We are in exciting times, and I am here for it! It’s been so good to see President Trump get in the Oval Office and get to work. I’m also answering the great questions you guys sent in: How do we interact with non-Christian family members? How do I best help my granddaughter while her parents are going through an ugly divorce? How do you feel about…

Tricia Goyer’s story is a testimony to the Lord’s faithfulness in her life after an abortion and a second teen pregnancy. She joins me today to share the challenges and blessings of their family’s growth to a family of 12 through birth, fostering, and adoption. Her daughter Alyssa is sharing her unique perspective as well! God has His hand on all t…

Every parent of multiple children understands the challenges that come with sibling relationships, and we’re here today to encourage and guide you on how to foster those relationships. Then as our kids move into the tween and teen years, their brains change and with that, their emotional needs change too. My good friend Sherri Seligson, mother of f…

I’m at the inauguration today, however that seems to turn outwith the cold weather predicted! A couple questions today about how to prioritizeour marriages between exhaustion and difficult date nights, a mom wonders how tohelp her sixth grader build confidence and rest in who she is, a listener is lookingfor some good Biblical references, and final…

Of all the social struggles we are experiencing in the world today, perhaps none has done more damage than the insidious lie that a person’s biological sex can be altered through hormones and surgery. My guest today can speak to the tragedy of this social contagion with authority and compassion—because he was a victim of this ideology himself. Walt…

How do you know if a habit has become an addiction? And what do you do if it has? What causes us to become addicted? There are a lot of questions about this issue, and my friend Dr. Tim Clinton from the American Association of Christian Counselors is here to help us with the answers and offer resources if you’re looking for a place to go. The Lord’…

You guys ask the best questions! How can we encourage pastors? Should Christians be using “affirmations”? Should we celebrate my non-Christian friends adopting a baby? A mom is asking if it’s ok to take a break from church for a chronically ill son, another mom is grieving her years of not serving the Lord as her son is now uninterested in followin…

“Could this be perimenopause?” is our most frequently asked question of late, and basically the answer is “yes!” It can all be your hormones. Join Melissa and me as we dive into some hormone basics for women (and men!) and our favorite natural options to support balanced hormones for everyone. Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/natura…

Jim Ramos from “Men in the Arena” joins me today to talk about masculinity, spiritual leadership, sex, and marriage. This podcast is rated “M” for marriage—so grab your spouse and settle in for a straightforward, informative and encouraging conversation that will change the way you see the importance of men in the culture and especially at home. No…

Today's show is jam-packed with encouragement! I'll be sharing from some couples who got married a little later in life, offering tips for how we can show respect to our husbands, unpacking a tender situation between family members, and reminding you about God's motivation for sending Jesus. (Hint: it was love!) Not Consumed: Helping your family gr…

Are you struggling to be content in your life? You’re not alone. It’s easy to turn inward when we’re frustrated. It’s easy to become self-focused — but God would have us be outward-focused. Listen in as I share some secrets of living a life of contentment. Not Consumed: Helping your family grow in faith so you are Not Consumed by life. Head to notc…

2025 is here – and with it, a chance to posture our hearts and minds to listen to the still, small voice of God. God’s truth transcends political rhetoric. It’s nothing like the “hope and change” that the political world offers. God’s hope defies the headlines and points our hearts to something bigger than this temporary life we are living. Today, …

Join me today as I answer your questions! We have a grandfather asking about a new Bible for his soon to be new teen grand daughter and a mom looking for advice for a child who is lying. I think most of us have been there and can understand this mom! Keep submitting your questions for the Mailbox Monday shows at heidistjohn.com/mailboxmonday. Not C…

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the talk of New Year’s resolutions, words of the year, annual goal setting, and more as we turn another page on our calendar. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with that, but sometimes it brings a heaviness and guilt instead of motivation. It’s okay to just stay focused on doing the next thing. Obedience to God's…

Merry Christmas everyone!! Round up the kids for a sweet time with Heidi as we enjoy a good old fashioned story hour. Not Consumed: Helping your family grow in faith so you are Not Consumed by life. Head to notconsumed.com/heidi to download the FREE 5 day family Bible study to build hope and purpose into your home! Use coupon code HEIDI for 15% off…

Statistics and real life both agree that we as a global church are largely Biblically illiterate and growing more so by the year. We see a direct correlation between the lack of Biblical literacy and the rise of secular progressivism. Join me today as David Fiorazo and I talk about this concerning trend and what we can be doing about it. Not Consum…

Many of you, like me, are from broken homes, and the holiday season comes with a tremendous amount of added stress. Is it okay to just not want to be with family? When is it okay to say no? Kent Darcie is here today to help talk us through the scenarios we might encounter and how to handle them while we are still in the role of caring for our own f…