Greg Laurie: A New Beginning In Case of Emergency | Change Your Escalator
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Dec 18, 2025 Running up a downward escalator symbolizes our struggle against temptation without divine help. The host emphasizes the power of prayer, drawing on Jesus’ teachings, particularly the Lord's Prayer, to highlight daily reliance on God. He discusses the importance of forgiveness—not just for others but for our own healing—and the assurance that we can find ways to escape temptation. Furthermore, a call to make prayer a continuous part of life and an invitation to accept Christ's gift of redemption rounds out the insightful conversation.
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Prayer Starts With God's Greatness
- Jesus taught the Lord's Prayer as a template that shapes how we approach God and prayer.
- Prioritize honoring God's greatness before listing requests to change your perspective on problems.
Pray For Daily Provision
- Ask God for daily provision by praying 'give us this day our daily bread' to acknowledge dependence.
- Bring needs to God each day and give thanks for blessings you already have.
Choose Forgiveness To Get Free
- Forgive others daily because forgiveness frees you from bitterness and heals the victim.
- Choose forgiveness even when others don't deserve it, since God forgave you first.