The Busy Mom

We are now at this terrible place where young adults don't see their gender and sex the same. 90% of young people with gender insecurity have some trauma in their past and have been exploited by those who should be helping. It's our job to acknowledge what the Bible says and refuse to participate in this cruel cultural lie. Don't miss this discussion with my friend Dr. Jeff Myers. SHOW NOETES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

I'm no stranger to having my voice quieted on social media platforms, but the threat to our freedoms goes far beyond that. There are people standing on the gap in the Christian media realm to help us keep our constitutional right to free speech, and we can all help. Listen in to see what you can do to help. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Less than 24% of American churchgoers hold to the inerrant authority of the Bible, and the stats for pastors are almost as bleak. We have seen progressive Christianity tear at the fabric of the American church, and it's becoming more and more difficult to find a church where we want to take our families. Lucas Miles is a leading voice in the cultural discussion on theology, politics, and culture. You won't want to miss this discussion! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

America can learn from Israel's successes and its mistakes. Israel was established as a socialist country by secular Zonists, and the homegrown leftist secular radicals in the United States are very similar as we saw during the George Floyd riots. David Rubin has personal experience as he and his son were both wounded in a terrorist attack, and out of that trauma he founded The Shiloh Israel Children's Fund which combines therapy with education to help children heal emotionally from trauma. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

What's the difference between a discernment issue and a sin issue? It matters that we know the difference and do not twist scripture as we try to steer our friends in cultural topics. At the end of the day, we may land in different places, but we can still get along. As we're talking about homeschooling, check out LearnAtHome.Today (not .com) as a great resource for all things homeschooling on my site. During Happy Hour I'm answering your VIP questions and comparing modern worship songs and hymns. I have favorites of both! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Dr. Mark Sherwood is giving us the scoop on a really popular unnamed product and helping us learn the difference in good quality supplements. We're also hitting colonoscopy alternatives, help for spider veins, suggestions for detoxing from a common practice your pediatrician is always talking about (another one we aren't naming), migraines in my 16year old daughter, teens who don't want healthy food, and more!Happy Hour brings us Dr. Mark's take on sunscreens: are they good or not? SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

We're defining the terms that are thrown around in the mainstream medical discussion about vaccines. “Effective” doesn't mean what you think, nor does “safe.” Everyone needs to hear this information from Dr. Sherri Tenpenny as your parental rights are at stake and the future health of your children requires it. Happy Hour is full of early life stories of Dr. Tenpenny as she shares her experience of learning to hear God's voice in her life. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Retail giant Target has a new line of pro-LGBTQ clothing for children—even for infants—because you never know when your baby will decide to be trans. With more and more companies putting their woke ideology into their advertising and merchandise, it's decision time. As June approaches, this will only get worse. What is Target, Bud Light, Ulta and KitchenAid doing with your money? Pushing the things that are destroying America, that's what. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

The relationship we have with our earthly fathers shapes our view of God the Father. Many fathers feel inadequate to lead and disciple their families, and their wives aren't sure how to encourage or help them lead. It turns into a vicious cycle that doesn't often end in a great family dynamic. Alex Kendrick speaks to the practice of discipleship and how it affects people in our homes. Happy Hour: What to do when my daughter's boyfriend isn't good enough for her? And more family stories. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Martyn Iles, an Australian attorney, commentator and preacher, former CEO of Australian Christian Lobby and cofounder of Human Rights Law Alliance knows what it's like to stand for righteousness in the midst of a dark culture. This Anti-God movement targeting our young people is an attack on God, and it's reversing the worldview of these children. The next generation has some unique questions in this current culture, and they need us to give them hope. Martyn has some practical answers you won't want to miss.SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

I'm with my friend Ken Ham today and we're talking through the most common questions he gets at the Creation Museum. Genesis matters as the foundation of the Word of God. Happy Hour is full of Ken's funny family stories, including Australian slang and the surprise home birth of their eldest child! | ⁠SHOW NOTES⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

"How can I encourage a person who has lost an unsaved friend or relative?" Today on the podcast, I'll be answering this and several other listener questions. Happy Hour: Hillsong, Bethel and the Modern Worship Movement. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

A jury has found Trump guilty of battery and defamation. The question is: was the trial, which was based in New York, ever going to be fair? Trump will appeal the decision, of course, but questions about justice in America remain. Whether you love Trump or are skeptical of him—we should all want a "blind" system of justice in the United States. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

We're talking about childhood anxiety, iodine levels, perimenopausal symptoms, brain fog, postpartum depression, and more. There is so much in the natural health world to help with all of these things. Don't miss it! During Happy Hour we're talking about how we do homeschool graduations in our family! We have our 6th graduation coming up, and we've learned a lot over the years. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Martyn Iles, an Australian attorney, commentator and preacher, former CEO of Australian Christian Lobby and cofounder of Human Rights Law Alliance knows what it's like to stand for righteousness in the midst of a dark culture. This Anti-God movement targeting our young people is an attack on God, and it's reversing the worldview of these children. The next generation has some unique questions in this current culture, and they need us to give them hope. Martyn has some practical answers you won't want to miss. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

