Become New with John Ortberg 29. Step 9: Healing Broken Relationships | John Ortberg
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Feb 20, 2025 Discover the transformative power of making amends as the podcast delves into personal journeys of healing and forgiveness. It draws inspiration from classic tales to illustrate how confronting past mistakes can lead to profound joy and generosity. The significance of reconciliation is explored through biblical examples, emphasizing the courage needed to mend broken relationships. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own journeys towards redemption and the impact of self-reflection in their lives.
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Making Amends
- Make direct amends to those you've harmed, unless it would cause further harm.
- Ask God for guidance and a loving heart in this process.
Seeing Your Sins
- Recognizing your sins is a significant spiritual achievement.
- Seeking to make amends demonstrates active participation in the kingdom of God.
Amends in the Bible
- Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, initially fearful followers of Jesus, publicly identified with him after the crucifixion.
- This act symbolized the beginning of their amends for their prior fear and hiddenness.
