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9. How to Respond When Your Family Becomes Judgmental

30 januari 2026 · 20 min

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There’s no condemnation for me.But if I’m honest… there’s still plenty of condemnation in me. Lees meer

So today we’re looking at one of the strangest, most uncomfortable, and most liberating stories in the Bible—a deeply messed-up family story involving betrayal, hypocrisy, sex, judgment, and a shocking reversal that exposes how condemnation actually gets broken.
It’s the story of Judah and Tamar.It’s awkward. It’s painful. It’s absolutely not a children’s Bible story.And somehow, it turns out to be a Jesus story.

This episode explores the moment when a man who is fully prepared to condemn someone else is forced to recognize his own heart—and how that recognition becomes the beginning of freedom, humility, reconciliation, and blessing. Along the way, we discover why the Bible keeps including deeply flawed people in God’s story, why self-righteousness collapses under honest self-recognition, and why Jesus’ family tree is far stranger—and more hopeful—than we expect.
If you’ve ever felt judgment rise up in you toward someone else…This story might be exactly what you need.

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8. Does God Condemn the World?

29 januari 2026 · 16 min

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The world feels like it’s falling apart and it’s tempting to think condemnation is the only honest response. Lees meer

But what if God sees the world very differently?
In this episode, we step back and look at the big picture: not just what’s broken, but what God is actively doing to heal it. Drawing on insights echoed by Dallas Willard, Robert Putnam, and a striking story from positive psychology, we explore why humans become trained to see what’s wrong—and why God refuses to give up on the world.

Jesus didn’t come to label the cosmos “condemned.”He came to save, heal, restore, and redeem it.

If you’re worried about the state of the world—or the people you love most—this episode invites you to release the burden of condemnation and rediscover a deeper, steadier hope: Jesus is very good at saving the world.

Today's Resources:
Shaylyn Romney Garrett, The Upswing
Shawn Achor, The Happiness Advantage

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7. What To Do When You Feel Defeated

28 januari 2026 · 14 min

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What do you do when life crushes you?
When failure is public, shame feels loud, and condemnation (external or internal) won’t let up? Lees meer

In this episode, we explore an unexpected truth: God often does His deepest work through difficulty, humiliation, and exposure. Drawing on the craft of a master violin maker, the wisdom of the Psalms, and reflections echoed by Dallas Willard, we consider how the “rough conditions” of life can produce the most beautiful sound.

Through stories of biblical figures who were humbled—and transformed—we discover why those who experience humiliation often become the least condemning people of all. And why Jesus, the most condemned person in the Gospels, became the most compassionate.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your failures disqualify you, this episode offers a bracing and hopeful answer: no condemnation doesn’t mean no pain—but it does mean pain isn’t the end.

Today's Resources:

Martin Schleske, author of The Sound of Life’s Unspeakable Beauty

Thomas Keating, Divine Therapy & Addiction

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6. How Comparison Turns Into Condemnation

27 januari 2026 · 15 min

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Comparison is the quiet engine behind condemnation.
In this episode, we explore why sizing ourselves up against others feels so natural and why it so often turns us anxious, resentful, and judgmental. Drawing on insights from René Girard, social psychology, and Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, we uncover how comparative desire fuels rivalry, outrage, and “us vs. them” thinking. Lees meer

From the Ten Commandments to social media envy, from Cain and Abel to modern prestige rankings, we discover why wanting what our neighbor has never ends well and what Jesus offers as a radically different way to live.

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René Girard, I See Satan Fall Like Lightning
Jonathan Haidt, The Anxious Generation

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5. How to Remove Condemnation from Your Mind (Luke 18)

26 januari 2026 · 14 min

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We all have a them.
The people we quietly feel superior to.The ones we distance ourselves from.The ones we’re pretty sure God should work on… preferably far away from us. Lees meer

In this episode, John Ortberg takes an honest look at how a condemning mind works and why Jesus’ story of the Pharisee and the tax collector still exposes us today. Drawing on insights from Dallas Willard and Kenneth E. Bailey, we explore how contempt sneaks into our prayers, how “us vs. them” thinking feels spiritual, and why Jesus refuses to stand aloof from anyone.

The twist?For Jesus, there is no them.
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “At least I’m not like that person,” this episode might rearrange how you see others, and how you pray.

