Greg Laurie: A New Beginning The God Who Feels Your Pain | Strength in Our Sorrows
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May 12, 2026 They explore Isaiah 53 and how Scripture portrays Jesus as a man acquainted with grief. The talk traces sorrow, empathy, and silent sacrifice through biblical scenes. Practical encouragement to use God’s Word as a lifeline in times of panic and loss is highlighted. The narrative contrasts joy and refusal, and concludes with a call to faith and reassurance through Christ’s atoning work.
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Ordinary Appearance Extraordinary Mission
- Isaiah 53 portrays Jesus as ordinary in appearance but extraordinary in mission, described as a "man of sorrows acquainted with grief."
- Greg Laurie emphasizes that Jesus' ordinary origins (Nazareth) contrast with his unique role in bearing humanity's suffering.
Personal Loss Shapes Pastoral Counsel
- Greg Laurie shares personal ministry experience counseling people who've lost loved ones after his son died 16 years ago.
- He uses those conversations to comfort others and to teach practical ways to grieve and rely on God.
Quote Scripture As Your Lifeline
- Use Scripture as your lifeline when fear or grief overwhelms you, quoting verses to get perspective and calm.
- Greg Laurie advises memorizing Bible verses to reach for them at 3 AM and calls Scripture the "leash" that brings you up from whitewater panic.
