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A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Vision Christian Mediavision.org.au
Pastor Greg Laurie talks plain truth in a style everyday Aussies can relate to. Using (often funny) stories and straight talk from the Word, he'll help you know God and make Him known. Greg Laurie is Senior Pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California. He began his pastoral ministry at age 19 by leading a Bible study of 30 people. Since then, God has transformed that small group into one of the largest churches in America. In 1990, Greg began holding public evangelistic events called Harvest Crusades. Since that time, more than 4 million people have attended Harvest Crusades across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Ps Greg is the featured speaker of Harvest Ministry's radio program, A New Beginning, heard daily on Vision.
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Episodes

The God Who Suffers - II - 29 December 2020

As Jesus hung from the cross at Calvary, in excruciating pain, it took great effort to speak even a single word. It took great effort even to breathe. And yet he uttered seven final statements, each word carefully chosen, each thought embedded with deep insight. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us examine those final words, and we’ll see they have tremendous meaning for how we live our lives. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 28, 202020 min

The God Who Suffers - I - 28 December 2020

In our culture, VIPs get special treatment. So, what a paradigm shift it is that God’s Son would live a humble life, and die a painful death ? for all for us. Pastor Greg Laurie points out how each detail was carefully chosen long ago by our Heavenly Father. And today we’ll find out why. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 202019 min

Waiting for Christmas - II - 25 December 2020

On behalf of Pastor Greg Laurie and all the team at Vision Christian Media, we want to wish you a very Happy Christmas! There’s such a heightened sense of anticipation today ? for kids, especially. But for all of us, there should be a heightened sense of anticipation for Jesus’ SECOND coming, as well. Pastor Greg takes us back to the very first Christmas. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 24, 202020 min

Waiting for Christmas - I - 24 December 2020

So much talk at this time of year about gifts. Pastor Greg Laurie points out a deep yearning we all have deep down inside? It is not Christmas, its Christ. It’s not merriment, it’s the Messiah. It’s not presents under a tree, but His presence in our lives. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 202019 min

A Messed Up Family Tree - II - 23 December 2020

Not everyone in the Christmas story gets equal billing. Of course, there’s the Christ-child and Mary, and the Shepherds. There’s the Wise Men, evil King Herod, and the innkeeper. But often times, Joseph, who was betrothed to Mary, is barely mentioned. A key decision he made actually put everything in motion in bringing God incarnate to earth. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us to see how Joseph, and other often-overlooked family members, figure in to God’s plan. Support the show: https://harvest.org/re...

Dec 22, 202018 min

A Messed Up Family Tree - I - 22 December 2020

The story of Jesus is not about God helping perfect people, it’s about God saving lost people. At Christmas time, the traditions of the holiday tend to divert our attention from the real reason Christ came. Pastor Greg Laurie points out it is God’s love in action and it reminds us of why Jesus came? to heal broken lives and restore shattered hope. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 21, 202021 min

The Real Message of Christmas - 21 December 2020

Just a few more days left in this tumultuous year. Pastor Greg Laurie points out that the antidote for holiday stress is actually built-in to the reason for the holiday. Over the next few days, we’ll see the real meaning of Christmas and the offer of hope for all of eternity. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 202018 min

Home for Christmas - 18 December 2020

'Make yourself at home.' It’s something we often say to guests. 'Hey, make yourself at home!' And their presence in our homes brings us certain blessings and benefits. Pastor Greg Laurie points out that, when Jesus makes Himself at home in our hearts, we’ll notice. We’ll see what kind of difference it makes in how we live our lives for the Lord. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 17, 202022 min

The Power of One, Part 2 - 17 December 2020

People who attend class reunions are often surprised. Sometimes, the more popular people way back when have lost that prominence, and the prominent people today were the wallflowers years ago. And that’s not really random or accidental. It has to do with the choices they made. Pastor Greg Laurie shows us how the choices we make in how we serve God will affect the here and now, and will also likely affect the hereafter as well. We’ll learn to choose well. Support the show: https://harvest.org/res...

Dec 16, 202019 min

The Power of One, Part 1 - 16 December 2020

The culture’s problems are so varied, and so vast. Who are we to think we can make a difference? Pastor Greg Laurie corrects our thinking. It’s been said, quote, ’I am only one but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do ? and what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.’ One godly man, one godly woman, in the darkest situation can make a big difference! Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Dec 15, 202020 min

Conversation with Eric Metaxas & Greg Laurie - 15 December 2020

History records many dark times of human suffering and tragedy. But God’s people have always brought light into the darkness. Pastor Greg Laurie is with U.S author, radio and TV host, Eric Metaxas as they discuss just what part the Church has played in combating racism, bigotry and slavery. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202019 min

On the Outside Looking In - II - 14 December 2020

Ever had a stain appear on an article of clothing that just would not go away? Sometimes our lives have stains like that, and the embarrassment never goes away. Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to a reassuring story in God’s Word. We’ll see the Lord can treat the stains of our lives. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202021 min

On the Outside Looking In - I - 11 December 2020

The Bible tells us that believers are ambassadors, or representatives of Christ. Each of us is a walking, talking billboard for the Lord. So, what does your billboard say? Pastor Greg Laurie continues his series Water - Fire ? Stone, an inspiring look at the life of Moses. See how Moses actually demonstrated how NOT to behave as one of God’s children, and what happens when angers gets the best of us. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Dec 10, 202018 min

