created to hold you prisoner, but to guide you and point you to freedom from guilt and bad habits. It's designed to tell you the truth so you are not held in bondage to lies or sin. A clear conscience enables you to live in the present without being distracted, both mentally and emotionally, by your past. Longtime pastor and bestselling author Erwin W. Lutzer shares what it means to live in the power of a clear conscience as you learn how to deal with guilt and replace it with joy discover how the truth that can hurt you can also heal you realize the incredible extent of God's forgiveness and love for you You'll find yourself encouraged by the truths that no failure is permanent and no life is beyond God's power to bring about change. |
| god's devil lutzer: Your Eternal Reward Erwin W. Lutzer, 1998-01-09 Face to Face with ChristNo hiding. No opportunity to put a better spin on what you did. No attorney to represent you. The look in His eyes says it all.Like it or not, standing before Christ is precisely where you and I shall some day be, 'for we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ' (2 Corinthians 5:10). And while we will not lose our entrance to heaven if we are believers, what we do in our earthly life will determine our standing in the eternal kingdom. There are eternal consequences to what we do. Jesus will not wink at our disobedience. He does not play favorites. We will be rewarded according to our faithfulness. There is no exception, no special deferment. When God calls our name we will be there. We cannot hide, for God will find us; we cannot scheme to make ourselves look good, for God shall see us. We cannot excuse ourselves, for God knows us. In Your Eternal Reward, pastor Erwin Lutzer teaches readers not only the effects of the Judgment Seat of Christ and the Great White Throne, but shares what Jesus will be looking for and how we can use the resources of this life to store up treasures in heaven. This life is training for the next. We are to be learning the rules of the kingdom and running the race to win the prize Christ has promised to His faithful servants. When He calls your name, will you hear Him say, 'Well done, good and faithful servant'? |
| god's devil lutzer: Seven Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible Erwin W. Lutzer, 2008-09-20 'In a society where relativism is the most acclaimed philosophy, it is of utmost importance that Christians believe absolutely that the Bible is the inerrant Word of God.' Erwin Lutzer takes readers on a journey of faith where they are asked some of the most fundamental questions a person could ask. In his readable, yet profound style, Lutzer critically examines proof that will determine supernatural authenticity of the Bible. |
| god's devil lutzer: Oprah, Miracles, and the New Earth Erwin W. Lutzer, 2008-11-06 When the world’s most powerful celebrity (according to Forbes magazine) personally teaches a course on miracles, millions will join her class — including many believers. What will happen when the coursework blends inspiration and encouragement with some of the oldest heresies in the Enemy’s arsenal? People you know and love may dismiss the claims of Jesus Christ as the only way to God. Dr. Erwin Lutzer’s insight and clarity reveals the true nature of contemporary spirituality, tracing its roots across a range of false belief systems and back to its first appearance in the garden of Eden. In a day when so many seek direction from the media, it remains essential to carefully discern between truth and the lie. |
| god's devil lutzer: Hitler's Cross Erwin W. Lutzer, 2015-12-15 The story of Nazi Germany is one of conflict between two saviors and two crosses. “Deine Reich komme,” Hitler prayed publicly—“Thy Kingdom come.” But to whose kingdom was he referring? When Germany truly needed a savior, Adolf Hitler falsely assumed the role. He directed his countrymen to a cross, but he bent and hammered the true cross into a horrific substitute: a swastika. Where was the church through all of this? With a few exceptions, the German church looked away while Hitler inflicted his “Final Solution” upon the Jews. Hitler’s Cross is a chilling historical account of what happens when evil meets a silent, shrinking church, and an intriguing and convicting exposé of modern America’s own hidden crosses. Erwin W. Lutzer extracts a number of lessons from this dark chapter in world history, such as: The dangers of confusing church and state The role of God in human tragedy The parameters of Satan's freedom Hitler's Cross is the story of a nation whose church forgot its call and discovered its failure way too late. It is a cautionary tale for every church and Christian to remember who the true King is. |
