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JOHN ELDREDGE | How a Man Can Truly Experience Jesus

Mar 18, 2025

Join bestselling author and counselor John Eldredge, founder of Wild at Heart, as he discusses the profound relationship between faith and masculinity. He explores how modern distractions hinder our spiritual journeys and the importance of authentic experiences in connecting with God. Eldredge emphasizes the significance of nurturing the warrior spirit in boys, the necessity of supportive communities, and the pursuit of true purpose beyond fleeting pleasure. Discover how to embrace your identity and experience a deeper connection with Christ.

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John Eldredge

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Quick takeaways

Men's spiritual journeys can vary significantly, impacted by societal expectations and distractions that hinder authentic connections with faith.

The necessity of church in spiritual growth is debated, highlighting the importance of finding communities that resonate with men's identities and values.

Nature serves as a profound teacher for men, encouraging personal growth through lessons of humility, resilience, and a deeper connection to God.

Deep dives

The Spectrum of Faith and Spirituality

Men's relationships with faith and spirituality range widely, traversing from deep disdain towards God to a rich love for His teachings. Many men grapple with their spiritual journeys, often feeling disconnected amid the distractions of modern life. The discussion emphasizes how societal expectations and cultural narratives can muddle one's understanding of spirituality and personal connection to God. Understanding this spectrum can encourage men to explore their own beliefs and find personal meaning in spirituality.

Intro

6min

Rediscovering Masculinity in Spirituality

19min

Exploring Spirituality and Masculinity

10min

The Call for Brotherhood and True Purpose in Manhood

4min

Finding Fulfillment Beyond Fleeting Happiness

7min

The Masculine Journey: Growth Through Hardship

19min

Navigating Parenting and Spiritual Growth

5min

Spiritual Boundaries and Deeper Connections

5min

Out of the millions of men I’ve worked with over the last 10 years, I’ve heard everything from a deep disdain and animosity towards God and Jesus to a rich and abiding love for His word. For me, I fall somewhere in the middle as I wrestle with my own relationship with Him and towards my faith and spirituality. And, that’s the reason I really wanted to talk with a huge influence in my life, John Eldredge. Today, John and I cover what faith and spirituality really look like, how the distraction era has hampered our ability to draw close to Christ, whether or not Church is necessary on the path of spirituality, why finding truth is challenging but worth the struggle, how the “Doctrine of Popular Culture” gets it all wrong and how, maybe for the first time ever, you can experience Jesus.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

(00:00) - Exploring Spirituality and Religion Today (13:47) - Father-Son Relationships and Spirituality (20:43) - Fatherhood and Warrior Spirituality (29:15) - Seeking Purpose Beyond Self-Gratification (37:37) - The Masculine Journey (49:48) - Nurturing Individuality and Identity (01:01:42) - Connecting With Spirituality in Everyday Life (01:07:08) - Discovering the Ordinary Mystic

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