Today's Resources:
Kenneth E. Bailey, Poet & Peasant and Through Peasant Eyes
Lauren F. Winner, The Dangers of Christian Practice: On Wayward Gifts, Characteristic Damage, and Sin

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4. Why It's Easier to Judge Other People

23 januari 2026 · 14 min

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We’re surprisingly confident judges for people who barely know the math. Lees meer

In this episode, John Ortberg explores why condemnation feels so natural, why it’s usually way off, and how Jesus exposes the absurdity of our moral scorekeeping. Using a strange but unforgettable math exercise (and an even stranger plumbing illustration), we discover why we’re uniquely qualified to judge exactly one person… ourselves.

Drawing from Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, we learn what “non-condemning math” really looks like—and why grace, like a stubborn plunger, works even when we think nothing else will.

If you’ve ever felt morally superior, quietly judgmental, or secretly exhausted by your own mind, this episode is for you. And when you get it wrong (you will), there’s still good news: there is now no condemnation.

Today's Resources:
Mihaly Csikszentnihalyi, Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience

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3. "Neither Do I Condemn You" —Jesus

22 januari 2026 · 14 min

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Condemnation doesn’t just come from what others say about us — it also comes from the stories we tell ourselves. In this episode of Become New, John Ortberg explores how easily we slip into self-condemnation, why shame has so much power over our thoughts, and how Jesus offers a radically different way of seeing ourselves. Drawing from Scripture, neuroscience, and everyday experience, John shows how our minds can become trapped in false beliefs that distort reality and quietly shape how we live. Lees meer

This teaching invites us to slow down, notice the inner narratives driving our reactions, and learn how to bring those stories into the light of truth. If you struggle with negative self-talk, guilt, anxiety, or feeling like you’re never enough, this episode offers a practical and hopeful path forward. Discover how Christian faith, spiritual formation, and the message of no condemnation can lead to greater freedom, clarity, and peace — not by denying reality, but by learning to see it truthfully.

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Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Life Together

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2. The Question That Ends Condemnation

21 januari 2026 · 14 min

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We live in a culture of condemnation.
Online. In politics. In families. And, if we’re honest, in our own hearts. Lees meer

In this episode, John Ortberg explores why judgment comes so easily, what actually fuels it, and the one question condemning people almost never ask. Through a powerful story made famous by Stephen Covey, we see how quickly our perceptions can shift and how grace begins not with changing behavior, but with changing how we see.

Jesus invites us into a way of life marked not by assumptions, but by curiosity. Not by condemnation, but by compassion. Because the truth is simple and humbling: we never know the whole story.
If you’ve ever judged too quickly, been misunderstood yourself, or felt trapped in cycles of irritation and self-condemnation, this episode offers a wiser, freer way forward and reminds us why the good news really is good news.

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Stephen R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

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1. There is No Condemnation in Christ Jesus

20 januari 2026 · 13 min

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We live in a culture of condemnation: cancel culture, self-judgment, outrage, and quiet shame. Most of us are swimming in it without even realizing it. Lees meer

But the good news of Jesus points to a radically different reality: “There is now no condemnation.”

In this episode, John Ortberg explores why condemnation feels so normal, how it shapes both our inner lives and our public conversations, and what it looks like to become a person of blessing instead of judgment. Along the way, we reflect on the remarkable true story of a six-year-old girl who responded to hatred not with fear or anger, but with prayer—and changed history in the process.

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Robert Coles, The Story of Ruby Bridges
Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy

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How to Find Meaning in Your Story

16 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Every person you encounter today is carrying a story you cannot see. Lees meer

In this episode, John reflects on the unseen battles every human being fights and the surprising truth that healing often comes not from focusing on our own pain, but from learning to notice and care about the stories of others.

Drawing from the Book of Job, insights from Eleanor Stump, and lived experiences of suffering, forgiveness, and mercy, this teaching explores how God is at work in stories within stories. Like a fractal, each life reflects a larger pattern of divine care, love, and redemption.

This message invites us to slow down, to see the person in front of us, and to remember: when we step into someone else’s story with compassion, generosity, or forgiveness, we enter a reality much larger than our own—and God uses it in ways we may never fully understand.

