The Greg Laurie Show

Michael W. Smith almost died of a drug overdose at 17. He'd been a Jesus freak at 13, then lost his way. What brought him back was a night on the linoleum floor of a Nashville apartment, alone, sensing God next to him saying, "It's going to be okay."

In this conversation, Michael sits down with Greg Laurie to talk about the moments that shaped him — and the ones most people never hear about.
What we cover:
• Walking...

In part two of this conversation with Pastor Greg Laurie, Pastor Chuck Swindoll opens up about what he'd do differently across six decades of ministry—chief among them, saying yes sooner, affirming more, criticizing less, and bringing his wife Cynthia into full partnership years before he actually did. 

He names the four temptations every pastor faces and explains why the last one never stops requiring vigilance. Pastor ...

For generations, Pastor Chuck Swindoll has helped millions of people understand Scripture with wisdom, warmth, and clarity. In this special conversation, Pastor Greg Laurie sits down with one of his lifelong heroes—not simply to conduct an interview, but to learn from a pastor whose ministry, leadership, and integrity has shaped the church for decades.

Together they reflect on the experiences that form faithful servants of Go...

What if the biggest obstacle to evangelism isn't skill—it's fear of failure?

In this conversation, two pastors with decades of experience in evangelism discuss the questions pastors and everyday Christians ask most often about communicating the gospel.

Greg Laurie is joined by Pastor Bob Franquiz of Calvary Fellowship in Miramar, Florida, for a practical conversation on preaching, personal evangelism, and helping people take ...

America is at a crossroads: judgment or revival. In this episode, Greg Laurie makes the case that our nation's future depends on a spiritual awakening — and that it starts with everyday Christians choosing to live differently.

Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount, Greg unpacks what Jesus meant when He called His followers "salt and light," and why isolation isn't the answer to a darkening culture. Instead, we're called to inf...

What keeps you awake at night? In this exclusive bonus conversation, we dive deeper into what it means to experience true peace in the middle of uncertainty. Discover practical, faith filled insights on releasing anxiety, trusting God with tomorrow, and finding the kind of rest that isn't determined by your circumstances.

Whether you're struggling with stress, overthinking, or simply looking to strengthen your faith, this bonus epi...

Half of Americans struggle to fall asleep at night—and the culprit usually isn't caffeine or screens. It's worry.

In this episode, Greg Laurie opens up the Bible's answer to anxious thoughts that keep you awake. You'll learn why prayer is your secret weapon, how to cast your cares the way Scripture actually means it, and what Romans 8:28 is really saying (and what it isn't).

What we cover:
• Why becoming a Christian doesn'...

What if reaching the pinnacle of fame and fortune left you feeling emptier than ever? In this episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg Laurie sits down with baseball legend Darryl Strawberry, whose journey from World Series champion to redemption reveals the truth about success, addiction, and the deeper purpose behind it all.

A true sports icon, Darryl Strawberry played for the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers, winning four World Se...

Is America’s extraordinary story just luck, or was it divinely orchestrated? In this powerful episode, bestselling author and cultural commentator Eric Metaxas joins for a thought-provoking live interview discussing the true origins of the United States—challenging the narratives you’ve heard and illuminating the faith-driven roots at the core of our nation’s founding.

With wit, warmth, and depth, Eric share...

What’s it like to lead with faith in a time of global upheaval? Today’s episode of The Greg Laurie Show features U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio like you’ve never seen him before. An honest and wide-ranging conversation about history, hope, and the challenges of leadership in turbulent times—you’re not going to want to miss this one. 

Fresh off the historic release of the hostages in Israel, S...

Would you risk everything for your faith, even if it meant facing failure? On today’s episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg sits down with acclaimed screenwriter and director Randall Wallace—the visionary behind iconic films like Braveheart, We Were Soldiers, and Heaven Is for Real—for an intimate conversation about faith, creativity, and the courage to stand firm when the world tells you to compromise.

Fro...

What happens when rock’s most infamous showman finds redemption—and discovers his true purpose? On this week’s episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg sits down with legendary rockstar Alice Cooper for an honest, electrifying conversation about faith, fame, addiction, and the power of second chances.

Once dubbed “the villain of rock and roll,” Alice shares the untold story behind the persona&mdash...

What happens when art, film, faith, and real-life transformation collide? In this inspiring episode, filmmaker Andy Erwin sits down with pastor Greg Laurie for a candid conversation about the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and spiritual revival.

Greg Laurie—whose own life inspired the hit film "Jesus Revolution"—shares never-before-heard stories behind the making of the movie, his early love for the arts, and...

Has God abandoned Israel—or is the story of His chosen people far from over?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Greg Laurie Podcast, Pastor Greg Laurie sits down with best-selling author, Middle East expert, and Bible prophecy teacher Joel Rosenberg for an honest, often humorous deep-dive into one of the most hotly debated questions in Christianity: Have the Jews been replaced by the Church as God’s chosen people?

What if the greatest threat to your soul isn’t outside—but hidden within your phone? In this thought-provoking episode, Pastor Greg Laurie exposes the perilous pursuit of self, the rise of artificial intelligence as a substitute for real relationships, and the crisis of faith facing our generation.

Kicking things off with a gripping, real-life account of chaos at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and an assas...

What happens when one of the most notorious mobsters in American history experiences a radical encounter with faith? In this gripping episode, Greg Laurie sits down with former Colombo crime family underboss Michael Franzese for an uncensored conversation about the Mafia, redemption, and the impossible power of second chances.

Raised in the shadow of organized crime, Michael Franzese lived at the epicenter of the mob world—ru...

Do you remember the first time you truly prayed? In this episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg Laurie opens up about the powerful, often overlooked practice of prayer—and why it can transform your relationship with God and your everyday life.

Drawing from his own journey as a new believer and his interactions with spiritual giants like Billy Graham, Pastor Greg Laurie shares candid stories, biblical insights, and down-...

Could a single act of forgiveness rewrite a life shattered by war, pain, and betrayal?

On this extraordinary episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg Laurie sits down with the legendary Louis Zamperini—Olympic runner, WWII hero, and the subject of the best-selling book and film Unbroken. From his childhood as a self-proclaimed “rotten kid” in Torrance, California, to facing sharks and starvation adrift in the ...

What really happened behind the scenes of Jesus Revolution? In this unforgettable episode of The Greg Laurie Podcast, Pastor Greg sits down with his wife, Cathe Laurie, to share the raw, unfiltered story of their journey from rebellious teens to partners in faith, love, and ministry.

Together, Greg and Cathe pull back the curtain on the “Hollywood” version of their romance, revealing what the movie got right (and what i...