Become New with John Ortberg

People often wonder if the “real” Jesus has been obscured by myths and legends.  Can I have confident faith?  Uncle Screwtape has an amazingly prophetic letter.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satir...

Even more than our bodies, our spirits are contagious.  Instead of waiting to see how others treat me, I can make this day a day of spreading hope and life.  The secret is finding the source.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic...

“Humility isn’t thinking less of yourself; it’s thinking of yourself less”.  There is a great relief in setting down the burden of ego.  I can’t, but He can…   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire t...

Our desires handled wrongly can destroy us.  Our desires handled rightly can bring us home.  The way of greatness lies in the choice.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertains readers w...

How can it be all right when everything’s all wrong?  Learning to discover joy makes frustrations bearable and life sustainable.  Make today that day.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that ent...

Our world teaches us to dismiss people with whom we disagree.  There is another way. Learn the 5 Minute Rule   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertains readers with its sly and ironic po...

Often a dim sense that we are not doing well causes us to resist thinking about God.  But it doesn’t need to!  An alternative Way is right at hand. In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertai...

Find out why FOMO—especially fear of being on the “outside”—can have a devastating impact on our hearts and lives.  There is no such thing as being “on the inside”.  Only being a friend.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic mast...

"Humans are always putting up claims to ownership which sound equally funny in Heaven and in Hell."  "Mine" is a word of enslaving desire, "Gift" is a word that liberates the soul.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis...

Ironically, one of the crises of a hedonistic culture is a hedonic—the inability to experience pleasure.  Pleasure is a very bad Master, but a most useful servant.  So find out why God invented frolicking.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. Thi...

We are ‘amphibians’—both physical and spiritual.  That means ‘downs’ as well as ‘ups’ are inevitable.  Accepting this is the beginning of wisdom.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertai...

John and Nancy go live in "Passages to Wisdom" to reflect on passages and books that listeners sent in. Don't miss it!

Fear clouds our mind to the presence of God. It takes our focus off what matters most and trains it on what matters less.  There is another way.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertain...

Sometimes in prayer it’s hard to concentrate for long.  Sometimes prayers feel dry.  Sometimes it’s hard to picture God listening. These turn out not to be problems at all.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of rel...

What is it that makes some people so irritating?  The good news is—you already know!  Replacing irritability with love is an inside out job.   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at 'The Screwtape Letters' by C.S.  Lewis. This is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertains re...

Normally when we look at people we see what is on the surface.  But there is another way to perceive their humanity. We can receive new eyes…    Title: How to Look at People   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't forget to tap the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when the next episode releases.   CONNECT WITH US AT:   🎙Podcast: http://p...

Where do we find truth? Is there an absolute truth or are we all masters of our own truth?   In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Today we look at The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. Title: To Tell the Truth   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't...

Are you having a wonderful day?  It depends partly on how intentional and open-hearted we are in being filled again with wonder.   Title: Looking for Pennies   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't forget to tap the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when the next episode releases.   CONNECT WITH US AT:   🎙Podcast: http://podcasts.apple.co...

We all would like life to be simple and clear cut.  But one of the signs of a healthy mind is the ability to hold ambiguity and conflicting thoughts in tension. Join me and my friend Jim Mellado (CEO of Compassion Int’l) to find out how.   Title: A Tale of Two Worlds   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't forget to tap the bell ico...

Join me and my friend Dr David Carreon to see how real change is far more possible than anyone thought a few decades ago.  It’s hope and help!   Title: How to Change Your Mind (brain)   Key Scripture: Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praisewo...

There actually is a way to tell the kind of thoughts that come from God. And that don't...    Title: My Mind Needs help   Key Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.  https://www.bible.com/bible/111/2TI.1.7.NIV   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don&apo...

People sometimes warn: don’t believe everything you read. Much more important is don’t believe everything you think.  There is a discernment skill that makes a huge difference.     Title: On Dropping Dead   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't forget to tap the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when the next episode releases.   CONNECT W...

You are NOT your brain. You are not your problem thoughts.  A new kind awaits you, starting today…    Title: You are NOT Your Brain   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew. Me and say hello 👋 in the comments.  Don't forget to tap the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when the next episode releases.   CONNECT WITH US AT:   🎙Podcast: http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...  🤳Instag...

One of the hardest people for you to give is...you.  Happiness, paradoxically, begins when we can blame ourselves.  But it doesn't end there...   John Ortberg discusses one of his favorite books, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and he is pulling relevant truths from it that we can apply in our every day. Crime and Punishment catapulted Dostoyevsky to the forefront of Russian writer...

In this video, John shares about the "intolerable compliment." It is MUCH harder to be loved deeply than to be loved just a little.  And that difference may change your life.   John Ortberg discusses one of his favorite books, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and he is pulling relevant truths from it that we can apply in our every day. Crime and Punishment catapulted Dostoyevsk...