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Why Jesus Said to Give in Secret (Matthew 6:3)

15 januari 2026 · 13 min

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John reflects on Jesus’ teaching from the Sermon on the Mount regarding giving in secret. His words weren’t just spiritual advice. They were revolutionary. In a world built on reciprocity, status, and public recognition, Jesus offered a radically different way to live—one rooted in gratitude, freedom, and quiet goodness. Lees meer

Drawing on insights from ancient history, lived experience, and wisdom from voices like Dietrich Bonhoeffer, this reflection shows how generosity can slowly retrain our hearts. When we practice giving without announcing it, something remarkable happens: we become less impressed with ourselves and less dependent on other people’s approval.

Over time, generosity becomes second nature. The left hand forgets what the right hand is doing. And goodness begins to feel free.

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THIS Keeps Us Stuck

14 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Why do some habits change and others seem impossible to break? Lees meer

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked role of belief in transformation. Many of us confuse our habits with our identity. We say, “That’s just the way I am.” But Scripture, psychology, and lived experience all point to a deeper truth: habits feel natural, but they are not our nature.

Drawing on insights from Ezra Sullivan, Charles Duhigg, and the lived wisdom of communities like Alcoholics Anonymous, this reflection shows why change rarely lasts without faith. Not just belief that habits can change, but belief that you can change—with God’s help.

Transformation happens in community. We borrow belief from one another. We practice hope until it becomes real. And over time, love itself becomes habit-forming.

So the question for today is simple:
Who helps you believe that change is possible?

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In God There is NO Darkness (1 John 1:5 explained)

13 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Darkness won't have the last word. Lees meer

Today’s reflection centers on a simple, powerful word: light. Scripture tells us that God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. That doesn’t mean we deny the reality of suffering, grief, or burden. It means those things are not ultimate.

Drawing from Scripture, everyday moments of joy, and insights from Dallas Willard, this episode invites us to see the world the way Jesus did—as a God-bathed, God-permeated reality. A world where light is always closer than we think. A world where God is “right upstairs,” friendly and near.

This message is for anyone feeling weighed down by life, anxious about the future, or unsure how to live faithfully in a dark moment. Jesus’ promise still stands: His burden is light. And His message—to both Israel and the Gentiles—was a message of light.

Pay attention today. Look for joy. Look for goodness. The light has already come.

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What is a PROPHET? (And why do we need them?)

12 januari 2026 · 12 min

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What if faith isn’t meant to comfort us, but to disturb us? Lees meer

In today’s reflection, we explore conscience, prophecy, and the unsettling gift of a sensitive soul. Throughout history, God has sent “disturbing people” into the world—prophets who refuse to ignore injustice, suffering, and hypocrisy.

We meet Margery Kempe, a 14th-century woman whose tears became a form of truth-telling, and we reflect on the nature of prophets through the wisdom of Abraham Joshua Heschel, who reminds us that prophets feel the world’s pain more deeply than others.

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How to Stop Playing God (and Why It Matters)

9 januari 2026 · 12 min

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What if one of the most important spiritual practices is learning to laugh at yourself? Lees meer

This teaching centers on Rule #62, a simple but liberating wisdom that emerged from the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous: Don’t take yourself too seriously. Drawing on Christian thinkers, church history, Scripture, and everyday life, John Ortberg invites us to be freed from the exhausting burden of self-importance.

Joy is not frivolous. Humor is not shallow. And humility is not self-hatred. They are deeply connected, rooted in the very character of God. From Abraham and Sarah’s laughter to the resurrection itself, Scripture reveals a God who brings joy, who relieves gravity, and who delights in human lightness.
Today’s invitation is simple but powerful: stop playing God. Let yourself be human. And let joy ripple outward to everyone around you.

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A Forgotten Virtue. An Obscure Verse. Honest Abe.

8 januari 2026 · 14 min

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There is a virtue that doesn’t get much love anymore. Lees meer

It sounds cautious. Boring. Overly careful. But the ancient world believed that PRUDENCE was the hinge on which a good life turns. In this episode, John Ortberg reclaims prudence as a courageous commitment to reality. Not wishful thinking. Not emotional reaction. But clear-eyed wisdom that asks: What is really going on, and what is the most loving, skillful way forward?

