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If you want to be successful in the Christian life, you must have a mind full of God’s Word. Refresh your mind with it daily, right here. Each day, you'll receive a verse and commentary from Pastor Greg Laurie, who offers biblical insight through humor, personal stories, and cultural commentary. Start listening and hear what God has to say to you. 

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All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.

If you want to be successful in the Christian life, you must have a mind full of God&rsquo;s Word. Refresh your mind with it daily, right here. Each day, you'll receive a verse and commentary from&nbsp;<a href="https://harvest.org/about-greg-laurie/">Pastor Greg Laurie</a>, who offers biblical insight through humor, personal stories, and cultural commentary. Start listening and hear what God has to say to you.&nbsp;
*The audio production of this podcast utilizes Generative AI technology.&nbsp;This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.

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Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions

Because of your unfailing love, I can enter your house; I will worship at your Temple with deepest awe. Psalm 5:7 NLT

“Lord, How Long?” | Psalm 5:7

“Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.” (1 Peter 3:15 NLT)

 

Years ago, I encountered a man on a street in Hawaii. He was holding a sign that read, “The wages of sin is death.” He was also yelling, “God hates you” and “God will judge you” to everyone who passed by. I watched him for a few minutes until I could no longer leave his misrepresentation of Scripture unchallenged.

“Excuse me,” I said. “Why don’t you share the rest of that verse? It’s true that it says the wages of sin is death, but the rest of it says that the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

The man responded by telling me that God was going to judge me. Then he continued misrepresenting God’s Word.

Make no mistake: Judgment can and will come to those who reject the Lord. But if that’s our only message to the world, we’re not doing the gospel justice. Because at the center of the gospel is a message of hope. The apostle Peter wrote, “If someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it” (1 Peter 3:15 NLT).

So, let’s explain it. Jesus Christ took the judgment of God on the cross of Calvary in our place so we don’t have to face it. Everyone who believes in Him will be saved from judgment because of God’s mercy.

As we wrap up our look at the greatest revival in human history, I will remind you that God spared Nineveh. God extended mercy to Nineveh. And as a result, a spiritual awakening occurred in Nineveh. The people of Nineveh seized on the hope in Jonah’s message and believed.

If God could bring a mighty revival in Nineveh with no better representative than Jonah and no more gospel than he preached in their streets, He can surely do the same thing for America. Jesus validated the story of Jonah. He said that just as Jonah was in the belly of a fish for three days, He, the Son of God, would be crucified on a cross, lie dead for three days, and then rise again. That’s why believers have hope.

Jesus endured God’s judgment for your sin. He suffered and died in your place. And He did it as part of God’s plan. God loves you so much that He sacrificed His only Son so that you might have eternal life.

As we celebrate 250 years of God’s blessings on our nation, I want to make sure that you have something greater to celebrate. Have you asked Christ to come into your life? Have you asked Him to forgive you of your sins? Do you have the hope right now that you will go to Heaven when you die? If not, you can have it. Pray these words: Lord Jesus, I know that I’m a sinner. I’m sorry for my sin. I’ve turned from it, and now I choose to follow You from this moment forward. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.

 

Reflection question: What would you say if someone asked you about the hope you have as a believer? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship!

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All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.

