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What if our thirst for more is an invitation to come closer to Jesus? In this special episode, Stasi shares chapter 1 of her new book The Ladder of Love; A Pathway to Emotional Healing and Spiritual Intimacy with Jesus. The chapter “Why a Ladder?”, explores the joy of knowing Jesus and being known by him, even in the places we may hesitate to bring near. Stasi ends with a guided Selah prayer, allowing room for us to pause in his presence and respond to his gentle invitation: come close. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. Order your copy of TheLadder Of Love: A pathway to emotional healing and spiritual intimacy with Jesus by Stasi Eldredge — now available! Visit this link to order: ⁠https://wildatheart.org/the-ladder-of-love⁠ VERSES: Matthew 7:7 (NIV) – Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. James 4:8 (NIV) – Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Ephesians 3:17 (NIV) – so that Christ…

What if we could know God more deeply, beyond what we know about him? In this episode, Stacey Burton turns the tables and interviews Stasi about what she is so passionate about - the message of her new book, The Ladder of Love: A Pathway to Emotional Healing and Spiritual Intimacy with Jesus, releasing October 6th! Together they explore how God draws us closer, rung by rung, from being clay in our Potter's hands to enjoying friendship with Jesus to, well, endlessly upward! Wherever you are on the journey, God is always inviting you closer to his heart. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. Ladder Of Love: A pathway to emotional healing and spiritual intimacy with Jesus by Stasi Eldredge (Oct 6, 2026) Visit this link to preorder by October 5, and also claim your free Journaling Guide after ordering. ⁠https://wildatheart.org/the-ladder-of-love⁠ VERSES: Matthew 11:28 (NIV) – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Genesis 2:7 (NIV) – Then the LORD God formed a man from the dust of the ground and…

What if the places where trust feels hardest are the very places Jesus longs to meet us? Stasi welcomes Susie Larson to talk about her new book, “More Than You Can Imagine”, and how God meets us in disappointment, suffering, and fear. With compassion and hard-won wisdom, Susie invites us to know God more deeply, trust his goodness, and open our hearts to the healing and freedom he offers. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. SUSIE LARSON Book: More Than You Can Imagine: What God Does When You Trust Him (August 11, 2026); order here: ⁠https://wahe.art/3SO1r9f⁠ Website:⁠https://www.susielarson.com/⁠ Radio – Susie Larson Live:⁠https://www.myfaithradio.com/programs/susie-larson-live/⁠ Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/susielarsonauthor/⁠ Facebook:⁠https://www.facebook.com/susielarsonauthor⁠ SUSIE’S BIO Susie Larson is a talk radio host and podcaster with over 17 million downloads; a national speaker, and bestselling author known for her passion for helping people live in the fullness of God’s promises. Through her writing and…

What if the ache within us is not something to push through alone, but an invitation toward healing? Stasi welcomes her son, counselor Sam Eldredge, for a tender conversation about loneliness, vulnerability, relationships, and the courage to face our stories honestly. Wherever we feel stuck or alone, Jesus is near—gently inviting us to open our hearts, receive the care we need, and follow him into freedom, restoration, and more life than we imagined possible. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Revelation 1:18 (NIV) – I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades. Genesis 2:18 (NIV) – The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” Proverbs 27:17 (NIV) – As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. Isaiah 61:1 (NIV) – The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim…

Continuing their listener Q&A conversation, John and Stasi respond to questions on topics such as discernment, spiritual warfare, and what it means to mature in our walk with Jesus and caring for our souls in a demanding world. With honesty, and wisdom, they explore how Jesus meets us in the realities of everyday life—inviting us beyond fear, pressure, and striving into greater freedom, maturity, and intimacy with Him. Wherever you find yourself today, may this conversation awaken fresh hope and draw you further into the presence, Love, and Hope of Jesus. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 — E127 | Parenting Continues: Loving Your Adult Children — you can do so here: https://youtu.be/FIH6S3J3m9w VERSES: 1 John 2:12–14 (NIV) – I am writing to you, dear children, because your sins have been forgiven on account of his name. I am writing to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I am writing to you, young men, because you have overcome the evil one. I write to you, dear…

