It’s almost time for the most un-wonderful time of the year (next to June, now, I guess.) Today I’ll be answering listener questions about alternatives to Halloween, giving suggestions for some excellent biblical worldview curriculum options and talking about the latest fad in parenting: “gentle” parenting. As you can guess, I’m not a fan of the world’s definition of gentle parenting. God has a way that is both gentle and wise. Listen in! SHOW NOTES...
Oct 17, 2022•27 min
Vancouver Police Officer Rey Reynolds joins me again today to talk about why it’s so imperative that citizens become educated about our Constitution so that the grievous government overreach that we saw in the past two years never happens again. We really can “hold the line,” but we need to elect good leaders who will stand for what is right with the heart of a servant. Rey is running for Sheriff in Clark County, Washington. You can donate to his campaign and help him win at reyreynolds.com SHOW...
Oct 14, 2022•30 min
Do you know who your sheriff is? You should! Today, Rey Reynolds joins me to bring hope to the prevailing issues of our cities: rising crime, homelessness, and woke leadership policies. There is hope! Listen in and get involved! SHOW NOTES
Oct 13, 2022•24 min
Barbara Cameron joins me today to talk candidly about the ups and downs of her 53 year marriage. Truth is, marriage is hard, but God offers hope and healing. If your marriage needs a tune-up, or even if you’re just “stuck” in your marriage, this podcast is for you. SHOW NOTES
Oct 12, 2022•21 min
Barbara Cameron, mother of Kirk Cameron and Candace Cameron Bure joins me today for an honest and uplifting conversation about what it was like to raise her kids in the Hollywood spotlight and how a love for Jesus changed everything. SHOW NOTES
Oct 11, 2022•21 min
Many Christians today have decided that spanking is not an appropriate form of discipline. What does the Bible say? Today I’ll cover that as well as answer a few more listener questions. You can submit your question too, simply visit heidistjohn.com/mailboxmonday . We’d love to hear from you! SHOW NOTES
Oct 10, 2022•19 min
Have you ever been accused of being a “Christian nationalist”? Today, I’ll unpack what that means and how the left is determined to confuse the culture from gender to patriotism. Hint: if you love Jesus and your country, that’s a good thing. SHOW NOTES
Oct 07, 2022•22 min
Today, Heidi kicks off her live teaching at MomStrong International! She’ll be teaching on identity this month. If you struggle to see your worth and purpose, tune in. Better yet, join the MomStrong community at momstronginternational.com . SHOW NOTES
Oct 06, 2022•23 min
Well, Planned Parenthood is making headlines again for finding yet another way to kill babies, the #bidengashike is coming your direction, and a mom in Texas is struggling with how to shield her children from leftist grandparents. SHOW NOTES
Oct 05, 2022•22 min
Heidi’s daughter was married this past weekend… just a few days before the funeral of her stepdad. Life is always changing—but God never does. Listen in as Heidi talks about how to recognize and embrace what really matters. SHOW NOTES
Oct 04, 2022•23 min
Today Heidi answers a curriculum question from a soon-to-be homeschool mom, offers advice to a mom of a testy teen and addresses the divisive question of women pastors. SHOW NOTES
Oct 03, 2022•25 min
Alex Newman is an award-winning international journalist, educator, author, and speaker. He writes for a wide array of magazines and newspapers while appearing regularly on the radio. Alex also serves as executive director of Public School Exit, a ministry dedicated to securing a Christian education for as many children as possible. Today Alex joins Heidi to discuss the role of UNESCO in aggressively promoting standardized anti-Christian education worldwide. SHOW NOTES...
Sep 30, 2022•26 min
Today we're going to cover some of the headlines and highlight a bit of what's going on in Italy. I'll also be tackling some listener questions that have been submitted. Listen in! SHOW NOTES
Sep 29, 2022•25 min
The world is in a crisis right now. But where do we begin to restore what's happened? Sean Morris is joining me on the show today and we're having a conversation about building a family dynasty and how the restoration of the world begins at home. Listen in! SHOW NOTES
Sep 28, 2022•33 min
The politicization of the public school system is in full swing. As Tucker Carlson noted last week, “You would have to hate children in order to sexualize them. Because sexualizing children screws them up for life. Ask anyone to whom it has happened, period,” Carlson added. “No one should put up with this. No parent should put up with this for one second, no matter what the law says. Your duty, your moral duty, is to defend your children. This is an attack on your children and you should fight b...
Sep 27, 2022•25 min
Today, Heidi answers questions from listeners, including a birthmom who would like to hear more stories of birth moms who chose adoption, a mom overwhelmed by bad “news” around the world, a mom concerned about homeschooling and socialization, and a listener who is frustrated by the “conservative” choices in Pennsylvania. Lots to talk about, let’s dig in! SHOW NOTES...