A new poll suggests that Gen Z is worried about Biden's mental acumen, and they are not alone. As we face danger on multiple fronts, the 2024 elections are beginning to come into focus. What's our role now? It's to ASK QUESTIONS and pray for courage and wisdom. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Transgenderism is a based on a lie in the pool, the doctor's office, and the legislature, and the left continues to tell us we are the ones harming children. Let's listen to a few clips of the current conversation and see how they align with the Word of God. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

There's a lot of chatter in the wellness community about the necessity, helpfulness, and risk of mammograms. Noelle Hounshell joins me today to talk about thermography and how it can fit into your wellness care. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

My friend Zan Tyler said to the Lord, “I told you this was not a good idea,” back in 1984 when she had to go to court to homeschool her son. A family friend who was an attorney threatened to put her in jail if she continued on her path to homeschool! If there is anyone who knows what's at stake as we usher in school choice programs, it's my friend Zan. She stayed for Happy Hour and shared an inside look at their 45 years of marriage. It's such a sweet story! ⁠SHOW NOTES⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

What's the deal with collagen? | Is testosterone supplementation safe? | My teen is moody. How can I help him? | I have 14 lb babies and am afraid to have another one. | Pre and post workout suggestions? | And more! During Happy Hour with Heidi, Dr. Mark is teaching us about intermittent fasting - how to start, what body processes are in play, and some practical tips to be successful. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

I'm with my friend Ken Ham today and we're talking through the most common questions he gets at the Creation Museum. Genesis matters as the foundation of the Word of God. Happy Hour is full of Ken's funny family stories, including Australian slang and the surprise home birth of their eldest child! | SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

I'm hitting several parenting questions about teens and others that have a similar root: my husband and I disagree. How do we settle our disagreement? The marriage is the primary relationship in our home, so it's critical that we figure out how to handle parenting disagreements. During the exclusive Happy Hour with Heidi, I'm sharing practical reminders to help finish the school year well. We can do this! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

There is a difference between a homemaker and a housewife. It is a privilege to be able to be the keeper of the heart of the home. This is anything but a shameful role, yet our culture has bought into the lie that it is a waste of a woman's time and brain. Join me as I talk about what it really means to be a homemaker and whether or not I can add other responsibilities to my plate. Let's see what the Bible says about the role of women in the home. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Movies, television, and novels falsely represent dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like, setting our young women up for difficulty and disappointment as the illusion dissolves. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas a young woman needs to address in preparing for marriage. If you have influence in the life of young women, listen in for this excellent resource. During Happy Hour with Heidi, Robin and Tricia share stories that feel like disappointments but turn into visible fingerprints of God. We also visit about how we all started writing. Don't miss it! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

There is a very big difference between the two, and teachers have a limited jurisdiction in the training of our students. But it is plain to see they are overstepping all over the country. Listen in, and let's talk about what these words mean and how they should pan out in our schools. In our Happy Hour with Heidi, let's talk about what we share with our own children as we talk about our personal walk with the Lord. NOTES: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/difference-education-indoctrination --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

A recent survey of American children and their parents revealed that 75% of the children who experience gender dysphoria were female, while just 25% were male. Our girls are under attack, and we must proactively address this with our daughters. During Happy Hour with Heidi Patti is sharing some of her hardships and mistakes in life and the shame that came with them. But we're not stopping there, because the Lord is the God of Redemption!​ NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Washington state bill SB5599 says that a child as young as 13 can leave your home and receive gender altering treatment without parental permission. ACTION for Washington State: Call 360-902-4111, press 2, and tell Governor Inslee not to sign this atrocious bill. I'm also touching on the specifics of how some school choice programs work. Every state is different, but we can all learn from each other. During the Extended Happy Hour with Heidi I'm answering your VIP questions and talking about what we can do to stand up against government overreach. NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

In a culture that's fixated on outward appearance, many young girls are left feeling like they don't measure up to ever-changing ideas about beauty. As Christians, we know that God looks at the heart—but is beauty also important? Is it okay to want to look and feel our best? Join me as the founder and formulator of PureAnada Cosmetics joins me to discuss. FREE GIFT for podcast subscribers! Sign up here (link) Extended Podcast: Business Owner Candace Grenier joins me to continue our talk about work/life/homeschool balance. ● Pure Anada is a family business - what are some benefits andchallenges to this dynamic? ● Practically - how do you manage to homeschool your children andbuild a business at the same time? NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Looking for a makeup company that isn't woke? Today, Candace Grenier, founder of PureAnada Beauty joins me to talk about the beauty industry, what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's economy, and how true beauty reflects the heart of our Creator. FREE GIFT for podcast subscribers! Sign up here (link) Extended Podcast: Business Owner Candace Grenier joins me to talk about work/life/homeschool balance. ● Pure Anada is a family business - what are some benefits andchallenges to this dynamic? ● Practically - how do you manage to homeschool your children andbuild a business at the same time? SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

