Become New with John Ortberg 37. Faith Isn’t Complete Until You Act
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Oct 16, 2025 Delve into the connection between faith and action, as Paul encourages us to practice what we learn. Explore how true belief translates into living out obedience, generosity, and love. Discover the power of apprenticeship through stories like Jane Goodall's mentorship. Reflect on the importance of those we choose to disciple under and the hidden lessons we gain from their example. Finally, understand how serving can shape our character and invite the profound peace of God into our lives.
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Faith Requires A Bias Toward Action
- Faith must move from thinking into doing; contemplation alone is incomplete.
- Paul urges a bias toward action: learn, receive, hear, see, then put into practice.
Jane Goodall’s Apprenticeship Sparked Discovery
- Jane Goodall began as an assistant and became a groundbreaking scientist by apprenticing under Louis Leakey.
- Her discovery of chimp tool use shows the power of learning from mentors and doing the work.
Receiving Means Becoming A Link In The Chain
- To 'receive' in the ancient context meant to internalize and memorize teaching to pass it on.
- Paul expects disciples to become links in a chain by mastering and transmitting what they receive.