Become New with John Ortberg 16. My Mind Needs Help
Aug 30, 2021
A reflection on spotting which thoughts come from God and which do not. A look at nighttime worry and how fear-driven brain circuits push us toward quick relief. An introduction to the 'wise advocate' idea and how it connects to the Spirit. A short practice: detect deceptive thoughts, dismiss them, and breathe in power, love, and self-discipline.
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Spirit Produces Power Love And SelfDiscipline
- God’s Spirit produces power, love, and self-discipline rather than timidity or fear.
- John Ortberg cites 2 Timothy 1:7 to show fearful thoughts are not from the Spirit and contrasts timidity with Spirit-given capacities.
Middle Of The Night WorstCase Thinking
- John Ortberg shares waking at 3 AM and imagining worstcase scenarios that fuel fear and rumination.
- He recounts a friend Rick's line: rarely do people do their best thinking at 3 o'clock in the morning.
Wise Advocate Recognizes Deceptive Brain Messages
- Jeffrey Schwartz’s concept of a Wise Advocate is an attentive inner voice that recognizes deceptive brain messages.
- The Wise Advocate sees worth, detects habitual unhealthy reactions, and encourages rational decisions aligned with core values.
