We know life isn't without difficulties. But the world is not our final home. In this Sunday episode, discover how to let the Bible be your guide in times of struggle. Listen in as Pastor Jonathan Laurie reveals three ways to overcome discouragement from the life of the apostle Paul.

Notes

Paul was a man of conviction and character; he was in submission to his Lord Jesus. 

Paul was the right man for the job. 

Paul had grit. He was unwavering. 

How to overcome discouragement:
Obedience 
Serving others
Sharing our hope

God’s revealed will is found in scripture: 

It is not if we will suffer, but when we will suffer. 

It is also what we will do with our sufferings. 

The greatest thing we can do with our suffering is to use it for God’s glory. 

Paul served people because Jesus laid that foundation. 

Paul went from a persecutor of the church to being persecuted for the church. 

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope” (Jeremiah 29:11)

Scripture Referenced

Acts 9:15–16

1 Thessalonians 4:3 

Luke 9:23 

1 Peter 2:15 

Ephesians 5:15–20

1 Peter 4:19

1 Peter 4:1–3

Matthew 20:28

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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.

We know life isn't without difficulties. But the world is not our final home. In this Sunday episode, discover how to let the Bible be your guide in times of struggle. Listen in as Pastor Jonathan Laurie reveals three ways to overcome discouragement from the life of the apostle Paul.
Notes
Paul was a man of conviction and character; he was in submission to his Lord Jesus.&nbsp;
Paul was the right man for the job.&nbsp;
Paul had grit. He was unwavering.&nbsp;
How to overcome discouragement:
<ol>
<li>Obedience&nbsp;</li>
<li>Serving others</li>
<li>Sharing our hope</li>
</ol>
God&rsquo;s revealed will is found in scripture:&nbsp;
It is not if we will suffer, but when we will suffer.&nbsp;
It is also what we will do with our sufferings.&nbsp;
The greatest thing we can do with our suffering is to use it for God&rsquo;s glory.&nbsp;
Paul served people because Jesus laid that foundation.&nbsp;
Paul went from a persecutor of the church to being persecuted for the church.&nbsp;
&ldquo;For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope&rdquo; (Jeremiah 29:11)
Scripture Referenced
Acts 9:15&ndash;16
1 Thessalonians 4:3&nbsp;
Luke 9:23&nbsp;
1 Peter 2:15&nbsp;
Ephesians 5:15&ndash;20
1 Peter 4:19
1 Peter 4:1&ndash;3
Matthew 20:28
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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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