Watchman at the Gate

Being a Christian mystic was never meant to be something exceptional or rare. In Part 4 of the series, John, Alex, and Allen swap stories about what it looks like to live as ordinary, everyday mystics and how we're all meant to know God and the beauty of his kingdom in deep, profound ways. In this light, the Apostle John, St. Paul, and David were all mystics; certainly Adam and Eve were as well. Once we understand Christian mysticism as the daily experience of God as revealed in Jesus Christ, we can experience the normal life of an ordinary mystic.The book John referenced is A Wind in the House of Islam by David Garrison.The Prayer of Descent Podcast that John referenced can be found here.Email your questions to [email protected]_______________________________________________There is more.Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 769Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

In Part 3 of the series, John, Alex, and Allen reveal how Jesus wants to rescue us from the barriers to fully experiencing God and his kingdom. Returning to the life we were created for isn't a complicated process. But it does require us to exchange our cynicism, skepticism, and pragmatism for the simple trust of a child.__________________________________________________There is More!Support the mission or find more on our website:WildAtHeart.org or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 768Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

As the series continues, John, Alex, and Allen look at how our culture clings to the belief that practical information is the way to salvation. Yet as this information on the Internet is continually contradicted and undermined, we grow more fragile, vulnerable, and cynical. It has made weary skeptics of us all. Even in the area of faith, we try to make God and his kingdom 'practical' by stripping it of all wonder, mystery, and power. Thankfully, there is a way out of the madness._______________________________________________Support the mission or find more on our website: ⁠WildAtHeart.org⁠  or on our app.Apple: ⁠Wild At Heart App⁠Android: ⁠Wild At Heart App⁠Episode Number 767Watch on ⁠YouTube⁠More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: ⁠One Minute Pause App⁠Android: ⁠One Minute Pause App⁠

John, Alex, and Allen begin this new series with a disruptive observation: We are all disciples of the Internet and it has shaped us profoundly. For one thing, the Internet has discipled our souls to anticipate, even demand, immediate answers. So when we ask God a question and are not answered in the way the Internet does, we feel he isn't listening. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. The effects go far, far deeper._______________________________________________Support the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 766Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

John and Allen conclude the First Quarter recap by focusing on what we believe will be our two most important podcasts this year. Together, they provide orientation to this moment in time. What does it mean to pursue the "All-In" Life—and why is that the only safe place in the world? John expands on a Narnia phrase to reveal that there's actually a second wardrobe door we must go through to experience the full Kingdom life. From there, John passionately shares why union with God must be at the epicenter of everything we are and do. The highlight segments are from our February 26, 2024, podcast (The "All-In" Life) and the March 4, 2024, episode (Don't Miss the Main Thing).Click here for an image of the whiteboard John references. You can donate to Wild at Heart here. _______________________________________________There is More WildAtHeart.org  Or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 765Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

We're twelve podcasts into the year. How many of those conversations are still top of mind? Probably not many—and that's not your fault. This world constantly overloads us with never-ending information and content that causes us to forget what matters most.This two-part series counters that, with John and Allen offering a highlight reel of the main moments from the first quarter. Part 1 focuses on tools for spiritual warfare and ways to defy the artificial. You can watch ⁠The AI Dilemma⁠ mentioned in the show ⁠here⁠. Allen's new book, Risk the Real, is available on ⁠Amazon here⁠. Original Episodes:⁠Overcome the Enemy's Targeted Assaults⁠And ⁠The Rise of the Artificial⁠ ___________________________ There is More ⁠WildAtHeart.org⁠  Or on our app.Apple: ⁠Wild At Heart App⁠Android: ⁠Wild At Heart App⁠Episode Number 764Watch on ⁠YouTube⁠More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: ⁠One Minute Pause App⁠Android: ⁠One Minute Pause App⁠

We all need shelter, love, and safety, yet many go through life never having these universal longings met. John and Allen look at how Psalm 91 reveals that God alone is our refuge, rescuer, and protector—and what life can be when we embrace these powerful promises.Episode Number 763Watch on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/QJWFv72WVJ0More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/one-minute-pause/id1471913620Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ransomedheart.pause&pcampaignid=web_share

John Eldredge invites singer and songwriter Josh Garrels into the podcast studio this week to discuss his new song, "Watchman." It's a fascinating conversation about Josh's walk with Jesus, the power of music, and why John believes "Watchman" is the anthem for this moment in time.Show Notes: "Watchman" is used with permission and is available wherever you get music. The lyrics can be found here.The other song John referenced—"Faith, Hope & Love"—is from Josh's album Chrysaline. Listen here.Watch the episode on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.iOS Android 

In this week's podcast, John shares his most important message of the year. He reveals how too many believers have missed the essence of Christianity. We were created for deep intimacy with God. That alone is the epicenter of the Christian life—not spiritual disciplines, social justice, ancient theology, or community, as good as those things may be. The central invitation is to know God rather than simply know a lot about him or do a lot for him. The recovery of this daily relational intimacy was never meant to be optional. It is the essence of everything.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DTqYcd13mss

There is no way to partially follow Jesus. In this week's podcast, John and Allen reveal the danger of divided affections, or what they call the "Jesus And" life. This approach never works— because we were created for Jesus alone to be at the center of every part of our lives. Discover why many settle for less than God intended—and how we can experience more by going through the "second wardrobe door". The "All-In" life isn't just the safest place in the world, it's actually the only safe place in the world.Click here for an image of the white board John references. The two recommended podcasts in this episode are Church of the City Podcast by Jon Tyson and Practicing the Way Podcast by John Mark Comer.Watch on YouTube!