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An unexpected text, a song on the radio, an open door—how do you know if God is leading you or you’re seeing what you want to see? Today, I’m answering your questions about discerning God’s guidance, weighing wise counsel, and checking our decisions against Scripture. We’re also tackling anger in motherhood, bullying at church, homeschool friendships, and what to do when you’re burned out on church. Grab your coffee and join me! Today’s Sponsor:BJU Press Homeschool — Biblical worldview curriculum with textbooks, video courses, and tools to support your family. Learn more at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | Donate hereRumble | Heidi St. JohnYouTube | @heidistjohnpodcastInstagram | @heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community | faiththatspeaks.com Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

The votes are in, and it was a painful night for conservatives. Today on The Road to November, I’m unpacking the election results, what they mean for our families, and why Christians cannot afford to check out. Politics cannot fix a spiritual crisis. We need repentance, revival, and believers willing to stand on God’s Word. You guys, God is still on His throne. We can grieve these results without losing heart—and we’ve still got work to do. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool—Academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview, with textbooks, video courses, and tools to help you homeschool with confidence. Visit BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Education is never neutral. Who is teaching your children, and what are they being trained to believe? Today, I’m digging into the history of government education and the ideas that shaped the system we have today. This goes far beyond reading, writing, and arithmetic. It’s a battle for the hearts and minds of our children. God gave parents the responsibility to train them, and we need to understand what we’re up against. Sponsor:BJU Press Homeschool: Academically strong homeschool curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. Explore textbooks, video courses, and planning tools at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

“I’ve read the end of the Book.” “Both sides are corrupt.” “My vote doesn’t count.” I’m hearing these arguments from Christians who are sitting out this election, and today, we’re going to talk about them. Our hope is in Jesus Christ, and we still have a responsibility to steward the freedoms God has given us. On this Election Day, I’m talking about what’s at stake for our children, parental rights, unborn life, and religious liberty, and why loving our neighbors includes showing up at the ballot box. We don’t need perfect candidates to make consequential choices. Watch Election Night Coverage: Join me, Pastor Jack Hibbs, and Daniel Cohen on the Real Life Network beginning at 5 p.m. Pacific / 8 p.m. Eastern for live results and analysis from a biblical worldview. Download the Real Life Network app to watch. Heidi’s Upcoming Book: Preorder Holding Fast in These Last Days: An Urgent Call to Faithfulness in a World of Compromise, releasing in March. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Christians in Nigeria are facing horrific persecution, but even in the midst of suffering, God is at work. Judd Saul of Equipping the Persecuted joins me with an update on the believers his team is serving through emergency aid, village warning systems, and ongoing support for widows and their children. He shares powerful stories of forgiveness, Muslims coming to faith in Christ, and Christians who refuse to stop worshiping despite the danger. We’re also talking about practical ways you can help. You may feel overwhelmed by what’s happening, but you can make a difference. Connect with Judd and Help: Equipping the Persecuted: Give or become a monthly supporter at Persecuted.com. Watch for the upcoming Christmas campaign, which aims to help 25,000 persecuted Christian families celebrate Christmas at $25 per family. Christmas Cow: Help provide a cow for a Christian village at ChristmasCow.org. Truth Nigeria: Follow reporting and updates at TruthNigeria.com. Episode Sponsor: Angel Studios: Find your next family movie and learn more about Angel Guild membership at Angel.com/Heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | Heidi St John Support the show! | Donation | Heidi St. John (Powered by Donorbox) Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | Fan Mail Friday — Heidi St John

