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Wild at Heart

John Eldredge
Faith
Wild At Heart
Jesus
Spiritual Warfare
Christianity
Christmas
God
Prayer
Spirituality
Intimacy With God
Personal Growth
Healing
Mental Health
Spiritual Growth
Marriage
Restoration
Grief
The Sacred Romance
Family
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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 disco... more

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When we pursue growth in our relationship with God and others, the expectation is life will get better—not harder. Yet greater maturity often comes with greater opposition. If we believe hard things are bad, then we'll assume either we're blowing it ... more

To celebrate the release of Stasi's new book, The Ladder of Love, she joins John to offer more insights into the distinct ways we can see, know, and love Jesus and God—and in return, be seen, known, and loved by them. Discover the intimacy your soul ... more

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So many ache for a deeper, more personal relationship with Jesus yet wonder why he sometimes feels distant. We don't just want to learn about God—we long to experience him. Stasi Eldredge joins her husband John to talk about the ascending intimacy we... more

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In this podcast, John and Allen answer viewer and listener questions on a wide variety of topics—from how concerned we should be over AI's unrelenting expansion and whether the unseen realm can influence AI, to what it means to be a modern Desert Fat... more

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Stasi Eldredge
Author, speaker, and co-author of Deeply Loved Deeply Known
Wild at Heart
Episode: E895 | The Ladder of Love - Part 1
Nick Bovee
Works on technology at Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart
Episode: E892 | Homecoming Replenish - Session 6: The Three Stages
Jeff Robinson
Director of Intercession for Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart
Episode: E889 | Homecoming Replenish - Session 3: The Wilderness
Michelle Patterson
Development manager at Wild at Heart, on the women's team
Wild at Heart
Episode: E889 | Homecoming Replenish - Session 3: The Wilderness
Lisa Beck
Speaker at Women's Events, shared heart journey
Wild at Heart (Associated with events)
Episode: E887 | Homecoming Replenish - Session 1: The Heart
Alex (Ireland)
Volunteer in Cork promoting Wild at Heart in Ireland
Wild at Heart Ireland
Episode: E884 | 25 Years of Wild at Heart - Part 2
Pablo Ceron
Colombian participant who became a leader and missionary for Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart Colombia
Episode: E884 | 25 Years of Wild at Heart - Part 2
Lane Davis
Avid reader and practitioner who shared a personal testimonial about Wild at Heart boot camps
Wild at Heart participant and advocate
Episode: E883 | 25 Years of Wild at Heart - Part 1
Allen Arnold
Author of The Creativity Glitch, speaker and creativity advocate
Self-published author, Creativity Glitch
Episode: E880 | Making What Matters

Hosts

John Eldredge
Host of Wild at Heart and senior ministry leader; frequent speaker and author.
Allen Arnold
Co-host and producer; author and creativity advocate.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • highlight of my Monday

    I look forward to Monday to see what the weeks podcast is going to be. I genuinely feel like I’ve had breakthrough and growth in my relationship with God and hearing God’s voice through this podcast (alongside John’s book Walking With God). Thank you thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dayspring54
    United States2 months ago
  • Ruling Your Domain Series

    LIFE-CHANGING! Thank you John, Allen, and Blaine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    To Elle and Back
    United States3 months ago
  • Never miss it!

    So much Godly wisdom in these conversations. It’s a podcast I try not to miss!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marie Goshorn
    United States6 months ago
  • Weekly spiritual food

    Brilliant, insightful, practical, wise, varied, joyful. Thanks guys. I vote more of Allan btw

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPW1994
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Fresh Breath of Air

    I look forward to each new podcast. There is so much wisdom shared in playing past episodes too. The introduction of setting the tone with a pause helps me build my own daily rhythm.

    I’ve downloaded the Brave at Heart and Pause Apps - sooo helpful to me personally.

    To John and each content contributor on this show… thank you for being intentional and transparent with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the fam sleeps sound now
    United States9 months ago

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E894 | AI & the Eclipse of God Warfare - Q&A
Q: Tim asks whether God cares more about church attendance or an intimate relationship with him, and how community fits into a faithful life.
The host responds that being part of a loving, scripture-centered community matters and that regular communal worship complements personal devotion, while also acknowledging that circumstances (like being homebound) can still allow meaningful connection.
E893 | Soul Ties & Unhealthy Attachments - Q&A
Q: Can you have an unhealthy Soul Tie with a spouse you used to be with?
Unhealthy attachment can persist in a marriage even after past issues are resolved; the focus is on whether there is a continued, unhealthy bond, triggers, and whether forgiveness and boundary-setting—along with the cross of Christ—can restore healthy attachment.
E893 | Soul Ties & Unhealthy Attachments - Q&A
Q: What scripture references underpin the concept of Soul Ties and why they are not good?
They point to biblical bonding language (e.g., prosklao) and passages about joining oneself, with acts like cleaving in marriage contrasted with unhealthy, unholy bonds; the speakers also discuss Acts 5 and Genesis to illustrate different kinds of attachment and to frame Soul Ties within God's design.
E882 | Ruling Your Domain Q&A - Part 2
Q: What is the role of a spouse in marriage when one partner is not cooperating in spiritual matters?
A believing spouse can stand in the gap, exercise spiritual authority for the household, forgive, and pray for their partner while recognizing that God may honor the other person's free will and provide timing and means for growth.
E882 | Ruling Your Domain Q&A - Part 2
Q: How should couples handle disagreements about ruling their domain or praying against spiritual attacks?
Seek alignment with Jesus first, acknowledge shared domain while addressing individual responsibilities, and practice intercession that forgives, pleads for divine protection, and allows space for God to work through complex relational dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wild at Heart

What is Wild at Heart about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on spiritual formation, heart-centered living, and practical faith in everyday life. Topics often explore how to shepherd the heart, cultivate inner peace, and align daily life with God's kingdom, sometimes via guided exercises, personal stories, and biblical reflection. Across episodes, the conversation frequently highlights creativity, boundary-setting, prayer, and community-based discipleship, with guest voices adding personal journeys of faith, leadership, and mission. A standout angle is the integration of personal transformation with actionable practices—pauses, routines, and spiritual disciplines—that listeners can apply in work, family, and ministry. This mix of teaching, testimony, and participatory exercises tends... more

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Recent guests on Wild at Heart include:

1. Stasi Eldredge
2. Nick Bovee
3. Jeff Robinson
4. Michelle Patterson
5. Lisa Beck
6. Alex (Ireland)
7. Pablo Ceron
8. Lane Davis

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