What does mature love look like as our children grow up, grow away, and build lives of their own? In this honest and tender conversation, John and Stasi Eldredge explore the grief, freedom, forgiveness, and trust woven into parenting adult children. Together they invite us to release control, entrust our hearts to Jesus, and discover the love that keeps the doors open. Wherever this conversation finds us, may we find fresh grace to love with open hands and trust everything, and everyone, to Jesus. ….. Don’t Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for Free Subscribe using your favorite podcast app: YouTube – https://wahe.art/4h8DelL Spotify Podcasts – https://wahe.art/496zdfn Apple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Amazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ

What if one of the gifts our hearts need most is beauty? In this gentle reflection, Stasi invites us to pause and receive the nourishment God offers through His creation, allowing its beauty to remind us of the beauty of our King. She also turns our gaze toward a deeper Hope: Jesus reigns over all things, and the day is coming when He will make all things new. As Captivated continues its July break, join us in taking a moment to soak in His beauty and goodness. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Zechariah 14:9 (NIV) – The Lord will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one Lord, and his name the only name. Philippians 2:10–11 (NIV) – that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Revelation 21:5 (NIV) – He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” Acts 3:21 (NIV) –…

Wherever today finds you—whether in joy, uncertainty, hope, discouragement, or somewhere in between—Jesus is near. Join Stasi as she offers a simple invitation to pause and welcome His presence into the very places we are living today. As the Captivated Podcast takes a short break during July, may these few moments remind us that we are never alone. Jesus is with us, for us, and eager to meet us in the realities of our lives. Join us in taking a moment to open the doors of our hearts once again and invite Him into it all. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Hebrews 13:5 (NIV) – Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." Revelation 3:20 (NIV) – Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. John 15:4 (NIV) – Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.…

In Part 2 of this conversation, Stasi welcomes back Blaine Eldredge, Director of Spiritual Formation at Wild at Heart, to continue unpacking the mystery of beauty—the beauty that flows from our intimacy with Jesus. Together they explore the vulnerability and courage it takes to let our true selves be seen in a world that wounds beauty so deeply, and the healing ways Jesus continues to draw near with tenderness, restoration, and a love that calls out the beauty within us. Come and rediscover the beauty of God alive in us. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: John 15:9 (NIV) – As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 1 John 4:19 (NIV) – We love because he first loved us. John 8:3–11 (NIV) – The teachers of the law and the Pharisees brought in a woman caught in adultery. They made her stand before the group and said to Jesus, “Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery. In the Law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?” ... Jesus straightened up and asked…

Stasi invites Blaine Eldredge, our Director of Spiritual Formation at Wild at Heart, for a conversation about recapturing beauty—not the exhausting beauty our culture demands, but the deeply personal beauty that originates in the heart of God. Together they explore how Jesus reveals a beauty that is vulnerable, relational, and inviting; a beauty that isn’t based on performance, but draws us into His love. Come and rediscover the beauty that moves our hearts toward Him. This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Genesis 2:18 (NIV) – The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” Exodus 33:11 (NIV) – The Lord would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend. Deuteronomy 34:10 (NIV) – Since then, no prophet has risen in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face. Song of Songs 2:14 (NIV) – My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hiding places on the mountainside, show me your face, let me hear your voice; for…

Today’s episode is a special guided encounter, where Stasi gently leads us beyond learning about Jesus and into experiencing His presence within us. Through prayer, breath, Scripture, and sacred imagination, we are invited to settle our souls, release our burdens, and meet with the living Christ in the deep places of our hearts. We encourage you to set aside a quiet moment for this encounter, come expectant, and let Jesus draw you into His love. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Ephesians 3:17 (NIV) – so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love Psalm 42:7 (NIV) – Deep calls to deep in the roar of your waterfalls; all your waves and breakers have swept over me Revelation 3:20 (NIV) – Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me Psalm 23:1–3 (NIV) – The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside…

Intimacy with Jesus isn’t reserved for the spiritually polished—it’s an open invitation, already within reach, and woven into our ordinary moments. In today’s podcast, Stasi and Amber Sales—of the Wild at Heart team—reflect on what it means to cultivate intimacy with Jesus over time: trusting Him with our loneliness, our shame, and our longing to be truly known. He is already nearer than our breath, already delighting over us, and as we draw near to him, he draws near to us. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV) – Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. James 4:8 (NIV) – Come near to God and he will come near to you. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV) – The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing. Romans 2:4 (NIV) – Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness is intended to lead you to…

