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John Ortberg

John Ortberg is an American Christian author, speaker, and pastor known for writing on spiritual formation and the life of faith. His work often focuses on the soul, resilience, and practical wisdom, as reflected in the quote’s theme.

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Quotes by John Ortberg

The soul is both the most fragile and most resilient thing about you; a healthy soul is what holds you together when your world falls apart. — John Ortberg

The Fragile Strength That Holds Us Together

John Ortberg’s insight begins with a paradox: the soul is vulnerable enough to be wounded by grief, fear, shame, or disappointment, yet strong enough to carry a person through those very wounds. Rather than treating the...

Created on: 8/10/2026