E90 | Experiencing God in Everyday Life with John Eldredge

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Mar 5, 2025

Join John Eldredge, bestselling author and founder of Wild at Heart, as he shares insights on cultivating an intimate relationship with Jesus. He emphasizes that God’s presence is a tangible reality, not just an abstract idea. Through personal stories and wisdom, John discusses the importance of intercessory prayer and simple acts of faith in daily life. He encourages listeners to embrace their spiritual journeys, reconnect with their younger selves, and deepen their communion with the divine for transformative experiences.

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ANECDOTE

Brother Lawrence's Influence

John Eldredge initially struggled to grasp Brother Lawrence's concept of constant communion with Jesus.
Over time, this practice became his normal, enabling easy access to divine guidance.

INSIGHT

Literal vs. Metaphorical

Many interpret biblical passages about God's presence metaphorically.
However, past saints took them literally, emphasizing tangible encounters with Jesus.

ANECDOTE

Spiritual Nourishment

John Eldredge shares how Jesus offers him food and drink in his spiritual communion.
Consuming these spiritual offerings, like laughter or love, manifests tangible effects.

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Join Stasi and her favorite guest – her husband, John – for an encouraging and insightful conversation about living in daily, intimate communion with Jesus. Drawing from John’s new book, Experience Jesus. Really., they share personal stories and wisdom from the saints, revealing how God’s presence is not just a metaphor but a reality available to all who seek Him. If you're longing for deeper experiences with God and all that is available, this episode is for you. Open your heart and step into the invitation of deeper communion with God.

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Go deeper with John’s newest book Experience Jesus. Really: Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder through Everyday Encounters with God https://amzn.to/4jEwBZ7

VERSES:

Revelation 3:20 (NLT) – Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.

Hebrews 4:16 (NLT) – Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Ephesians 2:6 (NLT) – And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus,

Psalm 91:1-2 (NLT) – Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.

John 15:4–5 (NLT) – Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.

John 6:35 (NLT) – Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.

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