In the dawn of our childhood, we lived with God in a garden paradise. We walked with our Abba Father in the cool of the day, in conversational intimacy. We were designed to live within the safety of God—experiencing his presence and drawing nourishment from our union with him. Eden was our home. But we lost that home, and we have been seeking refuge ever since.

We live today in a world of skeptical pragmatism. We have become disciples of the Internet. We have answers to every question at our fingertips, and yet we have never been more distracted, anxious, and weary. This is not only dulling our souls but keeping us from experiencing the power we can’t live without—a power that comes through intimate communion with our Creator.

There is a path that leads back home . . . to a state of unbroken communion with the God who created us for adventure and intimacy. We can experience the refuge of his powerful, healing presence—but only if we learn to open our hearts to him. A life of everyday encounters with Jesus will help you get back.

In this study guide and streaming video series, John Eldredge, as spiritual father, reveals how to experience the everyday refuge, strength, and wonder available to the friends of Jesus.

This study guide includes:

• Individual access to five streaming video sessions.
• A guide to best practices for leading a group
• Video notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion time
• Personal study for deeper reflection between sessions

Sessions and video run times:

1. What Children and Mystics Know (22:30)
2. The Refuge of God (20:30)
3. Love and Truth as Refuge (19:00)
4. Jesus: The Integrating Center of All Things (22:30)
5. The Wonders of God’s Kingdom (23:00)