The Heidi St. John Podcast

Heidi St. John

Bestselling author and speaker Heidi St. John teaches biblical truth where faith meets culture. Get #offthebench and onto the battlefield with the Heidi St. John community!

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Friday · 42 min
Fan Mail Friday: Is That God’s Guidance—or Just What I Want?
An unexpected text, a song on the radio, an open door—how do you know if God is leading you or you’re seeing what you want to see? Today, I’m answering your questions about discerning God’s guidance, weighing wise counsel, and checking our decisions against Scripture. We’re also tackling anger in motherhood, bullying at church, homeschool friendships, and what to do when you’re burned out on church. Grab your coffee and join me! Today’s Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool — Biblical worldview curriculum with textbooks, video courses, and tools to support your family. Learn more at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | Donate here Rumble | Heidi St. John YouTube | @heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community | faiththatspeaks.com Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
Thursday · 32 min
The Road to November: After the Election, Where Do We Go From Here?
The votes are in, and it was a painful night for conservatives. Today on The Road to November, I’m unpacking the election results, what they mean for our families, and why Christians cannot afford to check out. Politics cannot fix a spiritual crisis. We need repentance, revival, and believers willing to stand on God’s Word. You guys, God is still on His throne. We can grieve these results without losing heart—and we’ve still got work to do. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool—Academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview, with textbooks, video courses, and tools to help you homeschool with confidence. Visit BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
Thursday · 38 min
The Agenda Behind Government Education
Education is never neutral. Who is teaching your children, and what are they being trained to believe? Today, I’m digging into the history of government education and the ideas that shaped the system we have today. This goes far beyond reading, writing, and arithmetic. It’s a battle for the hearts and minds of our children. God gave parents the responsibility to train them, and we need to understand what we’re up against. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool: Academically strong homeschool curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. Explore textbooks, video courses, and planning tools at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
Tuesday · 21 min
Jesus Is Coming Back. So Why Vote?
“I’ve read the end of the Book.” “Both sides are corrupt.” “My vote doesn’t count.” I’m hearing these arguments from Christians who are sitting out this election, and today, we’re going to talk about them. Our hope is in Jesus Christ, and we still have a responsibility to steward the freedoms God has given us. On this Election Day, I’m talking about what’s at stake for our children, parental rights, unborn life, and religious liberty, and why loving our neighbors includes showing up at the ballot box. We don’t need perfect candidates to make consequential choices. Watch Election Night Coverage: Join me, Pastor Jack Hibbs, and Daniel Cohen on the Real Life Network beginning at 5 p.m. Pacific / 8 p.m. Eastern for live results and analysis from a biblical worldview. Download the Real Life Network app to watch. Heidi’s Upcoming Book: Preorder Holding Fast in These Last Days: An Urgent Call to Faithfulness in a World of Compromise, releasing in March. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
November 2 · 36 min
God Is at Work in Nigeria with Judd Saul
Christians in Nigeria are facing horrific persecution, but even in the midst of suffering, God is at work. Judd Saul of Equipping the Persecuted joins me with an update on the believers his team is serving through emergency aid, village warning systems, and ongoing support for widows and their children. He shares powerful stories of forgiveness, Muslims coming to faith in Christ, and Christians who refuse to stop worshiping despite the danger. We’re also talking about practical ways you can help. You may feel overwhelmed by what’s happening, but you can make a difference. Connect with Judd and Help: Equipping the Persecuted: Give or become a monthly supporter at Persecuted.com. Watch for the upcoming Christmas campaign, which aims to help 25,000 persecuted Christian families celebrate Christmas at $25 per family. Christmas Cow: Help provide a cow for a Christian village at ChristmasCow.org. Truth Nigeria: Follow reporting and updates at TruthNigeria.com. Episode Sponsor: Angel Studios: Find your next family movie and learn more about Angel Guild membership at Angel.com/Heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | Heidi St John Support the show! | Donation | Heidi St. John (Powered by Donorbox) Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | Fan Mail Friday — Heidi St John
