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 can have with Jesus. She reveals why she wrote her new book, The Ladder of Love, and offers a pathway to emotional healing and spiritual intimacy with Jesus.

Show Notes: Stasi's new book, The Ladder of Love, releases October 6th, 2026. Preorder it now wherever you buy books. The Wild at Heart podcasts featuring Stasi's teachings at Homecoming: Replenish are Episode 888 (Session 2: Encountering Jesus), and Episode E891 (Session 5: Sitting with Jesus).

Keywords: Book Launch, TLOL, The Ladder of Love, Spiritual Maturity, Growth, Christianity, Author
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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 Father or Mother, whether people could choose to rebel in the coming Kingdom, if God cares where we go to church, what the Eclipse of God warfare is, and if miscarriage is ever God's will.

Show Notes: Listen to the Pause App here (www.pauseapp.com). Watch The AI Dilemma here (youtube.com/watch?v=xoVJKj8lcNQ). Watch the trailer for The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist here (youtube.com/watch?v=xkPbV3IRe4Y). The books referenced are Into the Quiet: Following Jesus in a World of Noise by John Mark Comer and That Hideous Strength by C. S. Lewis.

Keywords: Technology, AI, Spiritual Warfare, Relationships, Q&A
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Our recent Soul Ties podcast sparked a number of fascinating questions from viewers and listeners. In this podcast, John and Allen respond to as many as possible—including where this topic is addressed in Scripture, whether we can have a soul tie with our spouse, what unhealthy attachment looks like, how to break a soul tie on behalf of another, and if it's possible to have a soul tie with an activity, celebrity, fictional character, or even a person who has died.

Show Notes: The earlier Soul Ties podcast is Episode 886: Soul Ties—What They Are & How to Break Them (July 26, 2026).  Listen to the Pause App here. Find out more about the Blue Letter Bible resource at blueletterbible.org. The books referenced are Becoming Attached by Robert Karen, A Grief Observed by C. S. Lewis, Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff, and Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross.

Keywords: Soul ties, attachment styles, prayer, Christianity, relationships
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This series concludes with one of the most transformative sessions from the recent gathering in Colorado Springs. John reveals the three stages of Christian maturity—and the distinguishing traits of each. The goal isn't to remain in the earlier stages but to continually grow in union with Jesus. Discover what holds us back...and what is available to those who hunger for more. The session also features a conversation and questions about the stages with the Wild at Heart team.

Keywords: Discussion Panel, Stories, Prayer, Christianity
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How do we cope when the unthinkable happens and we are stretched beyond our capacity or ability? Where is a safe space to take our unanswered questions, fears, and doubts? The only place of true peace is one we tend to miss in our rush for answers: simply sitting with Jesus. In this live session from a recent Wild at Heart gathering in Colorado Springs, Stasi Eldredge explains what it means to come near to Jesus in this way—and then ushers us into an experience of actually doing so.

Keywords: Prayer, Meditation, Christianity, Inner Healing, Experience
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What are Ignatian Practices—and how can they usher us into greater intimacy with Jesus? During the 16th century, Ignatius discovered a way to experience Jesus more deeply as he prayed through the gospel stories. In this live session from a recent Wild at Heart gathering, Blaine Eldredge explains the three parts of the Ignatian Practice—preparation, prayer, and reflection—and then leads the gathering (and you) through one. Discover how this ancient practice can enrich your prayer life with Jesus.

Keywords: Christianity, Ignatius, Meditation
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In this live session from a recent Wild at Heart gathering, John Eldredge names what we wish wasn't true: We live in the wilderness, not Eden. This life in the desert wears us down over time, resulting in resignation, cynicism, and isolation. Our hearts cry out, But what about me, God? as we seek relief by arranging for our own personal Eden. It will never work—because the primary purpose of the wilderness is our transformation, which is only possible through God's presence and resources.

Keywords: Christianity, Homecoming, Author, Live Event
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Encountering Jesus is a supernatural grace that replenishes our souls, yet many have never experienced it. How does one actually encounter Jesus? In this live session from a recent Wild at Heart gathering, Stasi Eldredge reveals our need for greater intimacy with Jesus and then gently ushers them (and us) into a personal encounter. Heads up—to engage in the encounter, you'll want to find a place free from distractions where you can be still and present to Jesus.

Keywords: Prayer, guided meditation, Christianity, spirituality
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Wild at Heart recently held a gathering in Colorado for 2,000 friends and allies. Replenish: A Homecoming Event focused on the return of Eden—and what that means for us today as well as in the coming Kingdom. This podcast series includes six sessions from the gathering, beginning with John's opening talk on why our hearts matter, how the life of the heart is central, what comes against it, and the maturity required to protect and navigate our hearts in these times.

Keywords: Christianity, Event, Intro, Eden
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We've all experienced times when we're thinking of someone, and they suddenly call or text us...because they were also thinking of us. Or situations where we keep replaying a conversation with another person in our minds—long after it's over. These instances are examples of possible soul ties. John and Allen reveal how to know when this spiritual bonding is happening, why soul ties are unhealthy, how to break current or past ties (even if you're not the one making them), and why sometimes forgiveness is the necessary first step.

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Keywords: Soul ties, Christianity, Prayer, Relationships

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