Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus wants us to know that forgiveness is a liberator. It has the power to not only change lives, but it also makes us more like Jesus in that He forgave when it made no possible sense, so that we could do the same.
A God-given plan can change everything. In this message, Dr. Tony Evans unpacks how divine strategy turned a hopeless situation into a story of victory—and how the same can happen for you today.
Is the Apostle Peter the true author of 2 Peter? Why is 2 Peter so different from 1 Peter? What are the similarities between 2 Peter and 2 Timothy? Our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, answers these questions and more in this introduction to the New Testament book of 2 Peter.
Ever try to move a couch all by yourself? Oh boy. Suddenly it’s jammed in the doorway, you’re wedged in with it, and it feels like you’re stuck in a sitcom. But if a few friends help out, no one has to lose their sanity. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to a great biblical example of teamwork. Nehemiah wants to rebuild the broken walls of Jerusalem, but he faces serious challenges. Pastor Greg picks up at Nehemiah chapter 2, verse 11. Listen on harvest.org--- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.orgA 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. Support the show: https: //harvest. org/supportSee omnystudio. com/listener for privacy information.
The lesson draws from the story of Adonijah's failed attempt to become king, underscoring the importance of seeking God’s will rather than expecting divine endorsement for personal plans. Unlike Adonijah, who disregards God's intention for Solomon to succeed King David, individuals are urged to align with divine purposes rather than relying solely on their own ambitions. It highlights God's grace, as seen in the choice of Solomon—David and Bathsheba’s son born after their initial sin—as the next king of Israel. Themes of humility, the importance of mercy, and the danger of pride are explored, emphasizing the need to remain humble after receiving grace. This encouragement towards a purposeful and divinely guided life is enriched with historical and biblical contexts.