The Heidi St. John Podcast

I don’t want to keep up the family gift exchange, but my mom says she needs it. | My last two (of seven) kids are wanting to go to a Christian school, but I want to keep homeschooling them. | So many Christians are Swifties. How do they not know all she is about? | How do you feel about recreational marijuana? Stick around for Happy Hour where I’m answering a few more questions. I’m talking about...

Vaccines during pregnancy, the MTHFR gene, childhood eczema, low testosterone in men and more! Join HSJ and Dr. Mark Sherwood as they answer listener questions! Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/answers-listener-questions

It today's "you can't make this stuff up," a pair of men who wish they were women won gold and silver in a female cycle race in Illinois a few days ago- and it's not the first time they have finished ahead of biological women. I have a suggestion—and I'd like to hear yours—but I think women should BOYCOTT any and all sports that allow delusional men to enter as women. Wha...

Today I am joined by a fellow off-the-bencher who saw a need and found a way to fill it, learning to balance mom life while still managing and growing a small business. She has served as the Chief Clerk to three Speakers of the House in the Montana State Legislature, an advisor to the legislature, and now is a homeschool mom of three. She has a heart to provide wholesome books for children, and is...

Every day, Christians around the world are arrested and tortured for their faith in Jesus Christ. Today, I am joined by Todd Nettleton, Chief of Media Relations and Message Integration for The Voice of the Martyrs, and host of The Voice of the Martyrs Radio. Todd serves as a voice for persecuted Christians, inspiring US Christians with the faithfulness of Christ’s followers in 70+ nations where th...

My fiancé of 10 years doesn’t want me going to church. What should I do? | My heart is breaking for my prodigal adult child. How do I keep my head up and focus on my husband and children here at home? | How do I deal with Mom guilt when I fail? | Bethel Church: what are your concerns? Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/mailbox-monday-questions-answered

We are seeing a mass exodus of young adults from the faith, and 70% of students don’t believe in absolute truth. This trend is accelerating rapidly, and we absolutely must stop the train. It’s a matter of eternal significance for children all over the globe. My friend Dave Richardson is here today to talk about the way he teaches students to recognize the assumptions they have, and how to look pas...

I think all parents approach the empty nesting years with mixed emotions, but don’t realize how much we are in control of how they go. What if the kids don’t want to come to holiday dinners? Why don’t they call me back? Where do I fit in now? Let’s talk about what that can look like when we transition well. We can thrive as empty nesters and become great friends with our kids! Show Notes: ttp://he...

What is it about the holidays that make parents passive/aggressive? Could it be change? :) Change is inevitable in the parent-child relationship, but it doesn't have to be unbearable. Let's talk about how we can interact with our adult children in a way that's life-giving to both parent and child. I think you'll be encouraged! Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/adult-...

War in the Middle East, cultural arguments, healthcare tensions, financial troubles stemming from political decisions... all of the above are like a wet blanket we are wearing. The world needs some hope, friends. But if we don't have our own hearts and minds in the right place, we forget that we are the bearers of that hope and peace, and it's our job to share it! Join me today, and let&#3...

Is repentance required before salvation? And can we be a Christian and continue with unrepentant sin? | My 11 year old Isn’t interested in homeschool. Any suggestions? | I’m a new Christian. How do I study the Bible? I’m coming back for Happy Hour to answer a question about the years of parenting adults. There’s not much written about those years! I’m going to talk about how we have handled the bl...

We don’t have to look far to realize how lacking we are in critical thinking as a culture, as the pandemic shone the light brightly on this fact. But there is a reason for it, and you need to know so you can fill in the gap with your children. Join me with Kathy Gibbens and let’s talk about how we can teach our kids to think critically and notice logical fallacies they will encounter on a daily ba...

It’s storytime with Heidi! Gather ‘round like we used to in the good old days and listen in as I read a couple of Thanksgiving stories for all ages. Happy Thanksgiving, my friends! There is a lot to be thankful for. Show Notes: https://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/gather-round-thanksgiving-storytime

My husband says organic food is a scam. | Three best supplements for growing preteen athlete. | ADHD from a Christian perspective. | A testimonial about vitamin K alternative. | Helpful tips for hashimotos. | Free healthy thanksgiving recipe book! Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/dr-mark-healthy-thanksgiving

Merriam-Webster defines peace as freedom from civil disturbance and freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts and emotions. As we look around the world today, we can see that we have anything but peace–we have just the opposite–and yet in the midst of panic, in the midst of perilous times, the word of God offers us peace. We're going to spend a little bit of time talking today about the...

The percentage of families who are reading the Bible in their homes is dreadfully low, but we know it’s not because the desire is not there. It’s because we are intimidated, we think we’re not experts, we don’t know enough, we don’t have time to make the habit, you get the idea. There are plenty of excuses, but it is a matter of eternity that we start reading the Word with our children. Don’t miss...

A Reason To Celebrate: Why Traditions Matter The older we get, the quicker it seems like the time goes. And now that my kids are older, I am definitely seeing the fruit of what we had decided was important. Those years of family dinner and holiday traditions are now core memories and solid relationships for my children. In the chaos of our cultural holiday activities, it can be tempting to not fol...

Parents these days are frustrated, concerned, and angry that their kids aren't obeying, and what we are seeing is that it's time to parent differently. It's time to proactively raise kids with a purpose, so they know they can change the culture as they grow up. You guys always love it when Dr. Kathy is here with us, and today is no different. You will be encouraged!​ Show Notes: https:...

We know now more than ever how important it is to have our own tools at home to be able to take care of a lot of health needs that come up, and even better if it's actually good for us! Join me with my friend Melissa Crabtree, and we'll share the oils we never want to be without and how you can join us for tons of support and education on how to add essential oils to your family's dail...

Our bodies and souls are so desperate for rest, but some of us do this more easily than others. People who are Doers by nature, often Do something for rest, but I think that's not actually rest. It is out of an overflow that we serve others, so our impact is diminished when we don't take time for rest. (I'm just talking to myself today, so feel free to listen in!) The Lord talks about...

Join Dr. Mark and me on Happy Hour while we discuss ADHD in teens, the Republican debate, and the importance of our local sheriff. Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/thrive-during-menopause

This is a pretty common theme these days, and something we hear about regularly when we're on the road. Our men are under attack in our culture, and it's important that we remember that as we walk through this frustrating situation occurring in many homes today. While nagging is usually what we want to do, we can all agree that it's pretty ineffective. Let's talk about what we can...

When we are enshrining the right to kill babies in one state, conservatives in another are compromising on early abortions, and the good guys didn't win very many elections yesterday, it can feel like the deep is just taking us under and we will never come back up for air. But He is working in many of His people who don't make the headlines, and this is where we need to focus to remember t...

My friend Skye Dahl is back to talk with us about some basic principles of money management. The Bible talks a lot about being good stewards of what we have, and today we're covering 5 habits we should all adopt and teach to our children. Show Notes: https://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/ways-glorify-god-money-he-provides

Target CEO flat out lies about pride and devil worshiping merchandise, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is the subject of mockery for his excellent habit of guarding his eyes online, and Nashville shooter manifesto is leaked and filled with hateful statements. All that said, the sky is not falling! The Lord leaves us with His peace, one that is our job to share with the lost and dying world. Show...