We live in a struggle between doing what pleases God and what pleases ourselves. Join me as I talk through a sweet reminder of the safety there is in the boundaries set up for us in Scripture! New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional – 365 Gospel-Centered Devotions for the Whole Year Mornings can be tough. Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren’t enough. Offering more than a rush of caffeine, best-selling author Paul David Tripp wants to energize you with the most...
Jun 02, 2017•20 min•Ep. 468
Knowledge without wisdom leads to pride and arrogance. Learning how to apply the knowledge is where wisdom comes in. As God’s people, we need to come before the Lord and as the Father to fill us with wisdom and boldness so we will speak the truth of His word to a lost and dying generation. Psalm 68:4-6 Proverbs 1 Protect your Family With Disney Circle Shop at the Heidi St. John Store! More Like this From The Busy Mom Three Traits of a Wise Believer – The Bible tells us that there is absolute tru...
May 31, 2017•20 min•Ep. 467
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May 29, 2017•12 min•Ep. 466
Homeschooling, Why We Chose It – Listen to specific reasons why Heidi and Jay St. John and Durenda and Darryl Wilson believe it’s the best choice to homeschool their children. Homeschooling Through High School – YES you can! – Can you homeschool all the way through high school? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Listen in as we answer FAQ’s and offer encouragement to parents who are considering this wonderful option. Recommended Resources The Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Daylight: Managing Your...
May 26, 2017•20 min•Ep. 465
Modesty can be a hot button topic these days, but it is critical that we explore it with our children. More importantly, it’s more important that we explore the heart of modesty with our children. The Bible has a lot to say about modesty, and it’s not just talking about clothes. Join me to day and let me know what you think!
May 24, 2017•20 min•Ep. 464
Do you ever forget who you are? When we forget that we are a child of the God of the universe, fear creeps in. But you are redeemed, Sister! We’re talking about what that means today as you walk out your every day life. Isaiah 41:3 Psalm 34:4 Romans 8:38,39 Psalm 27:1 Psalm 115:11 Psalm 103:17 MORE LIKE THIS FROM THE BUSY MOM Dare to Be a Daniel: Talking to Your Kids About Standing for The Lord – This is startlingly new territory for parents: explaining why a man is being celebrated as a woman o...
May 22, 2017•19 min•Ep. 463
Do you struggle with fear over what your future holds? It’s easy to be afraid these days, especially if we start thinking too much. But the Lord has you in His hand! Listen in as we talk about how you can handle fear in your life. Resources and Study Guides Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety: Becoming a Woman of Faith and Confidence by Elyse Fitzpatrick Elyse Fitzpatrick, coauthor of Women Helping Women (a Gold Medallion Finalist), offers practical advice for conquering the paralyzing emotions ...
May 19, 2017•19 min•Ep. 462
Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today. Tune in for part 2 and find out how you can take advantage of a very special opportunity just for listeners this week. Don’t...
May 17, 2017•22 min•Ep. 461
Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today. Tune in for part 1 and find out how you can take advantage of a very special opportunity just for listeners this week. Don’t...
May 15, 2017•20 min•Ep. 460
“What was God thinking when He created you creative and then gave you children? Creative moms often feel as though they must lay their passions down. But God had something special in mind for the creative woman during this intense season of mothering,” and we’re talking about it today on the podcast with Wendy Brunner and Kelli Stuart. Join us! Kelli Stuart is a writer and a storyteller at heart, and is the author of Like a River From Its Course, a breakout historical fiction novel set in World ...
May 12, 2017•18 min•Ep. 459
“What was God thinking when He created you creative and then gave you children? Creative moms often feel as though they must lay their passions down. But God had something special in mind for the creative woman during this intense season of mothering,” and we’re talking about it today on the podcast with Wendy Brunner and Kelli Stuart. Join us! Kelli Stuart is a writer and a storyteller at heart, and is the author of Like a River From Its Course, a breakout historical fiction novel set in World ...
May 10, 2017•19 min•Ep. 458
We are are a spiritual crossroad in the western world. Every day, more Christian leaders seem to be moving away from the time-tested, unchanging truths of the Bible. Does God change with the culture? Let’s talk about it! The question for Christians is simple: will we follow culture? Or will we follow Christ? Join Heidi as she talks about some of the big questions we’re facing and why she believes that Christ > culture. Why I’ll Take Courageous Jen Hatmaker Over her Cowardly Critics Everyday W...
May 08, 2017•21 min•Ep. 457
We are are a spiritual crossroad in the western world. Every day, more Christian leaders seem to be moving away from the time-tested, unchanging truths of the Bible. Does God change with the culture? Let’s talk about it! The question for Christians is simple: will we follow culture? Or will we follow Christ? Join Heidi as she talks about some of the big questions we’re facing and why she believes that Christ > culture. Why I’ll Take Courageous Jen Hatmaker Over her Cowardly Critics Everyday W...
May 05, 2017•19 min•Ep. 456
The runaway hit series on Netflix “13 Reasons Why” is catching many parents off-guard with it’s no-holds-barred look at teen suicide. But is it helping or hurting? Listen in as Heidi and her daughter, who works with youth, talk about “13 Reasons” and why every parent needs to know what’s in the series. Today, Heidi and her daughter, Savannah offer practical solutions and talking points for parents of teens. How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide Are You Worried Someone You Know is At Risk for Su...
May 03, 2017•19 min•Ep. 455
The runaway hit series on Netflix “13 Reasons Why” is catching many parents off-guard with it’s no-holds-barred look at teen suicide. But is it helping or hurting? Listen in as Heidi and her daughter, who works with youth, talk about “13 Reasons” and why every parent needs to know what’s in the series. How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide Are You Worried Someone You Know is At Risk for Suicide? Another Resource for Talking to Your Kids About Suicide Join me in New Jersey in two weeks!...
