Become New with John Ortberg 13. How the 12 Steps Can Transform Anyone's Life (w/Ian Cron)
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Jan 29, 2025 
This conversation features Ian Cron, a pastor and author recognized for his insights on the Enneagram and the 12 steps. He discusses how the 12 Steps offer a transformative framework for personal and spiritual growth, applicable to anyone, not just those battling addiction. Ian shares poignant stories about spiritual awakenings and the struggle with compulsive behaviors, highlighting the significance of community and intimate connections with God. The episode encourages listeners to embrace change and spiritual transformation through these principles.
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Basement Grace
- Ian Cron shares a story about Gene, a pastor with a secret drinking problem.
- Gene found more grace in a church basement meeting than upstairs, highlighting the difference in acceptance.
Desperation as a Gift
- Churchgoers often view God as a preference, while those in recovery see God as a desperate need.
- The gift of desperation allows for deeper intimacy with God, as it's not just a casual preference.
Finding Desperation
- If you don't feel a desperate need for God, reflect on what might be preventing you from feeling it.
- Consider if these preventative actions could be addictions masking a deeper spiritual need.
