Pastor Greg Laurie offers some interesting insights on the Last Days. The future may be better than you even imagined. Have you ever heard the expression, ’Oh, it was just like heaven on earth'? Maybe it was a beautiful sunset you saw. It was like heaven on earth. Well, one day it is going to be heaven on earth. Heaven and earth are going to merge together. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 26, 2020•17 min
Many confuse the Rapture and the Second Coming, some thinking its two names for the same thing. Pastor Greg Laurie clarifies explaining that the Rapture is when Jesus comes for His people; the second Coming when He returns again with His people. You’re going to have that holy land experience, but you’re not going to do it in a bus. You’re going to do it with the Lord Himself. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 25, 2020•18 min
The Antichrist is a fake Jesus Christ. The way he fools people is through peace. The Bible says, ’Through peace, he will deceive many.’ But then people will realize how evil he actually is. Pastor Greg Laurie warns about the Beast, the blasphemer, the evil one, who will carry out Satan’s bidding during the End Times. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 24, 2020•17 min
Pastor Greg Laurie is sharing about the Harvest Crusades. For over 30 consecutive years, these have been mid-year / summertime events in Southern California, but also reaching the rest of the U.S & the world. Everything is different this year with the pandemic, yet God calls us to share Christ even in the midst of challenges. The venue is secondary? A RUSH OF HOPE is coming in early September, spring time for us in Australia. It’s a cinematic on-line event coming to a screen near you. For al...
Aug 23, 2020•24 min
When will this all be over? Life has been so abnormal amidst the current pandemic, so much so that it’s become obvious that normal will be some kind of new normal. Regardless, God still has a plan for our lives that transcends the here and now. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us look at the present in light of our future. Maybe what we see is evidence that God’s plan is moving ahead in front of our eyes. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Aug 20, 2020•18 min
Is there a Last Days aspect to the current pandemic? Many people are beginning to wonder if Covid-19 is not a sign of the End Times. Has it been a wake-up call for you? Pastor Greg Laurie provides some good encouragement, saying we can freak out, or we can look up, because Jesus said, ’When you see these things begin to happen, look up for your redemption is drawing near’. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 19, 2020•16 min
ENCORE BROADCAST: More on the story of Extraordinary Heroism, Sacrificial Love, and a Race against Time. Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author Jon Erwin on the riveting story of his own grandfather, WWII hero, Henry 'Red' Erwin, who was on a routine mission to Koriyama, Japan, when a bomb erupted in his face onboard a B29 Superfortress. Be encouraged by Red’s dedication to God. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 18, 2020•24 min
Encore Broadcast: Pastor Greg Laurie invites author Jon Erwin to tell the riveting story of the heroism display by his grandfather who was on a routine mission to Koriyama, Japan, when a bomb erupted in his face onboard a B29 Super fortress. It’s a story of heroism and dedication to God. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 17, 2020•21 min
No man can take fire into his lap and not be burned? And that’s what lust is like. ’Oh, I can control this.’ ’This won’t get the best of me.’ Beware. Pastor Greg Laurie warns us of the destructive power of lust, and how to keep it from invading and igniting our lives. The best way to overcome lust and protect your mind is to fill it with something better. Cultivate your relationship with Jesus Christ. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Aug 16, 2020•16 min
The Bible tells us God is love. Yes, He’s loving, but First John 4:8 says God IS love. And it says, 'He who does not love does not know God. . .' So it should come as no surprise that hatred is not a part of God’s plan for believers? Pastor Greg Laurie addresses the hatred we see around us in our culture. What are we as believers to do? (And a word to parents - the content of today’s study may be a little too strong for younger ears). Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystud...
Aug 13, 2020•19 min
Statistics show that the age most kids start to turn away from their faith is the age of 13. Pastor Greg Laurie offers insights on family matters, and how to pass the baton of faith to the next generation. It’s a parent’s job to work with them, explain faith to them, and help prepare them for the real world. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 12, 2020•19 min
Pastor Greg Laurie speaks about the challenge of parenting, and the Lord’s command to treat parents with respect and honour. It’s very easy to critique a parent until you become a parent. And then, a lot of the things you said critically, you realise were actually them doing their job right. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 11, 2020•20 min
We make time for those things that are important to us. What about taking one day off out of seven to rest and recharge. Do we have time for that? Pastor Greg Laurie says if we honor the Lord and say, ’I’m taking this day, Sunday, the Lord’s Day. I’m going to worship with my family. We’re going to spend time together. I’m going to disconnect from all the things that distract me,’ then whatever we’re doing, God will bless us for that. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudi...
