Greg Laurie: A New Beginning

Nehemiah was someone who saw need and did something about it. We should be the same way.

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Focus verse - Nehemiah 2
 
#1 We need to help God’s people when they are hurting.
1 Corinthians 12:26

The church is a family. Scripture says the church is the body of Christ.

#2  There is a time to pray then there is a time to move.
 
#3 Nehemiah had a plan.
 
Read Nehemiah 2:7–8
 
Nehemiah was dependent upon God, and he continued to pray.
 
It is important to understand how the spiritual and the practical work together.
 
When the time for intercession has passed,
The time for intervention has come.
 
Read Nehemiah 2:11
 
The Hebrew word for view means to closely examine.
 
#4 When we are doing the will of God we will face opposition.
Nehemiah 2:19
 
Whenever you are pursuing a divine opportunity there will be opposition.
1 Corinthians 16:9
 
Nehemiah 2:19
 
Our primary enemies are the world, the flesh, and the devil.
 
The world is the external enemy.
The flesh is the internal enemy.
The devil is the infernal enemy.
 
“Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”
James 4:7
 
Read Nehemiah 3:1–4
 
#5 We need to find our place in the work that God is doing.
 
Every one of us has a vital part to play.
Ephesians 4:16
  
Faith in God and love for fellow Christians are the evidence of your faith.
Ephesians 1:15–16
 
Let every one of us volunteer and serve.
1 Peter 4:10
 
Let every one of us give an offering,
2 Corinthians 9:7
 
Nehemiah 3:5

There are two kinds of people that come to church: Participators and spectators.
  
#6 The problem with faith breakers is they want to discourage faith makers.
Nehemiah 2:19
 
Nehemiah 3:20
 
The word zealously means to burn or to glow.
 
Baruch did not just build the wall, he did it with passion.
 
Jesus left the glory of heaven and came to this earth.

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One of the great tools to memorization is repetition. If we hear something over and over, we can’t help but remember. We didn’t intend to memorize the words to that TV theme, or that corny commercial, but they’re stuck in our heads. Why? Repetition. The real question is, what do we let our minds hear over and over. But the fact you’re listening now is a great step forward. And today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie brings some scriptural truth worth remembering.

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A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

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Smart grocery shoppers pay attention to expiration dates. You may see a dozen cartons of milk on the shelf . . . but a careful look shows that the expiration dates on some cartons are much further into the future. But sometimes we don’t think carefully about the other things of life that may affect us. Those things that bring quick enjoyment, often bring long-lasting disappointment. Coming up today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us focus on the things above. It’s a study of Moses.

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Nearly all pain relievers on the market use the phrase “for fast, temporary relief.” Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen – they’ll give a little relief, for a little while. But when it comes to forgiveness of our sin, we’re more interest in “immediate, everlasting relief” from our guilt and guile. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, as Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to the story of the first Passover, we’ll see God provided a solution for sin that forever paid the price that had to be paid.

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New believers and non-believers can be baffled by so many references to blood in Scripture: washed in the blood, saved by the blood, the blood of the covenant, the blood of the Lamb. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, some biblical history and context as Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to the book of Exodus and Moses’ confrontation with the Pharaoh of Egypt . . . a confrontation that culminated one night in the death of all the first-born sons of Egyptians. But the Lord passed over and spared all the Jews.

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The stock market has had some tumultuous times over the years. Trillions of dollars lost in days. In the worst of times, some weathered the storms . . . a few even had gains. What’s the difference? They knew where to invest. What investments are a sure thing? Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out we should invest our lives in our relationship with God and His plan. That’s a plan that never devalues, dwindles or depreciates.

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Only a true revival can heal America—and we can all play a part in it.

Notes:

Focus verse: Nehemiah 1
 
As Christians, we want to see America godly again!
 
Nehemiah is about restoring a nation’s heart to God.
 
A true revival can heal our land and make it godly again.
 
Revival is restoration. It’s coming back to life. It’s waking up spiritually and getting back to living the Christian life.
 
Your spiritual house can be rebuilt.
You can go from rubble to revival. 

2 Corinthians 6:14
 
Acts 17:26
 
Nehemiah was the cupbearer to the king.
 
He had to have the greatest discretion, loyalty, and honesty.
 
Revelation 2:5
 
Read Nehemiah 1:1–3
 
Nehemiah was deeply moved.  
 
Read Nehemiah 1:4–7
 
#1 Nehemiah acknowledged the greatness of God.
Nehemiah 1:5
 
When we see God in His greatness, we see our problems in their smallness.
 
#2 Nehemiah reminded God of His promises.
 
A. God will never leave you alone in life.
Isaiah 41:10
 
B. God will get you through whatever you are facing.
 
C. God will provide for your needs.
Philippians 4:19
 
D. God will forgive you of your sins.
1 John 1:9
 
#3 Nehemiah confessed his personal sin.
Nehemiah 1:7
 
Sometimes, prayer changes you and you change things.
 
Nehemiah did not talk about prayer, he just prayed.
Nehemiah 1:6
 
Call out to God. He will give you direction.
Jeremiah 33:3
 
#4 Nehemiah’s request was specific.
Nehemiah 1:10–11
  
Let’s ask God for a spiritual awakening in America.
 
Let’s start with our personal lives and our homes. Everybody plays a part.
Nehemiah 7:3

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Powerful and raging fires in the Pacific Palisades area and others have devastated vast areas here in Southern California, displacing tens of thousands of people—in our own backyard. We’re praying for the safety, strength, and endurance of the firefighters as they work to contain the flames. We also lift up the residents who have been displaced, asking for God’s protection and provision during this incredibly difficult time.

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If there’s some liquid left in the bottom of a drinking glass – milk, juice, soft drink – what’s the first thing we do to get it clean. Rinse it out, right? Run some water in it and flush it clean. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out that same approach works well with all the stuff that needs to be cleaned out of our minds. We’ll see how to wash it clean with a renewed mind and a renewed passion to draw closer to the Lord. It’s one of the most requested messages of the past year.

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A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.

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The Bible tells us God is love. Yes, He’s loving, but First John 4:8 says God IS love. And it says, “He who does not love does not know God . . .” So it should come as no surprise that hatred is not a part of God’s plan for believers. But today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie addresses the hatred we see around us in our culture. What are we as believers to do? Good insight is coming. And a word to parents – the content of today’s study may be a little too strong for younger ears.

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