A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Scripture warns us that wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction. Lots of people are going that way. It’s the way that 'seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.' Pastor Greg Laurie shows us an alternative. He helps us through the narrow gate. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie draws from his own bittersweet experiences to bring us fresh perspective on the faithfulness and compassion of the Lord. We’ll see it’s okay to bring our hurts and questions to God. But it’s also okay to leave the perplexing, vexing uncertainties in His hands. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When our lives have been shredded by circumstances beyond our control ? or even circumstances brought on by our own mistakes ? God is our refuge. Pastor Greg Laurie points out, after his son suddenly went to heaven, God’s compassion was reconfirmed ? and he shares that reassurance today. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie shares from his very personal experience of losing his son. Great counsel from Scripture and from his experience, on how to properly support those who are facing the loss of a loved one. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Driving instructors often tell their students to look ahead on the road rather than focussing on dangers nearby, or you tend to steer that direction. We find similar advice in the Lord’s Sermon on the Mount. Pastor Greg Laurie highlights this time-tested counsel Jesus gives us about the worries and cares that keep us from focusing where we should, on Him. Support the show: https://harvest.or...

Worries seem to stick to us like glue. But Pastor Greg Laurie says God wants us to let go of them. He says we need to give our burdens to God because what troubles us, concerns God. He cares. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some people wonder if those who’ve gone to heaven are watching us from the heavenly grandstands. We do know for sure that Jesus Christ is watching us, and that should be the greatest motivation for running the race of life. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There will be singing in heaven, and I think one of the reasons for the unbridled worship in heaven is because now we know all things, all of our questions are answered, all of our pain is removed, all of our tears are dry. Pastor Greg Laurie points out what we’ll be doing in heaven, influenced by the gratitude and praise that spring up from within us. Support the show: https://harvest.org/r...

We all like to watch the story of someone who discovers they have superpowers, like Superman, or Wonder Woman, or whoever the character might be. Pastor Greg Laurie says, when we get to heaven, we’ll be the same person we are today, only better, much better, a radically upgraded version of ourselves. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Pastor Greg Laurie points out the bondage we experience when we fix our eyes on the lures of this world rather than on the glory of the next. He encourages us to constantly be seeking and thinking about heaven. Instead of being heavenly-minded, we’re to be earth-bound. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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...

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...

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 inf...

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 omnys...

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...

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 in...

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...