The Heidi St. John Podcast

What does the Bible have to say about our right to bear and keep arms? I’ll be tackling this and several other hot topics at today’s MailBox Monday! **Find links and more under PODCASTS at HeidiStJohn.com**

Suicide. Depression. Loss. Grief seems to be all around us right now. Are you experiencing suffering? Do you know someone who is? You’re not alone. Gary and Laura’s youngest son, Nathan, went to Heaven in 2016 at the age of 25. An incredibly kind, loving, son and brother, Nathan cherished his family and friends. He was an electrical engineer and entrepreneur. Although it wasn’t evident to those around him until after he was gone, he silently and valiantly fought depression for many years but died by suicide. The journey following this tragedy provided the vision for Our Hearts Are Home, a faith-based non-profit organization whose purpose is to minister to grieving families, provide encouragement to those who are suffering, and to educate and equip individuals to reach out to those in need.

Good news!! God’s not finished yet, friends! If events unfolding were all up to us, we would be discouraged—but praise God, we have not arrived at the end of the story. God is still working. He’s not finished yet—and neither is the work He has for you to do. **Find links and more under PODCASTS at HeidiStJohn.com**

The world is so noisy right now. So many people are discouraged. We may be heartbroken—but as Christians, we are not without hope. Today I’ll be talking about how to walk in victory, even when you feel defeated. 

How’s your heart today? Yes, our nation is facing dark days—not unlike the Jewish nation in Esther’s time—and God is working today as He was working then. Today, as we look to the future, God is asking us to look first to Him. To pray. To fast. To believe—and to live like a set apart people. This is a “Haman moment” for the United States—but God is the God of Esther outcomes. **Find links and more under PODCASTS at HeidiStJohn.com**

“My daughter is not interested in traditional “girl” activities. Should I be concerned?” My short answer is NO— listen in as I tackle this listener question and more at today’s Mailbox Monday! **Find links and more under PODCASTS at HeidiStJohn.com**

How old should my child be when I begin warning them about pornography? How can I talk with my kids about the dangers of porn and empower them if they stumble upon it? Today, I’m talking with best-selling author Kristen Jenson, MA about how to protect the minds of our kids. Don’t miss this important conversation!

If you knew that there was a deadly virus at your local school, would you send your child there? If you knew there was fierce fighting happening at the school, would you pack a snack lunch for them and send them on their way? Sadly, many parents are still turning a blind eye to the real pandemic - the spiritual and moral crisis that’s taking our youth in record numbers is happening in the public schools. The battle is real—and our kids should never be on the front lines. My hunch is that you wouldn’t. The time for excuses is over. The schools are no longer safe places for our kids. It’s time to pull them out.

Maybe it’s because of our rapidly-changing political landscape, the economy, or natural disasters. Maybe you or someone you love went through an emergency and you’ve decided not to be a victim anymore. Whatever your reasons, you’re not alone: Millions of people are actively preparing for an emergency. Today, I’ll give you some prepping basics and links to some great sites. Don’t panic! 🙂 Be prepared. **Find links and more under PODCASTS at HeidiStJohn.com**

The news is grim right now—even frightening. Can you feel it? Every day, strangers and friends send me articles and videos that often predict the unthinkable… but is this the place God wants us to focus on in our hearts and minds? No. God’s grace will never be absent in the life of a Believer who knows the Word and lives by it. Our confidence in times of trial must rest on the knowledge that God is in control.