Wild at Heart

4d ago

We can get so caught up in the busyness, routine, and familiarity of Advent that we miss the main thing: Jesus isn’t focused on Christmas past but on his return. Given that, what if this Christmas season we choose to not only look back at Bethlehem—but equally celebrate the coming return of Jesus, known as the second Advent? Show Notes: Show Notes: The essay John reads from is “The World’s Last Night,” by C. S. Lewis. The song excerpt is from Most Like Home, by Kingdom Culture Worship. It can be found ⁠here.⁠ Discover more about Allen’s creativity coaching at ⁠withallen.com/coaching⁠ . Find the Wild at Heart Gift Guide ⁠here⁠ . _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Dec 8

In the Christmas rush, it’s hard to slow down and savor the season. The pace of things makes experiencing any sort of spiritual depth a struggle, but there’s a deeper, often hidden, obstacle more likely to steal your joy. John and Allen offer a powerful question to help you see what’s in the way of this Advent season. Show Notes: Find the Wild at Heart Gift Guide here . The book John reads from is On the Incarnation, by Athanasius. _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Dec 1

We’re back with more of your questions as Allen asks John his thoughts on the following: Does God allow ongoing suffering to build our character? How do you deal with a narcissistic spouse? Should we avoid praying out loud to prevent the enemy from hearing what we say to God? How do parents help young children understand evil without shattering their sense of safety? Will we see our beloved dogs again in the coming Kingdom? Show Notes: The three movies mentioned are On a Clear Day , Life is Beautiful , and Moana . The two books referenced are Walking with God by John Eldredge and Bold Love by Dan Allender. The podcast featuring Susie Larson is “How Can You Survive Without...? - Part 3” (October 27, 2025). Keep the questions coming! Send them to questions@wildatheart.org . _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Nov 24

When you think of Thanksgiving, what comes to mind? For many, this American holiday is filled with warm memories of food, family, and gratitude. But for others, it’s filled with challenges of fractured family relationships, missed desires, and time alone. In this hopeful podcast, John, Stasi, Allen, and Kellye swap stories about lessons learned from past gatherings as well as how to enter this Thanksgiving being fully present to God, others, and your own heart. Show Notes: The book Every Moment Holy is available wherever books are sold. _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Nov 17

We’re receiving such good questions from viewers and listeners of the podcast...and doing our best to answer as many as possible! This week, Allen asks John his thoughts on a wide range of topics, including these: How do we pray for unbelieving adult children? When does a daily routine become an idol? What is stolen grief? When things change or look like they’re coming to an end, how do we know whether to fight for them or let them go? Show Notes: The podcast referenced with Mary Ellen Owen is “How Can You Survive Without...? - Part 2” (October 20, 2025). Keep the questions coming! Send them to us at: questions@wildatheart.org . _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Nov 10

In the series conclusion, Jon Tyson joins John Eldredge to respond to the statement: “I don’t understand how people can survive without...” His simple yet profound answer leads to a wide-ranging conversation on the hopeful and alarming developments regarding the body of Christ, how to restructure our lives around the priorities of God, and what will sustain us during the increasing global chaos. Show Notes: The books referenced are 1) Great by Choice by Jim Collins, and 2) The Inner Chamber and the Inner Life by Andrew Murray. Jon Tyson’s weekly podcast—Church of the City Podcast—is available wherever you get your podcasts. _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Nov 3

How do we interpret the crisis, resistance, and chaos in our lives? Find out as Blaine joins John and Allen for Part 4 of this series on “I just don’t understand how people can survive without...” In this conversation, Blaine provides a helpful tool kit for processing the questions, pushback, and struggles that keep us stuck. Show Notes: Access Blaine’s hand-written diagram with the four categories here. _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App

Oct 27

As this series continues, Susie Larson joins John to give her answer to the statement: “I just don’t understand how people can survive without...” Susie is a bestselling author, national speaker, and host of the popular radio show Susie Larson Live . She states, “The storms reveal the lies we believe and the truths we need.” It’s a profound insight gleaned from a life filled with unbelievable tragedy, powerful triumph, and God’s unwavering love woven through it all. You won’t want to miss her story...or her response to what she can’t live without. Show Notes: Discover more about Susie Larson at susielarson.com . Access Wild at Heart’s “Life” Prayer at wildatheart.org/prayer/life-prayer and the Wild at Heart Daily Prayer at https://wildatheart.org/prayer/daily-prayer-john . _______________________________________________ There is more. Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.org Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app. Apple: Wild At Heart App Android: Wild At Heart App Watch on YouTube The stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here. More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android. Apple: One Minute Pause App Android: One Minute Pause App