Become New with John Ortberg 14. Why Silence Is Where God Comes Closest
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Dec 18, 2025 Discover the fascinating tale of how a broken organ led to the creation of the timeless carol, Silent Night. Delve into the profound intimacy and stillness it inspires, as John reflects on the nature of connection with God and others. Learn about the importance of vulnerability in relationships and the concept of bids for intimacy. Explore God's everyday invitations and how recognizing these moments can deepen your spiritual journey. This heartwarming conversation invites you to embrace silence as a pathway to closeness.
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Silent Night Born From A Broken Organ
- Joseph Mohr wrote the poem and, after the church organ failed, asked Franz Gruber to set it to music quickly for Christmas Eve 1818.
- They performed the carol with a guitar, and 'Silent Night' was born from that unplanned moment.
Intimacy Is Shared Experience
- Dallas Willard defines life primarily as experience, a ceaseless flow of consciousness and perception.
- He then defines intimacy as shared experience, which produces connection and oneness.
Invite Without Pressuring Others
- Invite others into your experiences vulnerably and allow them to respond authentically without pressuring them to mirror you.
- Avoid treating another's different response as failure; that destroys rather than builds intimacy.