In our media age, sensuality, violence, and the occult pervade our screens. But the Church is called to holiness, even if it’s not a popular notion. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Lutzer answers the first of three questions about what pleases God. Why should we please God, choosing holiness? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

How can we please God? In 1 Thessalonians 4–5, Paul gives his readers commands to follow—commands we should all follow. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains the four underlying assumptions about God’s will. As we obey the Lord’s commands, He is renovating our hearts. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

How can we know, and delight in, God’s will? Whatever our circumstances or degree of optimism, we can follow God’s commands by the power of the Holy Spirit. In this message from 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Lutzer shows three direct commands about God’s will. We'll not only know the will of God, but also how to please Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.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 together. Let’s find strength in the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.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 was not there before. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 3, Pastor Lutzer shares Paul’s strategy to stand against temptation—together. Let’s remain united, rooted in prayer and Scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.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. Do we give without expecting anything in return? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Let’s be honest, most of us can be selfish. 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 Christian’s proclamation of the Gospel. What can we learn from their heart of service? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.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. God’s presence brings about painful repentance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.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. Do we want God to show up in our church? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Many are skeptical of Jesus’ resurrection. But early Christians thrived because they were absolutely convinced the tomb was empty. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers five matters unaccounted for by the false scenario of Jesus’ discovered bones. But only God can make hearts alive to believe. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Some have claimed the bones of Jesus have been found. But that is simply bad archaeology and deceit. In this message, Pastor Lutzer considers the reasons why Jesus had to be bodily raised. Despite the skepticism and attempts to disprove its claims, the resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

In our day, most people minimize sin, preferring to see the goodness in humanity. But only Jesus’ sacrifice removes the stain of the sins we bear before a holy God. In this message from Matthew 16, Pastor Lutzer explains the story of Peter’s great confession of faith. At the cross, we see the fullness of God’s love, justice, and power.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

The religion and teachings of Islam claim that Jesus didn’t actually die on the cross. But Jesus did die—He had to. In this message, Pastor Lutzer offers three compelling contrasts between Muslim teaching and the Bible’s revelation about Jesus’ death. Jesus came to be a sacrifice for sin. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

The Bible is clear: Jesus was born of a virgin and had no earthly father. No other religion has a sinless Savior. In this message from Hebrews 7, Pastor Lutzer proves why Jesus had to be perfectly without sin. Without that perfect sacrifice, none of us has any hope of seeing eternal life with the Father. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Some say the virgin birth of Jesus is superstition, copied from pagan religious myth. In this message from Matthew 1, Pastor Lutzer shows from Jesus’ genealogy why He had to be conceived miraculously. We have a qualified Savior, and it began with His unique birth to the Virgin Mary. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Some scholars want to strip Jesus of anything supernatural. They approach the Bible as its judges, little realizing that the book they scorn will one day judge them. In this message from John 3, Pastor Lutzer takes home three lessons about spiritual blindness. Unless God brings us to a place of honest confession, we’ll never hear or see Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Certain scholars believe Jesus’ followers made Him into a Christ. They hold an unswerving belief to naturalism—the idea that miracles can’t happen. In this message from John 9, Pastor Lutzer introduces three dangerous commitments people of unbelief make. But what if the Christ of our faith is actually the Jesus of history?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Throughout history, the fear of God and the consequences of hell have driven many to despair. But the “God of American spirituality” seems more tolerant of sin. In this message from Leviticus 10 and Hebrews 10, Pastor Lutzer describes the way sinners must come before a holy God. What qualifies us to come into God’s presence?  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

How many ways are there to God? People are looking to a kind of spirituality and psychology for fulfillment, but it won’t hold up. In this message, Pastor Lutzer exposes three lies from popular culture about the way to God. Let’s heed the Bible’s warnings against approaching God our own way.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Judas played the part of a hypocrite through and through. Though his actions were not outside of God’s sovereign plan, he was not a hero like the Gnostic Gospels claim. In this message from Matthew 26, Pastor Lutzer uncovers three lessons from Judas’ hypocrisy. Being around Jesus isn’t a guarantee for our personal conversion or eternal destiny.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

The so-called Gospel of Judas claims Judas freed Jesus from the “evils” of a human body. But Judas was a thief and a deceiver to the core. In this message from John 12–13, Pastor Lutzer contrasts the Judas of the New Testament with the one in the Gnostic Gospels. What are the dangers of hypocrisy to our hearts and minds? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Just because something is lawful doesn’t mean it’s right. So, where do we find real justice? In this interview with Pastor Larry McCarthy, Pastor Lutzer dives into God’s wrath and grace, sharing insights from Romans 1 and Jonathan Edwards. God’s grace shines brightest when seen against the reality of sin and judgment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Modern society often views truth as a tool of power. But Christians believe it’s grounded in God's authority. In this interview, Pastor Lutzer contrasts biblical truth with the relativism found in many universities. Ultimately, we’ll discover why God is essential for truth and morality. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29

Is God becoming more tolerant? While Christians believe God is unchanging, His administration differs between the Old and New Covenants. In this interview, Pastor Lutzer tackles questions about God’s judgments in both Testaments. Let’s find refuge in Christ, who protects believers from the coming wrath. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.elsitiocristiano.com/donate/172/29