The Heidi St. John Podcast

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone! The struggles we face to get it “all” done boil down to one simple question: What’s important to you? But who defines “important?” For the Christian, the answer is found in the Word of God. Mentioned in Podcast * Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Daylight, by Heidi St. John * All The Pretty Things, by Dr. Edie Wadsworth  * Sign up for my FREE Essential Oils...

Our priorities are what drive us, and they matter. What do your decisions show are your priorities?

This month at MomStrong International, we’ve been studying the topic of joy… but what happens when we’re walking through suffering? 1 Peter talks about suffering proportionately more than any other book in the Bible. In the passage we’ve been looking at, he draws on an illustration from Isaiah 43. Today, I will be teaching on the metaphor of the fire—but looking more closely at the “refiners”...

Gather your kids and listen for a few minutes as I read a story for your children about the treasured tradition of the Christmas tree. Merry Christmas, everyone! Thank you for being a part of the podcast community. We are thankful for you! The Legend of the Christmas Tree , by Rick OsBorne

Join me with my  guest, Ann Dunagan for a conversation that will help you keep Christ at the center of your Christmas celebration. Merry Christmas! Ann Dunagan is a missions leader with Harvest Ministry, director of Daring Daughters, mobilizer with Mission-Minded Families , and global-mom with 7 kids (and a growing number of married-in-spouses and grandchildren). Since 1987, th...

In your part of the world, how do people define happiness? In other words, what’s the difference between happiness and JOY. You see, most people define happiness as a pleasure or an enjoyment. I’m telling you what – it’s found in the Word of God and in walking in right relationship with Him. Jesus isn’t hiding His JOY from you. He wants it to be in your grasp, and we&...

Anxiety is a real thing, and it seems to plague many today – myself included. Join me as we talk through Psalm 91 and see how the Lord wants us to deal with it. Can we be free?

Does parenting tweens have you question your sanity? Well guess what — it’s not us, it’s them! Hal and Melanie Young, award-winning authors, join Heidi today on the podcast to talk about parenting tweens and how to maneuver through this often challenging season of parenting. Hal and Melanie Young would like to offer you all a freebie – Christ-Centered Christmas. To get access to this freebie,...

As we get closer and closer to Christmas, the temptation to find joy in a delivery from Amazon is tempting—but God’s Word says that joy is the undercurrent of our lives as believers. It’s not dependent on circumstances, relationships or any other thing in our lives. Because of the depth of the undercurrent of joy in the life of a Christian, no matter what is happening on the surface, the...

Recently, contemporary Christian music artist Lauren Daigle fumbled her way through what is arguable THE question that the church is grappling with: “Is homosexuality a sin?” But what if we all were ready to give an answer? Join Heidi today as she turns our attention to the our own responsibility to know and share the hope we have in Jesus with the world.

“Something within us changes when we understand and live as though Jesus cares about how we feel. And he does care!” Susie explains in Fully Alive. “He cares if our souls feel empty or are in distress. He cares if our bodies feel sick. He cares if our hearts ache or we are afraid. He is with us, and he offers to teach us.” Susie Larson is a popular media voice, bestselling author, a...

Women, there is power in community. There is power in studying the Word of God and I want to just encourage and equip you and spur you on to love and good works as you grow in the grace and understanding of the Lord Jesus. This week we are studying in week one, In search of Joy, this idea of a longing for contentment.

Today I’m answering several questions about how we parent small children.  From character building (and my favorite parenting books) to the way we handle gifts at Christmas, it all matters to the Lord! Parenting Isn’t for Cowards: The ‘You Can Do It’ Guide for Hassled Parents  by James Dobson Does your heart skip a beat when you think of all that could go wrong in the paren...

“I think it’s worth it to declare Jesus to these people…” said John Chau, the young man who was killed as he went courageously to share Jesus with an unreached people group.  Was he foolish or brave? If we think he’s foolish, we have sorely forgotten what our Bible says about sharing the Gospel! Don’t miss it today.  It is worth it. John Chou News Article Ann Dunagan is a missions leader...

It’s easy to be distracted in December, but I’m encouraging you to keep your eyes on the Lord this season. Spend your time and resources on the things in which God wants you to invest. He wants to be invited into every area of your life, even the little things!

Like many of you, I came to “know” Kirk Cameron in the 80’s, watching the hit sitcom “Growing Pains” — but these days, Kirk is using his influence to strengthen families who are raising their kids in a digital age. In a social media-centered world, the smart phone has become a cultural rite of passage for kids. But is that rite all wrong?  How can this generation of p...

A mass shooting in Thousand Oaks, California, wildfires, illness. Many in the culture right now reject the power of prayer because the reject the existence of God. But God says that He never leaves or forsakes us—even in suffering. His graces sustains His own. Let’s talk about suffering and God’s amazing grace today. Listen in and be encouraged!  

Today, Heidi answers two questions from listeners: Jessica wants to know who to keep from feeling overwhelmed now that the holiday season is here, and an anonymous mom wonders how she can strengthen her marriage. At the end of the day, it’s God’s priorities that bring blessing. Listen in and be encouraged! Mentioned in Podcast Laugh Your Way to a Healthy Marriage Busy Homeschool Mom&#8...

Stressed out. That’s a common theme from kids today. We’re making sure our kids are in every activity available to them—but maybe—we’re missing out on the blessing of unburdening ourselves from the busy and hitting reset in our homes. Join Heidi and her friend, Tricia Goyer as they talk about devotion from Prayers for the Battlefield and the need to connect with our kids. Calming...

This month at MomStrong International, we are studying the book of Job as we learn how to find blessing on the battlefield. God allowed suffering into Job’s life, and then, rather than answer Job’s unanswerable questions, He showed him a glimpse of who HE is. Are you abiding today in the sovereignty and goodness of God? Listen in and find out how you can rest in the midst of struggle i...

Have you ever struggled to rest in the Lord? Jesus said to take His yoke, because it was “easy and light,” and yet, most of us don’t know what that looks like.  Today, Heidi begins part one of a two-part series on “abiding.” If you’re in need of peace as we enter into this busy time of year, listen in and be encouraged! More from The Busy Mom: Hope in Our Hearta...

This is our last week on the October study on truth at MomStrong International. Join Heidi as she talks about taking the position of ambassador for the Lord Jesus! Scripture Hebrews 13:7  

How do we talk with our kids about sex? Today, Heidi tackles two questions from listeners as she encourages them to be aware and informed in every stage of our children’s lives. Stay in there, parents! This is your job and God will help you do it well! Join me at an event near you!

In a biblically illiterate culture, how can we disciple our children daily? Join Heidi and her friend, Ruth Simons (Author of Gracelaced) for an honest conversation about Prayers for the Battlefield and how we can encourage our children to know and apply God’s Word in their everyday lives. Ruth Chou Simons is an artist, writer, entrepreneur, and speaker. She is the creator of the GraceLaced ...

Recently, the fight over abortion took center stage over the confirmation of Justice Kavanaugh. It’s easy for us to fixate on the small picture (confirmation hearings) and the big picture (the fight for life.) What does it take to stand strong in the gap as we get off the bench for future generations? Answer? Obey the call of God on your life!