Become New with John Ortberg How to Give Thanks in Every Circumstance (Paul’s Real Meaning)
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Nov 27, 2025 Dive into the true meaning of gratitude this Thanksgiving! Discover the fascinating origin of the cornucopia and its ties to Greek mythology. Explore a biblical vision of abundance that contrasts with our everyday negativity bias. John delves into the importance of practicing gratitude and outlines four key facets of thanksgiving. Listeners are invited to reflect on gifts from creation, the beauty of everyday blessings, and the profound spiritual gifts that shape our lives. Wrap it all up with a guided prayer to express heartfelt thanks!
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Origin Story Of The Cornucopia
- John Ortberg recounts the Greek origin story of the cornucopia involving Zeus and a goat's horn that becomes magically abundant.
- He contrasts that myth with the biblical view of a generous God who offers true abundance.
God's Abundance Is Holistic
- John Ortberg emphasizes that God offers abundance not only materially but spiritually through love, joy, and peace.
- He invites listeners to recognize all of life as a continuous gift to be tasted and acknowledged.
Negativity Bias Skews Gratitude
- Ortberg explains the negativity bias which makes negative experiences weigh more heavily than positives.
- He uses the image that one cockroach can spoil a bowl of cherries to show how perception skews away from gratitude.
