Become New with John Ortberg 6. Where to Look if You Haven't Found What You're Looking For
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Jun 21, 2021 Questions about where to look when life feels empty. A fresh take on Jesus' teaching about worry and seeking God's kingdom. Practical examples of forming a habit of searching for God's work in everyday tasks and people. Ideas for simple morning and evening practices to stay attentive to God's presence.
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Young Mom Thought Devotions Defined Seeking
- A young mom thought seeking the kingdom meant long morning devotions and lost that when kids arrived.
- Ortberg shares her surprise that parenting work — love, service, sacrifice — might count even more as kingdom-seeking.
Look Everywhere Until You Find It
- Seek means actively look everywhere until you find it.
- John Ortberg compares seeking to hunting for car keys or a lost day timer and insists you search broadly and persistently.
Kingdom Defined As Where God Is At Work
- A kingdom is the range of effective will where someone has influence.
- Ortberg defines the kingdom of God as where God is at work, shifting the search to spotting God's activity around you.