Become New with John Ortberg

Saying YES to Life is Saying YES to God (2022) TOURNIER

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Jun 9, 2025
Listeners are encouraged to engage deeply in their spiritual journey and embrace each moment. The discussion highlights how personal faith can provide renewal during tough times. A powerful story illustrates the joy found in overcoming hardship and letting go of the past. Generosity emerges as a key theme, showcasing how acts of kindness can alleviate worries, fostering community strength and positivity. Ultimately, embracing life with gratitude leads to a more fulfilling existence.
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ADVICE

Say Yes to Life and God

  • Choose to be fully present in the moment and actively say yes to life and God's call.
  • Seek to listen and respond positively to what is good and inspiring.
ANECDOTE

Elderly Woman’s Journey to Saying Yes

  • An elderly woman lost her fiancé tragically yet finds new life and maturity in faith despite suffering.
  • She realized saying no to life affected her health, but saying yes to God brought overflowing new life.
INSIGHT

Personhood as Dynamic Potential

  • The deepest self is not fixed but a potential shaped by God day by day.
  • Introspection can't find what God will awaken tomorrow; personal growth comes through God's call and action.
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