Part 1: The Disruptive Goodness of Jesus
The Life of Jesus
What you believe about Jesus shapes everything—your understanding of God, yourself, and what it means to live a holy life. In this first episode of The Life of Jesus, John Eldredge unpacks why getting to know Jesus personally is not just theology—it’s transformational. From his unexpected humility at his baptism to his integrity in resisting temptation, we see a man who leads with love, truth, and astonishing kindness. John shares compelling stories—from personal experiences to the calling of the disciples—that highlight Jesus’ humanity, his authority, and his generosity. Along the way, we explore how Jesus defies cultural expectations by including others in his mission, disrupting false beliefs, and embodying the fierce love of God. This episode invites you to see Jesus not as a distant religious figure, but as the most remarkable person you’ve ever met. Learn more about the heart of Jesus at wildatheart.org and experience his story through the Gospels with fresh eyes.
Part 2: Unflinching Love and Intentionality
The Life of Jesus
What kind of man is this? As Part 2 of The Life of Jesus unfolds, John Eldredge explores a string of extraordinary stories from Matthew 8–17 that reveal Jesus’ calm authority, intentional love, and surprising playfulness. From calming storms and casting out demons to navigating heartbreak after John the Baptist’s death, we see a man of deep capacity—able to engage enemies with restraint, speak hard truths with clarity, and still retreat for solitude when grief overwhelms. With unmatched kindness, Jesus extends healing to the blind, raises the dead, welcomes the weary, and even provides a temple tax coin through the mouth of a fish—all without losing his center. His actions consistently model a fierce love and unshakable maturity that defy religious expectation and cultural pressure. If you’ve ever longed to know Jesus more personally—as someone you could laugh with, trust in crisis, and follow with confidence—this episode invites you deeper into that journey. Explore more at wildatheart.org.
Part 3: What Jesus Is Really Like
The Life of Jesus
How would your view of life shift if you truly knew Jesus as he is? In part three of The Life of Jesus, John Eldredge explores Jesus’ personality, actions, and humanity through the Gospel of John—starting with his role as Creator and moving through rich, layered stories: his first miracle at the wedding in Cana, his disruptive passion in the temple, his nighttime conversation with Nicodemus, and his kindness to the Samaritan woman at the well. You’ll also encounter the playfulness of Jesus, his disruptive honesty, and his winsome capacity to see and call out what is true in people. John reflects on how Jesus’ humanity—his fatigue, compassion, humor, and fierce love—opens our eyes to what life with God can actually look like.This session invites us to shed distorted or stale ideas about Jesus and encounter the man himself—true, passionate, engaging, and beautiful. Jesus isn’t aloof or overly spiritual—he’s deeply present, winsomely disruptive, and eager for real relationship.To go deeper, explore The Wild at Heart Experience and browse other free resources from John Eldredge and the Wild at Heart team.
Part 4: The Life and Love of Jesus
The Life of Jesus
What kind of man is Jesus—really? In the final episode of The Life of Jesus, John Eldredge continues through the Gospel of John, revealing the compelling, disruptive, and profoundly beautiful character of Jesus. From walking on water to raising Lazarus from the dead, from his profound grief in Gethsemane to his playful breakfast on the beach after the resurrection, Jesus’ actions continue to challenge our assumptions and stir our hearts.You’ll encounter Jesus’ kindness, humility, grief, outrage, and joy—as well as his unmatched ability to love even in agony. But it doesn’t end there. John unpacks how the same life that animated Jesus is now made available to us. This isn’t about admiring a distant Savior or striving to imitate him on our own strength. It’s about learning to live his life from within—by abiding in him, drawing life from the vine, and discovering the secret to the easy yoke.To grow in intimacy with Jesus and recover your heart, visit wildatheart.org and explore the Wild at Heart Experience or dive into other free resources from John Eldredge and the team.