Drawing from Scripture, the story of Abraham Lincoln, and the biblical image of “the stars fighting in their courses,” this teaching invites us to trust that God is already at work in reality itself.

The most prudent thing you can do today may simply be to face what’s real and take one wise step forward.

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This Therapy Practice Will Help You Forgive

7 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Forgiveness is never simple. And it’s rarely quick. Lees meer

In this episode, John Ortberg explores a powerful, research-backed practice that helps move forgiveness from an idea into the heart. Drawing from the story of Joseph and his brothers, and the work of psychologist Everett Worthington, we’re invited into a deceptively simple exercise involving two chairs.

Forgiveness does not excuse harm. It does not erase boundaries. And it does not guarantee reconciliation. But it does free us from being trapped by resentment and bitterness. This teaching offers a compassionate, practical way to begin that journey, even when wounds are deep and time has passed.

What if forgiveness isn’t something you feel first, but something you practice?

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What Every Person Wants in Any Relationship

6 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Every human being longs for significance. Lees meer

Not just to be busy. Not just to be successful. But to know that their presence has made a difference in someone else’s life. In this teaching, John Ortberg explores five relational needs identified by psychologist David Richo that help people flourish: attention, acceptance, affection, appreciation, and allowance.

These are not abstract ideas. They show up in marriages, friendships, families, workplaces, and churches. They reveal the heart of God and the way Jesus treated people, especially those who were often overlooked.

What if today you chose to help one person feel seen, valued, and free? That might be the most significant thing you do all day.

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The Sound of Heaven Might Surprise You

5 januari 2026 · 12 min

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What if the sound of heaven is laughter? Lees meer

Drawing on The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, biblical wisdom, and surprising research, this episode explores joy not as a personality trait, but as a spiritual strength. Humor. Playfulness. Delight. These are not distractions from spiritual growth. They are often the pathway into it.
From babies laughing at peekaboo to the story of Isaac, whose very name means laughter, we discover that joy is woven into the heart of God. Even more, joy is compatible with pain. Real joy does not deny suffering. It survives it.

So today, laugh. Do something fun for no reason at all. You might just discover that God is closer than you thought.

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Seeing the Face of God

2 januari 2026 · 13 min

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Your face is never neutral. Lees meer

It communicates hope or fear, welcome or distance, trust or anxiety. In this reflection, John Ortberg explores the profound idea that our faces are not just physical features but outward expressions of our inner life and our sense of God’s presence.

Drawing from the Gospel of John, the teachings of Jesus, and wisdom from Dallas Willard, this episode invites us to consider what it means that God made himself known in a face. Not an abstraction. Not an idea. But in Jesus. The Word made flesh.

What if the invitation today is not to manage your face, but to let God reshape your inner life so that joy, trust, and love naturally shine through?

You are not alone. And it shows.

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Why Resolutions Fail and What Actually Works

1 januari 2026 · 15 min

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Every January, millions of people make bold resolutions.
And by mid-January… they’re negotiating with a Twinkie. Lees meer

In this teaching, John Ortberg draws on wisdom from Dallas Willard to explain why willpower alone always fails—and why that’s not because you’re weak, lazy, or spiritually defective.
The real issue isn’t effort. It’s vision.

We don’t fail because we want the Twinkie too much. We fail because we don’t yet have a compelling vision of life without it. This episode invites you to stop trying harder and start living inside a bigger, truer vision of life with God—one where God is here, God is able, and God is good.

Also, yes. Everyone has a Twinkie.

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Little Habits = Lasting Change

31 december 2025 · 12 min

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Why do so many goals fail, even when our intentions are good? Lees meer

John Ortberg explores why lasting change doesn’t begin with outcomes or even habits, but with identity. Drawing on wisdom from James Clear, the apostle Paul, and everyday experience, we’re invited to ask a deeper question: Who am I becoming?

Transformation isn’t about achieving “it.” It’s about becoming a certain kind of person and allowing small, faithful habits to shape us over time. This is a vision of change that is patient, grace-filled, and rooted in God’s work within us.

What if today isn’t about fixing everything, but about taking one small step toward the person God is forming?

