Greg Laurie: A New Beginning

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No One Is Beyond the Reach of God | Sunday Message Nov 14, 2021

Show notes

How does one go from being an enemy of the Christian faith to one of its key evangelists? In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie surveys the most stunning conversion in the book of Acts—when Saul came to faith.

Notes

God gives us absolutes for our own protection.

Religion can turn you from God.

God promises that His Word will not return void.

“Saul was uttering threats with every breath.” —Acts 9:1

Jesus is the only Way to God because the Bible says so!

Only Jesus was qualified to bridge the gap between a Holy God and sinful man.

We are not people of “a way” or even “a better way,” but “the only way.”

Saul not only heard Jesus; Saul also saw Jesus!

What were the goads Saul was kicking against?

The arguments, life, and death of Stephen.
The spread of the gospel and the response of the believers.

The gospel is: “The power of God unto salvation to everyone that believes.”

“May your money be destroyed with you.” —Acts 8:20

Be thankful for what God has given you!

True repentance will result in a changed course in life.

Two men placed side by side in Scripture: Simon and Saul.

Simon wanted power and fame.

Saul had power, fame, and influence and fought with Jesus, but ultimately Saul believed.

Paul said two things to Jesus:

“Who are You, and what do You want me to do?"

Scripture Referenced

Ephesians 4:31–32
Isaiah 55:11
Acts 26:11
James 2:19–20
John 2:23–24
2 Corinthians 7:10

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Classic Interview: Heaven, Happiness, and Hope with Randy Alcorn Nov 13, 2021

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In this episode, we're revisiting Pastor Greg Laurie’s substantial interview with bestselling author and speaker, Randy Alcorn. They discuss the celebration of Thanksgiving for every Christian, tackle questions about Heaven and eternity, and look at the topic of happiness in relation to the Christian life.

You’ll hear answers to questions such as:

What do we actually have to be thankful for?
What can Christians expect when they go to Heaven?
Will we wear clothes in Heaven?
Does belief in an afterlife change how we live today?

Randy reminds us, “If your hope is in yourself, or your hope is in the economy, or stock market and your retirement plan, and your hope is always being healthy or wealthy or whatever, those things are not a solid or firm foundation for hope. Jesus Christ is the source of hope.”

Randy Alcorn is a New York Times bestselling author of more than 50 books, including Heaven. He is the founder and director of Eternal Perspective Ministries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching biblical truth and drawing attention to the needy and how to help them.

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The Refreshing Power of Prayer: Fundamentals of the Christian Life Nov 12, 2021

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We’ve all had moments of relief when an annoying problem is finally solved. We remove that little rock from our shoe. Or we clean the bird dropping off our windshield. Or someone finally shuts off that incessant car alarm. What a relief! It’s refreshing. Well currently here on A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie is highlighting a number of spiritual issues where many of us could use some refreshment. It’s foundational insight on the fundamentals of the Christian life. Glad you’re along.

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A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

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The Refreshing Power of Prayer: Refreshing Reassurance Nov 11, 2021

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When we think about sitting down, we might think that’s pretty relaxing. But if you’re sitting in traffic, not so much. If you’re sitting in the doctor’s office, you might be fearing bad news. Many are fearful of sitting on an airplane. But is God feeling fear or tension as He sits on His throne? No. Today on A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us tap into God’s state of mind through the power of prayer. He invites us to taste of the refreshing reassurance of a heavenly point of view.

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How to Glorify God When You’re Worried Nov 06, 2021

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In this powerful snippet, Pastor Greg Laurie offers us some practical advice on worry. He recommends we glorify God at every opportunity. Be encouraged with this word!

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God’s Answer to Fear, Anxiety & Worry: Giving Our Worries to God Nov 04, 2021

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In the stillness of the night, we hear things . . . the faucet dripping, a dog barking in the distance, a car going down the road. We also think about things. It’s often when worry moves into our minds and sets up shop for the night. What if . . . how come . . . if only . . . why didn’t I...? How can we get worry to pack it up and be on its way? Today on A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us put our worries to bed, so we can get back to sleep.

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A Life Well-Lived | Sunday Message Oct 31, 2021

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What are you really passionate about? What motivates you? In this Sunday morning episode, Pastor Greg Laurie gives us a potent example of living wholeheartedly to know God and make Him known. Discover the key to a well-lived life!

Notes

The priorities of the early church were prayer, Bible study, and evangelism.

When God is working, Satan will always be attacking.

Happiness is not found in looking for self-fulfillment but self-denial.

An early death means an early crown.

1. Stephen was well-respected.

Integrity and character are what you are in the dark.

2. Stephen was full of faith and the Holy Spirit.

To be filled with the Holy Spirit means to be controlled by the Holy Spirit.

3. Stephen was filled with wisdom.

4. Stephen was faithful in the little things.

You can never be too small for God to use, only too big!

5. Stephen looked for opportunities and seized them.

“But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit.” —Acts 6:55

When You obey God, He will fill you with the Spirit.

“And they cast him out of the city and stoned him.” —Acts 7:58

God gave Stephen the grace he needed when he needed it.

As Stephen stood for Jesus on Earth, Jesus stood for Stephen in Heaven!

The Bible promises a believer will enter Christ’s presence immediately following death.

“Teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts to wisdom.” —Psalm 90:12

“Don’t let the excitement of youth cause you to forget your Creator.” —Ecclesiastes 12:1

1. For the Christian walking in the will of God, death will come at the appointed time.

2. The Christian does not have to fear death.

Sleep is only used to describe death for the Christian, not the non-Christian.

3. In Heaven, all our questions will be answered.

4. God can bring good out of the worst kind of bad.

Stephen’s life was short, but it was full.

Stephen went to Heaven.

Where will you go when you die?

Scripture Referenced

1 Timothy 3:7
Galatians 5:22–23
John 3:20
Proverbs 11:25
Hebrews 4:16
2 Corinthians 5:8

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The Best Is Yet to Come: From Tragedy to Triumph Oct 28, 2021

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So many of us like to get to the end of a movie and see that the people lived “happily ever after.” Some will flip to the end of a book to see if the people lived happily ever after. Well, today on A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie directs us to the end of the Bible, and, yes indeed, in many respects, we live happily ever after. Even after all the turmoil of the End Times and the Tribulation, we’ll get a glimpse today of what life will be like as we spend eternity in the presence of the Lord.

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Heaven on Earth: Together at Last Oct 25, 2021

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Some believers think, when they go to heaven, that’s their permanent address change. Golden streets forever. Well, yes... and no. Today on A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us clearly from Scripture that, when the time is right, God will bring heaven down to earth. Heaven and earth will combine . . . conflate . . . commingle . . . conjoin. You’re probably thinking of some questions right now, aren’t you? Well, Pastor Greg has a lot of insight coming your way. Glad you’re listening.

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Encore: Why We Should Be Studying the Book of Revelation | Special Interview Oct 16, 2021

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The person who reads, hears, and keeps the words of Revelation will be blessed in a special way. That alone is reason enough to study this book and learn all we can from it, isn’t it?

In an exclusive interview, Pastor Greg Laurie talks about his new book, Revelation: A Book of Promises. With special guest Yves Le Sieur they will touch on several topics: