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Formation is a podcast for leaders, seekers, and lifelong learners at the intersection of theology, psychology, and lived wisdom. Hosted by John Ortberg, PhD, each episode explores the science and soul of spiritual flourishing: what shapes us, what changes us, and what it means to be fully human.
Topics include:
- Spiritual formation
- Contemplative practice
- The psychology of transformation and habit change
- Leadership, character, and the inner life
- Theology in dialogue with modern science
- Emotional health, resilience, and purpose
Learn more by visiting formationpodcast.com
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009. Everything You Need to Know About the Next Generation ft. Kara Powell
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Aug 05, 2026 |
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008. As the World Gets More Synthetic, the Church Must Get More Human ft. Carey Nieuwhof
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Jul 22, 2026 |
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007. Quadriplegia, Despair, and Learning to Truly Live ft. Joni Eareckson Tada
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Jul 08, 2026 |
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006. A Silicon Valley Pastor on the Spiritual Cost of a Distracted Life ft. Jay Kim
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Jun 24, 2026 |
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005. The Hidden Spiritual Cost of How We Work ft. Gary Hamel
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Jun 10, 2026 |
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004. How Politics Shapes Our Spiritual Formation ft. Michael Wear
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May 20, 2026 |
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003. Facing Humanity's Hidden Capacity for Evil ft. Gary Haugen
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May 06, 2026 |
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002. How to Read the Old Testament (and Still Have Faith) ft. Tremper Longman
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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001. How God Gets Our Attention and the Pace of Formation ft. Tyler Staton
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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Your Chance to Ask John a Question
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Apr 08, 2026 |