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Learn to Be Content

30 december 2025 · 12 min

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We tend to believe contentment is always just around the corner. One change away. One upgrade away. One new season away. But what if that belief is the very thing stealing joy from our lives? Lees meer

John Ortberg reflects on wisdom from C. S. Lewis and The Screwtape Letters, inviting us to rediscover God’s gift of rhythm: change and permanence held together. Seasons that repeat. Days that feel familiar. Moments we rush past without seeing the miracle inside them.
Contentment, it turns out, isn’t about getting a new life. It’s about seeing the same life with new eyes. Eyes of gratitude. Eyes of love.

What if today, right now, is more than enough?

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Why Jesus Wasn’t as Worried as We Are

29 december 2025 · 12 min

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What if worry isn’t just a bad habit but a misunderstanding of reality? Lees meer

John Ortberg invites us to reconsider how we see God, how we see the world, and how we carry today’s concerns. What if trust is not passive resignation, but active attentiveness to a God who is already here?

Jesus taught that with a good and competent God present all around us, the universe is a perfectly safe place to be. Not easy. Not painless. But safe. In this episode, we sit with some of Jesus’ most unsettling words about anxiety, provision, and trust, alongside wisdom from Dallas Willard and an unforgettable illustration involving a dog, a wagging tail, and deep focus.

Take a breath. Look around. And consider living today as if Jesus was right.

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"This is Holy Ground" from John Ortberg

26 december 2025 · 3 min

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We will return with FRESH teaching from John on January 1st and then again January 19th for our new series: NO CONDEMNATION.

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19. Why Jesus Was Born in a Manger

25 december 2025 · 13 min

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Away in a Manger isn’t just a sweet song. It’s a radical message of hope. In today’s episode, John explores why Jesus was born in a manger, what that says about who He came for, and how Christmas answers the question we all carry: what will become of us? This episode is tender, thoughtful, and quietly powerful. A reminder that Jesus meets us where we are and heals what’s broken. Lees meer

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18. Your Soul Needs to Feel Its Worth

24 december 2025 · 15 min

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This song doesn’t just sound beautiful. It tells the truth about you. In today’s episode, John unpacks O Holy Night and explores what it means for the soul to feel its worth. From the Bible’s understanding of the soul to the surprising backstory of this carol, this episode offers a new way to talk to God, to yourself, and to others. If you’ve ever questioned your value, this one is for you. Lees meer

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17. The Surprising History Behind "Go Tell It on the Mountain"

23 december 2025 · 13 min

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This Christmas song isn’t just festive — it’s revolutionary. In today’s episode, John unpacks Go Tell It on the Mountain, tracing its roots through Scripture, the African American spiritual tradition, and the long struggle for freedom and dignity. From Isaiah’s prophecy to Watch Night services to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final Christmas sermon, this episode reminds us that good news is meant to be shared — and lived. Especially by those who think good news isn’t for them. Lees meer

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16. The Outsiders Were the First to Follow the Light

22 december 2025 · 13 min

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The “three kings” weren’t kings at all. They were outsiders. In today’s episode, John explores We Three Kings and what this carol teaches us about light, belonging, and letting go of what weighs us down. From sunrise reflections to strange gifts to the invitation to “travel light,” this episode is a reminder that no one is beyond the pale and everyone is welcome in the light of Christ. Lees meer

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Why the Birth of Jesus Changed Everything | John Orbterg

21 december 2025 · 28 min

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Regardless of what anyone believes about Jesus, it’s impossible to deny his impact. In this special Christmas teaching, John Ortberg asks a simple but profound question: Who is this man? Without religious hype or argument, this episode explores how one uneducated carpenter from Nazareth reshaped history, compassion, human dignity, education, art, forgiveness, and hope itself. If you’ve ever wondered why Jesus still matters, this is an invitation to look honestly and decide for yourself. Lees meer

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15. The Christmas Song from the Appalachian Trail

19 december 2025 · 13 min

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This is a Christmas episode for anyone carrying trouble. In today’s teaching, John explores I Wonder as I Wander, a carol born out of poverty and lament, and reflects on how suffering can sometimes become a meeting place with God. If life feels uncertain, confusing, or heavy right now, this episode offers permission to bring your whole heart to Jesus and wonder in the wandering. Lees meer

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14. Why Silence Is Where God Comes Closest