Aug 10, 2020•18 min
Some people text, ’OMG...OMG...OMG, I just had the most amazing burger. OMG!’ Wait, do you really mean to invoke the name of the most high God for your burger?!' Using the Lord’s name in an empty, insincere, or frivolous way is what the Bible calls ’taking the Lord’s name in vain’. Pastor Greg Laurie underscores the third of the 10 Commandments. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 09, 2020•18 min
Pastor Greg Laurie says we need to remember God is God, and we’re not. The idea’s not to change God into our image, but to change ourselves into His image and not turn this around. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 06, 2020•19 min
Pastor Greg Laurie wants us to be warned about modern-day idols. These days? Yes. He says an idol is anyone or anything that takes the place of God in your life. So, what do you get really excited about? What gets you fired up? What are you passionate about, what do you think about the most, dream about as you fall asleep in your bed, or perhaps even scheme for? Because that is your god. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 05, 2020•16 min
What do you think about the most? What do you dream about and plan for? What are you passionate about? That is your god. Pastor Greg Laurie says making the Lord God your God is the pathway to a settled contentment. Greg Laurie says if you will put God first in your life, on the authority of Scripture, everything else will fall into its rightful place. It’s important to put Him first. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 04, 2020•18 min
More on the story of Extraordinary Heroism, Sacrificial Love, and a Race against Time. Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author Jon Erwin on the riveting story of his own grandfather, WWII hero, Henry 'Red' Erwin, who was on a routine mission to Koriyama, Japan, when a bomb erupted in his face onboard a B29 Superfortress. Be encouraged by Red’s dedication to God. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 04, 2020•24 min
Pastor Greg Laurie invites author Jon Erwin to tell the riveting story of the heroism display by his grandfather who was on a routine mission to Koriyama, Japan, when a bomb erupted in his face onboard a B29 Superfortress. It’s a story of heroism and dedication to God. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 02, 2020•23 min
A recent survey found that 14% of Americans can name the Ten Commandments. By comparison, a quarter of them can name the seven ingredients in a Big Mac. We tend to remember those things that are important to us, those things we hear about repeatedly. Pastor Greg Laurie highlights the importance of spending time with the Ten Commandments written to help us know right from wrong. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 30, 2020•19 min
Your brain is filled with all kinds of trivia, your favorite song lyrics, lines out of movies, ads. Can you memorise John 3:16? A blessing is promised to the person who both reads and keeps the Word. Repeatedly, God invites us to internalise the truth of Scripture. Pastor Greg Laurie says our minds are hardwired to remember what we hear. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 29, 2020•19 min
Many tend to think of the here and now. God, in contrast, thinks more of the by and by. While we think about what will make us happy in the moment, God’s more interested in what will make us holy. Pastor Greg Laurie points out the Lord wants us to choose the kind of joy that will follow us into eternity. God’s end game is to make us more like Jesus because heaven is a prepared place for prepared people. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Jul 28, 2020•21 min
Motive without motion is meaningless. There can come a time in your life when it’s time to move instead of praying further. You’ve prayed enough. Now it’s time to take action. Pastor Greg Laurie helps us put feet to our prayers when the Lord is saying, ’Okay, whatever. Start walking!’ Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 27, 2020•20 min
Are you facing hardship right now? When you’re facing an impossible situation and then it gets worse, it’s important to stop and cry out to God. The Lord invites us to come to Him when we’re at the end of our rope. Pastor Greg Laurie says that’s where hope is found, and God hears our prayers. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 26, 2020•20 min
Pastor Greg Laurie reassures us that God’s forgiveness is complete forgiveness. He says God has taken His delete key to your sin and removed it as far as the east is from the west. We must stop dragging things up again. He forgives your sin and forgets your sin. We should not choose to remember what God has chosen to forget. This is what it means to 'apply the blood'. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 23, 2020•18 min
Instead of trying to forgive yourself, understand the power and completeness of God’s forgiveness that was purchased for you by the blood of Jesus Christ! Pastor Greg Laurie says His blood washed our sins away. It was Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross that made our forgiveness possible. Stop trying to forgive yourself. It’s time to apply the blood instead. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 22, 2020•20 min
'Put God first in all things and He will bless you in all things.' That’s the wisest plan for our walk with God. But Pastor Greg Laurie is concerned that, many times, we don’t put God first, and then we’re surprised when our lives bottom out. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2020•20 min
Our spiritual adversary is relentless, and he won’t stop tempting us even after we become believers. We have to say to the enemy, ’You get nothing, zero! And I don’t want you in my life anymore. I’m done with you, you can leave now, goodbye! Get behind me, Satan, and go away.’' Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2020•20 min
Instead of asking ’Can I do this and still be a Christian?’, the better question would be, ’Since I am a Christian, what can I do to get closer to God?’ Pastor Greg Laurie invites us be fully committed to Him. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 19, 2020•21 min
Eeyore from the ’Winnie the Pooh’ books, was an old grey donkey with a sour disposition, pessimistic, complaining, and discontented. Many people had a streak of this during quarantine, but some just bring a dark cloud of hostility with them everywhere they go. Pastor Greg Laurie points out that this could very well be evidence of a spiritually hardened heart. Learn to spot the syndrome and where to find the cure. Support the show: https://harvest.org/resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Jul 16, 2020•19 min
