Greg Laurie: A New Beginning
Religion & Spirituality
About
Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face—from marriage and family to evangelism and purpose—while emphasizing the saving power of the gospel. With humor and cultural insight, he shows how to apply God’s Word in everyday life and strengthen your walk with Christ. He is the senior pastor of Harvest Church, with campuses located in California and Hawaii, a renowned evangelist, bestselling author, and inspiration for the 2023 “Jesus Revolution” film. He is also the founder and leader of Harvest Crusades, large-scale evangelistic events that share the gospel with thousands in stadiums worldwide. Learn more about Past...
Episodes
- Jesus and the Mother Who Wouldn't Give Up | Sunday Message
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses staying focused on Jesus and having faith during hardship. He provides encouragement and guidance on these topics. The episode also mentions Harvest Partner for supporting their mission.
- What Moms Want for Mother's Day: A Special Interview
In this episode of A New Beginning, Greg Laurie, Cathe Laurie, Brittni Laurie, and Tiffany Velasquez discuss what mothers want for Mother's Day. They address how families can express gratitude and the challenges mothers face, with an empha…
- Staying Cool When Things Get Hot | Trust the Creator
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses trusting God through difficulties, encouraging listeners to follow a scriptural example of faith. He emphasizes relying on God's power to overcome challenges.
- Staying Cool When Things Get Hot | Turning Pain Into Prayer
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie shares encouragement on how to navigate difficulties by turning to prayer. He emphasizes focusing on faith and drawing closer to God during challenging moments.
- Jesus & The Person Who Is Afraid | Courage Over Compromise
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie discusses courage in faith and avoiding compromise. He encourages listeners to stand firm in their beliefs and share the message of eternal life.
- Jesus & The Person Who Is Afraid | Strength for the Fearful
Pastor Greg Laurie explores how to overcome anxiety through faith, drawing on biblical examples to provide strength for the fearful. He discusses finding courage through God, similar to a reluctant warrior in the Old Testament.
- Wrestling with God | The Illusion of Control
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses Jacob's wrestling match with God, drawing parallels to human attempts to control one's destiny. The episode explores themes of divine sovereignty and finding one's place in God's plan, as presented on "A New Be…
- No Good Excuses: Why We Say No to God | Sunday Message
Pastor Greg Laurie examines why people make excuses and say no to God, tracing the origin of excuses back to Adam in Genesis. He suggests that underneath many excuses is a simple unwillingness.
- Four Words That Can Change Your Marriage
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses God's original design and purpose for marriage. The episode aims to help listeners understand a resilient, God-centered pathway for marriage.
- Wrestling with God | When Wills Collide
Pastor Greg Laurie examines the concept of free will and what occurs when human will conflicts with God's will. He references an Old Testament character's story to illustrate this struggle, as presented on "A New Beginning."
- God Is Now Here | Love That Rescues
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie explores God's plan of redemption and the sacrifice of Jesus. He describes it as the ultimate example of God's love and providence for His children.
- God Is Now Here | He Hears You Even Now
On "A New Beginning," Pastor Greg Laurie explains that God hears prayers and cares for individuals, even when it appears that nothing is happening. He reassures listeners that God is always working on their behalf.
- Jesus & The Great Commission | Faith You Can See
Pastor Greg Laurie explains that the Christian life involves helping people find Jesus and showing them how to follow Him. He compares this to a "how-to" video for spiritual guidance.
- Jesus & The Great Commission | Eternity Is on the Line
Pastor Greg Laurie explores Jesus' Great Commission and the urgency of sharing the Gospel. He addresses fears associated with evangelism, highlighting the eternal stakes involved, and encourages believers to spread the Christian message.
- The Things That Own Us | Sunday Message (Pastor Jonathan Laurie)
In this episode, Pastor Jonathan Laurie explores how fears, discontentment, and the opinions of others can control us. He emphasizes that allowing God to guide our lives brings true freedom.