What might God do if we gave him our attention and our yes, for a single day? In the midst of our full lives, it is often easier to come away for one day than the full 4-day Captivating Retreat. In this episode, Stasi and Stacey Burton are excited to share about a new offering from Wild at Heart: the Captivating 1-Day Retreat. It's amazing how deeply Jesus can move when we give him a day to come away and be with him. Listen and discover what can unfold when we make space for deeper connection with Jesus. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Genesis 2:7 (NIV) – Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being. Acts 17:28 (NIV) – For in him we live and move and have our being. As some of your own poets have said, We are his offspring. John 15:5 (NIV) – 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. Ephesians 2:5 (NIV) – made us alive with…

What if the ways we’ve learned to live with food and our bodies could begin to make sense—and even soften—when seen through a deeper, more compassionate understanding of our story? In Part 2 of this series, Stasi and Diane Summers continue their conversation on food and the body as they explore the impact of our early years. As shame is named and grace is invited in, a more grounded and accepting way forward begins to unfold. We hope this conversation leaves you feeling encouraged, blessed by mercy, and hopeful for the goodness that is ahead. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 — E118 | Food and Our Bodies: Learning to Live in Kindness — you can do so here: YouTube: https://wahe.art/4clbkB7 Wild at Heart App: https://wahe.art/4cad3ug VERSES: John 8:32 (NIV) – Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free ….. DIANE SUMMERS Website: HopeNutritionTherapy.com Contact: diane@hopenutritiontherapy.com — If you tried to reach out to Diane after Part 1 and didn’t hear back, her…

One in four of us—perhaps even more—have a messy relationship with our bodies as well as with food. What if a struggle with food and our bodies is not a failure, but a place Jesus longs to meet us with mercy? In this tender conversation, deeper stories beneath diet culture are gently uncovered, inviting compassion, healing, and hope. Nothing in our story is beyond His care. Come and begin to receive a kinder way forward. This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Isaiah 61:1 (NIV) – The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners. Luke 4:18 (NIV) – The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free. Song of Songs 2:14 (NIV) – My dove in the…

In every page of Scripture, the heart of God is reaching toward us. In this episode, Stasi sits down with Olivia Eldredge, editor of The Message Women’s Devotional Bible, as they explore where the stories of women rise with dignity and depth. Together they uncover God’s heart for His daughters and His invitation to bring our whole selves—questions, wounds, and the deeper places of our hearts—into His presence. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Luke 1:38 (NIV) – I am the Lord’s servant, Mary answered. May your word to me be fulfilled. Then the angel left her. Isaiah 19:22 (NIV) – The Lord will strike Egypt with a plague; he will strike them and heal them. They will turn to the Lord, and he will respond to their pleas and heal them. 1 Samuel 2:1-10 (NIV) – Hannah’s Prayer, here v1: Then Hannah prayed and said: My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in your deliverance. ….. OLIVIA ELDREDGE BIO Olivia Eldredge has been with NavPress since 2018.…

What if the ache you carry—the insecurity, the anxiety, the quiet sense of being “not enough”—is rooted in a lie you didn’t even know you believed? In today’s episode, Stasi welcomes Jennie Allen to share about the incredible moves of God on college campuses and then from her new book The Lie You Don’t Know You Believe, inviting us into a hope-filled conversation about the freedom Jesus offers when we bring our agreements into His light. There is a deeper Truth spoken over your life than any lie gripping you from the enemy. Come be reminded: God is on the move, you are captivating to Him, and freedom is closer than you think. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: 1 John 4:19 (NIV) – We love because he first loved us. Romans 8:1 (NIV) – Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Luke 7:47 (NIV) – Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little. Revelation 12:11 (NIV) – They triumphed over him by the…

How do we bless strength, adventure, and tenderness in the next generation without fear or striving? Stasi welcomes Rebekah Lovell into a conversation about her book Boyhood Resurrected, honoring the God-given design of boys and the invitation Jesus offers us to bless what is wild and good. Together, they explore how grace, wisdom, and hope meet us as we raise hearts formed by love, freedom, and faith, in a demanding culture. And friends, as we talk about boys being “wired for wild,” we are not diminishing the unique and glorious ways girls are wired for adventure as well. While most Captivated episodes are directed toward women, this conversation turns toward nurturing boys in a world that too often misunderstands or diminishes them. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Hosea 6:3 (NIV) – Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth. Psalm 100:1 (NIV) – Shout for joy to…

