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The Center provides input, education, advice, advocacy,and resources in the areas of life, marriage and religious liberty and seeks to engage in discussions in Washington, D.C., to establish partnerships and resources in our nation’s Capital for the sake of our churches, schools, universities, and seminaries.
The Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty advocates for you, educates God’s people, and encourages public officials concerning the issues of religious liberty, the sanctity of life, the institution of marriage, and educational freedom from a biblical perspective.
We can dynamically participate in government, or in public affairs by differentiating God’s preserving work, His curbing of evil work from His saving work through Christ ALONE!
God creates a civil, ordered society through people exercising their “vocations” faithfully….i.e. Honor/respect parental authority? YES, it’s good for you, it’s good for the neighborhood too!
Though distinct, Church and State are under God's authority, and function best when honoring God’s directives for each. As we engage culture for the sake of our mission, we seek to be “useful” in God’s hands on God’s terms for others.
Amazingly! God preserves the world even through sinful, even unbelieving people “trying to do what’s right.” When it comes to God’s Left-Hand Kingdom, penultimate, preserving work, we humbly engage our community with an attitude of “restraint,” seeing first what God is already doing to create temporal civility and peace. Preserving work doesn’t “save,” but a just and civil society makes it possible for ALL to hear the saving Gospel of Jesus freely for themselves.
We should honor elected officials, but even more so we must be honorable citizens ourselves. We seek to honor and respect those who lead us, but our ultimate faith is in Christ ALONE. Jesus himself shows us how to “honor the Father’s preserving Work” even as He saves us by grace alone through faith!
Jesus saves! and He honors the Father’s will to do it. Sometimes that means that one must submit to imperfect authorities to preserve peace and to accomplish the “greater” good.
LCRL Events
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Join us as Eric Metaxas discusses his new book and the urgent call for the Church to engage in today’s cultural and spiritual battles—listen now!
Explore the intersection of faith, law, and culture in this week’s Liberty Action Alert podcast, where vital societal issues are discussed with clarity and moral insight.
Dive into the pressing issues of religious liberty and the wrongful labeling of biblical teaching as "hate speech" with Dr. Seltz and Rev. Fred Hinz on this week's episode of The Liberty Action Alert
Discover how we can confront the decline in Christian faith and shine Christ’s light in our communities on this week's Liberty Action Alert with Dr. Seltz and George Barna.
Explore how America's sovereignty is at risk and how you can protect your fundamental freedoms on this week's episode of The Liberty Action Alert with Dr. Seltz and Frank Gaffney.
Explore the intersection of faith and public life in America with Dr. Seltz on 'The Liberty Action Alert,' and discover how to navigate the challenges of being a Christian in the public square.
Dive into a special episode of The Liberty Action Alert as Dr. Seltz explores the intersection of Easter's hope and freedom guaranteed by July 4th, revealing why this Easter means more than ever.
Dive into a crucial discussion with Greg Seltz and Virginia's Attorney General on protecting our citizens and upholding good governance. Don't miss this episode of The Liberty Action Alert for insight on legal, cultural, and faith perspectives.
Explore the intersection of government, citizenship, and personal responsibility in maintaining freedom with Dr. Seltz and Star Parker on this week's episode of The Liberty Action Alert.
Discover how the racialization of politics divides us and explore pathways to unity on this week's Liberty Action Alert with Greg Seltz
Discover how the Church's engagement in adoption and foster care stands as a beacon of the Pro-Life movement's values, offering hope and healing in this week's episode.
Discover why constitutional protections are our best defense against authoritarianism in the U.S. politics on this week's Liberty Action Alert with Dr. Seltz and Lt. Col. Allen West.
Discover how "parental choice" in education can shape a more civil, free society with Dr. Seltz and guest George Tryfiates on this week's Liberty Action Alert—click for a transformative conversation on rights, values, and our future.
Discover why a free society desperately needs parochial education and how current policies threaten parental authority and educational autonomy—tune in for an enlightening discussion on The Liberty Action Alert.