A new Washington state law allows transgender surgeries for minors without parental consent, UN-backed legal recommendation would normalize sex with minors. Boycott Bud Light? Anheuser-Busch's Six Billion Dollar Mistake. Is Trump's time up? During Happy Hour, we'll dive into this and other thought-provoking topics. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Middle school kids will be "required to engage" with all material without parental notification or opportunity to opt out if they see fit. A mom from Montgomery County Maryland is joining me today to talk about what they are doing to reclaim their parental rights in their local schools. During Happy Hour with Heidi I'll share what happened this weekend when I went to speak for an education summit here locally. Join me! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Through her lawsuit against the evil NEA, my friend Rebecca Friedrichs watched the Lord move in their favor time and time again. So much fruit has come from this decision. There is better protection offered than the NEA. If you are a teacher, do not miss this! During the extended Happy Hour with Heidi we'll learn more about what they have to offer teachers and how they can help. Rebecca is so full of passion to help expose the NEA from the inside out! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Rebecca Friedrichs knew something was going on in the teacher's unions, so she became a rep to find out what it was. She quickly learned how evil the NEA was and how they were hijacking the teaching profession to push a communist agenda in our schools.  During our extended podcast, Happy Hour with Heidi, we learn more about Rebecca and what keeps her in the fight. Revelation tells us that cowardice has some serious consequences, and it turns out that's a powerful motivator. Don't miss it! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Hitting the headlines today as we discuss the current fight in the courts over mifepristone, the self managed abortion being touted as “safe.” It is grievous to even think so! I'm also answering a question from our current Bible Study, does God have a gender? SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

It's easy to think that Comprehensive Sex Education is only in the liberal states or cities, but friends, it is infiltrating all of our schools. It matters that we get involved, because the children in schools are our future voters and community members. This is a call to action for Christians! Join me with my friends Jennifer Heine Withe and Sam Sanden as we talk about what we can do to help. SHOW NOTES Get more content when you subscribe to Heidi's Happy Hour! Sam is sharing about his early Christian life in Sweden and his heart for mobilizing the church and Jennifer is sharing her adult life as a belly dancer and how she was blacklisted in that community for standing up for the truth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Join my new friend Siaka Massaquoi and me for our conversation about some of the main problems in the Republican party and the church at large. We have the Holy Spirit in us, and there is so much we can do to make a difference! During Heidi's Happy Hour exclusively for subscribers, Siaka and I are talking about the progression of the culture war and the slow fade we didn't see. But take heart! God's word has all the answers we need. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Dr. Mark is back answering questions from the audience! We're talking about fluoride, migraines, detoxing, and more. Join us! During our first Happy Hour with Heidi exclusive for subscribers, Dr. Mark is sharing how he came to know Jesus and his origin story where the Lord's hand saved his life, and how he met his best friend of all time. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Nationalist, federalist, or globalist? Why are background checks offensive? What's the deal with deliverance ministries? Join me! | SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

By the age of 5 the average American child will see over 100 distortions of gender or sexuality. It is imperative that we share the truth about gender with them before the world does. Listen in as my friend Dale Partridge shares his heart for children and how he is encouraging God given gender roles in his children and community. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Heartbroken moms of adult children are so much more common than you might think. Homosexual lifestyles, liberal ideologies, and more. If that is you, trust me, you are not alone. Today I'm talking about how to interact with our children in these strained situations and still maintain a relationship. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

We must be on our knees in prayer for our country. There are many examples of late where Christians and conservatives are being targeted for the stances they are taking. We need new leadership, but more than that, we desperately need a move of God. That said, it is not a cause for panic. Listen in, I do think you'll be encouraged! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

We're talking about the struggle of whether or not to have more children and how we did unit studies with our kids. Today I'm answering your questions. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Today I'll be announcing an exciting change in the ministry here—and you're invited to join me! We have a lot coming up to advance the gospel and bring encouragement to you from God's Word. Don't miss it! SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Younger generations have been indoctrinated in secular worldviews, and the spiritual battle is raging like never before. Man has become its own god, and the battle will never be won without looking at this foundational issue. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

It can be easy to become discouraged and wonder why God allows so much evil in the world. Thankfully, the Lord has left us the answers in the Bible. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

They/Them. The trans movement is hell-bent on changing the language to fit their deceitful narrative, but did you know that demons refer to themselves with this language? Join me today at the show, and let's talk about why God's people must engage in this battle. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

Suffering and longing can make us feel like God must not be hearing us or maybe doesn't even love us. We are not God, and we don't see this world in the same way He does. Join me today and let's dig into the scripture and talk about how we keep pushing forward when God says no. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

Most kids question things you thought they had a solid grip on, and I have one main rule of engagement for when this happens. Listen in, and be encouraged by this mom of seven who has been there. You are not alone!SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

His son was asked to write a sexual fantasy as a school writing assignment. Ben Edtl woke up during 2020 and has been challenging the status quo ever since. Business owner, active dad, and founder of FREE Oregon joins me today to share his #offthebench stories. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

There is no need to be overwhelmed by homeschooling. There are many methods, and there is definitely one that will suit you! Join me as we talk through the options to see what might suit your family the best. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support

We are living in angry times, and we don't want to live angry lest we produce rotten fruit. But is anger a sin? Let's see what the Bible says. SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/support