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The Tale of Two Graves #3 of 4

Thu, Nov 19

Thursday, November 19, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: The Darwin Delusion Square pegs don't fit in round holes, and evolution and creation cannot both be true. Some Christians have tried to bridge the gap... Bowing to the influence of Charles Darwin, some argue for theistic evolution and other approaches that allow God to stay in the background as natural selection does its thing. Today: more on the influence of a man whose teachings cannot be reconciled with those of the Bible.

The Tale of Two Graves #2 of 4

Wed, Nov 18

Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: The Darwin Delusion In war, killing civilians is called collateral damage. Our culture is reeling from the collateral damage done by Charles Darwin... Taken to its logical conclusion, Darwin's evolution sees humans as just advanced animals, with no more rights than a grasshopper. As society buys into this amoral philosophy, many are now in outright rebellion against the way God created them. Stay with us.

The Tale of Two Graves #1 of 4

Tue, Nov 17

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: The Darwin Delusion Charles Darwin made history with On the Origin of Species. This book helped launch evolution on its way... The battle lines are drawn. Christians believe in a Creator God. Evolutionists believe in random chance. The bottom line: if there's no God, there's no one to judge our behavior. And a lot of people would like that just fine. Today: we begin a series on "The Darwin Delusion."

Occultism: Not Superstitions, But Deceptions #4

Mon, Nov 16

Monday, November 16, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Being stuck in the occult is like being stuck in the mud. You may need some help to get free...help that God provides... There is a way out of the bondage of Satanic influence, a bondage that's trapping all too many Christians. Today: renouncing the occult's doctrines of demons, and turning once again to the only truth that sets us free. Please stay with us.

Occultism: Not Superstitions, But Deceptions #3

Fri, Nov 13

Friday, November 13, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Like the serpent that beguiled Eve, the devil's substitutes for God look good...very good. That's why the occult is so popular..... ....but the occult's teachings are the doctrines of demons...doctrines that bring death rather than life. These are doctrines Christians must avoid like the plague they really are. Today: what those doctrines teach, and why they are so dangerous. Please stay with us.

Occultism: Not Superstitions, But Deceptions #2

Thu, Nov 12

Thursday, November 12, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Satan has many disguises, and he'll do anything to draw our attention away from God. That's why the occult is so prevalent. These days, many people believe more in ghosts than in the living God. We build buildings without thirteenth floors and worry about black cats. Today: we'll expose these superstitions for what they really are: Satanic deceptions. Please stay with us.

Occultism: Not Superstitions, But Deceptions #1

Wed, Nov 11

Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares The occult: more than Ouija boards. It's the kids who shoot up high schools, and each other. It's a trap we must avoid..... Our culture is tuned to the frequency of occult phenomena like never before. Behind the entertaining face of horoscopes lies the grim visage of demonic powers. Today: how the committed Christian should treat this form of deception. Stay with us.

Pleasure: Life on Empty #3 of 3

Tue, Nov 10

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares We've got a hundred cable channels, 22 theater screens, DVDs, the Internet, and Facebook. Hey...who needs more? Today's Christians are awash in a sea of pleasures. We've got time for our plasma TV's and surround-sound movies, but do we have time for God? On this broadcast: we'll all hear a challenge to get our priorities straight. Please stay with us.

Pleasure: Life on Empty #2 of 3

Mon, Nov 9

Monday, November 9, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Our culture says, "If it feels good, do it." So...does having a desire mean it's always OK to satisfy it? .......no...you can't yell "fire" in a crowded theater because you feel like it. While we all have desires, the Christian satisfies those desires in godly ways. Today: how to live for Christ in a world that's focused on pleasures. Please stay with us.

Pleasure: Life on Empty #1 of 3

Fri, Nov 6

Friday, November 6, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares The TV commercial once said: "You only go around once in life. Grab all the gusto you can." That's not a bad idea. .......but the gusto you should grab is probably not what most people have in mind. A lot of Christians are falling victim to the mad dash for self-fulfillment. Today: you'll hear a challenge to a pleasure-mad culture that's infecting the church. Stay with us.

