The recent, tragic death of One Direction's Liam Payne has shocked so many. If celebrities have it all—fame, money, success—why is it we keep hearing the same story over and over again? Pastor Greg Laurie helps us recognize some truths about humanity.

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The recent, tragic death of One Direction's Liam Payne has shocked so many. If celebrities have it all—fame, money, success—why is it we keep hearing the same story over and over again? Pastor Greg Laurie helps us recognize some truths about humanity.
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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.

Greg Laurie: A New Beginning

Fame, money, and success. Celebrities seem to have it all, so why do we tragically keep hearing the same story?

Liam Payne's Death: Why Do We Keep Hearing the Same Story?

Ever looked at the social media posts of a friend and think, “Wow, they live a pretty good life.” Someone has pointed out we should never compare someone else’s highlight reel, to our blooper reel. We live out our blooper reel everyday, don’t we? We see the flubs, the fumbles, the gaffes, and the goofs up close. But today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out that God sees beyond the blooper, to the future. Today, a good example of how God can rewrite our story.

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Ever looked at the social media posts of a friend and think, &ldquo;Wow, they live a pretty&nbsp;good life.&rdquo; Someone has pointed out we should never compare someone else&rsquo;s&nbsp;highlight reel, to our blooper reel. We live out our blooper reel everyday, don&rsquo;t we? We&nbsp;see the flubs, the fumbles, the gaffes, and the goofs up close. But today on A NEW&nbsp;BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out that God sees beyond the blooper, to the&nbsp;future. Today, a good example of how God can rewrite our story.
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<a href="https://harvest.org/resources/?utm_source=ANB&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestResources">Explore more resources</a> from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and&nbsp;equip you to walk closely with Christ.

A Second Chance in Life | God Rewrites Our Story

Even the greatest prophet had a moment of uncertainty. But rather than condemn John, Jesus gave a response that may surprise some of us.

Notes:

Luke 7

John, in a moment of doubt, sent a message to Jesus,
“Are You the One, or should we look for another?”
  
Doubt is a sign that someone is thinking.
 
A French proverb says, “He who knows nothing doubts nothing.”
 
“Doubt is not the opposite of faith; it is an element of faith.”
 
#1 Moses was ready to quit.
 
Numbers 11:14–15
"I am not able to bear all these people alone, because the burden is too heavy for me. If You treat me like this, please kill me now."
 
#2 Elijah was ready to quit.
(1 Kings 19:4)
 
#3 Jesus rebuked His disciples for their lack of faith.
 
#4 Paul the Apostle was deeply discouraged.
(2 Corinthians 1:8)
 
#5 David wrote half the Psalms while angry, confused, or feeling abandoned by God.
 
#6 John the Baptist was discouraged and entertained doubts.
 
Read Luke 7:18–28
 
John baptized Jesus in the Jordan River.
 
John was in prison because of his bold preaching to King Herod.
 
In John’s mind, Jesus the Messiah would organize a revolt.
 
John was expecting political deliverance.
Jesus was bringing spiritual deliverance.
 
Sometimes we misunderstand God and His word.
  
Jesus understood John’s questions and his doubt.
 
Jesus answered John’s doubt with evidence and clarification, not condemnation.
 
Galatians 5:15
But if you are always biting and devouring one another,
watch out! Beware of destroying one another.
 
It is easier to critique than create.
It is easier to tear down instead of build up.
 
Jesus loves you and understands your questions, too.
 
Psalm 10:1
Why, O LORD, do you stand far away?
Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?
 
Psalm 10:16 (a)
The LORD is king forever and ever.
 
Jesus defended John publicly,
when John criticized Jesus privately.
(Luke 7:24)
 
You have immeasurable value because you are God’s creation.
(1 Peter 2:9)
 
Ephesians 2:10
For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago.
 
God loves you so much that He sent His Son to die on the cross so you could have a relationship with Him.
 
Doubt is a matter of the mind.
 
Unbelief is a matter of the will.
 
John was doubting, but he still believed.
 
Jesus refocused John’s priorities.
 
John’s doubts were answered by Scripture.
(Luke 7:22)
 
Stay the course when you don’t see the plan.
(Luke 7:23)
 
Luke 7:28
I tell you, of all who have ever lived, none is greater than John. Yet even the least person in the Kingdom of God is greater than he is!
 
John was a part of the Old Testament economy.
You are a New Testament believer.
 
John was a friend of the Bridegroom.
You are the bride of the Bridegroom.

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Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years.

Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.