What happens when standing up for women gets you thrown out of a women’s soccer game? Independent journalist and unDivided host Brandi Kruse joins me to share her account of being confronted by fans and forcibly removed from a Portland Thorns game while supporting women’s sports. We’re talking about free speech, protecting girls’ opportunities, and why we cannot let intimidation silence the truth. Plus, why Washington voters need to show up for girls’ sports and parental rights. Connect with Brandi:Watch unDivided and find her social media links at undividedpod.com. Thank you to our sponsors: BJU Press Homeschool: Explore academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Angel Studios: Find your next family movie and learn about Angel Guild membership at angel.com/Heidi. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values.http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Parental rights, girls’ sports, and your paycheck are all on the line. But how much ground are we surrendering simply because people aren’t voting? Brian Heywood, founder of Let’s Go Washington, joins me to talk about the citizen initiatives challenging Olympia, the pressure keeping people quiet, and why Washington’s battles should matter to families everywhere. If you’re frustrated with the direction of your state, this conversation is your reminder that sitting out won’t change it. Connect with Brian Heywood: Learn more about Let’s Go Washington, explore the initiatives, and sign up for updates at LetsGoWashington.com. Sponsor: BJU Press Homeschool offers academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview, with textbooks, video courses, and tools to help you teach with confidence. Explore your options at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Content warning: This conversation covers mature topics and is not suitable for young children. Pornography is never harmless—and bringing it into your marriage comes at a cost. Joshua Broome joins me for part two of our conversation to expose the lies surrounding pornography, the exploitation behind the screen, and the damage it does to intimacy. We’re also talking about the conversations parents can’t afford to avoid and why freedom begins with bringing what’s hidden into the light. God’s design for marriage is worth protecting, and through Christ, there is hope for healing. SponsorAngel Studios: Support movies with a meaningful message and explore Angel Guild membership at angel.com/Heidi. Connect with Joshua: Find his book, resources, and speaking information at joshuabroome.me.Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Content warning: This conversation covers mature topics and is not suitable for young children. What happens when everything you thought would make you feel worthy leaves you more broken than before? Joshua Broome joins me to share how childhood rejection and a desperate search for approval led him into the pornography industry—and how Jesus changed everything. We’re talking honestly about the destruction behind the screen, the lies that keep people trapped in shame, and the freedom found in Christ. If you’ve ever wondered whether your past puts you beyond God’s reach, this conversation is for you. Connect with Joshua: joshuabroome.me SponsorBob Jones University: Explore a college education rooted in a biblical worldview. Plan your campus visit at bju.edu/visit. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

You’ve sent in questions about your water, and today Corey from Sentry H2O is back to help me answer them. Is the filter in your refrigerator enough? What if a whole-house system isn’t in your budget? We’re also talking about homeschooling with ADHD, grieving the end of your childbearing years, Angel Studios, and what to do when your husband’s parents seem to come first. Sponsors: Sentry H2O — Find water filtration options for your family at SentryH2O.com/Heidi and use my link for a discount. BJU Press Homeschool — Explore curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Those unfamiliar names on your ballot matter more than you might think. Today, I’m talking about judges, parental rights, and why we need to look beyond campaign promises to see what candidates actually stand for. You guys, voting is stewardship. Let’s do our homework and pay attention to the whole ballot. Sponsor: Angel StudiosLearn more about the Angel Guild and support stories with a message that matters at angel.com/Heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Every October, this question lands in my inbox—and my answer might surprise you. Today, I’m sharing some family stories, opening Scripture, and talking honestly about how we approach this season. If you’re a parent trying to decide where to draw the line, this conversation is for you. BJU Press Homeschool: Academically strong curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. Explore textbooks, video courses, and planning tools at BJUPressHomeschool.com. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

On October 15, a 16-year-old opened fire in a special-needs classroom at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher. An armed father stepped in and stopped him within minutes. Oregon already has strict gun laws, but more restrictions won’t fix a heart issue. Today, I’m talking about this heartbreaking tragedy, what it will take to address the evil behind it, and why the people we elect this November matter more than ever. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Religious freedom is worth defending—but can it be used to justify killing an unborn child? Joseph Backholm joins me to tackle public executions, abortion, and boys competing in girls’ sports. How do we pursue justice while honoring human dignity? And how much evil are we willing to tolerate just to stay comfortable? These are biblical issues, and Christians cannot afford to sit them out. Sponsor: Angel Studios — Explore Angel Guild Premium membership and get two tickets to the upcoming Christmas musical mentioned in today’s episode at angel.com/heidi. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

AI can deceive, mislead, and be misused. Does that mean Christians should avoid it? Today I’m sharing why I use AI and why you should never outsource your discernment. I’m also answering your questions about homeschooling while working full time, intimacy and birth control in marriage, church burnout, and helping your child understand that salvation rests on the finished work of Christ. Sponsor: Angel Studios — Become an Angel Guild premium member and get two tickets to their new musical, coming to theaters November 6. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | http://heidistjohn.com Support the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast   Instagram | @‌heidistjohn Facebook | Heidi St. John X | @‌heidistjohn Faith That Speaks Online Community Submit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday