Become New with John Ortberg

Does venting actually help? Do other people make us angry? Is the absence of anger always a sign of spiritual maturity? John Ortberg examines five common anger myths and explores how our interpretations, habits, and conversations shape our responses. Drawing from Proverbs 29:11 and reflections from Dallas Willard, John invites us to bring our anger before God and learn a more constructive way forward. Today: pause and ask, “What story am I telling myself?” #BecomeNew #JohnOrtberg #Ange...

Envy grows in secrecy. John Ortberg guides us through an honest confession, helping us name the comparisons and resentments we often keep hidden. Drawing from Psalm 73 and Petrarch’s account of envious friendship, John invites us to acknowledge our envy, repair harm where needed, and ask God for the freedom to celebrate others. Take a few quiet minutes to pray along. God meets our honesty with forgiveness and help. #BecomeNew #JohnOrtberg #Envy #Confession #SpiritualGrowth 🙌 New episodes ...

Why didn’t Jesus envy anyone? John Ortberg explores how envy distorts our vision, damages our speech, and turns someone else’s happiness into our pain. Through Giotto’s striking painting of envy, 1 Corinthians 13, and Romans 12:15, John offers a different way: learn to identify with others and share their joy. Today, choose one person to celebrate sincerely. Ask Jesus to help you rejoice with those who rejoice. #BecomeNew #JohnOrtberg #Envy #Love #SpiritualGrowth 🙌 New episodes every...

Why can a good life suddenly feel insufficient when we compare it with someone else’s? John Ortberg explores the discontent and entitlement underneath envy. Through biblical stories, George Herbert’s poetry, and an honest encounter over a cup of coffee, John offers three practices: notice your gifts, release special treatment, and admire good character. Today, interrupt comparison with gratitude and take one small step toward the goodness you admire. #BecomeNew #JohnOrtberg #Envy #Gratitud...

What lies underneath envy? John Ortberg explores how comparison, discontent, and entitlement steal our joy, then offers three practical antidotes: gratitude, humility in ordinary situations, and admiration for good character. Drawing from biblical stories and George Herbert’s counsel, “Be not thine own worm,” John invites us to stop feeding resentment and notice the goodness already around us. Today: give thanks, release a demand for special treatment, and practice a quality you admire in s...