Topic: Heart

The hosts introduce a clip from John Eldridge on The Exorcist Files podcast regarding spiritual "agreements." Eldridge explains that believers live in a "love story set in a world at war," referencing Revelation 12. He provides three tests for internal thoughts: paying attention to inner chatter, noticing what comes out of one's mouth, and examining the "fruit" of the thoughts (love and joy versus fear and anxiety).

The hosts discuss their appreciation for the television series *When Calls the Heart*, noting that they have begun rewatching the show from the first episode. They highlight the importance of redemptive story arcs where characters overcome dark pasts to become better people. This type of life-giving media is contrasted with dark, negative modern entertainment that lacks hopeful outcomes.

In response to a listener's letter, the hosts discuss the Hallmark series "When Calls the Heart," a period piece set in the Canadian Northwest Territories during the early 1900s. They praise the show for its focus on faith, family, and freedom, contrasting it with modern Hollywood content that they feel includes "obligatory" social agendas. The series is highlighted for its character development and its depiction of historical moral dilemmas, such as the introduction of comic books and jazz dances.

The hosts respond to a request from listener Charles Steele, whose daughter Viola was diagnosed with a rare heart condition called pulmonary vein stenosis. After undergoing 14 surgeries, the family faces a difficult decision regarding a future operation. The hosts lead a prayer for Viola's healing and for the family to receive divine discernment.

The hosts explore "geofencing," a location-based advertising strategy used by both non-profits like Heart of the Hills and political actors. They discuss reports of the Israeli government hiring a U.S. firm to target churchgoers on the West Coast and in Austin with specific messaging. The segment warns listeners about how data brokers track movements to mold public opinion through mobile notifications.

The host describes how changing his "heart posture" based on 2 Corinthians 5:17 allowed him to resolve his workplace issues respectfully. By viewing himself as a "new creation," he was able to settle grievances without resorting to legal action. He encourages listeners in similar "desert" situations to trust the process of spiritual refinement.

The fear of missing out (FOMO) is identified as a primary driver of digital addiction, which author John Eldredge describes as an "assault on the heart." One host shares a personal strategy for managing high email volumes by replying less frequently to reduce the cycle of incoming messages. They conclude that being "in the know" often comes at a high emotional cost to one's spiritual well-being.