The Heidi St. John Podcast

We are called to set our hearts on the unshakable irrevocable victory that we have in Christ.  He has already triumphed, and you will too!  Never give up.  Fight the good fight with the armor He offers you! Gird up, Girl! Gird Up, Girl is based on Ephesians 6 Join us at MomStrongInternational as we start a study about what’s *really* in the Bible! More Like This From The Busy Mom A Spiritual...

I have jam-packed podcast for you today—I’ll be updating you on California’s AB 2943 and answering a question from a mom who is struggling with how to deal with the topic of suicide. These are hard topics—but God has hope for you today! Mentioned in Podcast Grieving a Suicide I was a Suicidal Christian Info about California Bill CA AB2943 More Like this on The Busy Mom 13 Reasons Why&#...

Join my friend, author Sarah Mae, and me as we talk about her newest book, “The Complicated Heart.” If you have ever struggled to let go of painful relationship and walk in freedom, this is one show you won’t want to miss. Sarah Mae is the author of several books, including Desperate: Hope for the Mom Who Needs to Breathe (with Sally Clarkson). She writes and speaks to encourage...

It seems that it’s popular in the culture today to embrace a posture of victimization. We’re victims because of the circumstances of our birth, our financial background, our race or our gender. Many people are angry over things that happened generations ago—and rather than embrace a posture of gratefulness for what God has done, they embrace an identity that’s wrapped up in victi...

If you’re like me, you let your kids browse the library books and pick out what they want to take home, without giving it much thought.  It’s the library!  But listen, Mom, we’re learning we can’t do that anymore.  It’s time to #getoffthebench and get involved in what’s happening, because the children’s section isn’t a safe place for our kids.  Let&#...

Are you a slave to your belongings?  Do you spend more time caring for them than enjoying them? Do they keep you from living a healthy full life and spending time with others you love? Will your children be saddled with generations of hand me downs when you pass? These are important questions to ask as we learn to be good stewards of the resources we’ve been given: money, time, and relations...

There is a difference between endurance, forbearance, and perseverance. One implies joy and a whole life experience that is so much more than passively surviving. Let’s discuss which one we are created for!

Traditional church attendance is a huge part of the Christian family life.  Should I go to a church with whom I disagree?  What is okay to disagree with?  Is youth group necessary for my teens?  And by the way, how am I currently feeling about Target?  These are good questions, and certainly worth discussing!  Join us, and we’ll talk about these issues and how we determine the answer!

Family secrets are obviously secrets because they are difficult situations, but leaving difficulties in the dark is one of the worst things we can do. I talk with my guest today about how we can get those secrets out in the open and begin to heal.  Beth K. Vogt is a nonfiction author and editor who said she’d never write fiction. She’s the wife of an Air Force family physician (now in solo pr...

We have access to the Lord of heaven’s armies through a simple practice we call prayer.  Our habit of boldness in prayer should be the marker of a strong believer.  We’re finding ourselves in an increasingly secularized culture, and we’re criticized by those who have rejected the authority of the gospel. Yet we are not powerless! We have the power of the Holy Spirit and access to...

Many couples today have been robbed of intimacy through the lie and addiction of pornography. Today, my friend Sheila is back on the podcast today to talk honestly about the effects of porn and the promise of healing that Jesus Christ offers. Don’t miss this important conversation, which includes links to free resources to help you in hope, healing and protection against the additive power o...

I’m excited to have my friend, author and speaker Sheila Gregoire on the show today! We’ll be talking about how to take the “awkward” out of talking about sex and why it’s so important to teach our daughters about God’s beautiful design for sex and for their bodies. Don’t miss this important conversation!  Includes a link to a brand-new e-course called &#8...

It’s easy to make excuses for why we don’t spend time in prayer and the study of God’s Word … and those excuses are hurting us in profound ways. Join me today as I discuss the impact “reactive Christianity” is having on the Church and what we can to do change the tide. God wants His children to walk in His victory!  

It is so tempting to live locked  in a cage of shame if you have had an abortion, but friend, please listen to this message of hope from Tricia today! There is forgiveness in Christ and  freedom from the lies the devil is constantly whispering in your ear.  You will be encouraged! Tricia Goyer is a prolific author of more than seventy books. She is a homeschooling mom of ten, grandmother of four,...

I go to a church where there is a strong focus on foster care and adoption, which is no surprise, because God wrote about it in the Bible. I brought my good friend Tricia Goyer on today to talk about her journey from a family of three to a family of ten. You won’t want to miss the story of how God built their family! Tricia Goyer is a prolific author of more than seventy books. She is a home...

We were told to not talk about politics and religion, but now we’re afraid to speak the truth and are being bullied by a liberal agenda because we won’t get off the bench and fight the battle. Listen in and let’s talk about why we must talk about the hard things.

As our kids get older, it feels like we have to choose between being their friend or being their authority, but maybe I don’t have to choose?  My friend Kathy has some thoughts about this, and is sharing how to parent our kids now, so we can be their friend later. Dr. Kathy Koch (“cook”), the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, Inc. , based in Fort Worth, TX, has influenced thousands of...

Are you struggling to parent your kids in this Internet age? Ever wonder what to do when you realize your child may be addicted to his/her device? Listen in today because my friend, Kathy Koch will have some wonderful encouragement for you—you might be surprised at her advice! Dr. Kathy Koch (“cook”), the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, Inc. , based in Fort Worth, TX, has influenced thous...

Have you noticed that there is a battle raging for the hearts and minds of this generation? It’s why we need to put on the Helmet of Salvation… to guard our minds in Christ. Join me today as we talk about the importance of this vital piece of armor and learn to discern between the voice of conviction and condemnation. If you’re struggling in your identity as a Christian, this sho...

Today, I’ll be tackling the tough topic of what to do when a brother or sister in Christ decides to live in a way that displeases the Lord. These are tough questions, but God has answers. We are called to speak the truth in love. The Bible teaches that we are to be known for our love. Any other way is a cheap substitute for the love that God has shown us. I’ll also be addressing the qu...

Have you ever felt like you were chasing tomorrow—never satisfied with today?  Join me and my friend, KariAnne Wood as we laugh and talk about how to find peace in the everyday challenges of life. She has blue feet today—but she’s still smiling! Come find out why—I think you’ll be encouraged! KariAnne Wood writes the decorating and lifestyle blog  Thistlewood Farms  from her project-fi...

Did you know that God says that it’s impossible to please Him without faith? So what is faith? Faith is believing the Word of God, taking it at face-value—and then living like we believe it. It’s an essential part of the armor of God! Join me today as we talk about how to pick up the Shield of Faith and use it on the battlefield!

Every week, listeners send me news clips and videos about things that are happening in the rapidly escalating war against Christianity in the culture. Two weeks ago, God’s grace rested on California homeschoolers as nearly 3000 of them showed up to defend their right to homeschool. THIS WEEK’s challenge puts foster children in extreme danger of being indoctrinated into transgenderism a...

Author and speaker Lisa Pulliam is back on podcast today talking with me about the importance of seeing the world as God sees it: through the lens of His love and the truth of the Bible. If you have been struggling with finding simple ways to engage with God’s Word, tune it—this show is for you!  To enter the podcast giveaway for Lisa’s new book, visit me here ! Would you like to have...

Do you feel it? Have you noticed? The battle for the souls of men is raging right now. So many things are happening in our world, highlighting both the good and the evil that resides in the hearts of men. We are at war, but  praise God—He did not leave us in the world to struggle on our own. For the next several weeks, MomStrong International moms are laser-focused on girding up for battle. This w...