Genealogy is big business these days. And now more than 40 million people have taken DNA tests to learn more about their lineage – maybe hoping they’re related to royalty! But today on A NEW BEGINNING, as we study the life of Esther, Pastor Greg Laurie points out there’s a lineage that extends beyond the earthly. We’ll see, spiritually-speaking, we’ve been adopted into God’s family through Christ. Indeed, we are related to royalty. We’re chosen sons and daughters of the King.

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People often ask one of the big questions. Why are we here? What’s the purpose of life? Ask a dozen people, and you’ll get a couple of dozen answers. But God put us here, and He knows exactly why we’re here. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out we’re to know God and to make Him known. And today, we’ll follow one of the great dramatic stories of the Bible where a person’s heart for God and the providence of God come together in spectacular fashion.

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Someone said if the only tool you have is a hammer, it’s tempting to treat every problem as if it were a nail. It’s always best to have the right tool for the job. And each of us is a unique instrument in the hands of God. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, as Pastor Greg Laurie continues our studies in Esther, we’ll see how Esther was uniquely equipped and chosen to prevent a catastrophic annihilation of her people. And we’ll see how we may be uniquely equipped to serve God in a special way in our time.

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Millions of young girls wish they could look like the models they see on magazine covers. Here’s a little secret. The models themselves wish they looked like what they see on magazine covers. The pictures have been “enhanced” by a graphic artist. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us all set our sights on what’s real. We’ll look to a real-life example of beauty, grace and godliness as we study the book of Esther. And Pastor Greg also reflects on the life of Dr. Billy Graham.

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The moment you think you’ve “made it” is the moment you risk drifting backward—forward momentum is essential for every Christian. Today, Pastor Jonathan Laurie shares how returning to the basics keeps you spiritually grounded and thriving.

Notes:

Focus verse - Philippians 3:7–21

#1 Forward Is Fundamental
 
Philippians 3:12 (NLT)
I don't mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me.
 
Acts 2:42 (NKJV)
And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship,
in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.
 
We will never outgrow the fundamentals:
Read your Bible
Pray
Go to church
Share your faith
 
These are the weapons of our spiritual warfare.
 
The same basics that started your walk will sustain your walk.
 
#2 Forward Requires Focus
 
Philippians 3:13 (NLT)
No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,
 
Hebrews 12:1–2 (NLT)
 
Keeping our eyes on Jesus.
 
Paul said, “This one thing I do… I press on. I forget the things behind me.”
Philippians 3:13–14
 
Habakkuk 3:18 (NLT)
Yet I will rejoice in the LORD! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation!
 
#3 Forward Means Action
 
Philippians 3:14 (NLT)
I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
 
Philippians 3:15 (NLT)
Let all who are spiritually mature agree on these things. If you disagree on some point, I believe God will make it plain to you.
 
Proverbs 4:25–27 (NLT)
 
Get into a small group.
 
Sign up to volunteer.
 
Give with generosity.
 
Share your faith.

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Pastor Greg Laurie helps us discover the most powerful spiritual weapons every Christian can wield to defeat the devil. See how you can fight the spiritual battle now.

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We’ve all heard the phrase “for such a time as this.” Today, we begin a study of where it comes from. Glad you’re along for A NEW BEGINNING today as Pastor Greg Laurie begins a study of courage in the face of danger, and of God’s providence when the odds are stacked against us. It concerns a young woman named Esther who was chosen to be queen . . . but more importantly how God chose her to help bring deliverance to the Jewish people. It’s a fascinating study of a true biblical hero.

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Ever searched YouTube for how-to help and found some guy fixing a leaky faucet with nothing but a sock and a taco shell? Somehow, it worked, and you watched the whole thing. Why? Because we learn by watching someone else do it first. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie explains it’s the same with the Christian life. We help people find Jesus, and show them how to follow Him. Think of this as your spiritual “how-to” video… no taco shell required.

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The number one reason believers don’t share their faith is fear: “What if I offend that person? What if it changes the relationship?” Would we be concerned about that if their home was on fire and they were in danger? Well, the Gospel saves people from a very real eternal danger. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see how Jesus Himself directed us to spread the word far and wide. Someone’s eternity could literally hang in the balance if we don’t.

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Jesus was arrested and subjected to unjust trials before the Jewish leaders and Roman governor Pilate. Though found innocent, He was sentenced to death to appease the crowd. Jesus was scourged, mocked, and forced to carry His cross to Golgotha. There, He was crucified between two criminals, ultimately dying to pay the penalty for our sin. And today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us it all began with betrayal ... by one of His own disciples.

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