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Author and Speaker, Heidi St. John discusses life at the intersection of faith and culture.

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Author and Speaker, Heidi St. John discusses life at the intersection of faith and culture.

    Mailbox Monday | Suffering in Little Children and Stewarding Our Gifts Well as Stay At Home Women

    Mailbox Monday | Suffering in Little Children and Stewarding Our Gifts Well as Stay At Home Women

    Today is Mailbox Monday and it is the day of the week where I get to answer listener questions. I love these days! We've got some tough ones today. We're going to wade into some theologically deep water, such as why does God allow suffering, particularly as it relates to a little child? And there's a mom who wrote in to me to say that she's struggling with the emotion of shame as it relates to the gifts that God has given her. Should she stay home with her children? Should she go to work? Is she stewarding the gifts that God has given her? Listen in to hear these questions and more! 

    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/suffering-children-stewarding-gifts




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    • 37 min
    Biblical Justice, Social Justice, and Forensic Science with Jennifer Hall Rivera

    Biblical Justice, Social Justice, and Forensic Science with Jennifer Hall Rivera

    Today I’m talking about the difference between biblical justice and social justice. Justice and judgment are used interchangeably in the Old Testament. They are a part of God’s holiness but are delivered with grace and mercy. I’m joined by Jennifer Rivera from Answers in Genesis and we’re going to talk about forensic science and how that fits in a biblical worldview. 



    Stick around for Happy Hour where I’m talking about progressive Christianity and why it is so important that we know the word of God and that we can defend it.



    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/biblical-justice-social-justice-forensic-science-jennifer-hall-rivera


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    • 36 min
    Protecting Women’s Sports with Riley Gaines

    Protecting Women’s Sports with Riley Gaines

    Today I am joined by Riley Gaines sharing her personal experience as a former female athlete competing against a transgender athlete. The injustice of allowing biological males to compete against biological females cannot be understated, and our young girls need us to fight for them. 

    Riley has suggestions for parents and athletes when they are invited to competitions that allow transgender athletes to compete against biological females. 

    Stick around for Happy Hour where I’m discussing more about the transgender movement in schools and in our culture in general and what we can do practically to move the needle.

    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/protecting-womens-sports-riley-gaines


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    • 27 min
    Mailbox Monday: Education Savings Accounts, Prenuptial Agreements, and More

    Mailbox Monday: Education Savings Accounts, Prenuptial Agreements, and More

    Today is Mailbox Monday and we're going to be talking about everything from Education Savings Accounts to prenuptial agreements. Whether or not we think it's a good idea, let's find out. Let's see what the Bible has to say.

    Stick around for our Happy Hour extended podcast where I’ll give a recap of the State of the Union address. 

    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/mailbox-monday-3


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    Cancel Culture and the Church with Sam Sanden

    Cancel Culture and the Church with Sam Sanden

    My good friend Pastor Sam Sanden is here with me today and we are talking about cancel culture within the church and the effect it has on individuals and ministries, while underscoring the crucial role of grace, forgiveness, and restoration. We’re also discussing the significance of actively participating in culture and leveraging our influence for the glory of God, and we can not miss the opportunity to pray for our leaders and support their ministries.

    If you stick around for Happy Hour, Sam and I are talking about challenges associated with ministry and Sam passionately shares his commitment to being a beacon of salt and light in the public sphere, urging fellow Christians to exercise their right to vote and even consider running for office. We’re also sharing resources available to churches navigating political involvement.

    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/cancel-culture-and-the-church-with-sam-sanden


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    Recognizing the Power of a Disciplined Walk With God with Toni Stockton

    Recognizing the Power of a Disciplined Walk With God with Toni Stockton

    Join my friend Toni Stockton and I as we delve into the importance of reclaiming our homes, fully embracing the beautiful journey of motherhood, and recognizing the critical influence women hold in shaping our culture. The need for a revival in our families can not be ignored, and we can not underestimate the role of prayer in making positive changes. 

    Stick around for Happy Hour as we talk about how we navigate the challenges of marriage and parenting, the significance of homeschooling and delve into the impact of spiritual leadership within our households. We’re sharing how we make a daily prayer routine and stress the value of praying for our children, recognizing the lasting legacy our prayers can create. 

    Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/power-disciplined-walk-toni-stockton


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Customer Reviews

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3.5K Ratings

Tstayrook ,

Off the Bench

Thank you Heidi and team for such a wonderful podcast. Hearing you and your guests helps me have that sense of belonging we all desire and need in the Church. Unity in Christ and carrying out the race here in America well. Having three young kids and planning to homeschool, Heidi is an amazing resource and feels much like a mentor. Maranatha dear one.

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Love Heidi!

Love that Heidi takes a stance and then stands her ground. Her Christ-focused approach to families, church, the culture, all of it. Keep it up!

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Heidi St. John has, and is continuing to keep me grounded in God’s truth. She was my first podcast several years ago and she never gets old!

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