| god's devil lutzer: Heaven and the Afterlife Erwin W. Lutzer, 2016-05-13 Get ready for life after death. Combining three books that together have sold nearly 1 million copies, Heaven and the Afterlife gives you Erwin Lutzer’s best reflections on eternity and what it means for you today. The trilogyincludes: One Minute After You Die. A simple and moving explanation of what the Bible teaches about death, this book makes you consider a sobering truth: one minute after you die, your life will not be over. Rather, it will be just beginning—in a place of unimaginable bliss or indescribable gloom. Are you ready for that moment? How You Can Be Sure You Will Spend Eternity with Godsummarizes the Bible’s teaching on salvation, answering questions like, “What role do I play in my own salvation? Can I lose my salvation if I commit a serious sin? What if I doubt that I’m saved?” Your Eternal Reward. This book explores the often-overlooked Scriptures about reward and judgment for Christians, answering questions like, “How will believers be judged? Do rewards for faithfulness vary? If heaven is perfect, why do rewards even matter?” Together these books will help you live faithfully today, readying you for that final hour when you meet your Maker. |
| god's devil lutzer: The Cross in the Shadow of the Crescent Erwin W. Lutzer, 2013-02-01 Islam is on the rise all over the West, including America. In this compelling new book, bestselling author Erwin Lutzer urges Christians to see this as both an opportunity to share the gospel and a reason for concern. We have now reached a tipping point—the spread of Islam is rapidly altering the way we live. These changes are cause for alarm, for they endanger our freedoms of speech and religion. At the same time, this opens an incredible door of ministry for Christians, for Muslims normally do not have access to the gospel in their own lands. In The Cross in the Shadow of the Crescent, readers will discover helpful answers to these questions and more: How does Islam’s growing influence affect me personally? In what ways are our freedoms of speech and religion in danger? How can I extend Christ’s love to Muslims around me? A sensitive, responsible, and highly informative must-read! |
| god's devil lutzer: We Will Not Be Silenced Erwin W. Lutzer, 2020-10-13 “If I could, I would put this book into the hands of every Christian in America.” —Dr. David Jeremiah “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). Each day, you watch America turn further from Christian values and the core principles of liberty. It’s frustrating to feel you can’t assert biblical truth without facing condemnation, and fearful to witness outrage and victimhood replace respect and reason. Amidst this dissent, how can you not only stay rooted in your own faith, but continue publicly testifying for Jesus? In We Will Not Be Silenced, Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer prepares you to live out your convictions against a growing tide of hostility. Gain a better understanding of nonbelievers’ legitimate hurts and concerns regarding issues like racism, sexism, and poverty—and identify the toxic responses secular culture disguises as solutions. In the process, you’ll see how you can show compassion and gentleness to those outside of the faith without affirming their beliefs. We Will Not Be Silenced will ready you to move beyond fear and boldly accept the challenge of representing Christ to a watching world that needs Him now more than ever before. |
| god's devil lutzer: How You Can Be Sure That You Will Spend Eternity With God Erwin W. Lutzer, 2009-01-01 Here is a passionate, persuasive case for the gospel that will convince the seeker and renew the faith of believers everywhere. (Also available in a two-book set...one to keep and one to give away.) |
| god's devil lutzer: One Minute After You Die Erwin W. Lutzer, 2007-05-01 One minute after you die, you will either be elated or terrified-and it will be too late to reroute your travel plans. When you slip behind the parted curtain, your life will not be over. Rather, it will be just beginning-in a place of unimaginable bliss or indescribable gloom. One Minute After You Die opens a window on eternity with a simple and moving explanation of what the Bible teaches about death. Bestselling author Erwin Lutzer urges readers to study what the Bible says on this critical subject, bringing a biblical and pastoral perspective to such issues as: Channeling, reincarnation, and near-death experiences, What heaven will be like The justice of eternal punishment The death of a child Trusting in God's providence Preparing for your own final moment |
| god's devil lutzer: Jesus, Lover of a Woman's Soul Erwin W. Lutzer, Rebecca Lutzer, 2011-03 For centuries, Christian women have struggled to find their place in the church and before God. This text reveals the truth about Jesus and women--he defied tradition and affirmed women as equal partners in the family of God. |
| god's devil lutzer: Everything Happens for a Reason? Paul P. Enns, 2012-05-25 Everyone struggles to find explanations for their suffering. Dr. Paul Enns answers several tough, critical questions that all revolve around this central quandary of why. Why does God allow suffering? Is suffering the result of judgment for sin? Are there even explanations for the terrors and trials we face? Dr. Enns brings answers from Scripture and from his experience as a professor and pastor, and a wounded one at that. More than anything, he brings comfort and clarity to people who are desperate for it. |
| god's devil lutzer: Putting Your Past Behind You Erwin Lutzer, 2025-03-04 Addiction. Abuse. Broken relationships. Greed. Gluttony. Gossip. Sexual immorality. Decisions made from fear or despair. Is there a place to begin again? We can’t go back to the starting line in the race of life. What's done is done. But we’re not tied to our past mistakes. By following God's instructions and allowing Him to heal our wounds, we can be freed from the weight of guilt, regret, and bitter heartache. In Putting Your Past Behind You, Dr. Erwin Lutzer shows how to make a clean break with the past. People just like you have experienced the same trials, addictions, and injustices. Many have traveled beyond the pain to become blessed servants of Christ. God is faithfully standing ready to help, and He uses His people to share in His work of restoration and healing. Find encouragement, wisdom, and new direction as you experience the blessing of a healed past. |
| god's devil lutzer: Getting Closer to God Erwin W. Lutzer, 2011-10 No person on earth has ever enjoyed the intimacy Moses had with God. No one spent more time with God; no one understood Him better. Moses lived during one of the darkest times of Hebrew history and yet his life is a remarkable example of intimacy with the Almighty. How did Moses grow closer to God even in such dark times? What can Christians learn from Moses about growing closer to God today? Through the life of Moses, arguably one of the greatest leaders in history, popular pastor and best-selling author Erwin W. Lutzer leads readers on a journey to becoming better acquainted with the Lord. After suggested Bible readings at the beginning of each chapter, Lutzer expounds on the biblical text to demonstrate key lessons in pursuing intimacy with God. Lutzer shows how Moses learned to overcome doubt after hearing God's call, how Moses learned to obey God at the burning bush, how Moses came to trust God while wandering in the wilderness, and how Moses obeyed God in leading the nation of Israel. Through these lessons, Lutzer helps believers expose the excuses and idols that come between them and God so that they may be motivated to pursue Him and to draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith (Hebrews 10:22 NIV). |
| god's devil lutzer: Cries from the Cross Erwin W. Lutzer, 2015-04-17 To stand at the foot of the cross is to witness the purpose for which God created the world. The cross is a wonder unfathomable. Time cannot contain its reach. No heart can endure its weight. And yet it is the center of everything. It cannot be passed over. Pastor and author Erwin W. Lutzer believes that the better we grasp what the cross meant to Christ, the better we grasp what it should mean to us. To do this, Lutzer examines Jesus’ cries from the cross. Search with him and see how God’s love and justice meet. Know the weight of sin and the power of redemption. Look upon Jesus in His weakness, obedience, sorrow, and compassion. Let the scandal of the cross give you pause. The cross deserves our attention. Journey forth into the heart of Jesus, that your own heart may be shaped to His. |
| god's devil lutzer: The Doctrines That Divide Erwin W. Lutzer, Lutzer examines various controversies that exist within the broad spectrum of Christianity, presenting the issue and the biblical understanding of the doctrine. |
| god's devil lutzer: How to Break a Stubborn Habit Erwin W. Lutzer, 2017-08-01 When Your Decision to Change Is Not Enough... You've prayed. You've surrendered your sin to God. You've been more zealous about reading the Bible and attending church. But what do you do when you still can't shake your bad habits? After discouragement and defeat set in, you need a dose of genuine hope and some biblical, time-tested guidance on breaking free for good. Dr. Erwin Lutzer shows you... the three essential ground rules you must accept in order to truly change the secret to dismissing tempting thoughts rather than rehearsing them the roles of God, Satan, and your loved ones in your success or failure You've resolved to break a stubborn habit. Now discover the grace, courage, and wisdom to make it happen so you can step out of the past and into a renewed future. Includes questions for personal study or group discussion. |
| god's devil lutzer: You and Me Forever Lisa Chan, Francis Chan, 2024-09-18 In the same way Francis Chan’s book Crazy Love changes the way we see our relationship with God, You and Me Forever by Francis and his wife, Lisa, radically shifts the way we see our relationship with our spouse. Marriage can be great … but how would your marriage flourish if you focused on something even greater? Ideal for couples and singles who want to experience God in a new way, this countercultural book: Equips us to pursue a marriage that radiates God’s glory Motivates us to make courageous decisions based on devotion to Jesus Helps us prepare ourselves and our loved ones for eternity Shows us how living with an eternal lens sharpens our focus on the here and now Unlike marriage books that narrow our attention to the marriage itself, You and Me Forever shows how to prioritize our eternal relationship with our Creator above all things—because only when two people are right with God will they be right with each other. |
