Become New with John Ortberg 20. Step 5: Why Hiding Your Sins is Keeping You Stuck | John Ortberg
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Feb 7, 2025 Confessing sins can lead to significant spiritual healing and personal growth. It emphasizes the importance of transparency in relationships, promoting genuine connections through our struggles. The podcast discusses how bringing hidden sins to light contrasts the innocence of childhood with adult guilt. It highlights the healing power of vulnerability, stressing the need to choose the right person for sharing personal challenges in a safe environment. Preparation and prayer are also featured as essential components for emotional release.
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Online vs. Reality
- Lori Gottlieb's book, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, reveals how people present idealized versions of themselves online.
- This highlights our need for honesty and transparency, especially in the context of confession.
Larissa and the Mud
- A little girl, Larissa, played with mud, calling it "warm chocolate," while asking her Nana not to look.
- Larissa's behavior reflects the human desire to hide wrongdoing, a burden that grows heavier with age.
Luther's Confession
- Martin Luther confessed even minor sins excessively, sometimes for hours.
- His confessor, Staupitz, urged him to confess actual significant sins, highlighting Luther's struggle with a perceived angry God.