In this tender episode, Stasi invites us into the sacred terrain of our relationship with our mothers—where nurture, protection, and self-worth are first formed, and sometimes wounded. With compassion and truth, Stasi encourages us to let Jesus enter our stories as sons and daughters, healing what was missed and restoring what was lost. Come and discover the hope of knowing the mothering heart of God. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Exodus 20:12 (NIV) – Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you. Genesis 1:27 (NIV) – So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Psalm 131:2 (NIV) – But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child I am content. Psalm 139:16 (NIV) – Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. ….. RESOURCES For more on the Mother Wound: Becoming…

What does it really look like to seek God first in the midst of our ordinary days? In this episode, Stasi and Stacey Burton explore the ways God meets us as we enter new seasons—through attentiveness, worship, and daily practices that keep our hearts turned toward Him. This episode is an invitation to lean, to listen, and to live more deeply loved as you walk with Jesus into the days ahead. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Matthew 22:37 (NIV) – Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. Matthew 6:33 (NIV) – But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Song of Songs 8:5 (NIV) – Who is this coming up from the wilderness leaning on her beloved? James 1:5 (NIV) – If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. 1 John 5:14 (NIV) – This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears…

As a new year begins, Stasi is joined in the studio by her husband, John, for a thoughtful conversation about the pace of life and guarding our hearts. Together they reflect on what the past year has taught them and the gentle invitation of Jesus to slow down, release false urgency, and come back—again and again—to a life deeply rooted in Him. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) – Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Psalm 46:10 (NIV) – He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’ Matthew 11:29–30 (NIV) – Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. John 4:32 (NIV) – But he said to them, ‘I have food to eat that you know nothing about.’ John 4:34 (NIV) – Then Jesus said, ‘My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work.’ Psalm 1:1–3 (NIV) – …That person is like…

Recorded live, this special Advent gathering invites listeners into the Story of stories through teaching, live worship, and guided prayer. Through music, reflection, and a holy encounter, Stasi leads us through a journey into waiting, longing, and the faithful Presence of Jesus, who came for us and is coming still. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. RESOURCES Worship set on Spotify: ⁠https://wahe.art/491LuQO⁠ Our deep gratitude to our incredible singers for their stunning performance at the gathering! Thank you to Amy Dale, Dani Bovee, and Laura Werner. Randy Gill – Mary’s song (“The Magnificat”): ⁠https://youtu.be/Fayk8ygaN18⁠ Watch the unedited live stream: https://wildatheart.org/events/women-advent-2025-livestream Film Scene Referenced: The Shawshank Redemption For more on the three levels of hope: Casual hope, crucial hope, and ultimate hope, read All Things New: Heaven, Earth, and the Restoration of Everything You Love by John Eldredge ⁠https://amzn.to/3v7mwz2⁠ ….. VERSES: Proverbs 13:12 (NIV) – Hope deferred makes…

What if the places that feel impossible are the very places God is inviting you to trust Him? In today’s podcast, Stasi welcomes back Bethany Kimsey—author, teacher, and founder of Warrior Motherhood Ministries—for a conversation filled with hope and wisdom. Bethany shares how Jesus met her in seasons of exhaustion and through unexpected invitations, offered her a strength she didn’t know to ask for. Together, Stasi and Bethany discuss daily rhythms with God, listening for His voice, and receiving a kind of rest that doesn’t remove us from the messy places but carries us through them. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 46:10 (NIV) – He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth. Matthew 11:28–30 (NIV) – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Jeremiah…

Friends, what if the healing we long for is waiting on the other side of letting others in? Today, author and teacher Toni Collier joins Stasi for a powerful conversation on her newest book, Don’t Try This Alone. Toni shares her raw, redemptive story of betrayal, resilience, and the trusted community God used to restore her. This conversation is a tender look at vulnerability, friendship, and the God who redeems every story. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 31:24 (NIV) – Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV) – But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. John 11:35–36 (NIV) – Jesus wept. Then the Jews said, ‘See how he loved him!’ John 21:15–17 (NIV) – “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?’ ‘Yes, Lord,’ he said, ‘you know that I love you.’…