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&ldquo;Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.&rdquo; (1 Peter 3:15 NLT)
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Years ago, I encountered a man on a street in Hawaii. He was holding a sign that read, &ldquo;The wages of sin is death.&rdquo; He was also yelling, &ldquo;God hates you&rdquo; and &ldquo;God will judge you&rdquo; to everyone who passed by. I watched him for a few minutes until I could no longer leave his misrepresentation of Scripture unchallenged.
&ldquo;Excuse me,&rdquo; I said. &ldquo;Why don&rsquo;t you share the rest of that verse? It&rsquo;s true that it says the wages of sin is death, but the rest of it says that the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.&rdquo;
The man responded by telling me that God was going to judge me. Then he continued misrepresenting God&rsquo;s Word.
Make no mistake: Judgment can and will come to those who reject the Lord. But if that&rsquo;s our only message to the world, we&rsquo;re not doing the gospel justice. Because at the center of the gospel is a message of hope. The apostle Peter wrote, &ldquo;If someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it&rdquo; (1 Peter 3:15 NLT).
So, let&rsquo;s explain it. Jesus Christ took the judgment of God on the cross of Calvary in our place so we don&rsquo;t have to face it. Everyone who believes in Him will be saved from judgment because of God&rsquo;s mercy.
As we wrap up our look at the greatest revival in human history, I will remind you that God spared Nineveh. God extended mercy to Nineveh. And as a result, a spiritual awakening occurred in Nineveh. The people of Nineveh seized on the hope in Jonah&rsquo;s message and believed.
If God could bring a mighty revival in Nineveh with no better representative than Jonah and no more gospel than he preached in their streets, He can surely do the same thing for America. Jesus validated the story of Jonah. He said that just as Jonah was in the belly of a fish for three days, He, the Son of God, would be crucified on a cross, lie dead for three days, and then rise again. That&rsquo;s why believers have hope.
Jesus endured God&rsquo;s judgment for your sin. He suffered and died in your place. And He did it as part of God&rsquo;s plan. God loves you so much that He sacrificed His only Son so that you might have eternal life.
As we celebrate 250 years of God&rsquo;s blessings on our nation, I want to make sure that you have something greater to celebrate. Have you asked Christ to come into your life? Have you asked Him to forgive you of your sins? Do you have the hope right now that you will go to Heaven when you die? If not, you can have it. Pray these words: Lord Jesus, I know that I&rsquo;m a sinner. I&rsquo;m sorry for my sin. I&rsquo;ve turned from it, and now I choose to follow You from this moment forward. In Jesus&rsquo; name I pray, amen.
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Reflection question: What would you say if someone asked you about the hope you have as a believer?&nbsp;<a href="https://disciple.harvest.org/spaces/17592429/feed?utm_source=DD&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestDiscipleship">Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship!</a>
Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you&nbsp;<a href="https://live.harvest.org/?utm_source=DD&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=SoCal2026">watch online</a>!
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The Hope at the Center | 1 Peter 3:15

“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23 NLT)

 

Our nation was founded on Christian principles but has turned its back on many of them. In his 1796 Farewell Address, President George Washington said, “Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.”

The good news is that God loves to give second chances. The psalmist wrote, “He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve” (Psalm 103:10 NLT). Those who repent receive God’s mercy and forgiveness. We see His mercy and forgiveness at work in His dealings with the city of Nineveh.

Yet if the people of Nineveh had rejected Jonah’s message, the consequences would have been dire. The very existence of Nineveh hung in the balance. Our country will find itself in the same precarious position if we continue to reject God and His Word.

Job wrote, “You have decided the length of our lives. You know how many months we will live, and we are not given a minute longer” (Job 14:5 NLT). That applies to nations as well. So as the salt and light of our nation, believers must develop a sense of urgency about igniting the flames of revival in this country.

Every nation’s days are numbered. Every great empire in history has had a beginning, a middle, and an end. The same will hold true for the United States of America, according to God’s timing. So, here’s what we’re praying for: one more great spiritual awakening—or maybe two or three. That’s up to the Lord. But our job, our mission, is like Jonah’s. We are to proclaim the Good News and tell people that there’s a God who loves them. Ours is a message of mercy but also a message of judgment for those who reject that mercy.

In John 3:16, Jesus said, “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son” (NLT). That’s a message of mercy. But then He said, “so that everyone who believes in him will not perish” (NLT). That’s a message of judgment.

In Romans 6:23, Paul wrote, “For the wages of sin is death” (NLT). That’s a message of judgment. But then he wrote, “But the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord” (NLT). That’s a message of mercy.

Those two themes must be present in our gospel message. They are the twin pillars of revival.

 

Reflection question: In your circle of acquaintances, who needs to hear that God offers second chances?

Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you watch online!

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The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."

 

All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.

Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast

Become a Harvest Partner

&ldquo;For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.&rdquo; (Romans 6:23 NLT)
&nbsp;
Our nation was founded on Christian principles but has turned its back on many of them. In his 1796 Farewell Address, President George Washington said, &ldquo;Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.&rdquo;
The good news is that God loves to give second chances. The psalmist wrote, &ldquo;He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve&rdquo; (Psalm 103:10 NLT). Those who repent receive God&rsquo;s mercy and forgiveness. We see His mercy and forgiveness at work in His dealings with the city of Nineveh.
Yet if the people of Nineveh had rejected Jonah&rsquo;s message, the consequences would have been dire. The very existence of Nineveh hung in the balance. Our country will find itself in the same precarious position if we continue to reject God and His Word.
Job wrote, &ldquo;You have decided the length of our lives. You know how many months we will live, and we are not given a minute longer&rdquo; (Job 14:5 NLT). That applies to nations as well. So as the salt and light of our nation, believers must develop a sense of urgency about igniting the flames of revival in this country.
Every nation&rsquo;s days are numbered. Every great empire in history has had a beginning, a middle, and an end. The same will hold true for the United States of America, according to God&rsquo;s timing. So, here&rsquo;s what we&rsquo;re praying for: one more great spiritual awakening&mdash;or maybe two or three. That&rsquo;s up to the Lord. But our job, our mission, is like Jonah&rsquo;s. We are to proclaim the Good News and tell people that there&rsquo;s a God who loves them. Ours is a message of mercy but also a message of judgment for those who reject that mercy.
In John 3:16, Jesus said, &ldquo;For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son&rdquo; (NLT). That&rsquo;s a message of mercy. But then He said, &ldquo;so that everyone who believes in him will not perish&rdquo; (NLT). That&rsquo;s a message of judgment.
In Romans 6:23, Paul wrote, &ldquo;For the wages of sin is death&rdquo; (NLT). That&rsquo;s a message of judgment. But then he wrote, &ldquo;But the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord&rdquo; (NLT). That&rsquo;s a message of mercy.
Those two themes must be present in our gospel message. They are the twin pillars of revival.
&nbsp;
Reflection question: In your circle of acquaintances, who needs to hear that God offers second chances?
Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you&nbsp;<a href="https://live.harvest.org/?utm_source=DD&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=SoCal2026">watch online</a>!
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The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology.&nbsp;This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."
&nbsp;
All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.
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God loves to give second chances, but judgment awaits those who reject His mercy.

The God of Second Chances | Romans 6:23

“This time Jonah obeyed the Lord’s command and went to Nineveh, a city so large that it took three days to see it all. On the day Jonah entered the city, he shouted to the crowds: ‘Forty days from now Nineveh will be destroyed!’ The people of Nineveh believed God’s message, and from the greatest to the least, they declared a fast and put on burlap to show their sorrow.” (Jonah 3:3–5 NLT)

 

This month we’re celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. The story of our nation is a classic rags-to-riches tale. The upstart 13 colonies won their independence from England and grew into a global superpower.

As we celebrate the past quarter-millennium, we must not take our nation’s future for granted. It would be hubris to assume that the United States will celebrate its 500th anniversary—or even its 251st. God has shed His grace on our nation, but He has made no promises about our longevity. The farther we stray from the Lord, His Word, and His will, the bleaker our long-term prospects look.

Once upon a time, the city of Nineveh must have seemed too big and too powerful to fail. Yet Jonah’s God-given warning threatened its very existence. Jonah 3:3–5 explains it this way: “This time Jonah obeyed the Lord’s command and went to Nineveh, a city so large that it took three days to see it all. On the day Jonah entered the city, he shouted to the crowds: ‘Forty days from now Nineveh will be destroyed!’ The people of Nineveh believed God’s message, and from the greatest to the least, they declared a fast and put on burlap to show their sorrow” (NLT).

