Audiobooks by John Ortberg

Your Magnificent Chooser: Teaching Kids to Make Godly Choices

We all have choices to make every day, even the youngest children. The choices we make play a large part in forming who we grow to be as adults. For kids, those choices can include whether to be obedient or disobedient, to share or be selfish, to have a good attitude or not, and more. John Ortberg addresses the ability to choose in a whimsical way by inviting children to use their magnificent chooser that God gave them to make right choices daily. Parents will love reading this book to their kids, and kids will enjoy the content while learning lessons that will stay with them throughout their lives.

John Ortberg (Author), John Ortberg (Narrator)

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Who Is This Man?

Jesus' impact on our world is highly unlikely, widely inescapable, largely unknown, and decidedly double-edged. It is unlikely in light of the severe limitations of his earthly life; it is inescapable because of the range of impact; it is unknown because history doesn't connect dots; and it is doubled-edged because his followers have wreaked so much havoc, often in his name. He is history's most familiar figure, yet he is the man no one knows. His impact on the world is immense and non-accidental. From the Dark Ages to Post-Modernity he is the Man who won't go away. And yet . . .you can miss him in historical lists for many reasons, maybe the most obvious being the way he lived his life. He did not loudly and demonstrably defend his movement in the spirit of a rising political or military leader. He did not lay out a case that history would judge his brand of belief superior in all future books. His life and teaching simply drew people to follow him. He made history by starting in a humble place, in a spirit of love and acceptance, and allowing each person space to respond. His vision of life continues to haunt and challenge humanity. His influence has swept over history bringing inspiration to what has happened in art, science, government, medicine, and education; he has taught humans about dignity, compassion, forgiveness, and hope.

Arthur Morey, John Ortberg (Author), Arthur Morey (Narrator)

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When the Game Is Over, It All Goes Back in the Box

Remember the thrill of winning at checkers or Parcheesi? You become the Master of the Board---the victor over everyone else. But what happens after that, asks bestselling author John Ortberg. You know the answer: It all goes back in the box. You don't get to keep one token, one chip, one game card. In the end, the spoils of the game add up to nothing. Using popular games as a metaphor for our temporal lives, When the Game Is Over, It All Goes Back in the Box neatly sorts out what's fleeting and what's permanent in God's kingdom. Being Master of the Board is not the point; being rich toward God is. Winning the game of life on Earth is a temporary victory; loving God and other people with all our hearts is an eternal one. Using humor, terrific stories, and a focus on winning 'the right trophies,' Ortberg paints a vivid picture of the priorities that all Christians will want to embrace.

John Ortberg (Author), John Ortberg (Narrator)

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When Life Isn't Perfect

The Christian's Happiness by Timothy J. Keller - Your bad things turn out for good, your good things can never be lost, and the best things are yet to come. Fourth Man in the Furnace by John Ortberg - Christ meets us in our worst trials. Loss, Loyalty, and Lament by Mark Mitchell - In the midst of our loss, God is still at work, and his ultimate aim is to bless. God In Our Sorrow by Mark Buchanan - God meets us in the whole range of our human experience.

John Ortberg, Mark Buchanan, Mark Mitchell, Timothy J Keller, Timothy J. Keller (Author), John Ortberg, Mark Buchanan, Mark Mitchell, Timothy J Keller, Timothy J. Keller (Narrator)

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Waiting On God

When God Doesn't Listen by Francis Chan - Prayer should not be taken lightly in connection with individual and communal sin. Submission through Prayer by James MacDonald - Prayerful submission enables us to experience God’s grace and peace. Waiting On God by John Ortberg - Waiting on the Lord is the hardest work of hope. Why We Shouldn't Give Up On Prayer by Bill Hybels - We must persevere through hindrances to prayer.

Bill Hybels, Francis Chan, James MacDonald, James Macdonald, John Ortberg (Author), Bill Hybels, John Ortberg (Narrator)

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The Me I Want to Be

The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg---the bestselling author of When the Game Is Over, It All Goes Back in the Box; God Is Closer Than You Think; and The Life You've Always Wanted---will help you discover spiritual vitality like never before as you learn to 'live in the flow of the spirit.' But if God has a perfect vision for your life, why does spiritual growth seem so difficult? John Ortberg has some intriguing answers to that question, and he has organized his thoughts and God's words into a straightforward and timely guide for living your best life in The Me I Want to Be. This book will show how God's perfect vision for you starts with a powerful promise. All those who trust in God 'will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit' (Jeremiah 17:7-8). Ortberg urges you to recognize your brokenness, understand that God is the project manager, and follow His directions. The author first helps gauge your spiritual health and measure the gap between where you are now and where God intends you to be. Then he provides detailed tasks and exercises to help you live in the flow of the Spirit, circumventing real-world barriers---pain and sorrow, temptations, self-doubt, sin---to flourish even in a dark and broken world. As you start living in the flow, you will feel: --- a deeper connection with God --- a growing sense of joy --- an honest recognition of your brokenness --- less fear, more trust --- a growing sense of being 'rooted in love' --- a deeper sense of purpose God invites you to join Him in crafting an abundant and joy-filled life. The Me I Want to Be shows you how to graciously accept His invitation.

