Become New with John Ortberg Idiot Lights for the Soul | John Ortberg
Aug 21, 2025
Explore the metaphor of warning lights to understand spiritual well-being and inner peace. Delve into the complexities of human nature and the often-denied state of our souls. Discover how community perceptions shape our understanding of sin, moving from external notions of success to internal reflections. Examine the misinterpretation of sin and its implications for identity. Confront denial as a pathway for spiritual growth while embracing prayer for healing and hope.
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Car Idiot Light Sparks Soul Metaphor
- John describes his car's tire pressure warning light and imagines souls having similar idiot lights.
- He uses this story to ask why we can monitor cars but struggle to notice inner spiritual problems.
Denial Protects The Will
- Dallas Willard argues the core human problem is wanting to be God, producing pervasive denial.
- Denial blinds people to obvious realities and protects the will from sustained truth.
Laundromat Moment Breaks Denial
- John recounts being proud of serving a 'successful people' church until a laundromat encounter shattered that pride.
- The different context exposed denial and humbled his self-esteem tied to status.