May 01, 2017•19 min•Ep. 454
Today on the podcast, I’m replying to a question I am getting a lot lately: “How do we respond to the cultural push to normalize gender fluidity?” This is an important topic, but we can’t talk about transgender issues—or any other issue—without first remembering that God calls us to speak the truth in love. God loves us, no matter our struggles. Surely His heart breaks over the sin that is causing people to do irreparable harm to their bodies in the name of finding their own version of truth. We...
Apr 28, 2017•20 min•Ep. 453
Did you know that as a Christian, you are an “ambassador” for Christ? God says you are making His appeal through the way you live your life! God’s Word provides guidance for Christians trying to make sense of the transgender moment.When it comes to transgenderism, the Bible actually has a lot to say—not by a prooftext here or there but by a rich and pervasive understanding of gender and sexual identity. ( See TGC article ) Obviously, transgenderism, as a cultural trend, is incredibly complex, to...
Apr 26, 2017•21 min
Disagreements are inevitable in a marriage, but how you handle said disagreements will make or break you. Let’s talk about what works and what doesn’t.
Apr 24, 2017•15 min•Ep. 451
We get asked all the time how we work together… as in how well it goes and how do we do it! So what else is there to do except podcast about it? Join my sweet husband and me for part 3 of 3 as we share some experience and some tips for working together in a shared mission....
Apr 21, 2017•19 min•Ep. 449
We get asked all the time how we work together… as in how well it goes and how do we do it! So what else is there to do except podcast about it? Join my sweet husband and me for part 2 of 3 as we share some experience and some tips for working together in a shared mission....
Apr 19, 2017•20 min•Ep. 448
We get asked all the time how we work together… as in how well it goes and how do we do it! So what else is there to do except podcast about it? Join my sweet husband and me for part 1 of 3 as we share some experience and some tips for working together in a shared mission....
Apr 17, 2017•16 min•Ep. 447
Have you noticed that we tend toward self-centeredness in the culture today? Karen’s noticed, too—and today, we’re talking about how putting others first is one of God’s keys to healthy, whole living. Karen Ehman is a New York Times bestselling author, Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker, and writer for Encouragement for Today an online devotional that reaches over 4 million women daily. Her latest book Listen, Love, Repeat: Other-Centered Living in a Self-Centered World , is full of ideas for scatte...
Apr 14, 2017•16 min
Have you noticed that we tend toward self-centeredness in the culture today? Karen’s noticed, too—and today, we’re talking about how putting others first is one of God’s keys to healthy, whole living. Karen Ehman is a New York Times bestselling author, Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker, and writer for Encouragement for Today an online devotional that reaches over 4 million women daily. Her latest book Listen, Love, Repeat: Other-Centered Living in a Self-Centered World , is full of ideas for scatte...
Apr 12, 2017•15 min
From the archives, but a timeless message: Are you weary? There is rest found only in the Lord, and you don't want to miss it. Take heart!
Apr 10, 2017•13 min
Have you noticed that womanhood, even the heart of femininity is under attack in the culture today? This week, Heidi is talking honestly about God’s heart for women—and how being created “out” of man brings with it a special calling and a special kind of strength. God created woman to be a helper. “Helper” is a word that demands explanation today… and so we’re going to talk about it! “Helper” is not a term that indicates a lesser status, or the type of help that assists in an unimportant way. Li...
Apr 07, 2017•17 min•Ep. 445
Have you noticed that womanhood, even the heart of femininity is under attack in the culture today? This week, Heidi is talking honestly about God’s heart for women—and how being created “out” of man brings with it a special calling and a special kind of strength. God created woman to be a helper. “Helper” is a word that demands explanation today… and so we’re going to talk about it! “Helper” is not a term that indicates a lesser status, or the type of help that assists in an unimportant way. Li...
Apr 05, 2017•16 min•Ep. 444
Have you noticed that womanhood, even the heart of femininity is under attack in the culture today? This week, Heidi talks honestly about God’s heart for women—and how being created “out” of man brings with it a special calling and a special kind of strength. God created woman to be a helper. “Helper” is a word that demands explanation today… and so we’re going to talk about it! “Helper” is not a term that indicates a lesser status, or the type of help that assists in an unimportant way. Listen ...
Apr 03, 2017•19 min•Ep. 443
Have you ever wondered what makes your heart sing? The Bible says that God created you with a purpose and He wants to join you in fulfilling it! Today, Heidi talks with the very encouraging Jennifer Dukes Lee as she talks about her “Happiness Style” quiz and helps listeners discover how they can find their sweet spot—the place, relationship, or activity that gives the greatest sense of well-being. Listen in! Jennifer Dukes Lee is a storyteller and a grace dweller. She is the author of The Happin...
Mar 31, 2017•22 min•Ep. 442
We’ve heard it said, “God does not want you to be happy, He wants you to be holy,” but is that really true? Join Heidi as she talks with author Jennifer Dukes Lee about the pursuit of your truest, most satisfied, and most faith-filled self. **New York Earlybird Ends April 10!!** Jennifer Dukes Lee is a storyteller and a grace dweller. She is the author of The Happiness Dare and Love Idol. Jennifer blogs about faith and life at JenniferDukesLee.com . You can connect with her on Twitter @dukeslee ...
Mar 29, 2017•17 min•Ep. 441
Mar 27, 2017•17 min•Ep. 440
