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A New Beginning with Greg Laurie

Greg Laurie delivers compelling, practical insights on faith, culture, and current events—with an emphasis on the saving power of the gospel message. He is the founding pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship, main speaker of the Harvest Crusades, and host of the daily program, A New Beginning. For over 50 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have been committed to knowing God and making Him known. Learn more at https://harvest.org/.

Shaped by Jesus: The Transformation of James & John | Sunday Message (Pastor Jonathan Laurie)

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