The Heidi St. John Podcast

I think we all want our children to be strong kids, but do we really stop and think about how our daily decisions affect their future? There's a reason the millennials are called the snowflake generation. Is that what we want for our own kids? Today we're talking about whining, facing fears, letting our kids be challenged and more! Join Heidi and Durenda as they talk about what they've learned in their effort to raise strong kids for the Lord.

I think we all want our children to be strong kids, but do we really stop and think about how our daily decisions affect their future? There’s a reason the millennials are called the snowflake generation.  Is that what we want for our own kids? Today we’re talking about whining, facing fears, letting our kids be challenged and more!  Join Heidi and Durenda as they talk about what they’ve learned in their efforts to raise strong kids for the Lord.

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Resources

Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World by Kristen Welch -“But everyone else has it.” “If you loved me, you’d get it for me!” When you hear these comments from your kids, it can be tough not to cave. You love your children―don’t you want them to be happy and to fit in?

Kristen Welch knows firsthand it’s not that easy. In fact, she’s found out that when you say yes too often, it’s not only hard on your peace of mind and your wallet―it actually puts your kids at long-term risk. InRaising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World, Kristen shares the ups and downs in her own family’s journey of discovering why it’s healthiest not to give their kids everything. Teaching them the difference between “want” and “need” is the first step in the right direction. With many practical tips and anecdotes, she shares how to say the ultimate yes as a family by bringing up faith-filled kids who will love God, serve others, and grow into hardworking, fulfilled, and successful adults.

It’s never too late to raise grateful kids. Get ready to cultivate a spirit of genuine appreciation and create a Jesus-centered home in which your kids don’t just say―but mean!―“thank you” for everything they have.

The Entitlement Cure by John Townsend – Today we live in a culture that says, ‘Life should be easy and work well.’ This attitude, called entitlement, influences our most important institutions: family, business, church, and government. Its devastating effects contribute to relational problems, work ethic issues, and emotional struggles. It comes down to this: People are not getting to where they want to go, because they don’t know how to do life the hard way. Entitlement keeps them from tackling challenges and finding success. But whether readers are struggling with their own sense of entitlement or dealing with someone who acts entitled, The Entitlement Cure will equip them to turn away from a life of mediocrity to a life of engagement, satisfaction, and joy.

Boundaries books by Henry Cloud – Having clear boundaries is essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. A boundary is a personal property line that marks those things for which we are responsible. In other words, boundaries define who we are and who we are not. Boundaries impact all areas of our lives: Physical boundaries help us determine who may touch us and under what circumstances — Mental boundaries give us the freedom to have our own thoughts and opinions — Emotional boundaries help us to deal with our own emotions and disengage from the harmful, manipulative emotions of others — Spiritual boundaries help us to distinguish God’s will from our own and give us renewed awe for our Creator — Often, Christians focus so much on being loving and unselfish that they forget their own limits and limitations…

 

Every life is valued and every child was uniquely created by God and for God's glory. Children are a blessing, however the Lord gives them to us! Our culture does not celebrate life, but our Creator does!

Every life is valued and every child was uniquely created by God and for God’s glory. Children are a blessing, however the Lord gives them to us!  Our culture does not celebrate life, but our Creator does!

Referenced in the Podcast

We Never Thought we Would Have a Big Family – It’s been a few years since we imagined our life from the inside of our little white house. I never planned to have a big family, but love changed my mind. Love does that. Love finds bins on sale. Love makes you strong.  Love changes your perspective. It helps you see past what’s temporary to what’s lasting.

James 1:27

Jeremiah 22:16

The Unhurried Homeschooler – Homeschooling is a wonderful, worthwhile pursuit, but many homeschool parents struggle with feelings of burnout and frustration. If you have ever felt this way, you’re not alone! Most of us need to be reminded of the “why” of homeschooling from time to time—but “The Unhurried Homeschooler” takes parents a step further and lifts the unnecessary burdens that many parents place on themselves. Drawing on twenty years of homeschooling her eight children, Durenda Wilson gently reminds parents about the things that really matter, as she offers a clear portrait of what a life-giving home life can be during the homeschooling years. Reading “The Unhurried Homeschooler” is like having coffee with a trusted friend. You’ll be encouraged as you learn to do what God has put before you. This book will lighten your load while helping you learn how to raise life long learners and ENJOY the homeschool years with your kids.

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This season is full of opportunities to celebrate Jesus! But we can go overboard on the wrong things and end up with a season of "hollerdays" instead of holidays. Join us for a lighthearted list of ways to steal your joy this Christmas season!

This season is full of opportunities to celebrate Jesus!  But we can go overboard on the wrong things and end up with a season of “hollerdays” instead of holidays.  Join us for a lighthearted list of ways to steal your joy this Christmas season!

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The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons can be filled with lots of family and friends, which means it can also be filled with drama. But you can learn to avoid it, and we're going to tell you how today!

The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons can be filled with lots of family and friends, which means it can also be filled with drama.  But you can learn to avoid it, and we’re going to tell you how today!

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Be a No Drama Mama – Are you someone who enjoys drama or joins in conflict that doesn’t concern you? Sometimes it can be entertaining to feed someone else’s drama, but it’s not what the Lord wants of us. Wise women make a choice to be “No Drama Mamas” in their relationships, and we’re talking about some practical tips to do just that today!

Family drama can be avoided! Practical tips included here – There is a lot of drama, especially surrounding the holiday season.  But there are ways you can learn to avoid it, and in fact, that’s exactly what the Bible tells us to do!

 

There really are are grinches among us, and they want to steal the focused celebration of Christmas. They want us to celebrate a collaboration of all holidays that include everyone (except those who actually want to celebrate CHRISTmas, interestingly enough). But in doing so, they're robbing us of the celebration and identity in celebrating our own holiday! Join Heidi and Durenda today as we talk about these Grinches and how we can fight to celebrate one of the two holidays that really are the foundation of our faith.

There really are are grinches among us, and they want to steal the focused celebration of Christmas.  They want us to celebrate a collaboration of all holidays that include everyone (except those who actually want to celebrate CHRISTmas, interestingly enough).  But in doing so, they’re robbing us of the celebration and identity in celebrating our own holiday! Join Heidi and Durenda today as we talk about these Grinches and how we can fight to celebrate one of the two holidays that really are the foundation of our faith.

Articles Referenced

“‘Merry Christmas’ To All!” by Dennis Prager

“Saying “Merry Christmas’ is Very Important” by Dennis Prager

 

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Goodnight, Manger – Goodnight, Manger, written by Laura Sassi and illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist Jane Chapman, tells the story of Mary and Joseph as they try to lull Jesus to sleep in the noisy stable after his birth. It’s bedtime for Baby Jesus, but who knew a manger could be so loud? Mama, Papa, and all of the animals try to lull the baby to sleep, but between itchy hay, angels’ joyful hosannas, and three kings bearing noisy gifts, it’s just too loud. Until Mama finds a way for everyone to work together to shepherd Baby into peaceful dreams under the twinkling stars. With sweet, rhyming text in the style of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site, Goodnight, Manger offers a unique twist on the classic manger tale, deftly weaving together the comforting and familiar routines of bedtime with the special magic and wonder of the manger story.