Become New with John Ortberg 18. This is What Happens When You Stop Chasing Fake Rabbits | John Ortberg
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Jul 9, 2025 Discover how social media's empty promises keep us chasing illusory goals, only to find dissatisfaction. Explore the metaphor of a retired greyhound pursuing a fake rabbit, urging a shift towards true fulfillment. Learn about the emergence of faith from knowledge and experience, likened to Old Faithful geyser. Embrace the call for faithfulness amidst modern distractions and deepen your connection with God to cultivate spiritual integrity.
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Chasing Fake Rabbits
- John Ortberg shares a story about a retired racing greyhound who chased a fake rabbit for ten years.
- This illustrates how people often chase false goals that do not bring true fulfillment.
False Idols as Fake Rabbits
- Works of the flesh like idolatry and selfish ambition are 'fake rabbits' that can't produce lasting joy.
- Pursuing these leads away from faithfulness and the true fruit of the Spirit.
Grow Faith by Knowing God
- Never try harder to have more faith directly; faith grows by knowing and observing God.
- Spend time with God to see His faithfulness and trustworthiness, which naturally builds faith.