53. The Surprising Cure for Loneliness
What if the cure for loneliness isn't finding more people... but learning to be alone? In this reflection on Psalm 139, John Ortberg explores one of the deepest realities of being human: our longing ...
15 Heinä 13min
52. Does God Feel Far Away?
What do you do when you feel completely forsaken? In this reflection on Psalm 22, John Ortberg explores one of the most haunting prayers in all of Scripture: "My God, my God, why have You forsaken m...
14 Heinä 11min
51. This Law Explains the Whole Bible (Psalm 113)
Who really gets the good stuff? In this reflection on Psalm 113, John Ortberg explores what Dallas Willard called the Law of Inversion—one of the great themes running through the entire Bible. Again...
13 Heinä 13min
50. These Two Words Will Change Your Life
What if the two most freeing words you could say are: "I can't." In this reflection on Psalm 143, John Ortberg explores why admitting our limitations isn't failure—it's the beginning of faith. Thro...
10 Heinä 11min
49. Why God Doesn’t Reveal Everything At Once
Is denial always a bad thing? In this reflection on Psalm 39, John Ortberg explores one of the Bible's strangest prayers: "Look away from me." Why would anyone pray that? Drawing on insights from D...
9 Heinä 14min
48. The Opposite of Fear Isn't Courage
Is the opposite of fear really courage? In this reflection on Psalm 27, John Ortberg offers a surprising answer: No. The opposite of fear is God’s presence. Drawing on the wisdom of Dallas Willard,...
8 Heinä 13min
47. What God Actually Wants
What actually makes someone a good person? In this reflection on Psalm 51, John Ortberg explores one of the most important differences between religion and the teaching of Jesus. David doesn't simpl...
7 Heinä 13min
46. Glenn Packiam: Don't Let a Wounded Heart Become a Bitter Spirit
What do you do when prayer feels impossible? In this conversation, John Ortberg is joined by pastor and author Glenn Packiam to reflect on Psalm 73 and the reality of spiritual slumps. Glenn shares ...
6 Heinä 13min