What if the death of a marriage isn’t the end of your story but the beginning of redemption? Stasi welcomes Lysa TerKeurst and Dr. Joel Muddamalle for an honest conversation about sorrow, loss, courage, and healing as they discuss their new book, Surviving an Unwanted Divorce. In every moment of our lives, the painful and the promising, our hearts are held by our faithful, loving God who walks with us to hope and wholeness. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Malachi 2:16 (NIV) – ‘The man who hates and divorces his wife,’ says the Lord, the God of Israel, ‘does violence to the one he should protect,’ says the Lord Almighty. So be on your guard, and do not be unfaithful.” Genesis 50:20 (NIV) – You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Romans 12:18 (NIV) – If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. John 15:13 (NIV) – Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. ….. GUESTS Lysa…

How do we deepen our union and communion with Jesus in everyday life? In part two, Stasi and Elaine share practical ways to cultivate intimacy with God by learning to rest, listen, and walk with him moment by moment through Scripture, prayer, worship, and the quiet turning of our hearts toward love. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can do so here: YouTube: ⁠https://wahe.art/47yhgW2⁠ Wild at Heart App: ⁠https://wahe.art/48GMonq⁠ VERSES: Matthew 11:28 (NIV) – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) – Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. John 10:27 (NIV) – My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. John 15:15 (NIV) – I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends… ….. Stasi & Elaine’s Go-To Resources for Drawing Closer to God Book: Experience Jesus. Really: Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder through Everyday Encounters with…

When life feels busy or uncertain, how do we return to the One who dwells within where his presence is the quiet center of our days? Join Stasi and her guest, Elaine Supple, as they talk about union and communion—turning inward to the little heaven of our souls and discovering an intimacy with Jesus that changes everything. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 84:2 (NIV) – My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. Psalm 42:1 (NIV) – As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. John 17:21 (NIV) – That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. Philippians 4:7 (NIV) – And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. John 15:4–5 (NIV) – Remain in me, as I also remain in you... apart from me you can do nothing. 1 Corinthians 6:19 (NIV) – Do you not know that…

Stasi welcomes Stacey Burton for a conversation about the rhythms of life—the joy found in seasons of goodness, the ache of letting go, and the gift of finding God in new ways. With honesty and hope, they name the beauty and loss of changing seasons in family, friendships, and faith, offering simple rhythms to stay near God’s heart and encouragement to trust His goodness through every season. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: 1 Chronicles 29:22 (NIV) – They ate and drank with great joy in the presence of the Lord that day. Then they acknowledged Solomon son of David as king a second time, anointing him before the Lord to be ruler and Zadok to be priest. Psalm 13:5–6 (NIV) – But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing the Lord’s praise, for he has been good to me. Psalm 32:11 (NIV) – Rejoice in the Lord and be glad, you righteous; sing, all you who are upright in heart! Psalm 6:1–2 (NIV) – Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your wrath. Have mercy on me,…

In the conclusion of this two-part series, Stasi and Lisa Beck explore how to discover our irreplaceable roles in God’s story. They reflect on how God often reveals our calling in everyday moments, from the themes in our lives to the desires of our hearts. With honesty, humor, and a powerful prayer of blessing, they inspire us to cast off comparison, stand in our belovedness, and embrace the unique way God has designed us. Friends, your life matters, and your desire to play an important and significant role is God-given. You are irreplaceable. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can do so here: YouTube: https://wahe.art/4mDZ2rn Wild at Heart App: https://wahe.art/4n8fcJf VERSES: Acts 9:18 (NIV) – Immediately, something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, and he could see again. He got up and was baptized. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) – For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. ….. RESOURCES Captivating: Unveiling the…

In part one of this two-part series, Stasi is joined by her friend Lisa Beck of the Wild at Heart women’s team to reflect on a core desire of every woman’s heart: to play her irreplaceable role in God’s epic story. Through tender stories of hidden impact and lasting influence, they remind us that each of us is significant and that all our offerings, large and small, carry eternal value. We hope this episode helps you see how deeply you matter and recognize with fresh wonder and hope your irreplaceable role in God’s kingdom. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) – For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Matthew 18:3 (NIV) – And he said: ‘Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’ Mark 12:31 (NIV) – The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these. ….. RESOURCES Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's…

