The Heidi St. John Podcast

As we enter into a new year, many people are experiencing grief and loss. For many, 2022 was a year of loss and grief. As a culture, we are not equipped to talk about grief—and we often run from grieving people rather than grieve with them. Today, Gary and Laura House, founders of ourheartsarehome.org join me to talk about how to minister to someone who may be in the midst of suffering. SHOW NOTES

God’s ways are counter-cultural by today’s standards. A listener’s question about reversing a tubal ligation sparked today’s episode about the value of children and family. You get one shot at raising your kids. Don’t waste it! SHOW NOTES

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! Today I’m answering listener questions starting with the question of letting kids host sleepovers. Listen in!  Become a Monthly Supporter | SHOW NOTES

As you know, my husband and I have seven children. They range in age from Jr High to adult—with the oldest being in her 30’s. Today, I am blessed to have all of my kids in the studio to talk about what it was like to be homeschooled—would they homeschool their own kids, what about socialization, what their biggest “takeaways” about homeschooling were and more. This is the first time they have all...

As you know, my husband and I have seven children. They range in age from Jr High to adult—with the oldest being in her 30’s. Today, I am blessed to have all of my kids in the studio to talk about what it was like to be homeschooled—would they homeschool their own kids, what about socialization, what their biggest “takeaways” about homeschooling were and more. This is the first time they have all...

Rick Green joins me today to talk about the events of 2022 — and what’s ahead for the Conservative movement in 2023. We have reason to hope!   SHOW NOTES

My good friend Kirk Cameron is joining me on the show today. Last week I shared what's happening with his brand-new book and he's joining me today to discuss what it takes to get a decent book into story time in our public libraries. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Dr. Mark Sherwood is joining me today to help answer your MailBox Monday questions. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Did you know that many friendships are seasonal in nature? In the ebb and flow of life, we need to have grace for one another. What happens when friendships don’t make the transition from one season of life to another? It can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be devastating. Today, author and speaker Connie Albers joins me to shed light on some of the important truths about attracting—and keepi...

What happens when our prayers seem to fall on deaf ears? Is God listening? Does He care? Today, I’m joined again for a discussion about the importance of prayer and the heart of God. SHOW NOTES

Why Pray? For starters—because God loves you and wants an intimate relationship with you. In a post-Christian culture where prayer is not prioritized, many Christians lack a basic understanding of the incredible power of prayer. Today, author Dennis Fuqua, who served as a pastor for over 20 years, joins me for a powerful conversation about why prayer is a crucial component of a growing relationshi...

Dr. Roger Smith has been practicing Internal and Pediatric Medicine since 1989 and has a heart to help families stay healthy and fulfill God's design of family unity through Biblical principles. Roger is joining me on the show today to talk about parenting with influence. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Today is MailBox Monday and I'll be answering your questions. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Today Michael Seifert , CEO of Public Square, is joining me on the show today. We are talking about a brand new Patriotic alternative to Amazon. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Do you ever wonder what you can expect after homeschooling? Today, my daughter Savannah joins me to talk about how she made homeschooling her own, scheduling, curriculum, socialization, and more. Don’t miss this encouraging, heartwarming conversation. SHOW NOTES

“What do your adult kids remember/think about homeschooling?”  I get this question all the time, and so today, Savannah, the oldest of our seven and now a mother of four herself, joins me to talk candidly about all things homeschooling, from socialization to why she and her husband decided to homeschool their own kids. Don’t miss it! SHOW NOTES

Have you ever heard the term ASMR? Today on the show we're going to dive a bit into how it's defined and what it means for Christians. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Today on MailBox Monday Dr. Mark Sherwood is joining me on the show. He's helping me tackle some questions about marriage and questions related to health. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Dr. Mark Sherwood is joining me on the show today to help me answer your questions! SHOW NOTES

Today on the show we're tackling some of the current headlines, the Respect for Marriage Act, and where we should place our hope. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Does Christmas have pagan roots? If so, should Christians celebrate a holiday rooted in paganism? This is a topic that always sifts to the surface this time of year. Listen in! SHOW NOTES

Are you struggling with bickering children in your home?  If so, you’re not alone. Many parents feel worn out by the constant bickering and arguing in their homes.  Today, I’m answering a question from a weary mom of boys from my Bible Study, “The Peaceful Fruit of Righteousness.” Bottom line: we set the tone. The example starts with us! SHOW NOTES

How do you deal with a spouse who is verbally abusive? What is a short, “elevator pitch” for talking about SEL? I’ll be answering these questions and reading great news from a listener in Indiana today at the show. ​ SHOW NOTES

It’s easy to lob bombs at each other over the not-so-imaginary fence lines that social media has expertly constructed, isn’t it? How do we bridge the divide between us in a time when we don’t need to be in the same room to inflict harm on each other?  Dr. Jeff Myers has brilliant insight to share as we talk about the power of relationship and why we must engage, instead of trying to escape th...

Our world in experiencing massive polarization—both politically and personally. After Covid and a divisive political season, how do we make progress? Dr. Jeff Myers joins me today to talk about why it’s so important that we have a commitment to the pursuit of truth. The Internet is not reality. It has monetized and capitalized on our national anger—but God has a better way. Truth and relationships...