A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Heaven is a real place, and the Bible is not silent on what to expect. Pastor Greg Laurie brings insight about Heaven being better than earth. He says the good things on earth is just a glimpse of the greater things to come.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The statistics on death are quite impressive. Every person will die. And then there’s the afterlife, and the afterlife lasts a lot longer than this life on earth. While the before life is short, the afterlife is forever. So, it’s important to know about heaven, the future destination of every true believer in Jesus Christ. Pastor Greg Laurie says, 'Heaven is the hope of a Christian. It’s a supernatural certainty.'Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie warns us, our adversary is cunning and crafty, manipulative and merciless. We’ll hear great insight about the heavenly realms and the spiritual battles taking place, plus needed encouragement to remain strong in the fight. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angels are real and they have a very special ministry in the life of every believer! Pastor Greg Laurie says they’re sort of like God’s secret agents, sent out from heaven to assist us, encourage us, minister to us, and sometimes even to protect us ?Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rarely does a marriage end because spouses are too considerate. Selfishness can cause the breakdown of any good marriage. Pastor Greg Laurie points out how we can have a blessed marriage when we put God first in all things, and the needs of our spouse above our own.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our culture has hijacked the gift of sex that God created. Pastor Greg Laurie says we need to get back to God’s original plan. It doesn’t have to be a dirty word, or a taboo subject. It’s something that can be enjoyable, pleasurable, even blessed ? But only in the boundaries and safety of a marriage relationship.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The most important thing is not the house, it’s the home, and it’s not the wedding, it’s the marriage. Pastor Greg Laurie shares about building your marriage on the right foundation. He helps couples get their marital priorities in order, recognising what’s important and what lasts.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Devil’s basic battle plan is to entice, condemn, and accuse you before God. But, 'If we confess our sin, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sin and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.'’ 1 John 1:9, Pastor Greg Laurie says to speak it out and stand against Satan’s accusations with the power of God’s Word.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Temptation is universal and we’re all affected. Pastor Greg Laurie says we often set ourselves up to fall into temptation when we step out of God’s will. He encourages us to hang around godly people, in godly places and do godly things because the best defense is a good offense.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re growing as a Christian, you are going to become a bonafide threat to the enemy’s kingdom. If you find yourself constantly being harassed and tempted, that may be an indication you’re on the right track. Pastor Greg Laurie points out healthy, growing Christians are sometimes the favourite targets of our spiritual adversary.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus came on the first Christmas so that he could make a home in our hearts. Some people are content to leave the baby Jesus in the manger. But Pastor Greg Laurie points out how important it is for us to prepare Him room, and invite Him in.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have so many options to keep ourselves entertained . . . at least temporarily. Pastor Greg Laurie points to where real contentment is found. He reminds us that Jesus will take care of the dullness of life.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wise Men were the highest of the high. The Shepherds were very low. And yet they all came to Jesus. These two groups show the spectrum of those who come to Christ today? Christmas is for everyone ? men, women, boys and girls. Everybody needs Jesus.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At this time of year, our minds are often a chorus of clamoring worries, great and small. Pastor Greg Laurie points out the hope of the holiday saying, 'Don’t be afraid. God is with you!' The message of Christmas is: God sent His Son, and His name is Immanuel which means ’God is with us’.'Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re not here to pursue pleasure, but to pursue God. When we search for the wrong sorts of things, Pastor Greg Laurie says our lives will seem out of sorts. He says, 'When you seek to fulfill the purpose you were created for which is to know, glorify and worship God, you will find the happiness you’ve been seeking in life. Not from seeking happiness, but from seeking God.'Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ps Greg Laurie says because heaven and earth are connected, those that think the most about the next life tend to do the most in this life. He says it’s important to keep looking up, with our feet on earth but our mind in heaven.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have an all-time highest point of love for Jesus? If so, how long ago was it? If you’ve noticed your spiritual momentum has taken you backwards, Pastor Greg Laurie says it’s time for a course correction. And as Saint Paul said, ’Get back, get back, get back to where you once belonged.’ Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The word says to love the Lord your God with all of your heart, soul and mind. Pastor Greg Laurie points out the importance of loving God with everything that’s within us ? and if we don’t discipline ourselves to study God’s Word we’re easily led astray. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie has encouragement for the wanderer. He tells us we can experience love, joy and peace, and there is life beyond the grave in a place called heaven, but we have to get on the right road to get to the right destination.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re in a relay race as Christians, and our job is not to hold onto the baton but hand it on to the next runner to carry it forward. Pastor Greg Laurie points out how discipleship is an important part of God’s plan for passing insight and wisdom from older believers to younger believers.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wish you could go back and advise your younger self before some of those mistakes were made? ? Here’s a headline of what an older Greg Laurie would say to a younger Greg Laurie. Just be a nice person. You’re a child of God. Be known for your generosity. Be known for your love, your compassion, not for your anger. Be known as a person that builds people up, not as a person who tears people down. Be a nice person.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worry can ruin your day. It can ruin your week. Actually, worry can effectively ruin your life by wasting a whole lot of energy, and accomplishing a whole lot of nothing. Pastor Greg Laurie encourages us to take each day and turn our worry into prayer. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We don’t decide what hand we will be dealt in life, but we do decide how we will react to it. Pastor Greg Laurie points out whatever trials or pain we encounter can be a tool in the hands of God to make you into the person He wants you to be. All that happens is not designed to destroy us, but develop us.