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Misty Phillip sits down with Heidi St. John at the Believer’s Summit, the Turning Point Faith event, for an insightful and passionate conversation on Homeschooling & Political Engagement. Both women are veteran homeschool moms with a passion to stand up, and make a difference in their homes, communities, and in the world.

As a bestselling author and speaker, Heidi St. John has been speaking on marriage, family and cultural issues for over 15 years.

Heidi St. John

Heidi St. John is a passionate advocate for homeschooling and political activism. With over 30 years of experience, she knows the importance of teaching history from a biblical perspective and empowering mothers to take control of their children’s education. Heidi and her husband initially made the unconventional decision to homeschool their children, and it has proven to be successful as they have raised well-rounded individuals. She encourages mothers to not be overwhelmed by the issues of the world but to be proactive and involved in shaping the future for their families. Heidi St. John is an inspiration to many as she continues to sound the alarm for the importance of homeschooling and being politically active.

Homeschooling & Political Engagement

Heidi, an advocate for homeschooling and political engagement, shares her perspectives on the urgency for Christians to stand up for their beliefs in today’s society. She emphasizes the importance of pulling children out of schools that may be harming them and the need for the church to address issues that impact children. Heidi also discusses the significance of being politically active and resourceful, highlighting the role of homeschooling in shaping children’s understanding of history and values. Furthermore, she encourages mothers to prioritize their families and emphasizes the preciousness of family and faith. This conversation sparks thought-provoking insights and practical advice for listeners seeking to make a difference in their communities and homes.

Key Takeaways

During the podcast, Misty and Heidi touch on topics such as the moral root of political issues, the impact on children, and the role of the church in shaping national policies. As the country faces an inflection point, they emphasize the need for active engagement and the importance of bringing God back into politics.

Stand up for Family and Faith

Heidi emphasized the importance of standing up for family values and faith in a world that often undermines their significance. She highlighted the preciousness of family and the need to refocus on what truly matters in life.

 Empowering Moms and Families

• Challenging the lies of the feminist movement
• The value and preciousness of family and children
• Encouragement for young women to prioritize family
• Focus on loving and showing up for the people in one’s life

Engage in Political Activism

We delved into the critical role of Christians in engaging in political conversations and shaping policies that align with foundational values. Heidi emphasized the need for the church to speak out about issues affecting children and the nation as a whole.

The Role of the Church in Politics

• The responsibility of Christians to engage in political conversations
• Bringing Bibles and ballots to church for voting
• The impact of politics on shaping the nation
• The need to bring God back into politics
• The correlation between politics, policy, and the nation’s values

Prioritize Homeschooling

With over 25 years of passion for homeschooling, Heidi stressed the role of Christians in taking control of their children’s education, citing that traditional schools can often be detrimental to children’s well-being.

Standing Up for Our Children and Education

• Passion for home education
• Impact of education system on children’s well-being
• Call for Christians to speak out about issues targeting children
• Importance of the church engaging in conversations and taking action
• The moral roots of political issues
• The need to pull kids out of harmful schools

Homeschooling and History Education

• Unique perspective gained from homeschooling
• Reading and teaching history from a biblical perspective
• The importance of understanding history to avoid repeating mistakes
• Personal experience of homeschooling and its outcomes

It’s time to tune in to this thought-provoking episode with Heidi St. John and Misty Phillip. Listen as they discuss the critical need for Christians to stand up and take action in today’s world. Don’t miss out on this empowering conversation. Hit play and be inspired to make a difference in your community, family, and faith.