EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 26 MIN
41. Here's Exactly What Changed Paul’s Life
from Become New with John Ortberg · host Become New
How does someone go from being full of condemnation… to writing, “There is now no condemnation”?In this episode, John explores the transformation of Paul — a man driven by zeal, judgment, and certainty — who encounters the risen Jesus and sees everything differently.Drawing on insights from What Saint Paul Really Said, John unpacks what Paul actually meant by “justification by faith” — and why it’s not about earning salvation or simply believing a doctrine.You’ll learn:what Paul’s zeal was really aboutwhy “justification” means being vindicated, not just forgiventhe difference between trusting Jesus and believing about Himhow Jesus redefines who belongswhy seeing Jesus in others changes everythingAs you move through your day, you’re invited into a simple but powerful practice:“It could be the Lord.”Because when you begin to see people that way, condemnation starts to fall away.And there is now no condemnation.📚 Today's Resources:What Saint Paul Really Said — N. T. WrightInfluence from Scott McKnightHistorical scholarship from E. P. SandersRichard Hooker — on justification and faithRichard Rohr — referenced practice (“It could be the Lord”)🙌 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 855-888-0444EMAIL US at [email protected] OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/🤳Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/become.new/Music Credits:Believe Me by Glass Echoes - MB01UU8HNMQ8GT0Frost on My Window by Coldbrew - MB01IZWASF1DYPO
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How does someone go from being full of condemnation… to writing, “There is now no condemnation”? In this episode, John explores the transformation of Paul — a man driven by zeal, judgment, and certainty — who encounters the risen Jesus and sees everything differently. Drawing on insights from What Saint Paul Really Said, John unpacks what Paul actually meant by “justification by faith” — and why it’s not about earning salvation or simply believing a doctrine. You’ll learn: what Paul’s zea...
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