18 december 2025 · 13 min

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This Christmas carol was born out of a broken organ, a quiet night, and a simple guitar. In today’s episode, John explores Silent Night and invites us into a deeper understanding of intimacy, stillness, and God’s gentle presence. If you’re longing for connection with God or with others, this episode is a reminder that intimacy often begins in silence. Lees meer

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13. Why This Carol Isn’t About Feeling Merry

17 december 2025 · 14 min

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This Christmas carol isn’t saying “be happy.” It’s saying “be held.” In today’s episode, John unpacks the surprising meaning behind God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen and why this ancient song speaks directly to our need for strength, belonging, and hope. If you’ve been craving control but need peace instead, this one might change how you hear Christmas. Lees meer

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12. How to Have a "Merry Little Christmas"

16 december 2025 · 11 min

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Today John sits down at the piano and plays Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, then talks honestly about expectations, hope, and real life during the holidays. This episode isn’t about a perfect Christmas. It’s about a real one. The kind where joy shows up in ordinary moments and Jesus meets us right where we are. If the season feels full or messy or both, this one is a gentle reminder that there is still treasure here. Lees meer

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11. Why Christmas Is About Presence, Not Fixing (w/Rolf Geyling)

15 december 2025 · 20 min

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Today John sits down with Rolf Geyling, President of the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission, for an honest and moving Advent-conversation about suffering, generosity, and what it really means to be present. From powerful stories of life transformation to Rolf’s own journey through profound loss, this episode reminds us that Christmas is not about fixing pain, but about Emmanuel. God with us. Especially when life hurts. Lees meer

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10. What Handel Saw When He Wrote “Hallelujah”

12 december 2025 · 13 min

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Today John tells the incredible story behind Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus and why this single word shows up 48 times without losing its power. From Handel’s health collapsing to writing a 260-page oratorio in 24 days to the deep meaning of the word hallelujah itself, this episode is an invitation to let your whole life become an act of praise. If you need joy, strength, or a reminder that Jesus comes to imperfect people, this will speak to you. Lees meer

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9. Why the Christmas Story Keeps Spreading 2000 Years Later

11 december 2025 · 14 min

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Today John looks at the carol Angels From the Realms of Glory and asks what kind of power we are living in. Through the remarkable story of James Montgomery and a deep dive into the upside down “power rankings” of the Christmas story, we learn why real power is not control but love. This episode will help you see Jesus differently and invite you into one simple act of altruism today. Lees meer

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8. Why the Angels Say “Hark!” at Christmas

10 december 2025 · 14 min

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Today John takes us inside one of the richest carols ever written, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, and unpacks the deep meaning behind Wesley’s lyrics. From ancient words like welkin to the difference between chronos and kairos to what it really means that God took on flesh, this episode is an invitation to pay attention again. If you need peace, hope, healing, or a reminder that God is with you today, this one is going to speak right to your heart. Lees meer

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7. The Missing Character in the Christmas Story (w/Dr. John Witvliet)

9 december 2025 · 20 min

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Today John sits down with worship scholar Dr. John Witvliet to talk about the character we almost never include in our Christmas story. This episode uncovers why the Holy Spirit is actually central to Advent and why ancient prayers, global worship traditions, and even YouTube Christmas festivals can deepen our spiritual life right now. Come ready for fresh insight, a little history, and a reminder that Advent is about longing and joy held together. Lees meer

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6. Why You Crave Glory (And How Christmas Answers It)

8 december 2025 · 22 min

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Today John takes Angels We Have Heard on High and turns it into a masterclass on glory. Not the flashy, influencer kind of glory but the deep, soul-level kind that makes life feel meaningful again. From ancient Latin refrains to modern inspiration psychology to why Jesus put His whole self into the manger, this episode shows why glory is something your soul actually needs. Come ready for a little joy, a little conviction, and maybe a new way to live this week. Lees meer

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5. Do You See What God Sees?