Sexual Freedom: The Poisoned Oasis #4 of 4

Thu, Nov 5

Thursday, November 5, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares No one involved in sexual promiscuity really wants to be there. They are trapped, looking desperately for a way out.... It's said that all of Satan's apples have worms...and too many Christians have bitten into casual sex. But God has given us a way out of the lifestyle of so-called sexual freedom. Today: words of hope from the Bible for those caught in the web of sexual sin.

Sexual Freedom: The Poisoned Oasis #3 of 4

Wed, Nov 4

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares If we could see the scars we'll bear when we break God's laws on sexual behavior, we'd never break them in the first place...... .......God designed our greatest sexual fulfillment to be in a covenant marriage relationship, not in a succession of one-night stands. Casual sex leaves behind some not-so-casual memories...memories that create bondage. Today: the myth of sexual freedom.

Sexual Freedom: The Poisoned Oasis #2 of 4

Tue, Nov 3

Tuesday, November 3, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares God intended marriage to be permanent. But our culture says marriages can be broken when a better deal comes along...... .......however, that better deal carries with it some heavy baggage: the psychological burden of multiple sexual bonds, and the fragmented families left behind. Today: more on the sexual revolution's dark side, and why God's design for marriage is the only one that works.

Sexual Freedom: The Poisoned Oasis #1 of 4

Mon, Nov 2

Monday, November 2, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Watch prime-time TV for two hours. You'll conclude that extramarital sex and divorce are choices we can freely make...... .......yes, we're free all right...free to ruin our lives and ruin the lives of others. The sexual revolution has a dark side...and we'd better count the cost. Today: we'll take a frank look at freedom run amok...even among Christians. Please stay with us.

Pornography: The Soul Defiled #4 of 4

Fri, Oct 30

Friday, October 30, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Pornography: it's everywhere, perverting the right use of sex. Sadly, "everywhere" includes the computers of Christians, yet the Bible's commands to abstain from lust are still in force. Millions of people are addicted to the cheap thrills of porn. Today, you'll hear about the way out of the pornography trap that snares so many: even Christians. Please stay with us.

Pornography: The Soul Defiled #3 of 4

Thu, Oct 29

Thursday, October 29, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares It used to be confined to back-alley theaters and musty bookshops. Now, pornography is yours at the click of a mouse and the internet can bring filth into the privacy of our own homes, as high-tech sinners enjoy their hidden addictions. Today: what Jesus says about the lust of the eye, and why it's high time to stop the flood of decadence before we drown. Stay with us.

Pornography: The Soul Defiled #2 of 4

Wed, Oct 28

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares One of Satan's oldest tricks is getting us to satisfy legitimate desires outside of God's will. Eve ate forbidden fruit. And when we dabble in pornography the result is moral decay and destroyed relationships. Once hidden behind counters, porn is now on your PC screen with one click of the mouse. Today: more insights on the addiction millions are trying to hide. Stay with us.

Pornography: The Soul Defiled #1 of 4

Tue, Oct 27

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares There's no denying it. At root, all of us are sexual creatures, with appetites given to us by God to be used as He intended. And since we all have sexual desires, it's easy to be trapped into satisfying those desires outside of God's will by putting sex in the wrong context. Today: a probing look at the damage done by the flood of pornography on the internet and in our media.

Alcoholism: Quitting Tomorrow #4 of 4

Mon, Oct 26

Monday, October 26, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares One would think that committed Christians have little chance of becoming alcoholics. But the snare of drinking can tempt anyone. As one drink leads to another, a believer can become chemically dependent, and join the ranks of those attending Alcoholics Anonymous. Christians are not exempt from the deadly snare of drinking and the damage it can do. Today: some final thoughts about alcoholism.

Alcoholism: Quitting Tomorrow #3 of 4

Fri, Oct 23

Friday, October 23, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares A drink: once in the bloodstream, alcohol messes with your mind and your judgment, and it loosens your moral anchor. Alcohol, in its various forms, is a trap baited with the promise of "the good life." In reality, it can wreck your life. There are lots of reasons to avoid alcohol, and very few reasons to indulge in it. Today: more sobering truth about alcoholism.