| god's devil lutzer: The King is Coming Erwin W. Lutzer, 2012-05-01 Begin to explore the end. The end is near. While these often sound like words of insane rambling, they can also be a sensible presentation of truth. Acknowledging that what is yet to come is beyond the scope of our wildest projections, pastor and scholar Erwin Lutzer reminds us that we have not been left completely in the dark. There is much we can know. Within this book are ten events we can be certain of, ten events that will change our future forever. You will be encouraged to renew your expectation of the return of the Messiah and, in so doing, be motivated to live pure lives for Him. The King is Coming has been written precisely to aid your own exploration of biblical prophecies with sound, sensible, balanced perspectives based on the simple meaning of the biblical texts. Saturated with both humility and a sense of urgency, this book not only provides answers for those questioning what comes next, but also empowerment and instruction to live accordingly in the here and now. |
| god's devil lutzer: Who Are You to Judge? Erwin W. Lutzer, 2003-07-01 The author argues that Christians must get out of their complacency and exercise their reponsibility to distinguish biblical Christianity from the counterfeit spirituality and values of today's world, and make wise judgments in this nonjudgmental, politically correct climate. |
| god's devil lutzer: God Can Not Be Trusted (and Five Other Lies of Satan) Tony Evans, 2010-04-14 Does God Really Have Your Best Interest at Heart? Doubting His holiness? Thinking maybe you shouldn’t completely surrender to Him, that you’re better off in charge of your own life? Well, say hello to the father of these lies: Satan. He’s an old pro using the same brilliant, deceptive tactics to harm you every time—unless you dare call his bluff and refuse to ever be his victim again. In God Can Not Be Trusted (and Five Other Lies of Satan), you’ll discover how to recognize the devil’s six ancient tactics, and claim victory over each one. Your only hope is in the power of Jesus Christ. Because only Christ can conquer Satan. He already has. So flood your mind with truth, and begin to see the lies for what they are. You’ll never be duped by them again, free to live abundantly in light of God’s truth! Have You Been Fooled? God must be out to get me. I’m better off doing my own thing. Sure it’s a sin, but I can get away with it! Do you recognize these thoughts? Then you have been fooled. And Satan is laughing. Because if he can deceive you, he will destroy your state of mind, ruin your relationships, and steal your joy. Do not let him. Dr. Tony Evans equips you to recognize Satan’s conniving tactics and boldly declare his lies for what they are. Winning this game is easier than you may think. And victorious living in light of God’s truth is your daily reward! Story Behind the Book A common theme emerged as Tony Evans held counseling sessions with countless individuals. People seemed completely unaware of how the spiritual realm was at work in their lives. “They saw clearly with their physical eyes,” he says, “but remained unaware of the evil, unseen spiritual activity that either caused or aggravated their physical world. Even in my own life, when I faced challenges or struggles, I would often reference the physical system without first looking at the spiritual cause,” says Tony. “Thus this book’s message was born to more effectively help people understand and address their struggles from a spiritual point of view.” |
| god's devil lutzer: Covering Your Life in Prayer Erwin W. Lutzer, 2013-09-01 Every Christian longs for a better and more intimate prayer life. And one of the most effective ways to grow more powerful in prayer is to learn from the prayers of others. In this way they discover new ways to pray—new requests, concerns, and thanksgivings they can bring to God's throne of grace. That's what makes Covering Your Life in Prayer so special. It's an opportunity to listen in to a wide variety of personal and heartwarming prayers—prayers for... personal peace and faithfulness in difficult situations wisdom when making tough decisions a better understanding of our place in God's plans a willingness to cease struggling and let God be God God's work in the lives of both loved ones and unsaved friends Readers will find this a wonderful resource for expanding their prayer horizons and enriching their relationship with God. |
