It is the season of Love. There are gifts, candies, hearts, movies, and an obligation to lean into love. But love does not live in the month of February. Love is the point of everything. It’s not just a feeling it is the primary mode of being. Jesus talks about the “greatest commandments” are to…

Hi everyone! My name is Brandon, and I have the privilege of working behind the scenes with the Become New team. I get to think about, organize, and often write the Blogs. Today, I want to get personal and talk about John’s new book Steps. I was given an advanced copy of the book, and…

Still Talking about Steps? YEP! This is the third Blog preparing for the release of John Ortberg’s new book, Steps, launching February 4th. Let’s talk about the practical wisdom of the Serenity Prayer and how it can teach us to focus on what is truly important. Serenity and Surrender Serenity is not a floaty, airy,…

Steps the Blog Series: Part 2 John Ortberg’s new book, Steps, is launching February 4th! So, we are talking about some of the content in the book here on the Blog. This is the second installment. Personal Inadequacy is Actually Great! (No, seriously…) Nobody likes to admit when they’ve messed up, failed or are just…

Introducing Steps by John Ortberg We’re thrilled to announce the launch of John Ortberg’s latest book, Steps, coming February 4th! In this heartfelt guide, Ortberg offers a path to transformation for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus and inspired by the Twelve Steps made famous by Alcoholics Anonymous,…

Starting something new is exhilarating. Whether it’s a new job, a fitness goal, a creative project, or a fresh chapter in your walk with God, the beginning holds so much promise. But then reality sets in. The excitement fades, and the grind begins. Now what? In Luke 9:23, Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my…

As the New Year approaches, this is the time to naturally consider who you are becoming. We love those questions around here, and we at Become New are here to support and bless that journey. The question we want to encourage you to ask during this season is, "What does it mean to become new…

The Christmas season has a way of stirring something deep in our hearts. We hear the familiar strains of O Holy Night and are struck by the line, “A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices.” There’s something about hope that can lift the heaviest of burdens. But too often, the hope we long for…