Episode
33. Barely Hanging On? This One's for You.
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- Become New with John Ortberg
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- Jun 17, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 790
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Summary
What do you pray when life hurts so much that ordinary words no longer feel adequate? In this reflection on Psalm 69, John Ortberg explores one of the most emotionally intense prayers in all of Scripture. Drawing a surprising connection to Howl, John examines how the Psalms give voice to grief, despair, loss, betrayal, injustice, addiction, depression, and suffering. This episode explores: - Psalm 69 and honest prayer - The language of anguish - Why God welcomes our deepest pain - Jesus an...