The Heidi St. John Podcast

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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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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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 ...

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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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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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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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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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 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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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 ...

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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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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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 fai...

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 recogn...

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...

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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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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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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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 Mus...