The Heidi St. John Podcast

This Fan Mail Friday takes on the headlines and the heart issues behind them. From Oregon refusing to call a Christmas tree a Christmas tree, to the growing confusion between asking questions and pursuing truth, we’re talking about why discernment matters. I answer listener questions on marriage, money, jealousy, family, and calling—and remind you why God’s Word must remain the final authority in every season. If you’re longing for clarity, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to stand firm, this episode is for you. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: Mentions — Heidi St John Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Christmas isn’t about elves, gimmicks, or perfect photos—it’s about Jesus. In this episode, I’m talking with Pastor Grant and GraceAnna Castleberry about Manger in Danger , a Christ-centered family tradition that helps kids understand the real story of Christmas and God’s sovereign protection. If you’re ready to push back on the noise and disciple your kids through the season, this one’s for you. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Dr. Corey Miller joins me today for a powerful look at how Marxism and secular ideology have taken over our schools, universities, and even parts of the church. If you’ve wondered why the culture feels upside down, this conversation will connect the dots. We’re not powerless—but we must wake up, think biblically, and engage with courage. This episode will challenge you, encourage you, and help you get off the bench and onto the battlefield. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Dr. Mark Sherwood is back answering your health questions—from “stinky gas” and cholesterol to hormones, vaccines, peptides, and simple habits that support real wellness. This has been a hard year for a lot of us, but God is faithful, and there is so much you can do to steward your health. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m talking with my friends Shon and Jess Thornburg from Love Life about something very close to my heart: abortion, the church, and what it looks like to actually live out our pro-life convictions. You’ll hear how God took a simple “yes” and used it to turn their church into a true House of Refuge—where babies are being saved, moms and dads are being loved, post-abortive men and women are finding healing, and ordinary believers are learning how to show up at the darkest places with the light of Christ. If you’ve ever wondered, “What can my church do?” or “Where do we even start?”, this episode will encourage you to get off the bench and into the battle for life. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

In Part 2 of my conversation with E.Z. Zwayne, we go deeper into God’s design for marriage, leadership, submission, and purity. We talk about what real biblical headship looks like, how grace restores the home, and why strong families are essential in a culture that’s drifting fast. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Give Send Go | givesendgo.com Answers in Genesis | AnswersBibleCurriculum.com/HEIDI RVL Discipleship Curriculum | RVLCurriculum.com/heidi HEIDI10 Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

On this Fan Mail Friday, I’m answering your questions about homeschool grads walking away from biblical truth, the Ten Commandments in public schools, surprise pregnancy at 45, hospitality, family service, and biblical discipline in a soft-on-sin culture. We’ll talk apologetics for kids, how to speak truth with grace, growing in confidence to share your faith, and I’ll even pull back the curtain a bit on Jay’s role in our family and ministry—plus a fun “should we get another dog?” question. Grab your Bible and a cup of coffee—this one is all about discipling your family to stand firm in a world that’s lost its way on the Heidi St. John Podcast. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Before there was turkey on the table and football on the TV, there was faith, sacrifice, and a deep dependence on God. In this Thanksgiving Special, I’m taking you back to the pilgrims, to William Bradford, and to the unmistakable hand of God in the founding of our nation. If you’ve been feeling uneasy about the direction of our country, this episode will remind you that gratitude is a spiritual weapon—and that God is still moving in mighty ways. Plus, I’m ending with a sweet “rest of the story” you’re going to love. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Bold, patriotic students across the country are stepping up to lead—but too many adults are shrinking back. Today I talk with Turning Point USA’s Evergreen Field Rep, Ruby Ruiz, about the explosive growth of Club America, the real resistance happening inside our public schools, and the urgent need for adults with courage to stand alongside this rising generation. Our kids are ready. The question is: are we? Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Give Send Go | givesendgo.com Answers in Genesis | AnswersBibleCurriculum.com/HEIDI RVL Discipleship Curriculum | RVLCurriculum.com/heidi HEIDI10 Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m sounding the alarm. Truth is under assault, emotions are ruling the moment, and believers are getting swept into chaos because we’ve forgotten how to discern . From social-media outrage to AI-driven confusion, we are in a battle for wisdom — and the stakes are high. Join me as we dig into what biblical discernment really is, why it matters right now more than ever, and how we can train our hearts and minds to cling to truth in a world addicted to lies. This is a wake-up call for the church… lean in. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Give Send Go | givesendgo.com Answers in Genesis | AnswersBibleCurriculum.com/HEIDI RVL Discipleship Curriculum | RVLCurriculum.com/heidi HEIDI10 Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m talking straight from my heart about the growing fracture inside the conservative movement—and why a house divided against itself cannot stand. We’ll bring it all back to the Word of God as I answer your Fan Mail Friday questions: finding solid Christian candidates, raising young adults who still live at home, walking with an unbelieving spouse, homeschooling when you’re exhausted, worrying over kids who aren’t walking with the Lord, and even what marriage will look like in heaven. Grab your Bible, friend—this episode will call you back to unity, discernment, and the mission God’s given us in this crazy culture. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m talking with homeschool mom and Cedarville University’s Rachel Kimble about one of my favorite subjects: teaching our kids to think biblically in a world that’s lost its mind. We’ll talk Deuteronomy 6, everyday discipleship at home, and why your time—not the system’s—is your greatest tool for shaping worldview. We’ll also unpack when college still makes sense, how dual enrollment can help, and why discernment matters now more than ever. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: Mentions — Heidi St John Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today my friend Emeal “E.Z.” Zwayne from Living Waters joins me in the studio to talk about his powerful new book, Fight Like a Man . He shares his radical story—from gang life and near suicide to a life transformed by Christ—and we dive into what’s eroding the strength of men today, how to reclaim integrity, and why this cultural moment demands courage. We also talk about how wives can support their husbands with truth and grace. This is a bold, hope-filled conversation you won’t want to miss. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today we’re diving deep into one of the toughest challenges Christians are facing right now—how to live faithfully in a culture that’s openly hostile to biblical truth. My friend Natasha Crain joins me to talk about her powerful new book, When Culture Hates You, and how we can stay grounded, gracious, and bold in our witness even when the world pushes back. We’ll talk about why our faith has to shape our politics (not the other way around), why knowing your Bible is key to standing firm, and how to keep your heart soft when the battle gets exhausting. If you’re feeling weary or wondering if it’s even worth it to keep speaking truth—this episode will remind you that it absolutely is. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