Sep 26, 2022•21 min
Are you struggling with anxiety? You’re not alone. Today, Dr. Mark Sherwood joins Heidi to talk about natural ways to treat anxiety and explains why cortisol is a culprit we can do something to control. SHOW NOTES
Sep 23, 2022•23 min
Lots to talk about on the show today: —Many in the United States have felt the Brits were “overreacting” to the death of the late Queen Elizabeth, but I disagree. A life devoted to country and family is worth honoring. They got it right. —Tucker Carlson goes after teachers who are sexualizing students —CEO of “Beyond Meat” has a story that you can’t make up and finally…Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” However, many pa...
Sep 22, 2022•23 min
“If just one family from every church in Texas would adopt a child, Texas would not have a foster care crisis.” After a 22-year career as an Army officer, Glenn Harwood and his family of four moved to Midland, Texas, where he began a second career as an Assistant US Attorney. During their time in Midland, he and his wife have fostered six children and adopted two of those children through Child Protective Services. SHOW NOTES...
Sep 21, 2022•25 min
After a 22-year career as an Army officer, Glenn Harwood and his family of four moved to Midland, Texas, where he began a second career as an Assistant US Attorney. During their time in Midland, he and his wife have fostered six children and adopted two of those children through Child Protective Services. If you’re wondering how you can get off the bench and engage in a meaningful way, this episode is for you! SHOW NOTES...
Sep 20, 2022•22 min
Today I'm tackling listener questions. Is homeschooling the best choice over Private Christian School? What about the Enneagram? My kids are always late! I'll be speaking to these and other questions on the show today! SHOW NOTES
Sep 19, 2022•27 min
Do you own a slow cooker or a pressure cooker? Then you can make freezer meals! With inflation at record levels, many families are looking for ways to make their food budget go further. Today, Erin Chase joins Heidi with tons of great ideas for meal planning and tips for making home meals healthy and affordable. SHOW NOTES
Sep 16, 2022•18 min
With inflation at 8.3%, many families are feeling the pinch at the grocery store and certainly at restaurants. While it can be frustrating to see food costs increase, it can also be fruitful, as more families are being intentional about eating at home. Mealtimes are made for connecting, and so today, Erin Chase, founder of 5dollardinners.com joins Heidi to talk about the importance of family meals and offers tips to stretch your family food budget! It starts with being intentional before your he...
Sep 15, 2022•21 min
It’s the season for back to school – and for many moms, it’s a busy, even stressful season. Today my friend Rachael and I, both homeschool moms of seven, offer some humorous and warm insight to remind you that seasons, just like childhood, are fleeting. Slow down, take it all in. Make memories now, and they will be a gift to you when your kids leave home. Capture the moment, and you get the memory, too. SHOW NOTES...
Sep 14, 2022•27 min
Parent's Rights in Education and Family Policy Institute of Washington have joined together to form a very powerful partnership. Jennifer Heine-Withee and Keith Adams are back on the show with me today sharing how these two powerhouses are coming together to equip churches and parents with the help they need to get involved in what's happening in our education system. Listen in friends, you do not want to miss this one! SHOW NOTES...
Sep 13, 2022•23 min
Parent's Rights in Education and Family Policy Institute of Washington have joined together to form a very powerful partnership. Jennifer Heine-Withee and Keith Adams are on the show with me today sharing how these two powerhouses are coming together to equip churches and parents with the help they need to get involved in what's happening in our education system. Listen in friends, you do not want to miss this one! SHOW NOTES...
Sep 12, 2022•29 min
What does God say about who we are? How do we find our identity in Him? Today, we're going to dive into this topic of identity and see what His Word has to say about this topic. Listen in! SHOW NOTES
Sep 09, 2022•23 min
“Satan’s classroom.” That’s how my guest, Karen England, describes the public school system that millions of kids are sitting in six hours a day, five days a week. She asks, “If something is not of God, who is it from?” With the answers becoming increasingly clear, Karen founded “The Kitchen Table Activist” in order to give parents and concerned citizens training and free materials to make a difference from their kitchen tables. Join me for a powerful podcast and learn how you can become an acti...
Sep 08, 2022•20 min
Despite the government schools' blatant agenda of woke, gender-bending, sexual and racial indoctrination, many Christian parents in conservative states believe their children are not being targeted in their public school. “My child is in a good school district” is one line that my guest, Karen England hears all the time in her home state of Tennessee. But is it true? Today she joins me to discuss why parents in these areas need to look deeper into what’s happening in their child’s school. SHOW N...
Sep 07, 2022•21 min
How concerned should we be that the Biden Administration wants to bypass Congress and re-write the 1972 Anti-Discrimination act for schools? Answer: VERY CONCERNED. Even the New York Post is worried about its impact, saying “Biden’s new Title IX rules deputize teachers to override parents on gender identity.” Team Biden’s proposed new Title IX regulations make it clear: They’re coming for your children. The administration ostensibly drafted the rules to protect gay and transgender students from ...
Sep 06, 2022•22 min