Become New with John Ortberg

There is a competition that tears down, and a competition that builds up. Find out how to “lead the league in love”.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: How to Out-Do 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://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me 📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #serve #life #death #purpose #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

Disappointment isn’t just inevitable; it’s somehow an essential part of the journey of redemption.  In it we can find humanity, and find  promises that are yet greater.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: Finding God in Disappointment  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #disappointment #life #death #purpose #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

Scotty Scruggs and I talk about how growth happens at the edge of discomfort. Lean in.  Title: Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #discomfort #comfort #life #death #purpose #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

Why does my mind wander all over when I pray? There’s actually a good reason—and a good way to respond.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: It's Not Life or Death  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #life #death #purpose #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

Why does my mind wander all over when I pray?   There’s actually a good reason—and a good way to respond.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: (un)Distracted  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #prayer #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

Our pal Rick Blackmon is back!  Learn what people regret more than any other single event in life. And how to prevent it.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: Life's #1 Regret  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #regret #regrets #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

The wiser people are, the more sources of life and direction they discover.  God is constantly sending us the reminders we need.  They’re available today.  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 portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to "Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters is the most engaging account of temptation—and triumph over it—ever written.   Title: The Wise Learn From Everywhere  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/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me 📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: BecomeNew.Me  #becomenew #johnortberg #wisdom #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

A lively dive into finding joy amid suffering through stories from Dickens and Scripture. The conversation spotlights Mark Tapley’s odd determination to stay jolly in hardship and how caring for others reshapes character. It connects suffering to endurance, hope, and unexpected transformation. The message urges trusting through trials to become a blessing to others.

A lively take on C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters and what it reveals about temptation and human motives. A contrast between aiming for unselfishness and aiming for true love. A critique of reductionist views of human nature and how forced altruism can backfire. Practical questions for balancing desire with genuinely blessing others.

A reflection on moving from professed belief to living the mental map of Jesus. A look at C.S. Lewis's Screwtape and how pride, belonging, and spiritual exclusivity warp our relationships. Social research about group bias gets a spotlight. Practical challenges and a real-life example push listeners to value everyone they meet.