Wild at Heart Study Guide plus Streaming Video, Updated Edition (Paperback)

Based on the best-selling book that has transformed the lives of millions of men worldwide, the Wild at Heart Study Guide: Updated Edition now includes streaming video access to all 6 video sessions with John Eldredge, ideal for individuals or groups.

A Path to Recover Your Masculine Heart.

God designed men to be powerful. Simply look at the dreams and desires written in the heart of every boy: to be a hero, a warrior, to love a beauty, to live a life of adventure. But sometime between boyhood and the struggles of yesterday, most men lose heart. All those passions, dreams, and desires get buried under deadlines, pressure, and disappointment.

In this provocative video study and guide, bestselling author John Eldredge reveals how you can reverse this trend and enter into wholeheartedness through the:

• Recovery of your warrior heart. Move beyond society’s confusing expectations of what a man should be and uncover who God truly created you to be.
• Healing the wounds and trauma of your story. Find a safe space to address the hidden hurts and disappointments that often hold men back from fully living.
• Pursuit of adventure, battle, and beauty. Reconnect with the deep, God-given desire for adventure and risk that resides in your soul. Instead of suppressing these instincts, you will learn how to channel your passion and energy into a life of meaningful pursuit.
• Delighting in the strength and wildness you’re created to offer the world. Gain the spiritual insight needed to answer the question, "What am I here for?"

Features of the Study

• Six In-Depth Sessions: Journey through transformative topics that address the core passions and struggles of a man's heart, from adventure and battle to healing and spiritual growth.
• Comprehensive Study Guide: This guide includes session-by-session discussion questions, personal reflections, and practical exercises designed to foster deep conversation and lasting change within your men's group.
• Streaming Video Access: Enhance your study with exclusive access to six video teachings from John Eldredge. These powerful presentations bring the core message of Wild at Heart to life, providing invaluable insight and encouragement for your group.
• Leader’s Guide Found in the back of the study guide, the Leader’s Guide provides preparation tips for leading a group through Wild at Heart, offers suggested structures for meetings, and helps leaders navigate group dynamics.

Video Sessions

1. The Heart of a Man (19 minutes) The series begins by exploring the core desires of the masculine heart—battle, adventure, and beauty—rooted in God's design for men. John invites viewers on a transformative journey to rediscover their true identity and purpose as men created in God's image.
2. The Poser (19 minutes) "Do I have what it takes?" is the core question of the masculine soul. John explores how fear of exposure and the search for validation shape men's lives, encouraging a journey to uncover true strength and authenticity.
3. The Wound (20 minutes) Men carry wounds, often stemming from unmet needs for love and validation from their fathers. John highlights the journey of healing these wounds through honesty, faith, and the restoration of the heart by God.
4. Session 4 The Battle (20 minutes) Spiritual warfare is real. You must learn to recognize and resist the enemy's lies. Through personal stories, John encourages breaking harmful agreements and embracing hope, leading to the restoration of the warrior heart and a life of purpose and connection.
5. Session 5 The Beauty (21 minutes) Men have a deep longing for love and validation, particularly in relationships with women. John emphasizes the importance of understanding a woman's heart, fighting for her with courage and resilience, and finding true fulfillment through connection and selfless love.
6. Session 6 The Adventure (21 minutes) Adventure has a transformative power to shape a man's soul. John teaches on the importance of risk-taking, trust in God's guidance, and the journey from boyhood to manhood, encouraging men to embrace their unique roles in God's larger story.

Streaming video access included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2030. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

John Eldredge is a bestselling author, a counselor, and a teacher. He is also president of Wild at Heart, a ministry devoted to helping people discover the heart of God, recover their own hearts in God's love, and learn to live in God's kingdom. John and his wife, Stasi, live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.