Why Nothing Ever Feels Like Enough (2022)

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.Subscribe for the rest of this 15-part journey through The Renovation of the Heart as we explore what it truly means to become new.🙌 New episodes every weekday.📲 Subscribe, like, and share to help others grow spiritually. One day at a time.Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT us at 51504EMAIL US at [email protected] OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text NEW to 51504SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our teamDOWNLOAD FREE STUDY GUIDES: BecomeNew.com/study-guides😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/🤳Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/become.new/Music Credits:Welcome to the World by Sarah Watson, License #MB01LXS9AQLSJGHThis episode was originally released in January 2022.Find all episodes from this series (Become New) here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Egad-Un8UFQxspz4fgd8L6D3GUFridTFor more from Dallas Willard check out The Dallas Willard Podcast:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373226 00:00 Introduction01:18 Why We Struggle to Change03:34 Jesus' Two Greatest Priorities05:55 Becoming People of Love07:50 Introducing Dallas Willard10:25 The Invitation Into Another World14:08 Living Beyond Spiritual Thirst18:10 Transformation vs. Behavior Modification21:35 Life in the Desert25:48 The Invitation to Become New28:10 Final Encouragement