What does it mean to embody Christ, to be the living expression of his love in the world? In this inspiring episode, Stasi invites listeners to embrace our God-given design as image-bearers who carry his presence into our everyday moments. Through Scripture, story, and gentle guidance, Stasi shares how we reflect Jesus not by striving, but by receiving his love, blessing our lives, and living surrendered. Dear one, you matter, and your life reveals the heart of God. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Ephesians 1:18–19 (NIV) – I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. 2 Corinthians 5:20 (NIV) – We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. John 14:12 (NIV) – Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been…

What if being fully known isn't something to fear, but a pathway to freedom, rest, and joy? In this encouraging conversation, Stasi welcomes Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith for a conversation around the themes of her newest book, Being Fully Known. They discuss spiritual rest, emotional authenticity, and the courage to live into who God says we are. It’s an invitation to release striving, embrace vulnerability, and discover the sacred beauty of a life rooted in belonging. Friends, this conversation is a gentle call to rest and receive God’s love in the quiet places we long to be seen. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: John 10:10 (NIV) – The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. Isaiah 53:5 (NIV) – But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. ….. DR. SAUNDRA DALTON-SMITH Website: ⁠https://⁠⁠www.drdaltonsmith.com/⁠ Podcast, I Choose My…

Today we pause to celebrate 100 episodes—100 conversations centered on Jesus and his goodness, gentleness, and relentless pursuit of our hearts. Stasi and producer Stacey Burton reflect on the story behind the podcast and its sacred journey. What began as a divine invitation has become a space to encounter Jesus again and again. Through stories of surrender, prayer, and sharing of what we love most about Jesus, this episode is more than a celebration—it’s a continued invitation to deeper union with the One who is endlessly kind and always near. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 150:1–6 (NIV) – Praise the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise…

Today’s episode is a beautiful reminder that Jesus doesn’t demand, he invites. In this heartfelt conversation, Michelle Patterson of the Wild at Heart women’s team joins Stasi to explore the gentle, persistent ways Jesus invites us into healing, trust, and, ultimately, more union with him. Through their honest stories, Stasi and Michelle talk about learning to recognize his knock, responding without shame, and allowing him to come into the places where we need more of him. Come listen, and be reminded that his love is always pursuing you. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: John 3:16 (NIV) – For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Revelation 3:20 (NIV) – Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. Matthew 11:28–29 (NIV) – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn…

Have you ever struggled to believe that God sees you, knows you, and has a purpose for your life? Stasi is joined by Stacey Burton to reflect on the beauty of God’s faithfulness in our lives. Stacey shares her journey of walking with God through cancer, self-doubt, and stepping into an unexpected calling. Together, they discuss trusting His leading, overcoming the lies that keep us small, and embracing His invitations—regardless of the strength of our fears. If you’ve ever wrestled with your purpose, this episode will encourage you to step into your true identity—for you were made for such a time as this, and you are needed. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 27:4 (NIV) – One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. Esther 4:14 (NIV) – For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family…

On this episode of Captivated, Stasi invites the delightful Annie F. Downs into the studio for an honest conversation about walking with Jesus and how deeply we are held by Him—every season of our lives. They explore rhythms of rest, the gift of Sabbath, and the invitation to trust God’s timing even when it’s difficult to see the full picture. From winter’s waiting to summer’s work, they share about the beauty of every season and the joy of partnering with Christ. If you’re feeling stuck, longing for rest, or simply needing encouragement, join us as we lean into God’s goodness together. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Romans 14:8 (NIV) – If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Psalm 100:3 (NIV) – Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Matthew 25:21 (NIV) – “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will…

Today, Stasi invites us to step into the healing of our past as we learn to see our stories through the eyes of Jesus—with kindness, not shame. Through reflections on forgiveness, restoration, and God’s unwavering love, we’ll discover that it’s not our history that defines us—it’s Jesus who does. He invites us to remember our stories with mercy and receive his healing in the places that still ache. Join us as we walk together into his presence, where true healing occurs. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: John 14:27 (NIV) – Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Ephesians 3:17 (NIV) – so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, Act 17:28 (NIV) – For in him we live and move and have our being.’As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring.’ Philippians 3:12 (NIV) – Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived…

