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How to Live in the Present | John Ortberg

How to Live in the Present | John Ortberg

Preacher: John Ortberg
Tradition: Non-denominational Evangelical
Published: Oct 27, 2021
Length: 11:28

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There’s a big difference between going to and going through. How to live in the present—with a slight caveat. Here's John Ortberg on how to make this the Shank of the Day. In this series, Passage to Wisdom, John reflects on passages from books that have found particular influence in his life. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel BecomeNew.Me and say hello 👋 in the comments. Don't forget to tap the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when the next episode releases. CONNECT WITH US AT: 🎙Podcast: http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/... 🤳Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/becomenew.me 📲 For daily alerts, text the word BECOME to the number 56525a 📧 Invite a friend by sharing the link: https://bit.ly/3RJkyhP #becomenew #johnortberg #goldenhour #inward #gentle #forward #life #death #purpose #remind #learn # joy #calling #wakingup #woke #choose #know #want #devotional #think #Jesus #believe #ScrewtapeLetters #people #perception #humanity #spirit #spiritual #life #death #CSLewis #ortberg

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