The Heidi St. John Podcast

Are screens taking over your home? You’re not alone if you’re saying yes! We’re having trouble in my home too, so we made a plan that includes some great ideas and media management.  Join me today and let me know what your plans are! Disney Circle Family Media Plan I Made My Daughter Go ‘Screen-Free’ & It Drove Our Family Apart   HELO  – check out my fi...

Women, especially moms—are notorious for taking care of everyone but themselves. We forget to drink water and can easily neglect things like exercise. Join Heidi today as she offers some encouragement and tools for self-care, including tips for using Apps for wellness, and information about taking advantage of the best in wearable, life-sensing technology. Mentioned in Podcast My Fitness Pal 7 Min...

You have been given a job to prepare warriors, but before you can prepare warriors, you have to be prepared yourself! It is serious business to raise up this next generation, so stay alert and be on the lookout for the enemy prowling like a roaring lion. Be willing to fight for what God says is worth fighting for! 1 Peter 5:8 1 Peter 3:15 John 10:10 Zephaniah 3:19

Related Resources Short, Precious, Irreplaceable: The Teen Years  blog post by Heidi St. John So You’re About to be a Teenager  by Dennis and Barbara Rainey with Samuel and Rebecca Rainey Samuel and Rebecca Rainey, preteens themselves not many years ago, add their perspective as young adults who vividly recall their own successes and failures as teenagers. Covering such topics as friends, pe...

Join Heidi as she does a “different” kind of podcast LIVE with her friend, Ryan Dobson. We’re talking about faith in the culture, parenting , homeschooling and marriage, ALL in this next episode of the HSJ podcast! Find Ryan and Laura online: www.rebelparenting.org www.facebook.com/jryandobson

Has there ever been a time that you wanted to talk negatively about another person?  We all do it, right? We “can’t stand” a mom at church, or we want to criticize a would-be pastor… or maybe, just maybe, you’re “vague-booking” about that friend who hurt you.  If this is you… good news! You’re not alone! Heidi’s had that same experience!...

What are we doing right now that will impact eternity? Join Heidi today as she talks about the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit for guidance in our everyday lives so that we can be used of God in a powerful, eternal way. Kisses from Katie – Katie Davis  – The New York Times bestselling account of a courageous eighteen-year-old from Nashville who gave up every comfort and conv...

We live in a struggle between doing what pleases God and what pleases ourselves.  Join me as I talk through a sweet reminder of the safety there is in the boundaries set up for us in Scripture! New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional  – 365 Gospel-Centered Devotions for the Whole Year    Mornings can be tough. Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren’t enough....

Knowledge without wisdom leads to pride and arrogance. Learning how to apply the knowledge is where wisdom comes in. As God’s people, we need to come before the Lord and as the Father to fill us with wisdom and boldness so we will speak the truth of His word to a lost and dying generation. Psalm 68:4-6 Proverbs 1 Protect your Family With Disney Circle  Shop at the Heidi St. John Store! More...

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Homeschooling, Why We Chose It – Listen to specific reasons why Heidi and Jay St. John and Durenda and Darryl Wilson believe it’s the best choice to homeschool their children. Homeschooling Through High School – YES you can!  – Can you homeschool all the way through high school? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Listen in as we answer FAQ’s and offer encou...

Modesty can be a hot button topic these days, but it is critical that we explore it with our children.  More importantly, it’s more important that we explore the heart of modesty with our children. The Bible has a lot to say about modesty, and it’s not just talking about clothes. Join me to day and let me know what you think!

Do you ever forget who you are?  When we forget that we are a child of the God of the universe, fear creeps in.  But you are redeemed, Sister! We’re talking about what that means today as you walk out your every day life. Isaiah 41:3 Psalm 34:4 Romans 8:38,39 Psalm 27:1 Psalm 115:11 Psalm 103:17 MORE LIKE THIS FROM THE BUSY MOM Dare to Be a Daniel: Talking to Your Kids About Standing for The...

Do you struggle with fear over what your future holds? It’s easy to be afraid these days, especially if we start thinking too much.  But the Lord has you in His hand! Listen in as we talk about how you can handle fear in your life. Resources and Study Guides Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety: Becoming a Woman of Faith and Confidence  by Elyse Fitzpatrick Elyse Fitzpatrick, coauthor of Wome...

Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today....

Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today....

“What was God thinking when He created you creative and then gave you children? Creative moms often feel as though they must lay their passions down. But God had something special in mind for the creative woman during this intense season of mothering,” and we’re talking about it today on the podcast with Wendy Brunner and Kelli Stuart.  Join us! Kelli Stuart is a writer and a sto...

“What was God thinking when He created you creative and then gave you children? Creative moms often feel as though they must lay their passions down. But God had something special in mind for the creative woman during this intense season of mothering,” and we’re talking about it today on the podcast with Wendy Brunner and Kelli Stuart.  Join us! Kelli Stuart is a writer and a sto...

We are are a spiritual crossroad in the western world. Every day, more Christian leaders seem to be moving away from the time-tested, unchanging truths of the Bible. Does God change with the culture? Let’s talk about it! The question for Christians is simple: will we follow culture? Or will we follow Christ? Join Heidi as she talks about some of the big questions we’re facing and why s...

We are are a spiritual crossroad in the western world. Every day, more Christian leaders seem to be moving away from the time-tested, unchanging truths of the Bible. Does God change with the culture? Let’s talk about it! The question for Christians is simple: will we follow culture? Or will we follow Christ? Join Heidi as she talks about some of the big questions we’re facing and why s...

The runaway hit series on Netflix “13 Reasons Why” is catching many parents off-guard with it’s no-holds-barred look at teen suicide. But is it helping or hurting? Listen in as Heidi and her daughter, who works with youth, talk about “13 Reasons” and why every parent needs to know what’s in the series.  Today, Heidi and her daughter, Savannah offer practical sol...

The runaway hit series on Netflix “13 Reasons Why” is catching many parents off-guard with it’s no-holds-barred look at teen suicide. But is it helping or hurting? Listen in as Heidi and her daughter, who works with youth, talk about “13 Reasons” and why every parent needs to know what’s in the series. How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide Are You Worried Someo...

Today on the podcast, I’m replying to a question I am getting a lot lately: “How do we respond to the cultural push to normalize gender fluidity?” This is an important topic, but we can’t talk about transgender issues—or any other issue—without first remembering that God calls us to speak the truth in love. God loves us, no matter our struggles. Surely His heart breaks over...

Did you know that as a Christian, you are an “ambassador” for Christ? God says you are making His appeal through the way you live your life! God’s Word provides guidance for Christians trying to make sense of the transgender moment. When it comes to transgenderism, the Bible actually has a lot to say—not by a prooftext here or there but by a rich and pervasive understanding of gender a...

Disagreements are inevitable in a marriage, but how you handle said disagreements will make or break you.  Let’s talk about what works and what doesn’t.