October 30 · 31 min
When Standing Up for Women Makes You a Target with Brandi Kruse
What happens when standing up for women gets you thrown out of a women’s soccer game? Independent journalist and unDivided host Brandi Kruse joins me to share her account of being confronted by fans and forcibly removed from a Portland Thorns game while supporting women’s sports. We’re talking about free speech, protecting girls’ opportunities, and why we cannot let intimidation silence the truth. Plus, why Washington voters need to show up for girls’ sports and parental rights. Connect with Brandi: Watch unDivided and find her social media links at undividedpod.com. Thank you to our sponsors: BJU Press Homeschool: Explore academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Angel Studios: Find your next family movie and learn about Angel Guild membership at angel.com/Heidi. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values. http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 29 · 37 min
The Road to November: They’re Counting on You to Stay Home (with Brian Heywood)
Parental rights, girls’ sports, and your paycheck are all on the line. But how much ground are we surrendering simply because people aren’t voting? Brian Heywood, founder of Let’s Go Washington, joins me to talk about the citizen initiatives challenging Olympia, the pressure keeping people quiet, and why Washington’s battles should matter to families everywhere. If you’re frustrated with the direction of your state, this conversation is your reminder that sitting out won’t change it. Connect with Brian Heywood: Learn more about Let’s Go Washington, explore the initiatives, and sign up for updates at LetsGoWashington.com. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool offers academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview, with textbooks, video courses, and tools to help you teach with confidence. Explore your options at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 28 · 43 min
What Are You Letting Into Your Marriage? with Joshua Broome | Part 2
Content warning: This conversation covers mature topics and is not suitable for young children. Pornography is never harmless—and bringing it into your marriage comes at a cost. Joshua Broome joins me for part two of our conversation to expose the lies surrounding pornography, the exploitation behind the screen, and the damage it does to intimacy. We’re also talking about the conversations parents can’t afford to avoid and why freedom begins with bringing what’s hidden into the light. God’s design for marriage is worth protecting, and through Christ, there is hope for healing. Sponsor Angel Studios: Support movies with a meaningful message and explore Angel Guild membership at angel.com/Heidi. Connect with Joshua: Find his book, resources, and speaking information at joshuabroome.me.Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 26 · 51 min
Is Your Past Too Dark for God to Redeem? with Joshua Broome | Part 1
Content warning: This conversation covers mature topics and is not suitable for young children. What happens when everything you thought would make you feel worthy leaves you more broken than before? Joshua Broome joins me to share how childhood rejection and a desperate search for approval led him into the pornography industry—and how Jesus changed everything. We’re talking honestly about the destruction behind the screen, the lies that keep people trapped in shame, and the freedom found in Christ. If you’ve ever wondered whether your past puts you beyond God’s reach, this conversation is for you. Connect with Joshua: joshuabroome.me Sponsor Bob Jones University: Explore a college education rooted in a biblical worldview. Plan your campus visit at bju.edu/visit. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 23 · 44 min
Fan Mail Friday: Should I Be Worried About My Water?
You’ve sent in questions about your water, and today Corey from Sentry H2O is back to help me answer them. Is the filter in your refrigerator enough? What if a whole-house system isn’t in your budget? We’re also talking about homeschooling with ADHD, grieving the end of your childbearing years, Angel Studios, and what to do when your husband’s parents seem to come first. Sponsors: Sentry H2O — Find water filtration options for your family at SentryH2O.com/Heidi and use my link for a discount. BJU Press Homeschool — Explore curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 22 · 45 min
The Road to November: Who’s Really on Your Ballot?
Those unfamiliar names on your ballot matter more than you might think. Today, I’m talking about judges, parental rights, and why we need to look beyond campaign promises to see what candidates actually stand for. You guys, voting is stewardship. Let’s do our homework and pay attention to the whole ballot. Sponsor: Angel Studios Learn more about the Angel Guild and support stories with a message that matters at angel.com/Heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 21 · 37 min
Can Christians Participate in Halloween?