| god's devil lutzer: When You've Been Wronged Erwin W. Lutzer, 2007-07-01 Imagine walking through a maximum security prison and seeing the cell keys hanging inside the cells. By choosing not to forgive, we voluntarily sentence ourselves to diminished, pain-filled lives. Why would anyone do such a thing? Because forgiveness seems an inappropriate response to offense. To experience a broken promise, betrayed confidence, personal rejection, false accusation, injury, or abuse, is to be wounded. Such wounds cry out for justice. But what if justice is not possible? Or if it doesn't undo the damage done? What then? In this concise, quickly-read volume, noted pastor and author Erwin Lutzer carefully illustrates how it is possible to right the wrongs of your life. Whether you've been wronged--or have wronged others--he makes it possible to experience the freedom of forgiveness, and the restoration of a clear conscience. |
| god's devil lutzer: When a Good Man Falls Erwin W. Lutzer, 2021 Sin has a way of tripping the best of people, even to the extent that a comeback seems impossible. But in When A Good Man Falls, Erwin Lutzer shows us how a Christian can again become effective even after falling into the so-called worst of sins. By examining the lives of some of the greatest men of the Bible, including Moses and David, Pastor Lutzer focuses on God's great love and how He opens His arms wide to any erring child who takes a fall in their walk with Him. Discover how to make a comeback--or how to help a loved one recover from seeming ruin. - Amazon. |
| god's devil lutzer: Not All Roads Lead to Heaven Dr. Robert Jeffress, 2016-02-09 Almost 60 percent of those in American evangelical churches believe that many religions can lead to eternal life. But if Jesus is to be trusted when he says that no one comes to the Father except through him, the church is failing in its mission. And it's not hard to guess why. An exclusive Jesus just isn't popular in our inclusive world. Dr. Robert Jeffress calls on Christians to recover the exclusive claims of the one they claim as Lord and Savior, not as a way to keep people out of heaven but as the only way to invite them in. He tackles questions like - Can people be saved who have never heard of Christ? - What about those who worship God by another name? - Do children automatically go to Heaven when they die? True compassion for non-Christians doesn't lie in letting them go their way while we go ours, but in sharing the only true way with them. |
| god's devil lutzer: Where Was God? Erwin W. Lutzer, 2011-04-11 When natural disaster strikes, survivors and onlookers alike face questions about whether God is in control or how he could allow such tragedy to occur. Respected Bible teacher Erwin Lutzer offers answers about God's purposes, his goodness, and his ultimate plan. Without pretending to know the mind of God, Lutzer's answers assure the reader that God is still sovereign, and his plan is still best. |
| god's devil lutzer: Safe and Sound David Powlison, 2019-09-16 These are dark days, and this is a book about how to stand up in the face of spiritual warfare—for yourself, for your loved ones, for those you counsel. David Powlison carefully unpacks Scripture and various case studies to show how Christ triumphs over all the powers of darkness. |
| god's devil lutzer: I Talk Back to the Devil A. W. Tozer, 1990 These essays will strengthen the faith of every Christian. In his usual pithy style, Tozer challenges the believer to stop running from the devil and instead, boldy enter lion country. |
| god's devil lutzer: God's Big Picture Vaughan Roberts, 2012-06-11 Sixty-six books written by forty people over nearly 2,000 years, in two languages and several different genres. The Bible is clearly no ordinary book. How can you begin to read and understand it as a whole? This excellent overview gives you the big picture, providing both the encouragement and the tools you need to read the Bible with confidence and understanding. |
| god's devil lutzer: What's So Amazing about Grace? Philip Yancey, 2002 Ask librarian for help in locating. |
| god's devil lutzer: He Will Be the Preacher Erwin W. Lutzer, 2015-04-21 He will be the preacher. Whether this was just an offhand remark or the woman leaning over his crib was speaking under inspiration from the Holy Spirit, either way, her prediction came to pass. This is the story of a shy, wisecrack kid from rural Canada becoming a well-known American preacher. It’s a story of seemingly random events deciding one man’s destiny. But most of all, it’s a story of God leading one of His dear children along. Join Erwin Lutzer on this tour of his life—from a Saskatchewan farm to a Dallas seminary to the historic Moody Church in Chicago. Hear his personal reflections and tales of pastoral hardship. Meet the people who have shaped him: his parents, professors, family, and even the great evangelist Billy Graham. And see how his many roles—author, speaker, evangelist, historian, and cultural critic—have carried his prophetic voice beyond Moody’s pulpit, even abroad. Part story and part reflection, full of heart with a dose of wit, He Will Be the Preacher is a personal and engaging witness to the providence of God. |
| god's devil lutzer: God at War Gregory A. Boyd, 1997-09-12 Modern Christians are often baffled by the problem of evil, frequently attributing pain and suffering to some mysterious good purposes of God. Gregory Boyd instead declares that biblical writers did not try to intellectually understand evil but rather grappled to overcome it. |
