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EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 13 MIN

35. The People Who Shaped Your Soul

from Become New with John Ortberg · host Become New

What if one of the greatest gifts you could give someone is helping them develop a taste for what is good?In this reflection on Psalm 34, John Ortberg revisits the famous invitation:"Taste and see that the Lord is good."But this time he explores a surprising idea: every one of us is a tastemaker.Through stories from Anthony Bourdain, insights from C. S. Lewis and G. K. Chesterton, and reflections on gratitude, beauty, and influence, John explores how our loves shape the people around us.This episode explores:- Psalm 34 and God's goodness- Anthony Bourdain's life-changing oyster- C.S. Lewis and The Weight of Glory- G.K. Chesterton on wonder and gratitude- How taste is formed- Becoming a tastemaker for goodnessScriptures:- Psalm 34#Psalm34 #JohnOrtberg #TasteAndSee #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #Prayer #Gratitude #CSLewis #Chesterton #Psalms📚 Today's Resources:axis.orgG.K. Chesterton, Autobiography C.S. Lewis, “The Weight of Glory”🙌 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:Vikersund by RØRE - MB01V0UASAACPKEAlta by RØRE - MB01IWZVJASGKHF00:00 Taste and See That the Lord Is Good00:18 What Happens When You Lose Your Sense of Taste?01:12 Every Joy Is a Gift01:53 Chivalry Is Dead (The Zombie Joke)02:23 Anthony Bourdain's First Oyster03:24 "It Tasted of the Future"03:58 C.S. Lewis & The Weight of Glory04:53 We Were Made to Taste Beauty05:24 G.K. Chesterton & Wonder05:56 The Birthday Present of Birth06:19 How Taste Is Formed07:03 Taste for Beauty, Truth & Goodness07:34 Who Shaped Your Taste?07:56 Loving What You Love Out Loud08:44 You Are a Tastemaker09:14 Helping Others Discern What Is Good09:51 Taste and See10:34 Don't Become a Zombie10:50 The Lord Is Good

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What if one of the greatest gifts you could give someone is helping them develop a taste for what is good? In this reflection on Psalm 34, John Ortberg revisits the famous invitation: "Taste and see that the Lord is good." But this time he explores a surprising idea: every one of us is a tastemaker. Through stories from Anthony Bourdain, insights from C. S. Lewis and G. K. Chesterton, and reflections on gratitude, beauty, and influence, John explores how our loves shape the people around u...

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