The Heidi St. John Podcast

The cultural agenda toward sexual sin is grievous and doesn’t seem to be skipping any area of our world today. It’s God’s heart for you that you would stand and be an ambassador for Jesus, no matter the cultural climate in which you find yourself. His heart is that you would love people like He did. He is love, but He is also holy and just. What does that mean for us in how we relate to those who claim that sexual sin isn’t really sin after all?

Every week, I receive heart-breaking emails and messages via social media from parents who are struggling to navigate their way through a confusing and deceitful new narrative regarding human sexuality. As Christians, God calls us to know His Word—and like all things related to His creation, God is not silent on the issue of human sexuality. Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Georgia Purdom. We’ll be talking for a few minutes about how we can be better equipped to answer the questions that a generation in spiritual crisis is asking about sex. Join me for an encouraging and informative podcast! Dr. Georgia Purdom earned her PhD in molecular genetics from The Ohio State University.  After teaching as a college biology professor for 6 years, she joined Answers in Genesis in 2006 where she serves as the Ministry Content Administrator in addition to being a speaker, writer, and researcher. She also directs AiG’s annual women’s conference, Answers for Women, bringing relevant apologetics teaching to women. Dr. Purdom and her husband Chris have been married for 21 years and have a 14 year old daughter Elizabeth. Georgia enjoys homeschooling her daughter and teaching online for Liberty University. Find Dr. Purdom on Facebook here. Mentioned in podcast Answers for Women 2019 Sacred: Embracing God’s Design for Sexuality Facebook page for Answers for Women 2019 Answers in Genesis Creation Museum Ark Encounter

We like to use “I can do all things through Christ…” as a good luck charm, but knowing the context of it is critical, especially so we can teach it correctly to our children. Christ is enough no matter our circumstances, and Paul’s aim with this verse is quite different than we typically understand. Scriptures Philippians 4:13 Philippians 4:4-13

Join Heidi as she discusses the way to find God’s heart and also His blessing—it’s always inside God’s boundaries. With special guest Steve Lambert, father, grandfather and publisher of the popular homeschool curriculum, Five in a Row.

It’s “Meet my friend Friday” and today, we’re focusing a little on getting geared up to go back to schedules… back to school. Join me as I talk to the wonderful Tiffany King about the importance of creating family mealtimes even if you only have 15 minutes to pull it off.  Don’t miss it! TIFFANY KING has cooked more than 10,000 meals for her husband and four kids. Over the years, King has learned what works and what doesn’t for getting dinner on the table fast. Her recipes have been developed in a real kitchen for her busy family and tested by the millions of readers of her website, Eat at Home. She also shares recipes and demonstrates cooking techniques through weekly live videos on her popular Facebook page and can be found on Pinterest and Instagram as well. When she’s not cooking, you can find her curled up with a good book. Find Tiffany’s book today! Eat at Home Tonight: 101 Simple Busy-Family Recipes for Your Slow Cooker, Sheet Pan, Instant Pot®, and More  

Today, we’re continuing our study “Is that Really in the Bible” from MomStrong International! Have you ever thought of yourself as the center of God’s story? In a post-modern Church, that is often the case. We often have a tendency to insert ourselves into the center of biblical stories–we become the hero instead of seeing Jesus as the true hero or we reduce narratives down to a set of moral principles to apply so we can have a better life. This kind of man-centered reading and preaching can take glory away from God and distort the true nature of the Bible. Bottom line? The Bible is about God. It’s HIStory – and it points us to Jesus. Scriptures Luke 24:27 Isaiah 53:7-8 Isaiah 7:14

People often ask me why my husband and I decided to homeschool our seven children. Truthfully, we never planned on homeschooling—but we have come to believe that it is the best educational option out there today for many reasons: socialization, educational opportunities, freedom… just for starters. If you’re a parent who is sitting on the fence about homeschooling or if you’re a seasoned homeschooler who has lost your vision for education, tune in today! Heidi has a big hug for you and a reminder that what you’re doing is worth it. Event with Andrew Pudewa —> More info here! Scripture Mentioned 2 Corinthians 12:9 More from The Busy Mom: 3 Reasons NOT to Homeschool, and Why We Decided to Give it a Try – There’s much more on my mind than whether or not parents should homeschool their kids. I think there are some very compelling reasons for Jesus followers to NOT take on the responsibility and commitment of homeschooling. Homeschooling Held Hostage – “We’ve gone from a few brave moms who, without access to mainstream “curriculum”, managed to give their children an excellent education—but we’ve forgotten what made it excellent. It was excellent because these moms had a vision for homeschooling—they weren’t trying to re-create school at home. They were simply being obedient to the One who had called them to be different. They knew that if He had called them, He would equip them.” What is the Goal of Education? – “It is a reminder that it matters who teaches your children. You see, discipleship is the goal of education. Christian homeschooling should not only be about teaching the ABC’s. Yes, academics are an essential component in homeschooling, but the foundation and power of homeschooling is found in the quiet resolve of two parents who are committed to teach their children to be fully devoted, mature followers of Jesus Christ.” Related Podcasts: Common Core Concerns Part 1 Common Core Concerns Part 2 Additional Resources: Dr Duke Pesta on the Shocking K-12 Common Core Sexual Education Standards HSLDA Common Core Issues – Basic information, glossary, analysis, action you can take, news and more Building the Machine – A Common Core Video by HSLDA

“Are we there yet?”  This is the question Heidi asked her husband one night after a long day of frustrating parenting and personal setbacks. Sometimes, it feels easier to get off the battlefield and throw in the towel. If you’re struggling to stay on the battlefield, or if you’re in a season of doubt and frustration, tune in—there is a blessing in perseverance! Scriptures Deuteronomy 6:6 Judges 2:10-12

Many of us are struggling with the hard places of life right now. Unexpected loss, tragedy, prodigal children, a culture that cries out for hope. Why DO bad things happen—and where is God in the middle of it all?  It’s difficult when we think God made a bad decision, or we don’t understand His plans. Join Heidi today as she addresses this topic and reads a little from her newest book, “Prayers for the Battlefield.” We cannot always understand why things happen — but we can know that God’s heart toward His children is good, and that He never leaves or forsakes His own. Scriptures: Psalm 23 Romans 5:3 James 1:2-4, 12 Romans 8:18 More Like This From the Busy Mom God Works through Suffering Finding Purpose in Pain Hope in our Heartache

I get letters and emails daily from parents who are struggling to shield their children from the onslaught of the transgender movement. It’s in our libraries, in “children’s” books, in television shows. Today, I am answering a question from a mom who is struggling to speak the truth and wonders where that boldness can be found. Spoiler alert: God will give you what you need when you need it.  Tune in today for a timely discussion on a tender topic.