- Jesus & The Pretender | Betrayed, Tried, and Crucified
This episode covers the betrayal, arrest, unjust trial, and crucifixion of Jesus. Pastor Greg Laurie explains how these events began with betrayal by one of Jesus' own disciples.
- Jesus & The Pretender | The Apostle Who Was a Fraud
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the concept of deceptive individuals, often described as "wolves in sheep's clothing." The episode specifically examines an apostle who was ultimately a fraud within Jesus's inner circle, offering insights on ho…
- Jesus & The Last Days | Insight for the Last Days
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses Jesus and the Last Days, focusing on insights and warnings about God's plan. He emphasizes the importance of heeding these warnings and understanding what is to come. Greg Laurie shares information about the La…
- Jesus & The Last Days | Hope in a Shaking World
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie discusses Jesus and the Last Days. He provides reassurance about God's plan during challenging times, focusing on the concept of Great Tribulation.
- Jesus & The Heart That Grieves | A Glimpse Beyond This Life
Pastor Greg Laurie explores what God has revealed about what happens after death. He offers comforting insights into eternity based on biblical teachings.
- The Lord's Prayer | Sunday Message
Pastor Greg Laurie speaks on The Lord's Prayer, presenting it as a comprehensive model for communication with God. The discussion highlights its importance and meaning.
- I Forgave the Man Who Brutally Tortured Me: Louis Zamperini's Miracle Story
This episode features Louis Zamperini's story, an Olympic athlete and war hero who overcame trauma and rage after encountering Jesus Christ at a Billy Graham crusade. The discussion covers his life transformation.
- Jesus & The Heart that Grieves | From Confusion to Clarity
Pastor Greg Laurie explores how to trust God during times of grief and confusion. He emphasizes finding clarity and hope through a higher perspective when life challenges understanding.
- Jesus & The Mother Who Wouldn’t Give Up | Praying With Confidence
In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie shares insights on praying with confidence, highlighting that prayer is about faith in the Lord rather than luck. He encourages listeners to persist in prayer, reminding them of God's love and guidance.
- Jesus & The Mother Who Wouldn’t Give Up | Trusting the God Who Can
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the concept of faith and trust in God, sharing an inspiring story about a woman whose faith never wavered. This episode encourages listeners during challenging times, drawing parallels to biblical miracles.
- Jesus & The Man Who Needed a 2nd Chance | Avoiding the Pitfalls of Faith
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses a biblical figure, emphasizing how to avoid spiritual pitfalls. The episode explores lessons on faith and behavior, drawing from the life of a key New Testament figure.
- Jesus & The Man Who Needed a 2nd Chance | Grace After the Fall
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the story of an apostle's spiritual failure and the divine mercy he received. The episode discusses how the Lord responded to the apostle's actions with an unexpected and merciful approach.
- What the Resurrection of Jesus Means to You | Sunday Message
In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie explores the meaning of Jesus' resurrection. He discusses its importance for Christian faith, emphasizing themes of new beginnings, forgiveness, and the promise of eternal life.
- Can Jesus' Deity Be Proven Without the New Testament?
In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie interviews J. Warner Wallace, a retired cold-case detective. Wallace investigates the claims of Jesus Christ and discusses if His deity can be proven without the New Testament.
- Jesus and The Open Heart | A Sold‑Out Faith
This episode of A NEW BEGINNING with Pastor Greg Laurie focuses on developing a deep, personal relationship with Jesus. It highlights that Jesus desires individual commitment and to be the top priority in one's life, rather than superficia…
- Jesus and The Open Heart | Letting God In
Pastor Greg Laurie of A NEW BEGINNING discusses the challenges of connecting with God due to a hardened heart. He offers guidance on how to open oneself to faith and overcome skepticism.
- Jesus and The Brokenhearted | Tuned In to Jesus
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie talks about selective hearing and being "tuned in to Jesus," focusing on two individuals. He explores how easily cultural voices can influence beliefs and values.