Join Stasi Eldredge as she welcomes bestselling author and speaker Lisa Bevere for an inspiring conversation about faith and the power of God’s love. Lisa shares wisdom from her book Godmothers—how we can nurture and champion one another as women—and opens up about her own story of redemption. They discuss overcoming fear, embracing our divine calling, and finding strength in worship. If you’ve ever wondered how to pour into others, this episode will encourage you to step forward in courage and love. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Matthew 6:9-13 (NIV) – (here v. 9–10) This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Psalm 40:2 (NIV) – He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. Judges 5:7 (NIV) – Villagers in Israel would not fight; they held back until I, Deborah, arose, until I arose, a mother in Israel. Ephesians 6:10 (NIV) – Finally,…

Today, Stasi is joined by Emily Wilson Hussem—author, speaker, YouTuber, wife, and mother—to discuss Emily’s new book, Sincerely, Stoneheart. Emily pulls back the curtain on the enemy’s relentless schemes to attack our hearts. Satan attempts to fill us with fear and discouragement to keep us from stepping into the fullness of who we truly are in Christ. We each hold a unique beauty that God placed within us, and when we root ourselves in God, we can step boldly into the life we are created for. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 23:1 (NIV) – The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. Psalm 103:12 (NIV) – as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. Matthew 6:34 (NIV) – Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. 2 Corinthians 2:11 (NIV) – in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes. John 10:10 (NIV) – The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come…

In today’s episode—Part 2 of Dreaming with God—Stasi reminds us of the three core desires we as women share: the longing to be romanced, to play an irreplaceable role, and to unveil beauty. These desires reflect God’s own heart. Desires are clues to the dreams God has planted in our hearts, and though we share core desires, there are many that are particular to us as well. Though wounds may dim them, Jesus can restore them. Jesus is inviting you to dream with him again and step into your unique, irreplaceable role in his story. Join Stasi as she shares the truth that we are seen, pursued, and free to embrace the desires of our hearts through dreaming with God again. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) – Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Isaiah 61:1 (NIV) – The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release…

What is the world’s definition of beauty? How often have we squeezed, strived, and starved ourselves in order to meet its impossible standards, only to feel we’re never enough? Today’s podcast is Part 1 of a two-part series on Dreaming with God, where Stasi shares God's invitation to see ourselves through His eyes—to trade striving for rest, shame for grace, and the enemy’s lies for God’s Truth. God not only calls us beautiful (SoS 1:15), but He also invites us to walk in union with Him, partnering with Him in the joy of becoming who He has created us to be and offering what He has uniquely planted in our hearts. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Song of Songs 4:1 (NLT) – You are beautiful, my darling, beautiful beyond words. Your eyes are like doves … 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NLT) – So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord – who is the Spirit – makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image. John 15:5 (NLT) – Yes, I am the vine; you…

Stasi is happy to welcome back Liz Wright — best-selling author, international speaker, and CEO and Founder of the International Mentoring Community — whose life is a beautiful testimony of profound transformation because of the love of Christ. Today’s conversation is a divine invitation. Jesus is calling us into rest — not just as a moment of pause, but as a way of continually living in Him. Together, they unpack the power of trusting Jesus and the freedom that comes when we surrender and believe. May your heart be drawn closer to Him as you receive the rest He so freely gives! ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Psalm 62:1 (NIV) – Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Jeremiah 6:16 (NIV) – This is what the Lord says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But you said, ‘We will not walk in it.’ Hebrews 4:1-3 (NLT) – God’s promise of entering his rest still stands, so we ought to tremble…

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. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. 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…

In today’s episode, Stasi Eldredge invites us into a powerful conversation about the freedom Christ has won for us – and the spiritual warfare that seeks to keep us from living in it. Through Scripture and personal stories, Stasi exposes the enemy’s schemes, which are designed to keep our hearts captive and separate us from experiencing the love of God. But take heart: through Christ, we have the authority to break the enemy’s lies and step into the fullness of the life God has won for us. You are chosen, you are loved, and you are made for freedom. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Galatians 5:1 (NLT) – So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. 1 Peter 5:8 (NLT) – Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. John 10:10 (NLT) – The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. Romans 8:1 (NLT) – So now…