Dive into a compelling discussion with Kimberly Fletcher on The Liberty Action Alert as we examine the impact of modern secular feminism on womanhood and the family, and uncover how we can reclaim our culture's moral and religious foundation—tune in for an enlightening perspective you won't want to miss.
Join Dr. Gregory Seltz and Os Guinness on The Liberty Alert as they unravel the complex cultural divide in America, exploring the clash between biblical and secular worldviews and their impact on our nation's cherished freedom – a compelling conversation you won't want to miss.
Uncover the critical insights into the 'originalist' court, the threats to constitutional justices, and their impact on law and religious liberty with Dr. Gregory Seltz and Carrie Severino—click to hear the compelling discussion on The Liberty Alert!
Join Dr. Seltz and Father Frank Pavone in a compelling discussion on transforming the Pro-Life message into a positive, persuasive force in public dialogue, available now on LCRLFreedom.org – don't miss this enlightening episode!
Join Dr. Gregory Seltz on The Liberty Alert for a compelling discussion with Senator James Lankford and Jeanne Mancini about the pivotal moments and pressing challenges in the Pro-Life movement – a conversation you don't want to miss!
Discover how religious freedom shapes our nation in 2023 with Dr. Seltz and legal expert Kelly Shackelford on Liberty Action Alert – click to explore vital insights and the impactful role of faith in America today!
Explore the profound impact of faith and freedom on modern life with Dr. Seltz in this week's Liberty Action Alert, where Christmas reflections merge with the realities of 2023-2024, offering insights that can change everything – click to hear the full episode.
Discover how Ethan Williams’ unwavering commitment to education amidst adversity embodies the spirit of resilience and faith in our latest episode of The Liberty Action Alert podcast.
Join Dr. Greg Seltz on 'The Liberty Action Alert' for a riveting conversation on how the shifts in cultural views on sex, gender, and marriage challenge Christian perspectives, and discover empowering insights for engaging in these crucial discussions – click to hear the full episode and be part of this enlightening journey!
Explore the intersection of politics, culture, faith, and morality in American life with Dr. Gregory Seltz and Dr. Gene Edward Veith on The Liberty Alert, as they discuss the challenges to the Judeo-Christian worldview in modern society.
Explore the profound impact of family dynamics from a faith-based perspective with Dr. Greg Seltz and Dr. Daniel Huerta on The Liberty Action Alert, where they delve into the transformative role of parents and partners in shaping our society.
Discover the intriguing journey of the Pilgrims in the 16th century and explore the profound significance of Thanksgiving in shaping our cultural and spiritual landscape with Dr. Gregory Seltz and William J. Federer on this week's captivating episode of The Liberty Action Alert.
Discover how the March for Life movement is reshaping America's conversation on life and liberty in this enlightening episode of The Liberty Action Alert with Greg Seltz and special guest, Jeanne Mancini.
Dive into a riveting discussion with Dr. Seltz and Sam Brownback on safeguarding religious liberty in America, and learn how to be an informed 2 Kingdom citizen in today's complex cultural landscape.
We discuss the pressing issue of fatherlessness with Larry Elder, exploring its political and cultural ramifications and the Church's unique response.
Dr. Seltz and Irish Barrister Lorcán Price discuss the unjust prosecution of Bishop Johanna Pohjola in "The Finnish Bible Trial," exploring the implications of "secular blasphemy laws" and their impact on the Bible's moral teachings.
Fundamental Foundational Liberty Action Alerts
The mission of the LCRL Champions Church program is to empower and equip congregations to utilize their temporal liberties in service to Christ's Church in America. Through ongoing education, community engagement, and prayer initiatives, the program fosters a deeper understanding of God's preserving and saving work in the culture, ultimately benefiting both the community and the culture as a whole. This partnership opportunity aims to protect and advance the Church and its various ministries, emphasizing spiritual growth and a commitment to support, rather than political involvement.