Wild at Heart E858 | The Good Heart 2.0 - Part 1
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Jan 12, 2026 Exploring the concept of the 'good heart,' hosts delve into how many still believe their hearts are wicked. They discuss God's promise to transform hearts, emphasizing the importance of regeneration in salvation. The notion of a noble heart that welcomes God's word is highlighted through Jesus' teachings. A deep dive into scripture reveals God's intention to replace stony hearts with new, fleshy ones. The conversation also touches on identity, hope, and how failures don’t define us as they unpack the ongoing journey of spiritual formation.
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A Loving Correction Exposes Blindness
- John recounts a loving friend who gently exposed how he had wounded them, revealing personal blindness.
- That encounter illustrated recurring cycles of harm, repentance, and the need for deeper change.
The Depth Of The Human Condition
- The human condition spiraled into widespread wickedness and corruption after the Fall.
- Athanasius describes humanity's slide as 'monstrous,' showing the depth of the heart problem God must address.
Salvation Must Change The Heart's Tendency
- True salvation must address the tendency to sin, not only the consequences.
- George MacDonald says salvation makes the heart pure so sin becomes disgusting to that person.