Stasi sits down with Stacey Burton to share two exciting ministry updates. First, they celebrate the launch of the very first Captivated podcast airing on YouTube! Second, they explore the global epidemic of loneliness and the deep longing we all have to belong – just as we are. We are made for connection, and community can help healing begin. To support this, we’re introducing Captivating Fires – a monthly, Christ-centered gathering where women can come as they are, feel known, and restore their hearts. Join us in this beautiful movement of belonging and hope! ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. It’s not too late to join us for Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus – wildatheart.org/ablaze Ablaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, every Tuesday through February 18, 2025. You can catch up on previous sessions, or register, at wildatheart.org/ablaze For more on Captivating Fires, visit: https://wildatheart.org/events/captivating-fires Watch today’s Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xLtS6Xi3nQo VERSES: Revelations…

Today Stasi welcome’s back her dear friend – and prayer warrior – Melanie Boudreau, as they explore the beauty of lives fully surrendered to God’s heart, the power of intercession, and the miracles of healing from prayer. Melanie shares encouraging first-hand testimonies of ways she partners with God in order to witness his healing work in ordinary moments. Friends, this is such an inspiring conversation, as together Stasi and Melanie invite us to risk trusting God in our daily Christian life, by walking boldly in faith and in His presence. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. It’s not too late to join us for Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus – wildatheart.org/ablaze Ablaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, every Tuesday through February 18, 2025. You can catch up on previous sessions, or register, at wildatheart.org/ablaze VERSES: 1 Chronicles 29:11 (NIV) – Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is…

Join us for this heartfelt episode as Stasi welcomes Jenni Graebe—wife, mother, podcaster, and author. Together, they explore the joys and challenges of cultivating a balanced home and family rooted in God’s love. Jenni shares her journey of faith and how leaning into God’s grace through every season led her to her life’s calling. From her newest book, The Rhythm of Home, co-authored with her husband, Chris, Jenni unpacks a few of the rhythms that nurture their family: speaking life, serving, seeking adventure, slowing down, and staying in awe. The wisdom and authenticity in this conversation are sure to inspire and encourage your heart. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. REGISTER: Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus – wildatheart.org/ablaze Ablaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, beginning Tuesday, January 14, 2025 For more information or to register, visit wildatheart.org/ablaze RELATABLE VERSES: Ephesians 4:29 – Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as…

Oh, friends, Merry Christmas! On this day of celebration, Stasi simply wants to invite you to take a few moments to reflect on the beauty and wonder of the Christmas story: the story of the invasion of the Kingdom! The coming of our Savior as a babe in Bethlehem – Emmanuel, God with us – fills us with gratitude, joy, awe, and hope as we look forward to Him coming again! As we celebrate the birth of Jesus today, let’s remember and rejoice, together! ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. VERSES: Luke 2:1–20 (NIV) — The Christmas Story, the birth of Jesus Revelation 12:1–6 — The Woman and the Dragon Philippians 2:6–7 — Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. John 1:14 — The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. Colossians 1:15–20 — The Son…

In today’s episode, Stasi invites us to reimagine “duty” through the heart of faithfulness and loving Jesus as a response to His extravagant love. Whether you're feeling weary or longing for deeper connection, Stasi shares how life with God isn’t about lifeless obligation, but passion and intimacy. Though sometimes duty and obedience are the only driving forces we possess, in time duty will shift to desire as we encounter Jesus. Stasi also guides us through a prayer to rest in the Presence of Jesus and to meet with Him today. Friends, we pray that today’s podcast will help you find hope, rest, and restoration as you draw near to the One who first loved us. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. REGISTER: Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus – wildatheart.org/ablaze Ablaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, beginning Tuesday, January 14, 2025 For more information or to register, visit wildatheart.org/ablaze VERSES: 2 John 5–6 (NIV) — And now, dear lady, I am not writing you a new command but one we have had from the…

Have you ever experienced a season when God felt distant, while your heart was aching to hear from him? Friends, you are not alone. Today, Stasi Eldredge is joined by Karen Christakis and Amber Sales – from the Wild at Heart Women’s Team – for an honest and encouraging conversation about what his silence might mean, why it happens, and how it might actually be a sign of His good and deeper work in you. Join us as we share from the scriptures and our own experiences of what we’ve learned living through silent seasons about our own hearts and the heart of our faithful God. ….. SHOW NOTES: ….. REGISTER for Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus – wildatheart.org/ablaze Ablaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, beginning Tuesday, January 14, 2025 For more information and to register, visit wildatheart.org/ablaze VERSES: Psalm 27:14 (NIV) — Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Job 30:20 (NIV) — I cry out to you, God, but you do not answer; I stand up, but you merely look at…