Become New with John Ortberg Episode 6 - Good-Enough Faith
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Mar 5, 2021 A short dive into what ‘good-enough’ faith looks like compared with heroic leaps. Uses the good-enough parent idea to explain spiritual growth. Traces Abraham’s messy journey—doubt, hedging, and surprising outcomes. Explores why ambiguity can shape character and offers a practical nudge to trust imperfect faith.
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Good Enough Faith Defined
- John Ortberg defines good enough faith as trusting God without needing heroic or perfect belief.
- He frames the journey as starting with admitting personal inadequacy and then relying on God's adequacy.
Abraham Leaves Ur As A Faith Example
- Ortberg uses Abraham's call to leave his home as an example of faith that was sufficient but not flawless.
- Abraham obeyed God and left Ur, showing reliance despite ambiguity and uncertainty.
Double Minded Trust In Abraham
- Abraham is portrayed as double-minded: he trusts God yet schemes backup plans like bringing Lot and naming a servant heir.
- These actions reveal a mixed faith that oscillates between reliance and contingency.