Become New with John Ortberg 3. "Neither Do I Condemn You" —Jesus
Jan 22, 2026
Explore the powerful impact of self-condemnation and the stories we tell ourselves. Discover how shame shapes our thoughts and how Jesus offers a transformative perspective. John Ortberg discusses the distinction between discernment and harmful judgment in communities. Uncover the hidden wounds we all carry and how they influence our reactions. Learn about inviting Jesus into everyday interactions for greater freedom and clarity, emphasizing that in Christ, there is no condemnation.
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What Condemnation Really Means
- Condemnation declares a person wholly bad and excludes them from community.
- John Ortberg says abandoning condemnation opens the power of God's kingdom to bless others.
The Subway Story That Changes Anger
- John retells Stephen Covey's subway story where an angry passenger learns the children are grieving.
- The sudden context shift turns anger into compassion and changes the story he tells himself.
Stories Mediate Reaction
- Events don't cause our reactions; the stories we tell about events do.
- Ortberg emphasizes we are storytellers and those narratives shape our responses and judgments.
