When Will Life Be Good Again?
In Part 5, John and Blaine conclude the series by sharing how the restoration we long for in ourselves and others is exactly—and only—what the return of Jesus will bring about.
Oct 05, 2020•50 min•Ep. 590
Wild at Heart
This podcast is hosted by John Eldredge, an author, counselor, and president of Wild at Heart, a ministry that helps people find God's love and Kingdom. With his experience as a counselor and teacher, John shares insights on how to discover the heart of God, recover one's heart in God's love, and learn to live in God's Kingdom. The podcast covers topics related to faith, personal growth, and discovering one's purpose in life, providing guidance and encouragement to listeners who are seeking to deepen their relationship with God.
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Episodes
The Roots of Our Embarrassment
In Part 4 of the series, John and Blaine talk about fashion, fear, and how none of us want to be "that guy."
Sep 28, 2020•36 min•Ep. 589
Divided Allegiances
In Part 3 of this series, John and Blaine reveal how to loosen our grip on this world and focus on the return of Jesus.
Sep 21, 2020•49 min•Ep. 588
Change Doesn’t Mean Loss
In Part 2 of this series, John and Blaine unpack why there is a lingering ambivalence in our hearts even towards something as wonderful as the return of Jesus.
Sep 14, 2020•49 min•Ep. 587
Time to Get Honest about Our Ambivalence
If we listen to our hearts, we discover secret fears around "the end of the age" and "Jesus is coming back!" In Part 1 of this series, John and Blaine answer some hard questions about the next chapter of this wonderful Story God is telling.
Sep 07, 2020•40 min•Ep. 586
Consecrating Your New Frontiers
In the series conclusion, John and Craig reveal how to bring the new frontiers you face fully under the rule and authority of Jesus—and why that makes all the difference in the world.
Aug 31, 2020•23 min•Ep. 585
Interpreting New Seasons
Not every new challenge, change, and opportunity is equal. In Part 3 of the New Frontier series, John and Craig share how to discern between good and bad frontiers.
Aug 24, 2020•22 min•Ep. 584
Greater Union with God
These are not ordinary times, and greater turmoil is likely on the way. Our rescue is oneness with God. Discover simple practices for greater union so you're ready for the days ahead.
Aug 17, 2020•22 min•Ep. 583
Constant Uncertainty
These months have taken a toll on our emotional and spiritual reserves. In the first half of this series, John and Morgan reveal what can get in the way of union with God.
Aug 10, 2020•39 min•Ep. 582
Invitation Into the Unknown
Jesus regularly invites us to follow him into new terrain, both external and internal. In Part 2 of the New Frontier series, discover how your reaction to change exposes your beliefs about growth.
Aug 03, 2020•17 min•Ep. 581
Facing New Frontiers
In Part 1 of the New Frontiers series - which originally aired in 2015 - John and Craig McConnell discuss how God invites us into new seasons and opportunities as a way to grow us up.
Jul 27, 2020•18 min•Ep. 580
How to Really Live
There's striving and then there's living. Bart and Allen discuss how to pursue an authentic, wholehearted life connected to Jesus and filled with the fruits of the Spirit.
Jul 20, 2020•33 min•Ep. 579
Blessing Our Bodies
Stasi Eldredge invites Sue and Stacey to discuss how women can speak mercy and kindness over the bodies God has given them rather than chasing perfection or giving way to accusation, resignation, or shame.
Jul 13, 2020•36 min•Ep. 578
The Sentence of Death
In Scripture, Paul describes feeling the "sentence of death" in his heart—a despair of life that leads to a loss of joy and sense that all good things are ending. As the "Guard Your Heart" series concludes, John, Alex, and Allen reveal ways to resist this attack and cultivate hope in our hearts.
Jul 06, 2020•41 min•Ep. 577
Don't Let Hate In
In Part 2 of the "Guard Your Heart" series, John and Stasi address how to invoke love against the raging hatred that's swirling in our world.
Jun 29, 2020•30 min•Ep. 576
The Kingdom of Your Heart
In the first of the Guard Your Heart podcast series, John and Stasi discuss the concept of governing our hearts and how - even in hard times - we have the choice whether to let our hearts be troubled.
Jun 22, 2020•37 min•Ep. 575
A New Name
John, Stasi, JD, and Allen discuss the power of names - and reveal big news about Wild at Heart that you don't want to miss!
Jun 15, 2020•24 min•Ep. 574
The Social Upheaval
As the world continues to be shaken, it's essential we keep our eyes on Jesus. John and Stasi recorded this special podcast installment June 3rd to provide guidance and prayer during these unprecedented times.
Jun 04, 2020•37 min•Ep. 573
Entrusted with Power
With compelling craftsmanship, Morgan Snyder invites us to explore more deeply our memories of being entrusted with power in gender-specific ways. Why is it so often mishandled—and how might the wielding of power change from a foundation of wholeheartedness? For more visit www.BecomingAKing.com.
Jun 01, 2020•22 min•Ep. 572
What Is the Most Important Thing?
Morgan spent two decades on a quest, looking for the path that could restore the heart of a man. During this launch week of his new book, Becoming a King, Morgan and his friends share what this journey has looked like for each of them. To discover more, visit www.BecomingAKing.com.
May 25, 2020•30 min•Ep. 571
Inviting Others into Your Story
In the conclusion of this four-part series, the team discusses how to prepare and share your story - as well as some landmines to avoid.
May 18, 2020•27 min•Ep. 570
How to Tell Your Story
The first half of this series offered ways to actively listen to another's story. Now in Part 3, we shift to how you can tell your story to others well.
May 11, 2020•30 min•Ep. 569
Becoming a King
Discover the path to restoring the heart of a man in this powerful conversation with John and Morgan. To pre-order Morgan's book, Becoming a King, and receive free bonus content, visit www.BecomingAKing.com.
May 04, 2020•35 min•Ep. 568
A Needed Shaking
In the second half of this series on the pandemic, John reveals how to interpret and pray about what's shaking our world today.
Apr 27, 2020•53 min•Ep. 567
Don't Miss This Moment
John offers wisdom for how we, as friends of Jesus, can tune out the fears and distractions around us in order to hear more clearly what God is saying during this pandemic.
Apr 20, 2020•37 min•Ep. 566
Responding to Someone's Story
In part two of our four-part series on how to tell your story and listen to another's story, we discuss how to respond to a person's story in ways that honor their history and their heart.
Apr 13, 2020•31 min•Ep. 565
How to Listen to Someone's Story
We can't love people well or experience true community until we know each other's story. The first of this four-part series reveals how to be a good listener.
Apr 06, 2020•36 min•Ep. 564
Hope Beyond The Present
In this conclusion to the Expecting the Wonderful series, John, Blaine, and Allen discuss how to actively pursue hope and wonder in a world consumed with fear.
Mar 30, 2020•41 min•Ep. 563
The Hour We're In
John Eldredge offers thoughts and answers questions via a Facebook Live conversation regarding this unique moment in time.
Mar 23, 2020•45 min•Ep. 562
Responding to the Global Crisis
With the acceleration of COVID-19 and the fear surrounding it, John, Stasi, Morgan, and Cherie offer practical ways to center your heart and hope in the midst of the chaos.
Mar 16, 2020•44 min•Ep. 561
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