Even the greatest prophet had a moment of uncertainty. But rather than condemn John, Jesus gave a response that may surprise some of us.
Notes:
Luke 7
John, in a moment of doubt, sent a message to Jesus, &ldquo;Are You the One, or should we look for another?&rdquo; &nbsp;&nbsp; Doubt is a sign that someone is thinking. &nbsp; A French proverb says, &ldquo;He who knows nothing doubts nothing.&rdquo; &nbsp; &ldquo;Doubt is not the opposite of faith; it is an element of faith.&rdquo; &nbsp; #1 Moses was ready to quit. &nbsp; Numbers 11:14&ndash;15 "I am not able to bear all these people alone, because the burden is too heavy for me. If You treat me like this, please kill me now." &nbsp; #2 Elijah was ready to quit. (1 Kings 19:4) &nbsp; #3 Jesus rebuked His disciples for their lack of faith. &nbsp; #4 Paul the Apostle was deeply discouraged. (2 Corinthians 1:8) &nbsp; #5 David wrote half the Psalms while angry, confused, or feeling abandoned by God. &nbsp; #6 John the Baptist was discouraged and entertained doubts. &nbsp; Read Luke 7:18&ndash;28 &nbsp; John baptized Jesus in the Jordan River. &nbsp; John was in prison because of his bold preaching to King Herod. &nbsp; In John&rsquo;s mind, Jesus the Messiah would organize a revolt. &nbsp; John was expecting political deliverance. Jesus was bringing spiritual deliverance. &nbsp; Sometimes we misunderstand God and His word. &nbsp;&nbsp; Jesus understood John&rsquo;s questions and his doubt. &nbsp; Jesus answered John&rsquo;s doubt with evidence and clarification, not condemnation. &nbsp; Galatians 5:15 But if you are always biting and devouring one another, watch out! Beware of destroying one another. &nbsp; It is easier to critique than create. It is easier to tear down instead of build up. &nbsp; Jesus loves you and understands your questions, too. &nbsp; Psalm 10:1 Why, O LORD, do you stand far away? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? &nbsp; Psalm 10:16 (a) The LORD is king forever and ever. &nbsp; Jesus defended John publicly, when John criticized Jesus privately. (Luke 7:24) &nbsp; You have immeasurable value because you are God&rsquo;s creation. (1 Peter 2:9) &nbsp; Ephesians 2:10 For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. &nbsp; God loves you so much that He sent His Son to die on the cross so you could have a relationship with Him. &nbsp; Doubt is a matter of the mind. &nbsp; Unbelief is a matter of the will. &nbsp; John was doubting, but he still believed. &nbsp; Jesus refocused John&rsquo;s priorities. &nbsp; John&rsquo;s doubts were answered by Scripture. (Luke 7:22) &nbsp; Stay the course when you don&rsquo;t see the plan. (Luke 7:23) &nbsp; Luke 7:28 I tell you, of all who have ever lived, none is greater than John. Yet even the least person in the Kingdom of God is greater than he is! &nbsp; John was a part of the Old Testament economy. You are a New Testament believer. &nbsp; John was a friend of the Bridegroom. You are the bride of the Bridegroom.
&mdash;
<a href="https://harvest.org/harvest-partner/?utm_source=ANB&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestPartners">Become a Harvest Partner</a> today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years.
<a href="https://harvest.org/resources/?utm_source=ANB&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestResources">Explore more resources</a> from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and&nbsp;equip you to walk closely with Christ.

Dealing with Doubt | Sunday Message

Pastor Greg Laurie draws from the powerful story of David and Goliath to show how Christians can face their biggest challenges—whether it's fear, addiction, financial stress, or something else. It's a needed reminder that the same God who stood by David stands by you today.

Listen in to this timeless message now! 

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Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years.

Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.

Pastor Greg Laurie draws from the powerful story of David and Goliath to show how Christians can face their biggest challenges&mdash;whether it's fear, addiction, financial stress, or something else. It's a needed reminder that the same God who stood by David stands by you today.
Listen in to this timeless message now!&nbsp;
&mdash;
<a href="https://harvest.org/harvest-partner/?utm_source=ANB&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestPartners">Become a Harvest Partner</a> today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years.
<a href="https://harvest.org/resources/?utm_source=ANB&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=HarvestResources">Explore more resources</a> from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and&nbsp;equip you to walk closely with Christ.

Learn how to deal with the giants in your life.

Liam Payne's Death: Why Do We Keep Hearing the Same Story?

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