The Heidi St. John Podcast

We sure don’t start out looking like much, and much like a jeweler does, God performs His handiwork and shapes us into beautiful works of art created to bring Him glory. Diamonds are a status symbol in America, but they’re mentioned in the Bible a number of times. I have a special friend from Israel joining me today to share some of their significance and what we can learn from them. SHOW NOTES

Have you ever noticed that bad news sells? It’s true! It sells magazines, and it elicits clicks on the Internet. The Bible has a lot to say about where we’re supposed to fix our eyes in times of trouble. We can have hope because God is a refuge for his people! A sure foundation in times of trouble. SHOW NOTES

As the culture continues it's full scale rebellion against God, it can be easy to cower in fear or spend too much time listening to bad news. God has a better way—but it will require two things: faith and courage. God offers both‚—for such a time as this! ⁠SHOW NOTES⁠

Last week, the corrupt CDC announced that men can breastfeed. What an EVIL lie that is! Today I'll be talking about what the Bible says about transgenderism, why I won't call someone by a name that doesn't match their biology, and offer some thoughts on Christian camps. SHOW NOTES

A 16yo with cancer, a 3yo with eczema, a dad avoiding a colonoscopy, a mom with chronic yeast infections, and more! Dr. Mark has great advice for all of us, physically and spiritually. Stick around for Happy Hour where we're talking about detoxing after a shot, salt for electrolytes (is it that easy?), early puberty and more! SHOW NOTES

I don't think I can do this. How do I get my child assessed? What about therapies? What if I am not a teacher? How do I know what to teach them? What if we miss stuff? My friend and special education teacher by trade, homeschooling mother of two differently bales kids, Melissa Crabtree is here to encourage parents of special needs children with a message that is actually applicable to all parents. You can homeschool your child, and I actually believe you are the best teacher they can have! Don't miss this shot in the arm full of practical tips. SHOW NOTES

Have you ever prayed for something for a VERY long time? I have, too. Today, I'm blessed to have my longtime assistant and new resident of WA state on the show with me. Melissa will be sharing how God brought their family to join ours in the ministry here in Washington State, and talk about how we can't miss the little moments that often result in miracles. SHOW NOTES

By now, many of you have seen the documentary on the Duggar family, "Shiny Happy People." As a woman who grew up under spiritual abuse, I am glad to see any form of abuse unearthed and exposed. Rules without relationship injure people, and the legalistic way in which Gothard and others like him control people using the Bible as their excuse to do so is wrong. However, I believe this was the wrong way to expose it. This documentary was salivating at the chance to give Christians stones to throw at people — even those who did not deserve it—and that's exactly what they got. Today I'll be sharing my thoughts and directing us back to the gospel that changes us. SHOW NOTES

Mailbox Monday! Should women read Christian romance novels? Should I speak up at work if it will cost me my job? What does the Bible say about the death penalty? During Happy Hour I'm hitting your VIP Mailbox Monday questions and prayer requests. Join me! SHOW NOTES

Recently, my husband made me aware of a teaching that is gaining steam among some of my fellow Christians. It's NOT that women can't teach men... it's that they can't teach other women theology. As you can imagine, I have a few thoughts on this and I'll be answering a question about whether or not Christians are still under OT law. SHOW NOTES