The Heidi St. John Podcast
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!
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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Is Your Past Too Dark for God to Redeem? with Joshua Broome | Part 1
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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 y...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Road to November: Has the Church Traded Courage for Tax Exemption? with Troy Miller
Pastors answer to God, so why are we letting the government dictate what they can say? NRB President Troy Miller joins me to discuss the fight against the Johnson Amendment and the effort to restore pastors’ freedom to speak about political candidates. We’re talking about religious liberty, the cost of staying silent, and why shepherds must have the courage to speak biblical truth—even when it’s unpopular.
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Who’s Teaching Your Kids to Hate America? with Tim Barton
What happens when a generation is taught to hate the very country that gave them freedom? Tim Barton from WallBuilders joins me to talk about the rewriting of America’s history, the battle for our kids’ minds, and why Christians cannot afford to sit out the midterms. We’re talking biblical discernment, policies over personalities, and why America’s future is still worth fighting for.
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Tuesday in Ten: God’s Word Isn’t Up for a Vote
God has already spoken about life, marriage, and who we are—and His Word isn’t up for a vote. Today, I’m talking about abortion ballot measures, religious liberty, and why the judges we elect matter. When political platforms start answering questions only God gets to settle, the church needs to speak up. We cannot afford to be apathetic. It’s time to know God’s Word, stand firmly on it, and put our faith into action.
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You Can’t Rewrite Reality with Frank Turek
There’s no such thing as “my truth” and “your truth.” There’s just the truth—and denying it comes at a cost. My friend Frank Turek joins me to talk about his new book, The War on Reality, the lies shaping our culture, and why Christians need discernment and backbone. From the accusations against Erika Kirk to gender ideology and the upcoming midterms, we’re talking about how to recognize deception, teach our kids to think, and stand firmly on God’s Word.
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Fan Mail Friday: What Does God Actually Require?
How do we sort out what God actually commands from fear, guilt, and everyone else’s opinions? Today I’m answering your questions about women teaching in the church, teens and social media, health decisions, and honoring your husband when you disagree. We’re also talking about raising kids who love Jesus when you’re new to the faith yourself. Let’s open God’s Word and talk about walking faithfully right where He has you.
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The Road to November: More Is at Stake Than Gas Prices
You may not like everything happening in Washington, but staying home this November has consequences. Today, I’m connecting the dots between parental rights, radical ideology, rising costs, and judges who can overturn what voters approved. These decisions affect your family—and they reach far beyond the White House. Your faith should speak, including through your vote. It’s time to get off the bench.
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Where Are They Now? Ready for the Real World with Andrew Dubberly
We’re not just raising children—we’re raising adults. Today on Where Are They Now?, homeschool graduate Andrew Dubberly joins me to share how homeschooling and his time at Bob Jones University prepared him for work, leadership, and a faith of his own. If you’ve wondered whether your homeschooled kids will be ready for what comes next, this conversation will encourage you.
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Tuesday In Ten: When Did We Start Calling This Compassion?
A two-year-old child in the Netherlands was euthanized, and the decision was described as careful and compassionate. But when someone is suffering, what does compassion actually require of us? Today on Tuesday in Ten, I’m talking about the value of every human life, the care we owe those who suffer, and our duty to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.
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What’s Really Happening in Iran? with Dr. Hormoz Shariat
Most of what we hear about Iran is about its government. But Dr. Hormoz Shariat says there’s another story we need to hear: Iranians coming to Christ and believers sharing the gospel at great personal cost. We talk about his own journey from Islam to Jesus, the courage of Christians facing imprisonment, and his warning to the American church about Islam here at home. This conversation is a call to be watchful, to love our Muslim neighbors enough to share the gospel, and to pray for our brothers and sisters in Iran.
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Fan Mail Friday: Can Women Be Pastors?
Can women teach in the church but not serve as pastors? What do you say to a mother frightened by a possible Down syndrome diagnosis? Today I’m answering your questions about these issues, caring for aging parents, family conflict over an inheritance, and more. Let’s open God’s Word and ask what He says.
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The Road to November: The Cost of Speaking Up with Bryan Shull
What happens when you decide to get involved in local politics—and suddenly find out who’s willing to stand with you? Bryan Shull joins me to talk about the backlash he’s faced, the pressures on small businesses, and why he’s running for office anyway. Friends, the decisions affecting our families and communities are being made close to home. We can’t afford to sit this one out.
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Don’t Vote With Amnesia
Gas and groceries are expensive. I’m frustrated too. But before we head to the polls, we need to remember what else is at stake: life, parental rights, education, judges, and our constitutional freedoms. In this episode, I’m talking about why Christians need to do their homework, vote on principle, and show up in November.
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Tuesday In Ten: You’re Not Promised Tomorrow
Life is short, and none of us is promised tomorrow. Today I’m encouraging you to stop putting off what God has called you to do. Make the phone call, offer forgiveness, love your family well, share the gospel, and say yes to the Lord.
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Have We Watered Down the Gospel? with Ray Comfort
Why are so many Christians afraid to share their faith—and have our churches softened the gospel in the process? Ray Comfort joins me to talk about evangelism, the reality of hell, spiritual warfare, the fear of the Lord, and why the good news only makes sense when we understand the seriousness of sin. We’re also talking about Ray’s new autobiography, Compelled, and his remarkable life of sharing Jesus with the lost.
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Fan Mail Friday: Should Christians Take Government Money?
Should Christian families accept government subsidies if the help is already available—or should we be worried about the strings attached? Today I’m answering that, plus when theological differences are serious enough to leave a church, loving an adult child who disagrees with you, baptism, tithing while in debt, teens working Sundays, discerning when “God told me” is really God, and helping a homeschool graduate find direction. Plus, a sobering look at why Americans are more dissatisfied than ever with our education system.
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The Road to November: What’s at Stake in the Battle for Congress with Sen. John Braun
The battle for Congress runs straight through races like Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. I’m joined by Sen. John Braun to talk about what’s at stake this November—from affordability and the national debt to parental rights, border security, election integrity, and the growing ideological divide in our country. The midterms matter, friends. It’s time to understand the issues, get involved, and show up.
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Feminism Lied to Women
Modern feminism promised women freedom—but somewhere along the way, it began teaching us to reject the very things God designed us for. Today I’m looking at the legacy of Gloria Steinem, abortion, marriage, motherhood, and what Scripture actually says about the dignity and beauty of being a woman.
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Tuesday in Ten: Stop Letting the News Steal Your Peace
There is no shortage of bad news right now, but Christians were never meant to live at the mercy of the headlines. The nations are raging, the world feels unstable, and fear is always waiting to take over. But God is still on His throne. Today I’m talking about staying engaged without becoming consumed, praying before reacting, and keeping our hearts and minds stayed on the Lord.
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...When Islam Comes to Your Backyard with Rick Green
Rick Green joins me to share how Patriot Academy fought to secure a neighboring property being pursued by a major Islamic organization—and why Christians need to wake up, speak boldly, and engage the public square.
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