A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Jonah was the reluctant prophet who ran from God. Friday, Pastor Greg Laurie has a message for reluctant believers who are running from God. Listen to this important edition of A NEW BEGINNING for a look at how God grants second chances to those who return to Him.

When the consequences of our sin don't show up right away, some think they've gotten away with it! Thursday on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to the story of Jonah for a look at how sin's consequences are always a downward spiral. A good warning to the wise coming today.

"Daniel in the Lion's Den" . . . sometimes we think of it as a great children's story but miss the practical significance for our lives. Today, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us how to emulate the no-compromise convictions of Daniel, and how to stand firm in the face of persecution.

Daniel was a man of integrity. And yet he wound up in a den of persecution: a literal lion's den. Today, Pastor Greg Laurie gives us guidance on how to handle the times of persecution in our own lives. It's good encouragement based on one of the greatest stories ever told.

One king had a dream that troubled him . . . another king saw a disembodied hand writing on the wall. What was God trying to tell these men? Pastor Greg Laurie brings us these remarkable stories and the lessons we learn about pride and self-importance.

Why are we here on this earth? Is it to find joy and fulfillment? Pastor Greg Laurie answers that question by helping us look at the lives of two Old Testament kings, side-by-side. It's important insight for everyone who wonders what life is all about.

Pastor Greg Laurie says each of us has opportunities to compromise our stand before God. Pastor Greg introduces us to three young men who stood their ground without compromise, even when it meant certain death. It's good inspiration to stand our ground.

How can we stay cool in the midst of fiery trials? Pastor Greg Laurie answers that question in a part of his series, "The Greatest Stories Ever Told," we'll study the example of three Hebrew teens who faced fiery persecution for their faith.

How much would you be willing to suffer so a friend or loved one might come to Christ? Pastor Greg Laurie says sometimes God uses our sufferings to reach the unsaved around us. It's a lesson on developing a more eternal perspective.

When a friend or family member faces a terrible tragedy, what's the best way to respond? What are the right words in a time like that? Pastor Greg Laurie addresses that today. Listen for special insight on how to reach out to those around us who are suffering.

Our enemy is a supernatural foe with tremendous power and resource. Pastor Greg Laurie says we're no match against the Devil . . . but the Devil is no match against our GOD! Today, we'll see how the power of prayer can cripple our enemy's assaults.

All around us, we see tragedy, we see pain, we see destruction. Sometimes it's hard to make sense of our world. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see where God is in the midst of our spiritual uncertainties.

Esther was a woman who was used of God by being in the right place at the right time. Maybe God has you "at the right place and at the right time" this very minute. Pastor Greg Laurie shows us what can happen when willing hearts unite with the sovereign plan and provision of God.

Often, when we look back on our lives, we can see God's hand was guiding us. Pastor Greg Laurie says maybe God has brought you through everything you've experienced "for such a time as this." We'll study Esther's example to see if, perhaps, God has you at a crossroads right now and is ready to use you in a big way.

Could it be that all your experiences, everything you've learned, even all your suffering, has brought you to this moment "for such a time as this"? Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see how God has fine-tuned our lives to equip us for specific service for His Kingdom.

Pastor Greg Laurie says there may be some undiscovered gift or talent lying just below the surface of your life. How do you find it? Listen today for the answer. We'll see how Esther was able to serve God in a remarkable, unpredictable way. Learn from her example.

Pastor Greg Laurie says, before we consider personal evangelism, we have to consider personal revival! Today, we'll see how God's love should be active IN us before it moves THROUGH us. We'll look inward then outward.

There are principles that must be respected in any building project. And Pastor Greg Laurie says there are principles involved in building our lives of faith, as well. Today, we'll look to Nehemiah's re-building of the walls of Jerusalem and find precepts for building a strong Christian life.

The good news of the gospel is like a cure for a terminal disease. Pastor Greg Laurie says, after we've discovered it ourselves, we need to tell others about it! Today, practical insight on the value of sharing the "Good News in a Bad World."

Our culture, it seems, has tried to squeeze God out. Pastor Greg Laurie says it's time for believers to lead the way . . . the way BACK to the Lord! Today, we'll see how we can play a part in influencing our generation.

To wind up at the place you want to go, you have to take the right road. Pastor Greg Laurie is concerned so many are on the wrong road, and may be surprised where it's leading. Today, we'll see how to get on the road that leads to God.

So many have a thirst for "more" . . . more things, more money, more power, more pleasure. Pastor Greg Laurie shows us that thirst is really spiritual. He points out it's actually a thirst for God. We'll learn how to quench that thirst.

The gospel is a simple message . . . and it's a gift that's free. Pastor Greg Laurie says some people wonder, "What's the catch?" Today, we'll see how to share the message that some think is too good to be true.

It's often been pointed out that God created us with a longing that only He can satisfy. But many people often try to quench that longing with things that DON'T satisfy. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see how we can point those people to the Living Water.

Pastor Greg Laurie is concerned that some people are trying to live in two different worlds. They want God's blessings but also want the things of the world. Today we'll see the danger in walking the fence. Be prepared to "choose you this day whom you will serve."

Like a scene from an old western, Elijah faced-off with hundreds of godless prophets a classic showdown between good evil. Today, the curtain rises on that epic drama. Pastor Greg Laurie shows us the courage of Elijah and how we need to follow in his sandals. Listen to this message called "The Battle of the Gods."

The Bible warns that if we sow the wind we'll reap the whirlwind. Yet some seem to choose that course. Today, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us how Solomon had a time of reckless abandon, and found it futile and tragic. We'll see what we can learn from his mistakes.

In their pursuit of happiness, so many chase after things that don't satisfy. Pastor Greg Laurie says such was the wanton life of King Solomon, until he found what life is really all about. Today, we'll drink from the well of Solomon's wisdom and learn from his pain. Listen for life-changing insight.

If the pathway you've walked has ever taken you off the "straight and narrow" and you're wondering how to make things right, Pastor Greg Laurie has some good counsel. We'll look at the sin of David and Bathsheba and discover there's a way to find forgiveness and restoration.

The fires of lust have burned holes in the integrity of so many. Pastor Greg Laurie shows us there's a way to extinguish those fires before it's too late. He continues his series "The Greatest Stories Ever Told" with a candid look at the most infamous sin David ever committed.