Become New with John Ortberg 40. LIVE Conclusion: We Should Get Out More | John Ortberg & Tim Williams
Aug 8, 2025
Explore the impact of technology on communication and literacy, addressing concerns over declining critical thinking. Discover how overcoming boredom can ignite creativity and deep connections. Delve into the joy of shared struggles through offline relationships and authentic conversations. Enjoy heartwarming stories of family bonding through nature and music while emphasizing mindful tech usage. Finally, get a sneak peek into the upcoming series on Philippians, which focuses on personal growth and community support.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Thinking Is Becoming A Luxury
- Mary Harrington warns that thinking and literacy are declining in a short-form media age.
- John Ortberg says this environment acts like cognitive junk food that erodes attention.
Renewing The Mind Is Spiritual Work
- John Ortberg cites Romans 12: don't be conformed but be transformed by renewing your mind.
- He warns that attention and focus determine spiritual formation and moral discernment.
Tried ClearSpace For Accountability
- John Ortberg discovered Royce Pranning's ClearSpace app and downloaded it for accountability.
- He invited his friend Rick to join and monitor their screen lives together.