5 december 2025 · 13 min

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Today’s episode takes Do You Hear What I Hear? from “nice old Christmas song” to “wait, this is actually about my life.” John unpacks the wild story of a man who survived the Nazis, fell in love without speaking the same language, and somehow wrote a carol that invites us to see the world the way God does. This is your gentle Advent reminder that God knows you on a level your closest friends don’t. So if you are ready to move from thin faith to thick, honest, fully-alive faith, this one is going to land. Lees meer

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4. This Christmas Song Will Change the Way You See People

4 december 2025 · 14 min

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Today John explores the meaning behind The First Noel and why the angels chose the most unlikely people to hear it first. This episode invites us to rediscover the wonder of the incarnation and to see every person we greet today as God’s best work. Noel is not just a word. It is the joyful shout that changes how we look at God, at ourselves, and at every person we meet. Lees meer

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3. Why the Gospel is Called the "Good News"

3 december 2025 · 14 min

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Today John unpacks the meaning behind Good Christian Men, Rejoice and why the repeated word “news” lies at the center of the gospel itself. Learn how this medieval carol confronts the false gospels of success, power, and self-reliance, and rediscover why the incarnation is not advice but news; the life-changing announcement that heaven is now open and God is present with us today. Lees meer

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2. How This Generous King Became a Christmas Legend

2 december 2025 · 15 min

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Today John unpacks the surprising story behind Good King Wenceslas:a carol based on Proverbs 11:25 and the life of a real historical ruler whose generosity transformed Bohemia. Discover how this song invites us to ask a different daily question (“What can I give?”), why generosity actually increases what we have, and how following in the steps of Jesus, and those who follow Him well, leads to a flourishing life. Lees meer

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1. The True Meaning of Joy to the World

1 december 2025 · 14 min

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Today John dives into the surprising backstory of Joy to the World and why this famous Christmas song was never meant to be a Christmas song at all. Written by Isaac Watts as a reflection on Psalm 98, this carol points to the three Advents: Jesus coming in Bethlehem, Jesus coming into our hearts today, and Jesus coming again to set all things right. Learn why singing shapes our soul, how “collective effervescence” connects us to God and each other, and how you can choose the song you carry into the world today. Lees meer

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How to Stop Feeling Anxious This Christmas (w/Steve Cuss)

28 november 2025 · 33 min

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Anxiety doesn’t just make you stressed — it makes you reactive. And reactivity spreads. In this powerful conversation, John Ortberg and Steve Cuss break down why family dynamics, stress, conflict, and unmet expectations trigger us… and how Jesus models a different way. Lees meer

Learn practical tools from systems theory, explore the false gospel of “the kingdom of me,” and discover how to become a non-anxious presence this Advent season.

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How to Give Thanks in Every Circumstance (Paul’s Real Meaning)

27 november 2025 · 12 min

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Happy Thanksgiving! Discover the real meaning behind the cornucopia and how it can reshape your entire perspective on gratitude. John explores Greek mythology, the biblical vision of abundance, the psychology of the negativity bias, and a deeply moving reading from Neal Plantinga about the gifts of creation. Lees meer

If you need a reminder that God is wildly generous — and that life is overflowing with gifts you already have — this Thanksgiving reflection is for you.

Watch now and begin your day with gratitude.

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Why Honesty Is So Hard

26 november 2025 · 11 min

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Honesty is one of the most valued qualities in relationships — yet one of the hardest to practice consistently. In this insightful conversation, John Ortberg and Dr. Rick Blackmon explore why honesty matters so deeply, why deception wounds us, and how truth-telling can rebuild intimacy and trust. Lees meer

Together they look at research from Christian Miller, the Honesty Project, and real stories from counseling — revealing practical ways we can grow in honesty starting today.

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The Most Courageous Song I’ve Ever Heard

26 november 2025 · 11 min

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This powerful true story from Burundi will change the way you think about courage, faith, and hope. John Ortberg shares the moving account of “Little Bird,” a Hutu teacher whose final act was to pray for his executioners and sing a hymn of surrender to Jesus. Lees meer

Discover what real Christian hope looks like — not in comfort, but in costly, radiant trust.

If you need strength today, this story will meet you.

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How to Be Grateful for the Ordinary with Laura Turner

24 november 2025 · 11 min

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Gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a practice, a perspective, and sometimes an act of courage. In this thoughtful and inspiring conversation, John and his daughter, Laura Turner, explore why gratitude matters, why it’s often difficult, how comparison distorts it, and how witnessing gratitude in others can change your life. Lees meer

Featuring quotes from Chesterton, insights from positive psychology, and a powerful poem by W.S. Merwin, this episode will deepen your appreciation for the ordinary moments of your day.

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