A New Day Dawning | The Day Death Lost

Greg Laurie: A New Beginning26mApril 2, 2026

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Pastor Greg Laurie delivers a powerful Easter message titled 'A New Day Dawning' on the podcast 'A New Beginning,' centered on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its transformative implications for believers. He begins by addressing the universal fear of death, emphasizing that for Christians, death has been conquered through Christ’s victory on the cross. Drawing from Matthew 28, he recounts the resurrection narrative, highlighting the women’s journey to the tomb, their fear and joy, and Jesus’ personal appearance to Mary Magdalene. Laurie uses personal anecdotes—like a lost snake in a car—to illustrate how fear can distort reality, contrasting it with the hope found in Christ’s resurrection. He explores the theological foundation of eternal life, the necessity of spiritual rebirth, and the freedom found in faith. The message culminates in a call to personal faith, inviting listeners to pray a salvation prayer and receive a free New Believer’s Bible. Throughout, Laurie underscores that Easter is not just a historical event but a living hope: death lost its power when Christ rose.

Key Takeaways
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Death has been defeated through Christ’s resurrection—Easter is the death of death.

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Believers can face death without fear because they will see loved ones again in heaven.

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Spiritual rebirth (being 'born again') offers eternal life and freedom from sin’s grip.

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Jesus’ resurrection replaces fear with faith and transforms despair into joy.

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The Bible promises that those who believe in Christ will never truly die—only their bodies pass away.

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Chapters
0:00
3 min

The Fear of Death and the Hope of Heaven

If they're Christians. But I've written about this in detail in a book called As It Is In Heaven.

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2:30
5 min

Death Died When Christ Rose

Easter was the death of death.

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7:30
8 min

The Resurrection: Fear and Joy at the Tomb

They were very frightened and they were filled with great joy.

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15:00
8 min

The Emmaus Road and the Heart That Burns

Laurie shares the story of the two disciples on the Emmaus Road, illustrating how Jesus reveals Himself through Scripture and fellowship. He emphasizes that true understanding comes when hearts are ignited by God’s Word.

22:30
4 min

A Call to Faith and Freedom

If you're born once, you'll die twice. But if you're born twice, you'll die once.

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High-Impact Quotes
Easter was the death of death.
Greg Laurie0:57
Viral: 90.0
You must be born again. You could sum it up like this. If you're born once, you'll die twice but if you're born twice, you'll die once.
Greg Laurie20:14
Viral: 88.0
If you're born once, you'll die twice. But if you're born twice, you'll die once.
Greg Laurie20:18
Viral: 88.0
Speakers

Host

Greg Laurie
Topics Discussed
Resurrection of Jesus95%Hope Beyond Death90%Spiritual Rebirth88%Fear and Faith85%Easter as Victory82%Christian Freedom78%Heaven and Eternal Life75%New Believer's Journey70%
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Jesus Christ

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Greg Laurie

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Matthew 28

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Mary Magdalene

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Harvest Ministries

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As It Is In Heaven

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New Believer's Bible

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3xPositive

Emmaus Road

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Revelation

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Lazarus

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