John Ortberg (Author), John Ortberg (Narrator)

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The Life You've Always Wanted

The heart of Christianity is about transformation---about a God who isn't just concerned with our 'spiritual lives,' but who wants to impact every aspect of living. It's realizing that God meets us not in a monastery but on Main Street, and that all of ordinary, daily life has the potential to be lived as if Jesus himself were the one living it. Offering modern perspectives on the ancient path of the spiritual disciplines, The Life You've Always Wanted guides us on a journey beyond performance and externalism to a life marked by joy, peace, kindness, and all the signs of a faith that's vital and growing. Now with an added chapter on prayer, this expanded edition of the ECPA best-seller offers an encouraging and challenging approach to a Christian life that's worth living---life on the edge that fills our ordinary world with meaning, hope, change, and growing closeness with Christ.

Jay Charles, John Ortberg (Author), J. Charles, Jay Charles, Zondervan Publishing (Narrator)

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Soul Keeping: Caring For the Most Important Part of You

When is the last time you thought about the state of your soul? The health of your soul isn't just a matter of saved or unsaved. It's the hinge on which the rest of your life hangs. It's the difference between deep, satisfied spirituality and a restless, dispassionate faith. In an age of materialism and consumerism that tries to buy its way to happiness, many souls are starved and unhealthy, unsatisfied by false promises of status and wealth. We've neglected this eternal part of ourselves, focusing instead on the temporal concerns of the world---and not without consequence. Bestselling author John Ortberg presents another classic that will help you discover your soul---the most important connection to God there is---and find your way out of the spiritual shallow-lands to true divine depth. With characteristic insight and an accessible story-filled approach, Ortberg brings practicality and relevance to one of Christianity's most mysterious and neglected topics.

John Ortberg (Author), Tommy Cresswell (Narrator)

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Si quieres caminar sobre las aguas tiene que salir de la barca

John Ortberg, Zondervan Publishing (Author), Alberto Cepeda Zubieta, Alberto Zubieta, Zondervan Publishing (Narrator)

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Overcoming Your Shadow Mission

The challenges, isolation, and relentless demands of leadership can inspire a variety of fears in the heart of a leader; among them fear of failure, fear of mutiny, fear of criticism, fear of disappointing people. However, the greatest fear leaders face is not something that might happen to them, but something that can happen in them---a degeneration of the heart that robs them of their calling and leaves a deep soul dissatisfaction in its place. John Ortberg describes this menacing fear in terms of mission and shadow mission. A mission is the highest purpose to which God calls us; a shadow mission is an authentic mission that has been derailed, often in imperceptible ways. Ortberg writes, 'Part of what makes the shadow mission so tempting is that it's usually so closely related to our gifts and passions. It's not 180 degrees off track; it is just 10 degrees off track, but that 10 degrees is in the direction of hell.' Every leader has a mission---and a shadow mission. Even Jesus had to battle a shadow mission; it was to be a leader without suffering---to be the Messiah without the cross. Ortberg writes, 'If we fail to embrace our true mission, we will live out our shadow mission. We will let our lives center around things that are unworthy, selfish and dark.' Using characters from the remarkable Old Testament story of Esther, Ortberg demonstrates the disastrous consequences of succumbing to shadow mission, and the stunning rewards of whole-hearted commitment to mission. With characteristic humor and insight, the author invites us to follow Esther's example and courageously choose to embrace the mission God gives. Like Esther, we can lead without fear---even in threatening circumstances---because we know God is always at work in unseen, unknown and unlikely ways.

John Ortberg, Maurice England (Author), John Ortberg, Maurice England, Zondervan Publishing (Narrator)

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O Deus que abre portas: Como identificar e agarrar as melhores oportunidades

Permanecer estático e acomodado não é algo que o Deus da Bíblia costuma ordenar a seu povo. Pelo contrário, ele muitas vezes nos abre portas e nos convida a atravessá-las e caminhar rumo a algo novo e desconhecido. Saber reagir ao chamado é a diferença entre viver de acordo com a vontade de Deus ou recusá-la. John Ortberg, autor consagrado mundialmente, nos ensina a reconhecer as portas que nos são abertas. Ele nos incentiva e nos encoraja a abraçar o desconhecido e a desfrutar as maravilhosas experiências que o Senhor deseja nos proporcionar, pois a porta que Deus abre ninguém é capaz de fechar. Siga em frente, atravesse essa porta e experimente oportunidades que terão repercussões eternas. A porta aberta é a grande aventura da vida, pois significa a possibilidade de ser um instrumento na mão de Deus. Mais que isso. Significa abandonar a mesmice, renovar o pensamento, dar significado à vida e responder positivamente ao chamado de Deus. Descubra e surpreenda-se com os cuidados de Deus com você. Aproveite as oportunidades que ele lhe concede de fazer a vida valer a pena.

John Ortberg (Author), Eduardo Costa Mendonça (Narrator)

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Masterful Leadership: Leading Like Jesus

Who better to teach you to lead than The Master? Become an effective servant leader as you learn to Lead Like Jesus. Ken Blanchard, John Ortberg, Henry Blackaby, and Bob Buford join forces with other leaders from the Christian community to offer a clear, insightful look at the greatest servant leader of all time – Jesus Christ. Masterful Leadership includes new concepts from Ken Blanchard’s Lead Like Jesus Celebration which helps people take God out of the spiritual compartment of their private spiritual life and give Him free reign in all of their daily actions and relationships, particularly in their leadership roles. During His time on earth, Jesus poured His life into the training of twelve disciples and equipped them to follow His leadership principles after His departure.

John Ortberg, Ken Blanchard (Author), Ken Blanchard (Narrator)

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