It is All How You Look at Things - II - 10 December 2020

Faith and worry cannot co-exist together. When faith walks in, worry walks out. It’s been said, 'when you trust, you do not worry; and when you worry, you do not trust.' There are so many opportunities for worry in our lives, especially in 2020, yet Pastor Greg Laurie says we have at least as many opportunities to trust God with great faith. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 09, 202021 min

It is All How You Look at Things - I - 9 December 2020

Pastor Greg Laurie offers some good reassurance for the growing tide of challenges that people are facing in 2020. We all face problems, but do we see them in the light of who God is, or look at God in the light of the problems? It’s all depends on how we look at things. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 08, 202019 min

A Blessing for You - II - 8 December 2020

We need God’s grace because we sin every day. Pastor Greg Laurie points out that God’s grace, along with His mercy, keep us from paying the penalty dictated by His justice. Bottom line, justice is getting what we deserve, mercy is not getting what we deserve, grace is getting what we don’t deserve, and grace is God’s unmerited favour! Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 08, 202021 min

A Blessing for You - I - 7 December 2020

God loves to bless you. He is not stingy with His blessing. Jesus said it is your Father’s good pleasure to give to you the Kingdom. So, when we’re mired in the quicksand of trials and tribulations, Pastor Greg Laurie reminds us that God’s blessings are available to us, and they are is independent of our circumstances. It’s all about who you know. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 06, 202021 min

How to Have Friendship with God - II - 4 December 2020

The Lord never advises us to approach His throne gingerly, with reluctance and uncertainty. We’re invited to 'come boldly to the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need'. Pastor Greg Laurie points to the example of Moses who showed us how to approach the Lord with uncommon courage and confidence. Some practical insight on taking our prayer lives to the next level. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Dec 03, 202021 min

How to Have Friendship with God - I - 3 December 2020

Mature believers talk to others about God. And they also talk to God about others. Intercessory prayer is vital. Pastor Greg Laurie continues his series on the life of Moses uncovering the leader’s faithful ministry of intercessory prayer. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 02, 202021 min

The Heart of the Problem - II - 2 December 2020

At various times, we all come down with a case of the 'gimmes' - gimme this, gimme that. And nearly every advertisement feeds that craving. A new car, a new phone, a new outfit. Pastor Greg Laurie points out the biblical reference to coveting goes even beyond the gimmes. 'I don’t just want one...I want YOURS.' And it’s addressed in the 10 Commandments. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 01, 202020 min

The Heart of the Problem - I - 1 December 2020

God hates lying, because He is the source of, and the very personification of, truth. In contrast to Jesus, we have the Devil who’s described in the Bible as the father of lies. So, when we lie, we’re behaving more like children of the enemy. Pastor Greg Laurie says it shows something disturbing about our character. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 30, 202023 min

From Hopelessness to Happiness - II - 30 November 2020

What things are most important in our lives? Our computers probably know, our smartphones have a good idea, and certainly our credit or debit card. What captures our attention, what steals our thoughts? What is it that’s always near the top of our minds? Pastor Greg Laurie points out that idols are anything or anyone that takes our focus off of God, and the Lord recognises the danger and mentions it in His 10 Commandments. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/liste...

Nov 29, 202020 min

From Hopelessness to Happiness - I - 27 November 2020

Can you name the 10 Commandments? ?Does it matter? Why do we have to know them? I mean, it’s not like they’re written in stone. Well? then again ... Pastor Greg Laurie invites us to learn the Ten Commandments, and learn them well, to internalise them, because they’re not obsolete, they’re absolute. And if we keep these Commandments, we’ll be happy people. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 26, 202021 min

How to Have a Happy Thanksgiving - II - 26 November 2020

Raised voices usually reflect passion, enthusiasm, verve. We’ll shout at our favourite sports team, the television set, or each other. But how often do we shout to the Lord with a voice of triumph? Pastor Greg Laurie urges us to reflect that sentiment to God and verbalize our praise to Him. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 202021 min

How to Have a Happy Thanksgiving - I - 25 November 2020

It’s important to have an attitude of gratitude. Pastor Greg Laurie points out it’s important at all times of the year, even for us here in Australia. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 202019 min

This is Your Wake-Up Call - II - 24 November 2020

Are you being shaken right now by God? The coronavirus, what has happened in our economy, the social upheaval ? Like a fire alarm rouses us from sleep, Pastor Greg Laurie says we need to respond to the alarms all around us, and wake-up. God is saying, ’Turn to me. Look to me.’ Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202021 min

This is Your Wake-Up Call - I - 23 November 2020

God has not called us to isolate, He’s called us to infiltrate. He’s called us to permeate and to saturate our culture with the truth of the Gospel. Pastor Greg Laurie points out the need for spiritual renewal and how believers are called into service. He may be addressing the U.S specifically, but it is a timely message for all, even us here Australia. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 22, 202020 min

The Secret to Being a World Changer ? II - 20 November 2020

A good description of the Christian life is 'long obedience in the same direction.' It can be rewarding at times, daunting at times. It can remind us how weak we are in and of ourselves, but where we are weak, He is strong! Pastor Greg Laurie brings the finale of his inspiring series called World Changers and gets very practical. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 19, 202021 min
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