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some hear the Gospel many times over in their lives, and ignore it each and every time. Before we know it, we’re going to have our last night, our last meal, and then we’re going to give our last statement, and enter eternity. The thing you’ll want to be sure of is that you will go to heaven.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie says we need to make sure we’re not living a lightweight form of Christianity. He says when we get on God’s scale, we want to be a heavyweight, with faith to be robust and substantialSupport the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie says, 'Healthy Christians are hungry Christians, and they’re hungry for the Word of God.' If you’re sensing a power shortage in your walk with the Lord, let Pastor Greg help.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie guarantees, as you dig in to God’s Word and study it, it will refresh you! And don’t we all need that? Thursday on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg points out just how our spiritual lives are energized when we enjoy a big helping of our spiritual food.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The best example to follow when it comes to sharing the Gospel is Jesus Himself. And Wednesday on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us share the Good News 'Jesus Style.' We’ll walk alongside Jesus and watch how He connected with people.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we share our faith, Pastor Greg Laurie says it’s important to build a bridge. We need to make a personal connection. And Tuesday on A NEW BEGINNING, we’ll get some practical instruction. We’ll learn to become their friend, before we introduce them to the friend we have in Jesus.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who does God call to share the Gospel? Pastors, right? Well, yes ? but in reality the Lord calls ALL of us to share the Good News. And Monday on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie gives us practical instruction on how to grab hold of this powerful privilege.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie was a paperboy once, with a paper route, and a goal to deliver the paper. His job was not to write the news, or be in the news, just to deliver the news. He says it’s our job to deliver The Good News and ensure the message gets through. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s good to set aside a day each year and offer thanks to God for our blessings, like Thanksgiving in the U.S. But Pastor Greg Laurie says that’s not enough. He says it’s easy to give thanks when things are going well, yet it’s important to have an attitude of gratitude always.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we make ourselves available to God, Pastor Greg Laurie people who will actually say, ’Use me, Lord, I’ll go where you want me to go, I’ll say what you want me to say’, and wonderful adventure await for those people.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gospel by design is meant to be shared not hidden. But sometimes we’re hoarders of truth instead of sharers of hope. Pastor Greg Laurie points out, when we share the hope of the Gospel, we’ll find we live more hopeful, fulfilled lives ourselves.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie offers some help and hope with the important privilege of sharing our faith with those in our circle of influence. He reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of God.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus left His comfort zone in going to Calvary. Pastor Greg Laurie wants to know if we will leave our comfort zone to talk about what Jesus did, to build bridges to people who are different from us, and to reach out to communicate with them. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all have a sin nature. Don’t we know that all too well? Pastor Greg Laurie points out we need the help of Someone more powerful than us. God is good, and He’ll give you the strength to live the life He has called you to live.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling aimless in your walk with God? Maybe listless? Pastor Greg Laurie points out it isn’t about trying harder. It’s about realising that there is power there to help us to live the Christian life. It’s God’s Spirit that empowers us and directs us to live God’s way. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Psalmist says in Psalm 66:18, ’If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.’ So, if there is a sin in your life that you have not confessed to God, stop rationalising it. Stop justifying it. You know it’s a sin; ask God to forgive you.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bills, deadlines, problems, pressures, discord, discontent. Even believers can get worn out. Pastor Greg Laurie offers some good practical help.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re all pressed for time, right? Never can get it all done. Pastor Greg Laurie says that’s no excuse for prayerlessness. He encourages to NOT say we don’t have time to pray. The fact is we will always make time for what matters to us.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When we bring a smile to someone else’s face, isn’t it interesting how their smile is contagious? Pastor Greg Laurie advises us that experts have found helping and focusing on others instead of yourself can literally change your mood.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When those crises hit, we don’t have to give up . . . we can give over! Pastor Greg Laurie says give our problems over to the Lord. He wants to take your cares, He wants to take your worries, He wants to take your anxieties off of you.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems we try everything else first. Prayer is often our last resort. Pastor Greg Laurie says think of the Lord first because when we take our eyes off of Jesus and allow our minds and hearts to be filled with doubt, fear and anxiety, we can start to sink. Cry out to Jesus!Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We should call out to God when our problems overwhelm us, because God can overwhelm our problems. It’s okay to call out to the Lord for help. But it helps to remind yourself of the power, majesty and greatness of God and it puts your problems in perspective.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When life’s troubles pile up and leave us in fear, worry and despair, Pastor Greg Laurie says listen to the Lord because Jesus says, I haven’t brought you this far to abandon you now. I know what I’m doing. So I’m asking you to believe. I’m asking you to trust me.Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God wants us to come to Him. He longs to have a personal relationship with us. And Greg Laurie points to evidence in Scripture. Revelation 22, verse 17 says: ’And the spirit and the bride say come. And he who hears says come. Let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely. Come!' God says come. It is one of His favourite words. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie points out why we should ask the Lord to give us a sound understanding of the important book of Revelation. He says, if the Holy Spirit opens your spiritual eyes and ears to see and hear what God is saying in this book, it can make all the difference in the world. Because reading and understanding the promises in Revelation will energize and excite you, and remind you God is in control of your life!Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.