Alcoholism: Quitting Tomorrow #2 of 4

Thu, Oct 22

Thursday, October 22, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares "Just one more"...most alcoholics say they can stop drinking whenever they want. Problem is, "whenever" never comes. Christians are not immune from the pull of alcohol, and the chance of a life ruined as a result. Sadly, one destroyed life invariably takes other lives with it. Today: you'll hear more sobering truth about alcoholism: the bondage of drink.

Alcoholism: Quitting Tomorrow #1 of 4

Wed, Oct 21

Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Drunk drivers...every day they kill more of our kids (FX: crash). Alcohol: it's the tolerated drug. Alcohol abuse is costing our society billions in lost productivity, lost relationships, and lost lives. Forget those alluring TV commercials and slick magazine ads. Today: you're going to hear the truth about alcoholism. Stay with us.

Gambling: Don't Bet On It #4 of 4

Tue, Oct 20

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Down deep, every gambler knows that the house always wins. Yet, like a drug, gambling turns dabblers into addicts. You can't walk the Las Vegas strip without noting the billions of dollars in shiny real estate...all paid for by tourist gambling losses. Gambling is a trap that can ruin the race of life. Today: why the best defense is to run in the other direction.

Gambling: Don't Bet On It #3 of 4

Mon, Oct 19

Monday, October 19, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Gamblers place their god of chance above the God of the Bible. They trust in dice, the slots, and the Powerball lottery, but God calls all of this idolatry...looking anywhere but to Him for our sustenance. With apologies to those whose churches offer games of chance, we'd like you to know why God and gambling are mutually incompatible. Please stay with us.

Gambling: Don't Bet On It #2 of 4

Fri, Oct 16

Friday, October 16, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares The Bible says "work for a living, and trust God." The culture says "gamble for your big break, and trust yourself." Who's right? You've guessed it. God is right. Nearly every dollar gambled is lost, taking money from more needful areas of life. And the few who win find their new wealth just puts them in bondage. Today: four reasons why gambling violates the Bible's teaching.

Gambling: Don't Bet On It #1 of 4

Thu, Oct 15

Thursday, October 15, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Casinos know gambling is a lousy deal, except for them. They call it "gaming" instead. Whatever the label, it's bad news. From lottery tickets to video poker, gambling spells big trouble, taking money from those who can least afford it, those hoping for a "big break." We recommend a break all right, a listening break right now to break the gambling habit. Please stay with us.

Greed: The Heart Revealed #4 of 4

Wed, Oct 14

Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares It's easy to spot greed in others. You can tell when people are lusting after money or other things, you see it in their faces. But the trouble is that often we can't see it in ourselves and that greed has just as solid a foothold on us as in anyone else. So polish up that mirror and get set to take a long look. Today, we learn some tough lessons on how to lose the greed we all share down deep.

Greed: The Heart Revealed #3 of 4

Tue, Oct 13

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares Even in a tough economy, it seems the rich keep getting richer, building bigger barns to store all the stuff they're buying. Jesus says those who accumulate money and things might be in for a rude shock. After all, none of us can hitch our U-Hauls to a hearse. Getting a grip on the greed we all share: that's our focus on today's broadcast. Please stay with us.

Greed: The Heart Revealed #2 of 4

Mon, Oct 12

Monday, October 12, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares I Timothy 6:10: "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith, in their greed." Paul goes on to say that the greedy "pierce themselves through with many sorrows." Grabbing that fast buck is a trap that has sunk many a Christian, and, many a ministry. Today: a look in the mirror, as the greedy heart is revealed. Stay with us.

Greed: The Heart Revealed #1 of 4

Fri, Oct 9

Friday, October 9, 2009 Host: Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer Series: Seven Secret Snares In good or bad times, even committed Christians feel the tug of money. Greed lies like a serpent within us and is the first of the Seven Secret Snares that Erwin Lutzer is exposing during his current series. So how is it with you and your money? Or better, with you and someone else's money? How do you feel when someone else wins the lottery? Please stay tuned.

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