Become New with John Ortberg 11. Step 3: The True Meaning Behind 'Lose Your Life to Find It' | John Ortberg
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Jan 27, 2025 Dive into powerful themes of surrender and spiritual growth through compelling stories, including a World War II narrative that illustrates true freedom. The discussion emphasizes embracing self-denial and finding purpose, drawing on the insights of figures like Dag Hammarskjöld and Martin Luther King Jr. Explore how releasing worldly attachments can shape daily choices and embody faith in acts of generosity. Discover the transformative connection between wealth and spiritual commitment, encouraging trust in divine provision.
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Embrace Surrender
- Deny yourself and take up your cross, embracing surrender to God's will.
- This detachment from ego and worldly desires leads to true spiritual life.
Freedom in Surrender
- Surrendering to God's will brings freedom from petty concerns.
- This allows alignment with spiritual reality and a greater life.
Cross Analogy
- John Ortberg uses the imagery of a person carrying their cross to execution.
- They're not worried about worldly things, illustrating the detachment surrender brings.
