Formation with John Ortberg
Claim This Podcastby Become New
Podcast Overview
<p>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. <br><br>Topics include:<br><br>- Spiritual formation<br>- Contemplative practice<br>- The psychology of transformation and habit change<br>- Leadership, character, and the inner life<br>- Theology in dialogue with modern science<br>- Emotional health, resilience, and purpose<br><br>Learn more by visiting formationpodcast.com</p><p><br></p>
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
4/8/2026
Reach the team behind Formation with John Ortberg
Verified contact details for this show aren't on file yet — sign up to get notified when they land.
Recent Episodes
June 10, 2026
005. The Hidden Spiritual Cost of How We Work ft. Gary Hamel
Host John Ortberg interviews business thinker Gary Hamel about the spiritual cost of modern work and how to unleash human potential.
May 20, 2026
004. How Politics Shapes Our Spiritual Formation ft. Michael Wear
What does it look like to follow Jesus when the culture insists that everything depends on the next election? Michael Wear joins John for a conversation about politics, allegiance, and the slow work of keeping ultimate things ultimate. A former White House staffer who came to faith as a teenager in a Wegmans grocery store, Michael has spent his career arguing that Christian knowledge is not just privately meaningful but publicly useful, and that the church has handed political parties a power...
May 6, 2026
003. Facing Humanity's Hidden Capacity for Evil ft. Gary Haugen
What does it take to do hard things for a long time without being broken by them? Gary Haugen is the founder and CEO of International Justice Mission, a global organization that protects the poor from violence throughout the developing world. He joins John for a conversation about evil, the human capacity for violence, and why the people most serious about changing the world may be the ones most in need of spiritual formation. AMA Opportunity: Leave us a review ahead of our launch for a chan...
6 total episodes available with 2 transcripts
Recent guests on Formation with John Ortberg
Guests from recent episodes — sign up to see every guest that has ever appeared on this show.
Gary Hamel
Guest
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
John Ortberg | Become New
Become New
The Contemplative Pastor
Practicing the Way
The Dallas Willard Podcast
Dallas Willard
John Mark Comer Teachings
Practicing the Way
Bridgetown Audio Podcast
Bridgetown Church
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
Art of Leadership Network
Rule of Life
Practicing the Way
Life with God: A Renovaré Podcast
Renovaré
Church of the City New York
Jon Tyson
Things Above
Apprentice Institute
The Emotionally Healthy Leader Podcast
Pete Scazzero
Being Human with Steve Cuss
Christianity Today
Rebuilders
Red Church
Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership with Ruth Haley Barton
Ruth Haley Barton
The Russell Moore Show
Christianity Today, Russell Moore
Deep-dive analytics for Formation with John Ortberg
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Formation with John Ortberg?
<p>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. <br><br>Topics include:<br><br>- Spiritual formation<br>- Contemplative practice<br>- The psychology of transformation and habit change<br>- Leadership, character, and the inner life<br>- Theology in dialogue with modern science<br>- Emotional health, resilience, and purpose<br><br>Learn more by visiting formationpodcast.com</p><p><br></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.