Become New with John Ortberg 25. How to Keep Living with an Untroubled Heart | John Ortberg
May 9, 2025
In a humorous reflection on life’s messiness, John shares a chaotic wedding tale that spirals out of control due to an overly ambitious planner. He highlights the unpredictability of life with a heartfelt story about how love and community can help cultivate peace. Drawing from Scripture and personal anecdotes, he encourages listeners to embrace joy and stay anchored in faith, even amid troubles. Life may throw curveballs, but God’s unwavering love is a steady presence we can count on.
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Jesus' Promise of Peace
- Jesus invites us to live with untroubled hearts because our future is in his hands.
- He calls us friends and promises to live within us, enabling enduring peace despite troubles.
Wedding Disaster and Forgiveness
- A meticulously planned wedding by a controlling mother ended in disaster when the bride vomited down the aisle.
- Years later, the family laughed about the chaos, highlighting love and forgiveness as healing forces.
Trust to Keep Peace
- Do not let life's troubles unbalance your heart; trust God and Jesus to sustain you.
- Embrace Jesus' invitation to peace to live with an untroubled heart in a troubled world.