| god's devil lutzer: Christ Among Other Gods Erwin W. Lutzer, 2016-01-05 Tolerance imagines all religions as spokes of the same wheel, spinning everyone together in harmony with God. Christ Among Other gods shows how this wobbly wheel simply doesn't hold up. Walking you through a study of Christ--from His birth to His promised second coming--pastor and scholar Erwin W. Lutzer presents Jesus as He is: the only way of salvation. Learn how to: Describe the uniqueness of Christ; Defend the claims of Christianity; Debunk the myths that many tout. In today's world, the tension between tolerance and truth is growing, as are the challenges of representing Christ. Christ Among Other gods will help you understand and navigate these challenges. And what is more, it will help you grow in love for Jesus, the only way, truth, and life.--Page 4 of cover. |
| god's devil lutzer: A Practical Guide for Praying Parents Erwin W. Lutzer, 2020-07-07 Instead of an Anxious Parent, Become a Praying Parent Any Christian mother and father, or grandmother and grandfather, desires what is spiritually best for their children. However, knowing how to pray for them can often be as challenging as knowing what to pray. Without proper guidance, our prayers are prone to become dry, repetitive lists of requests. With the help of Dr. Erwin Lutzer, you can learn how your best, loving intentions can become enriching, effective intercessions for your children or grandchildren. Trade your lists of requests for Scripturally-based prayers that will immerse you in God’s promises and will. In A Practical Guide for Praying Parents, Dr. Lutzer addresses: -How to pray when children have hardened hearts -How to pray for children who have become wayward prodigals -How to become a prayer warrior who prays in the face of spiritual warfare This small guide will help you pray scriptural prayers that both bring you closer to God and bless your children. You’ll also find daily Biblical prayers crafted by Dr. Lutzer himself to help you begin your prayer journey. With your love for your children, your desire to help, and Dr. Lutzer’s guidance, your prayers can become effective ministry in the lives of those you care for the most. |
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God declared, through an unnamed prophet, that he would have the two men (Eli's sons) executed on the same day because of their many sins (1Samuel 2:25, 34). This prophecy was …
Why Did God Want to Kill Moses? - Bible Study
While the Bible does not state all of reasons God used to justify wanting to kill Moses, we can take what information is available and derive a fairly good explanation. Although it may seem …
Who Is God? - Bible Study
God is a personal, all-powerful, all-knowing, eternal, loving, spirit-composed family currently composed of the Father and Jesus Christ (see John 10:30 - 31, 17:20 - 23, 1John 3:1 - 2). The …
What Does God Look Like? - Bible Study
There are plenty of other places in the Bible that reveal the various parts of what God (the Father and Jesus Christ) looks like as a spirit being. God is recorded as possessing a head …
Meaning of the Number 7 in the Bible - Bible Study
Numbers 7, with its 89 verses, is the second largest single chapter in God's word! The biggest is Psalm 119 with a whopping 176 verses. The book of the minor prophet Micah contains seven …
Where Did God Come From? - Bible Study
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God . . . All things came into being through Him, and not even one thing that was created came into being …
What Are the Seven Spirits of God? - Bible Study
And to the angel of the church in Sardis, write: These things says He Who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars . . . (Revelation 3:1). And proceeding from the throne were lightnings …
God's Seven Curses - Bible Study
The last of God's seven curses involves Jesus. The Lord, who was God in the flesh, entered Jerusalem with his disciples a few days before his death. Being hungry, and noticing a fig tree …
Meaning of Numbers in the Bible - Bible Study
God is 'The Great Geometrician' and does everything after a plan by number, weight, and measure. "If God is the Author of the Scriptures and the Creator of the Universe (and He is) …
Amazing Facts about God! - Bible Study
God has promised not only to forgive our sins but also to exercise his unlimited power and completely erase from his memory all traces of our disobedience (Isaiah 43:25, Hebrews 8:12, …
Who Has God Personally Killed? - Bible Study
God declared, through an unnamed prophet, that he would have the two men (Eli's sons) executed on the same day because of their many sins (1Samuel 2:25, 34). This prophecy was …
Why Did God Want to Kill Moses? - Bible Study
While the Bible does not state all of reasons God used to justify wanting to kill Moses, we can take what information is available and derive a fairly good explanation. Although it may seem …
