Become New with John Ortberg

A short practice for living one day at a time and handling anxiety without trying to eliminate it. A memorable phrase—Own, don't enthrone—guides how to keep worry from ruling your mind. Practical steps: observe your inner voice, welcome anxious feelings, and name them to create distance. An invitation to bring anxieties to God instead of letting them take the throne.

A short talk on the three laws of relationship that centers on learning to notice others. Stories from Joseph’s life illustrate how suffering can open our eyes to people’s needs. Practical tips for observing, asking simple questions, and letting go of personal agendas to truly see and serve those around you.

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John Mark Comer, pastor and author focused on spiritual formation, shares ideas about slowing down. He explores hurry as the hidden root of anxiety, irritability, and spiritual dryness. He introduces the pace of love, ancient rhythms, and slowness as a spiritual strength. Practical steps include noticing hurry and using embodied practices like breath and fasting to reclaim presence.

A reflection on living one day at a time with a spirit of lightness. The origin and blunt wisdom of rule #62 encourage not taking yourself so seriously. Humor, humility, and laughter are explored as spiritual practices that resist pride. Stories and scripture highlight joy, receiving life gratefully, and practical ways to admit mistakes and embrace imperfection.

A short, counterintuitive lesson about easing effort and the surprising power of relaxing control. Stories show how painting, sports, music, and dating often improve when we try softer. Reflections on will, grace, and Jesus' invitation to rest frame practical steps for faith, relationships, work, and daily rhythm. Simple, relatable prompts to loosen grip and let life unfold.

A reflection on choosing a simple morning anchor to carry through the day. A look at Bonhoeffer’s practice of keeping the first thought focused on Christ. Thoughts on resisting past regrets and future worries by living in the present. Ideas about how the cross and resurrection free us to embrace today as a gift of grace.

A reflection on the journey from ashes to resurrection, using the grain-of-wheat metaphor to explore death, surrender, and multiplied life. A garden motif links Genesis and the empty tomb, with Mary Magdalene’s encounter and the roles of Joseph and Nicodemus. Themes of confession, community, and the difference between being buried and being planted drive a message of hope and new life.

What does the cross mean to you?

Reflections on humble, step‑by‑step spiritual growth framed in Holy Week. A focus on Jesus’ example of washing feet as a model of servanthood and loving action. Discussion of creating communities that welcome weakness and erase barriers. Connections between Christian practices and recovery work, and the call to serve in ordinary daily moments.