God doesn’t want us to remain how He found us. He wants us to grow, to be refined. It’s a lifelong process, and it’s one even the most famous biblical figures experienced.

Notes:

Focus verses - Mark 1, Mark 10
 
Jesus picked ordinary men.
 
We all are called by God.
 
Jesus meets us where we are; not where we think we should be.
 
You are called by God.
 
James and John struggled with pride, impatience, and a fiery zeal.
 
#1 The Raw Elements
Mark 1:19–20
 
James and John were impulsive.
 
Jesus is constantly calling us closer to Himself.
 
Read Luke 9:53–56
 
James and John were nicknamed “The Sons of Thunder.”
 
#2 The Refining Process
Mark 10:37–41
 
God’s discipline is a sign of His love.
 
"But He knows where I am going.
And when He tests me, I will come out as pure as gold." Job 23:10 (NLT)
  
James and John started out as rough, impulsive, self-seeking men,
but they didn’t stay that way.
 
#3 The Finished Product
Acts 12:1–2
 
“I, John, both your brother and companion in the tribulation and kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was on the island that is called Patmos for the word of God and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.” Revelation 1:9 (NKJV)
 
The process of being refined by God is lifelong.
 
1. Pray
2. Serve
3. Give
4. Be Present

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

God doesn&rsquo;t want us to remain how He found us. He wants us to grow, to be refined. It&rsquo;s a lifelong process, and it&rsquo;s one even the most famous biblical figures experienced.
Notes:
Focus verses - Mark 1, Mark 10 &nbsp; Jesus picked ordinary men. &nbsp; We all are called by God. &nbsp; Jesus meets us where we are; not where we think we should be. &nbsp; You are called by God. &nbsp; James and John struggled with pride, impatience, and a fiery zeal. &nbsp; #1 The Raw Elements Mark 1:19&ndash;20 &nbsp; James and John were impulsive. &nbsp; Jesus is constantly calling us closer to Himself. &nbsp; Read Luke 9:53&ndash;56 &nbsp; James and John were nicknamed &ldquo;The Sons of Thunder.&rdquo; &nbsp; #2 The Refining Process Mark 10:37&ndash;41 &nbsp; God&rsquo;s discipline is a sign of His love. &nbsp; "But He knows where I am going. And when He tests me, I will come out as pure as gold." Job 23:10 (NLT) &nbsp;&nbsp; James and John started out as rough, impulsive, self-seeking men, but they didn&rsquo;t stay that way. &nbsp; #3 The Finished Product Acts 12:1&ndash;2 &nbsp; &ldquo;I, John, both your brother and companion in the tribulation and kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was on the island that is called Patmos for the word of God and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.&rdquo; Revelation 1:9 (NKJV) &nbsp; The process of being refined by God is lifelong. &nbsp; 1. Pray 2. Serve 3. Give 4. Be Present
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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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