Every October, this question lands in my inbox—and my answer might surprise you. Today, I’m sharing some family stories, opening Scripture, and talking honestly about how we approach this season. If you’re a parent trying to decide where to draw the line, this conversation is for you. BJU Press Homeschool: Academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. Explore textbooks, video courses, and planning tools at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 20 · 19 min
You Can’t Legislate Evil Away: The Bend School Shooting
On October 15, a 16-year-old opened fire in a special-needs classroom at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher. An armed father stepped in and stopped him within minutes. Oregon already has strict gun laws, but more restrictions won’t fix a heart issue. Today, I’m talking about this heartbreaking tragedy, what it will take to address the evil behind it, and why the people we elect this November matter more than ever. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 19 · 30 min
Are We Defending Freedom or Protecting Evil? with Joseph Backholm
Religious freedom is worth defending—but can it be used to justify killing an unborn child? Joseph Backholm joins me to tackle public executions, abortion, and boys competing in girls’ sports. How do we pursue justice while honoring human dignity? And how much evil are we willing to tolerate just to stay comfortable? These are biblical issues, and Christians cannot afford to sit them out. Sponsor: Angel Studios — Explore Angel Guild Premium membership and get two tickets to the upcoming Christmas musical mentioned in today’s episode at angel.com/heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 16 · 38 min
Fan Mail Friday: Should Christians Be Afraid of AI?
AI can deceive, mislead, and be misused. Does that mean Christians should avoid it? Today I’m sharing why I use AI and why you should never outsource your discernment. I’m also answering your questions about homeschooling while working full time, intimacy and birth control in marriage, church burnout, and helping your child understand that salvation rests on the finished work of Christ. Sponsor: Angel Studios — Become an Angel Guild premium member and get two tickets to their new musical, coming to theaters November 6. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 15 · 23 min
The Road to November: Raising Leaders Who Stand for Truth with Katie Fruits
We’re not just raising kids. We’re raising the next generation of leaders. Nineteen-year-old homeschool graduate Katie Fruits joins me to talk about her run for the Montana State House, sharing her faith on the campaign trail, and choosing obedience over fear. Parents, this is why we teach our kids to know what they believe and put their faith into action! Sponsor: Angel Studios: Bring the family together for a Christmas musical coming to theaters November 6. Visit angel.com/Heidi to join the Angel Guild as a premium member and receive two free tickets. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 14 · 44 min
Do Women Belong in the Pulpit? with Pastor Phil Hopper
Can a woman teach on Sunday morning without being a pastor? Pastor Phil Hopper joins me to open God’s Word and answer a question that’s stirred up plenty of controversy. We’re talking about biblical authority, women’s gifts, and the damage we do when we confuse man-made rules with Scripture. Plus, why protecting the unborn requires Christians to get off the bench and vote. Sponsor: Bob Jones University offers strong academics grounded in a biblical worldview. Plan your campus visit at bju.edu/visit. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values. http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 13 · 29 min
Tuesday In Ten: When Outrage Replaces Evidence
Today I’m covering three headlines: the public execution of the Fort Hood murderer, the selective outrage of the left over illegal immigration and the controversy at Cornell. My question? Are we letting political narratives outweigh the facts? Let’s look at these stories through the lens of faith, discernment, and the rule of law. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values. http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 12 · 45 min
God Defines Our Girls with Patti Garibay
God created our daughters with purpose, and culture doesn’t get to rewrite His design. Patti Garibay, founder of American Heritage Girls, joins me to talk about feminism, the troubling direction of the Girl Scouts, and raising girls who stand confidently on biblical truth. Parents, it’s time to get off the bench and help our daughters become who God created them to be. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool — Biblical worldview curriculum and flexible options for your family. Learn more at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
October 9 · 30 min
Fan Mail Friday: When to Push Through and When to Change Course
Should you ditch the curriculum that’s making everyone miserable—or stick it out? How do you handle a teenage boy’s attitude without losing your relationship? And what if your graduate wants trade school instead of college? Today, I’m answering your questions about homeschooling, dating, aging parents, and standing for truth at work. Let’s talk about setting biblical boundaries, knowing when to make a change, and remembering what we’re really doing: raising adults who love and walk with the Lord. Sponsors Bob Jones University: Explore a college education grounded in a biblical worldview. Plan your visit at bju.edu/visit. My Freedom Cart: Learn about the shopping club Heidi uses for American-made household products at myfreedomcart.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | / @‌heidistjohnpodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

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