Become New with John Ortberg How to stay SANE when the headlines are crazy | John Ortberg
Jan 9, 2025
In a world of sensationalist media, maintaining mental peace is crucial. Discover four daily practices that promote reflection and spiritual well-being, including prayer and communal meals. Starting your day with scripture can significantly impact your mindset, encouraging a focus on the biblical over the technological. Exciting resources are on the way, tied to a new book, enhancing your spiritual journey.
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Common Rule for Sanity
- Incorporate Justin Earley's "Common Rule" for a more grounded life.
- Practice kneeling in prayer three times daily, share at least one meal with others, and have one phone-free hour.
C.S. Lewis's Prayer
- In the movie Shadowlands, C.S. Lewis kneels by his bed to pray each night.
- This simple act demonstrates humility and childlike faith, even in a brilliant scholar.
Shared Mealtime
- John Ortberg now has breakfast with his wife every morning.
- This shared meal and prayer time anchors their day and strengthens their relationship.
