Wild at Heart

When the Next Crisis Hits

Sep 2, 2024

Discover how followers of Jesus have historically navigated crises, from Cyprian's lessons during plagues to the early church's resilience amid persecution. The discussion highlights the tension between worldly desires and spiritual priorities. It emphasizes community involvement and the role of church in overcoming challenges. Through faith and worship, believers found hope and strength. The speakers encourage deepening relationships with God, viewing the world through a lens of divine promise and enchantment, rather than self-preservation.

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The podcast emphasizes the need for unwavering hope and faith during crises, encouraging spiritual growth over worldly concerns for followers of Jesus.

It highlights the importance of pausing for prayer and reflection as a foundation for resilience, helping individuals reconnect with God amidst chaos.

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The Spirit of Resilience in Crisis

The podcast reflects on the spirit of resilience in times of crisis, emphasizing the importance of maintaining hope and faith even amidst devastation. It draws inspiration from Cyprian's address during the plague in Carthage, highlighting how individuals and the Church can respond to crises with unwavering faith. The hosts discuss the significance of taking a moment to recenter oneself through prayer and reflection, encouraging listeners to release their fears and reconnect with God. This practice of pausing serves as a foundation for building resilience and staying aligned with divine purpose during challenging times.

Intro

4min

Navigating Crisis: Balancing Desires and Spiritual Priorities

5min

Rallying in the Face of Crisis

2min

Faith Amidst Trials

8min

Resilience and Revival in Early Christianity

5min

Embracing Hope Through Despair

26min

This moment in time isn't unprecedented, but it is unique. In Part 2 of this series, John, Blaine, and Allen look at how the followers of Jesus responded to crises over the ages. It's a needed reminder because the pace of life and technology have left us weakened and weary rather than ready for whatever's coming next. Rather than grow more disenchanted, discover how Christianity provides a way to view the reenchantment of the world. With Jesus, we can experience calm, unshakable hope in the face of growing chaos—but only by wholeheartedly focusing on God and his purposes over control and self-preservation.

Show Notes:

1) Follow Blaine's writings on Substack at ⁠https://blaineeldredge.substack.com/⁠

2) Listen to the song Hymn of the Holy Spirit by Pat Barrett here. ⁠Spotify⁠ or ⁠YouTube⁠

3) Read an advance (unedited) chapter of John's upcoming book ⁠(Experience Jesus. Really.) here.⁠

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Episode Number 787