How important are our choices? When we look back at David’s failures, we get the answer: very important. In this Sunday episode, special guest Pastor Jonathan Laurie reminds us that our actions not only impact us, but also our children. With them, we lay their foundation. Tune in to see how you can ensure it’s a sturdy one!

Notes

The way we walk matters.

“The chastening hand of a loving heavenly Father is a very different thing from the judging hand of a holy God.” —Alan Redpath

The choices we make matter. 

1. The Death of David and Bathsheba’s First Son 

The hope of Heaven guarantees a reunion.

2. The Rape of Tamar

Monogamy is God’s original and best design.

We cannot pretend that our actions do not affect those around us. 

When you engage in sin, it is easy to see the same sin in others, but hard to correct.

3. The Murder of Amnon 

4. The Rebellion and Death of Absalom 

Then Joab came to Absalom at his house and demanded, "Why did your servants set my field on fire?" —2 Samuel 14:31–33 

So Joab told the king what Absalom had said. Then at last David summoned Absalom, who came and bowed low before the king, and the king kissed him.

Our actions today lay the foundation upon which our children and our descendants will build their lives.

The Promise: God does not just sweep life away; instead, He devises ways to bring us back when we have been separated from Him.

Scripture Referenced

Galatians 6:7

Matthew 7:2

1 Thessalonians 4:3

Hebrews 12:6

2 Corinthians 5:17

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Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org.

This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

How important are our choices? When we look back at David’s failures, we get the answer: very important. In this Sunday episode, special guest Pastor Jonathan Laurie reminds us that our actions not only impact us, but also our children. With them, we lay their foundation. Tune in to see how you can ensure it’s a sturdy one!
Notes
The way we walk matters.
“The chastening hand of a loving heavenly Father is a very different thing from the judging hand of a holy God.” —Alan Redpath
The choices we make matter. 
1. The Death of David and Bathsheba’s First Son 
The hope of Heaven guarantees a reunion.
2. The Rape of Tamar
Monogamy is God’s original and best design.
We cannot pretend that our actions do not affect those around us. 
When you engage in sin, it is easy to see the same sin in others, but hard to correct.
3. The Murder of Amnon 
4. The Rebellion and Death of Absalom 
Then Joab came to Absalom at his house and demanded, "Why did your servants set my field on fire?" —2 Samuel 14:31–33 
So Joab told the king what Absalom had said. Then at last David summoned Absalom, who came and bowed low before the king, and the king kissed him.
Our actions today lay the foundation upon which our children and our descendants will build their lives.
The Promise: God does not just sweep life away; instead, He devises ways to bring us back when we have been separated from Him.
Scripture Referenced
Galatians 6:7
Matthew 7:2
1 Thessalonians 4:3
Hebrews 12:6
2 Corinthians 5:17
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Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at <a href="https://harvest.org/">harvest.org</a>.
This podcast is supported by the generosity of our <a href="https://harvest.org/harvest-partner/">Harvest Partners.</a>

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 Pastor Greg’s and Harvest Ministries’ mission to know God and make Him known at harvest.org.

Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face&mdash;from marriage and family to evangelism and purpose&mdash;while emphasizing the saving power of the gospel. With humor and cultural insight, he shows how to apply God&rsquo;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 &ldquo;Jesus Revolution&rdquo; 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 Pastor Greg&rsquo;s and Harvest Ministries&rsquo; mission to know God and make Him known at <a href="https://harvest.org/">harvest.org</a>.

Greg Laurie delivers clear, Bible-based teaching on topics all Christians face.

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