Learning something new is a fabulous way to be refreshed. When work can grind you down, something about learning a new activity thrills the soul. It reminds you that the world is bigger than your desk and your to-do list. John Ortberg activitybigdesk share on social
We call an obsession with having someone's approval 'co-dependency;' the Bible's word for it is idolatry. A country can be an idol. A family can be an idol. John Ortberg approvalbiblecall Change image and share on social
God has entrusted us with his most precious treasure - people. He asks us to shepherd and mold them into strong disciples, with brave faith and good character. John Ortberg askbravecharacter Change image and share on social
Congregations shaped by the Scriptures generally have preachers who are shaped by the Scriptures. John Ortberg congregationgenerallypreacher Change image and share on social
'Who Is This Man?' is about the impact of Jesus on human history. Most people - including most Christians - simply have no idea of the extent to which we live in a Jesus-impacted world. John Ortberg christianextenthistory Change image and share on social
To have my mind racing and my heart beating fast over glorious possibilities is very close to the summit of life experience for me. John Ortberg beatcloseexperience Change image and share on social
The only true and lasting inspiration for life is genuine love for God, and submitted gratitude that I get to be a part of the redemptive quest. John Ortberg genuinegodgratitude Change image and share on social
The hurried can become unhurried. But it will not happen by trying alone, nor will it happen instantly. You will have to enter a life of training. John Ortberg enterhappenhurry Change image and share on social
For most of us, the great danger is not that we will renounce our faith. It is that we will become so distracted and rushed and preoccupied that we will settle for a mediocre version of it. We will just skim our lives instead of actually living them. John Ortberg dangerdistractfaith share on social
I have given up the idea that there is an opposition-free church out there. But I have gained something else - an appreciation for the gift of opposition. When it comes, I learn something about my motives. When it comes, I get to test my courage. John Ortberg appreciationchurchcourage share on social
