A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Pastor Greg Laurie says God does not play hide and seek. There’s no mystery, just a whole lot of misunderstanding. He wants to reveal His purposes and plans and actually lead us more than we want to be led. It’s His desire to disclose His will, not keep it a big secret. 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. Pastor Greg Laurie points out we should be prepared to 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.

The best defense is a good offense! Temptation is universal, and we are all affected. Pastor Greg Laurie says that when we allow ourselves to get out of God’s will, away from godly people, godly places and doing godly things, it is then that we set ourselves up for a fall. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie points out healthy, growing Christians are sometimes the favourite targets of our spiritual adversary. If you are indeed progressing in the Christian life, you are going to come into the cross-hairs of the Devil. If you find yourself being harassed and tempted, that may be an indication you’re on the right track. Stay strong! Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources...

Pastor Greg Laurie says receive the comfort of God, so you can one day pass it on to others. You comfort with the comfort you’ve been comforted with. So perhaps the hardships of today are preparing you for greater opportunities tomorrow? Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trials. We all have them. What matters is finding a way to remember that God is still in control of our lives and that He’s going to work it out for His glory and our good ultimately. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You want to be a growing Christian, right? God will allow trials in your life so you will grow up spiritually. There’s is a silver lining to the dark cloud of trials. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us to realise trials make us strong, & to recognize the benefits. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie points out that church is not so much something we attend, but something we choose to be a part of. We shouldn’t come to church like the consumer going to the theatre, but like the congregant wanting to glorify God. When we come to the church because we have something to bring to the table, our God-given gifts, we’ll discover the joy of serving. Blessed to be a bless...

Pastor Greg Laurie points out how every believer should be a mirror that reflects the person of Jesus Christ. People are not just looking at the worship team, they’re looking at you, & asking ’Is this real, is this authentic? Are these people for real, or are they crazy?!’ Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you unplugged from church? Pastor Greg Laurie says don’t unplug from your source of encouragement and support. You need the Church, and the Church needs you. It’s important to be the church. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie says, so many times, we approach prayer as if we’re placing a takeout order. '’Alright, Lord, let’s just get to it. How are you doin’? Love you. Amen. Okay, here’s what I need.’ ? Right? But Jesus taught us this: ’Pray our Father who art in heaven hallowed by your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven&rsq...

Prayer can chase our worries away, and vice versa. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us control the chase. Prayer is a way by which God helps us to overcome our anxiety and worry. It’s been said if your knees are shaking, kneel on them. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes we may feel as though God hears our prayer more in the sanctuary than He hears them in the mall or at the beach, while driving or walking down the street. The main thing is, pray! God hears our prayers no matter where we are. And Pastor Greg Laurie says we need to pray without ceasing. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many people say they can’t memorise because it’s too hard. But Pastor Greg Laurie says we memorise things all the time - commercial jingles, for example, and lyrics to songs, by exposure to it. So, we are to do the same with God’s Word, and commit Scripture to memory. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie reinforces our need to make God’s Word a central part of who we are, to read the Bible as if our life depends on it, because it does. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie urges us to choose the best which comes from God, not the second best that often grabs for our attention, and seems more interesting than spiritual things. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor Greg Laurie says make sure your focus is in the right place. Don’t build your foundation on a person, or a pastor, don’t build it on a church, but build it on Christ and you’ll stand the test of time. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to see your prayers answered in the affirmative, don’t give up! Pastor Greg Laurie reminds us, the Lord says 'keep asking, keep seeking, and keep knocking' and pray with passion. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Someone has said worry is the advanced interest you pay on troubles that seldom come. An old Swedish proverb says ’worry gives a small thing a big shadow’. What shadow is looming over you right now? Pastor Greg Laurie tackles the problem of worry and anxiety. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of real Christmas trees decorated homes this past Christmas. And millions of Christmas trees became kindling not long after. There’s a spiritual parallel, right there. Pastor Greg Laurie points out how to keep our faith from drying out and outlines some practical pointers on effective evangelism. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

We’ve all been given The Great Commission. But some are apprehensive. Today Pastor Greg Laurie urges us to share the hope we have in Christ ? but with a twist. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there’s a war raging, and someone mistakenly stumbles into the middle of it, the warriors don’t suddenly stop and say, ’Hey, wait a minute, fellas. This guy isn’t part of it. Let’s wait ’til he gets outa the way!’ No, people who stumble into battle unaware often get caught in the crossfire. Pastor Greg Laurie wants to make sure that doesn’t happen...

When we find ourselves falling back into old sins we thought were a part of our past, that’s when we’ve lost sight of the basics. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us shore up the foundation of our walk with the Lord and see that our lives suffer when we overlook the fundamentals. Be encouraged to go back to the very beginning, the Bible! Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omn...

Ever felt that God let you down? You may have said ’I don’t understand this. I’m hurting. This doesn’t make sense.’ And that’s okay. Pastor Greg Laurie points out God can make Himself very real to us in times when our minds are just swirling with questions. It’s good to ask ’why God?’ Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystu...

It’s been said that man can live 40 days without food, 3 days without water, 8 minutes without air, and about 1 second without hope. So what is your hope in? Pastor Greg Laurie points out that when we place our hope in our God, His hopes for us begin to take shape! 'I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, they’re thoughts of peace, not of evil, to give you a future...