What if lasting spiritual transformation isn't about trying harder?

In this opening episode of our Become New series, John Ortberg introduces Dallas Willard's classic The Renovation of the Heart and explores Jesus' invitation to become people whose lives are transformed from the inside out. Rather than focusing on behavior modification, this conversation examines the deeper renovation of the heart, the nature of spiritual thirst, and the promise of living water that satisfies our deepest longings.

If you've ever felt stuck, spiritually dry, or frustrated by repeated attempts to change yourself, this episode offers a hopeful vision of how genuine transformation happens through life with Jesus.

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Music Credits:
Welcome to the World by Sarah Watson, License #MB01LXS9AQLSJGH

This episode was originally released in January 2022.
Find all episodes from this series (Become New) here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UFQxspz4fgd8L6D3GUFridT

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00:00 Introduction
01:18 Why We Struggle to Change
03:34 Jesus' Two Greatest Priorities
05:55 Becoming People of Love
07:50 Introducing Dallas Willard
10:25 The Invitation Into Another World
14:08 Living Beyond Spiritual Thirst
18:10 Transformation vs. Behavior Modification
21:35 Life in the Desert
25:48 The Invitation to Become New
28:10 Final Encouragement