What would happen if our country were given a forty-day warning? Would we recognize the urgency and turn to God? The story of Nineveh in the book of Jonah offers a template to follow.

When the king of Nineveh heard Jonah’s prophetic words, he stepped down from his throne, took off his royal robes, dressed himself in burlap, and sat on a heap of ashes. In other words, he humbled himself before the Lord. The people of Nineveh prayed earnestly, repenting of their wickedness and asking God to forgive them and show them mercy.

When God saw their response to Jonah’s warning, how they turned from their evil ways, He withheld His judgment and destruction. What a stunning turnaround. The entire city turned to God en masse as one of the greatest revivals in human history unfolded. Their change of heart shows us that no one is beyond the reach of God.

That principle applies not only on a national level but on a personal level as well. Think of the people in your life who seem far from God. Start praying for a Nineveh-like revival in their lives. Do it for forty days—and then for another forty days, if necessary.

Do the work of revival and trust the results to God.

 

Reflection question: What would doing the work of revival look like in your life?

Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you watch online!

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The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."

 

All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.

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Become a Harvest Partner

&ldquo;This time Jonah obeyed the Lord&rsquo;s command and went to Nineveh, a city so large that it took three days to see it all. On the day Jonah entered the city, he shouted to the crowds: &lsquo;Forty days from now Nineveh will be destroyed!&rsquo; The people of Nineveh believed God&rsquo;s message, and from the greatest to the least, they declared a fast and put on burlap to show their sorrow.&rdquo; (Jonah 3:3&ndash;5 NLT)
&nbsp;
This month we&rsquo;re celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. The story of our nation is a classic rags-to-riches tale. The upstart 13 colonies won their independence from England and grew into a global superpower.
As we celebrate the past quarter-millennium, we must not take our nation&rsquo;s future for granted. It would be hubris to assume that the United States will celebrate its 500th anniversary&mdash;or even its 251st. God has shed His grace on our nation, but He has made no promises about our longevity. The farther we stray from the Lord, His Word, and His will, the bleaker our long-term prospects look.
Once upon a time, the city of Nineveh must have seemed too big and too powerful to fail. Yet Jonah&rsquo;s God-given warning threatened its very existence. Jonah 3:3&ndash;5 explains it this way: &ldquo;This time Jonah obeyed the Lord&rsquo;s command and went to Nineveh, a city so large that it took three days to see it all. On the day Jonah entered the city, he shouted to the crowds: &lsquo;Forty days from now Nineveh will be destroyed!&rsquo; The people of Nineveh believed God&rsquo;s message, and from the greatest to the least, they declared a fast and put on burlap to show their sorrow&rdquo; (NLT).
What would happen if our country were given a forty-day warning? Would we recognize the urgency and turn to God? The story of Nineveh in the book of Jonah offers a template to follow.
When the king of Nineveh heard Jonah&rsquo;s prophetic words, he stepped down from his throne, took off his royal robes, dressed himself in burlap, and sat on a heap of ashes. In other words, he humbled himself before the Lord. The people of Nineveh prayed earnestly, repenting of their wickedness and asking God to forgive them and show them mercy.
When God saw their response to Jonah&rsquo;s warning, how they turned from their evil ways, He withheld His judgment and destruction. What a stunning turnaround. The entire city turned to God en masse as one of the greatest revivals in human history unfolded. Their change of heart shows us that no one is beyond the reach of God.
That principle applies not only on a national level but on a personal level as well. Think of the people in your life who seem far from God. Start praying for a Nineveh-like revival in their lives. Do it for forty days&mdash;and then for another forty days, if necessary.
Do the work of revival and trust the results to God.
&nbsp;
Reflection question: What would doing the work of revival look like in your life?
Experience the Harvest Crusade on July 11 when you&nbsp;<a href="https://live.harvest.org/?utm_source=DD&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=SoCal2026">watch online</a>!
&mdash;
The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology.&nbsp;This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."
&nbsp;
All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie.
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