Become New with John Ortberg 27. Step 8: Here's Exactly How to Make Amends with Someone | John Ortberg
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Feb 18, 2025 Discover the transformative power of making amends in relationships, inspired by Jesus' teachings on love and forgiveness. Delve into the challenging journey of acknowledging personal faults and the necessity of accountability. Learn how introspection and recognizing the harm done are crucial steps towards healing and reconciliation. This discussion emphasizes the importance of prioritizing relationships over ritual and highlights the path to genuine connection.
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Making Amends
- Make a list of all persons you've harmed, focusing on becoming willing to make amends.
- This aligns with Jesus's teachings on prioritizing reconciliation in relationships.
Ordination Council Incident
- John Ortberg recounts a painful memory where he behaved poorly during an ordination council, asking harsh questions.
- He reflects on his tendency to forget things he's ashamed of.
Creating Your List
- Create a list, detailing each person harmed, the nature of the harm, and your character defect.
- Ask yourself if you are willing to forgive them, too.