You guys are going to love this one! Dr. Mark Sherwood is back on the show to answer your most-asked health questions — from MTHFR and mental health to inflammation, pregnancy, hormones, and even those mysterious compression socks I never travel without. We’re talking real-life wellness from a biblical perspective — practical, hopeful, and rooted in God’s design for the body. Grab your hydrogen water, take some notes, and get ready to be encouraged! Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today we’re talking about your God-given right to raise, educate, and disciple your children without government interference. New Jersey is pushing two bills—A5825 and A5796—that would tighten control over homeschoolers, while UNESCO and the UN advance “global citizenship” and standardized education worldwide. My friend Mike Farris—founder of HSLDA and a longtime defender of homeschool freedom—joins me to explain what these proposals actually do, why “curriculum alignment” is so dangerous, how treaties like the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child come into play, and why what happens in New Jersey won’t stay there. If you homeschool—or just care about parental rights and liberty—this episode is your call to stay informed, stay engaged, and stay off the bench. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Post-election, I step back from the noise to ask where America is headed—and why cities are embracing leaders and policies at odds with our Judeo-Christian roots. We’ll unpack the cultural and spiritual fallout of rising socialism and anti-Semitism, and what shifts in places like New York and Dearborn mean for the rest of the country. Then author Becca Keating shares what life under Sharia law looked like in the Middle East—and why Americans must grasp the worldview behind it. This is a call for believers to pray, vote, defend what’s good, and engage locally with courage. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m joined by my friend Abby from M is for Mama for an honest, hope-filled talk about motherhood, calling, and staying grounded in God’s design for women. We’re tackling the lies of feminism, the myth that you can “have it all,” and the beauty of embracing each season with purpose and joy. Abby shares wisdom from her new book You Bet Your Stretch Marks —a reminder that the hard work of mothering is sacred, eternal work. Whether you’re in the toddler trenches or raising teens, this episode will encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus and your heart anchored at home. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

These so-called “off-year” elections shape far more than we realize—our schools, taxes, safety, and freedoms are decided at the local level. In this episode, I’m joined by Washington State GOP Chair Rep. Jim Walsh and Camas City Councilwoman Leslie Llewellyn to talk about why turnout is so low, how we can change it, and what happens when people of faith engage. If you’ve ever wondered whether your vote really counts, this conversation will leave you ready to make a difference. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! BRAVE Books | heidibrave.com Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Hey, friends! It’s Fan Mail Friday, and today we’re diving into your questions about homeschooling through heartbreak, raising boys without a dad in the home, finding time to rest, and walking out forgiveness when life gets messy. We’ll also talk about why your voice matters in this election season and how faith—not fear—should guide us in every decision. No matter what season you’re in, God is still sovereign over your home, your family, and your future. Stay faithful, stay engaged, and remember—you were born for this time in history. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Portland has become ground zero for a movement the media calls “just an idea.” In this episode, I unpack what Antifa really is—its roots, tactics, and why weak leadership and non-prosecution policies have turned cities like Portland into safe harbors for chaos. Journalist Brandi Kruse joins me to share first-hand reporting (including a recent assault while on the job), expose media spin and political cowardice, and talk about what it will take to restore order. We’ll challenge Christians to pray, vote, defend what’s good, and support honest journalism. If you love the PNW, it’s time to get off the bench. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

I’m recording from the road in Canton, Ohio, because this can’t wait. We’re watching anti-Semitism re-enter mainstream discourse, and it’s more than politics—it’s a theological drift. I walk you through Scripture (Romans 11, Genesis 12:3), explain how “replacement theology” sneaks in under trendy slogans, and call the Church to clarity, courage, and civic stewardship. Bring your Bible and a pen—this is a wake-up episode. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

Today I’m answering your questions—helping a prodigal son grow in faith, guiding teens through friendships and dating, and addressing modesty at church with grace. I’ll also share how to speak truth without burning bridges and why religious liberty matters. Grab coffee and join me for practical, Scripture-rooted encouragement you can use right away. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

You guys, this is a conversation I’ve been wanting to have for a long time. My guest today, Elise Orozco, is joining me to talk about something that’s quietly affecting a lot of women—erotica and so-called “romance” fiction. Elise shares her honest story of how it pulled her in, what it did to her marriage and walk with the Lord, and how God set her free. We’re talking about why this matters, what it does to our hearts, and how to find true intimacy the way God designed it. It’s a powerful and hope-filled conversation you don’t want to miss. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday

What does functional medicine look like through a biblical lens? Today Dr. Mark Sherwood joins me to answer your health questions and talk about the connection between body, mind, and spirit. From autism therapies to hormonal shifts and natural healing, we dive into how God designed the body to restore itself—and how faith plays a role in every step. Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off! Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidi Equipping The Persecuted Coffee | ETPcoffee.com Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcast Instagram | @heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.net/ fanmailfriday