The Heidi St. John Podcast

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Is the Loudest Voice Right? – Part 1 May 05, 2017

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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
Who’s In Charge of the Christian Blogosphere?

13 Reasons Why… Not – Part 2 May 03, 2017

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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 Suicide?
Another Resource for Talking to Your Kids About Suicide

13 Reasons Why… Not – Part 1 May 01, 2017

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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
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The Greatest of these is Love: A Conversation About Transgenderism and Our Role as Believers Apr 28, 2017

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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 are a culture in crisis.
Somehow we’ve come to a place where women who do not want men in their bathrooms and locker rooms are accused of bigotry and labeled “transphobic.” It’s an upside-down world and it’s requiring that we have a tough conversation. Listen in as we talk about this very important topic.
5 Things to Avoid When Discussing the Bible’s Teaching on Gender
Diamond Dee Interview
Transgenderism is a Dagger Aimed at the Heart of Human Identity
What Does the Bible Say About Transgenderism?
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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 on the cover of a magazine is not something we’re used to talking about. Here’s the thing: If we don’t set a place for the truth of Scripture at the table of our children’s hearts, the world will set out a feast all it’s own.
A Spiritual Crisis and a Crossroad: How Should Christians Respond? – Looking around, it’s clear that many Christians have unbuckled the belt of truth under enormous pressure from the culture. Many pastors have begun exchanging the truth of God’s Word for the easy “truth” of the world in an effort to be “loving,” except that denying the truth of God is never loving. I have to wonder if those pastors who will not stand on the authority of Scripture care more about winning a popularity contest than they do about speaking the truth.

Sacred Responsibility: Why Christian Parents Need to Talk with Their Kids About Transgenderism Apr 26, 2017

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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, touching on fields as disparate as genetics, fashion, medicine, law, education, entertainment, athletics, and religious liberty. We need Christians thinking through, and talking to, all of these issues.
Listen in as Heidi tackles this very important topic and reminds us that LOVE, not culture is defines the behavior of God’s people.
More reading: Crossway.com

When You and Your Spouse Disagree Apr 24, 2017

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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.

So, You Want to Work Together? Part 3 Apr 21, 2017

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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.

So, You Want to Work Together? – Part 2 Apr 19, 2017

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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.

So, You Want to Work Together? – Part 1 Apr 17, 2017

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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.

Listen, Love, Repeat – Part 2 Apr 14, 2017

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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 scattering kindness to family, friends, strangers, and the “necessary people” who help you get life done. A wife and mom of three, she resides in central Michigan where she enjoys cheering for the Detroit Tigers and processing life with the many teens that gather around her kitchen island. Connect with her at karenehman.com where she helps women to live their priorities and love their lives.

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