- Jesus and The Brokenhearted | The Miracle You Need
Pastor Greg Laurie speaks about miracles and divine intervention. He discusses the role of faith in these events and offers encouragement.
- Jesus and The Lonely Man | When We Truly Follow Him
In this episode of A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie discusses following God. He explores how a real walk with God can offer joy, contentment, and help to dispel loneliness and discouragement.
- A Second Chance at Easter | Easter Sunday Message
Pastor Greg Laurie presents an Easter Sunday message, drawing from John 21, about Simon Peter's denial of Jesus and subsequent restoration. The message is for those who have failed or fallen.
- Your Failure Isn't Final: Easter from Simon Peter's Perspective
In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie explores Simon Peter's personal experience with Jesus on the first Easter, focusing on his redemption. The discussion draws from accounts in John 21.
- A New Day Dawning | Because He Conquered the Grave
Pastor Greg Laurie delivers a message on overcoming fear and embracing a fresh perspective during Easter, emphasizing the significance of Jesus conquering the grave. The discussion highlights daily reassurance gleaned from biblical teachin…
- A New Day Dawning | The Day Death Lost
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the Easter message and the concept of death losing its power. He discusses how this offers eternal hope, focusing on themes of new beginnings and spiritual understanding.
- Jesus and The Lonely Man | The Power of True Connection
On A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie explores the significance of having a friendship with Jesus, drawing from John chapter 5. He highlights the blessing of such a connection, noting that strong social support can mitigate various health…
- Jesus and the Moral Man | A Little Jesus Isn’t Enough
Pastor Greg Laurie explains that inviting Jesus into one's life leads to a complete personal transformation. He discusses this concept on "A New Beginning," illustrating how individuals are made new and freed from their past when they trul…
- Jesus and the Moral Man | A Journey Toward Something More
Pastor Greg Laurie explains that Jesus is for everyone, including those who have succeeded and those who have failed. This episode follows one man's journey of faith as he seeks and finds more.
- Only Jesus | Sunday Message
This episode discusses why Jesus is considered the unfailing answer during crises, even when individuals close to you might disappoint. It highlights the steadfastness of faith.
- Chuck Smith on Trusting God in Painful Times (Our Final Interview)
In his final interview, Chuck Smith discusses trusting God and His plan during difficult moments with Pastor Greg Laurie. The episode explores Chuck's life, ministry, and impact.
- Jesus and The Doubter | Even Heroes Had Doubts
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the concept of doubt among believers and biblical figures. He differentiates doubt from unbelief, suggesting that temporary doubt can ultimately strengthen faith.
- Jesus and The Doubter | From Doubt to Strength
Pastor Greg Laurie explores the topic of doubt and faith on "A New Beginning," referencing biblical figures and passages from Matthew. He discusses how challenges can lead to doubt but also to spiritual growth and a stronger faith.
- The Jesus Revolution & Evangelism | Drawn to Christ as We Draw Others
In this episode, Pastor Greg Laurie explores the relationship between knowing God and making Him known, asserting that drawing others to Christ deepens one's own faith. He concludes his series on the Jesus Movement, offering insights on pr…
- The Jesus Revolution & Evangelism | Getting the Message Out
Pastor Greg Laurie of "A New Beginning" discusses the importance of evangelism and sharing the message of Christ. He highlights how modern communication tools can be used to spread this message globally.
- The Jesus Revolution & Evangelism | The Power of Shared Hope
Pastor Greg Laurie explores evangelism and the power of sharing the Gospel. He highlights how the message of God's love can profoundly impact individuals.
- Everybody Needs Jesus! | Sunday Message
In this message from Greg Laurie: A New Beginning, Pastor Greg Laurie preaches on why everyone needs Jesus. Drawing from Luke 8, he discusses two individuals with different problems, highlighting themes of faith, healing, and God's timing.…
- What Is God Like?
Pastor Greg Laurie discusses the nature of God, encouraging listeners to seek answers in scripture rather than relying on others' interpretations. The episode emphasizes knowing God better through personal study of the Word.