Today we talk with Carl Trueman about his latest book, Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution . In a time where much cultural conversation focuses on gender identity, we often wonder, "How did we get here?" Carl offers insight into how our culture has been formed and what we can do to help bring the beauty of God's design back to our communities. Carl Trueman Show Notes Donate and receive Strange New World by Carl Trueman The Rise and T...
May 18, 2022•43 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part two of their conversation with Debbie Greisen. Debbie Greisen Reflection Show Notes - Part Two Live Not By Lies by Rod Dreher The Strong Women Podcast 41. Faithfulness in Turmoil with Rod Dreher Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for the cause of Christ.” Check out more about Maven here: https...
May 13, 2022•11 min
Our guest today on the podcast is Debbie Greisen. After being raised on the mission field of Hong Kong, she began her journey teaching grade school in Australia, the Marshall Islands, Africa, and the Middle East. Debbie adopted both of her daughters from China while teaching overseas. Upon moving to the United States, Debbie continued teaching in Washington state until her recent retirement. But retirement hasn't slowed Debbie down, and she shares with us about the challenges of engaging the cul...
May 11, 2022•25 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part one of their conversation with Debbie Greisen. Debbie Greisen Reflection Show Notes – Part One The Epic of Gilgamesh The Iliad & The Odyssey by Homer Ten Ways to Destroy the Imagination of Your Child by Anthony Esolen The Strong Women Podcast S2 11: Being Differently Abled with Emma Faye Rudkin Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth,...
May 06, 2022•14 min
Our guest today on the podcast is Debbie Greisen. After being raised on the mission field of Hong Kong, she began her journey teaching grade school in Australia, the Marshall Islands, Africa, and the Middle East. Debbie adopted both of her daughters from China while teaching overseas. Upon moving to the United States, Debbie continued teaching in Washington state until her recent retirement. But retirement hasn't slowed Debbie down, and she shares with us about the challenges of engaging the cul...
May 04, 2022•38 min
GIVEAWAY ALERT!!! How has the Strong Women podcast impacted you? Who is your favorite guest and why? Why do you listen to the Strong Women podcast? We want to hear from you! Record a voice memo on your phone sharing about your experience with the Strong Women podcast and email it to us at strongwomen@colsoncenter.org . The winner will get to listen in on a virtual podcast interview with Sarah, Erin, and a guest and then chat with Sarah and Erin afterward, receive a gift card to Christianbook, an...
May 02, 2022•2 min
Today, we are sharing a Best of Strong Women episode featuring Barronelle Stutzman. We want to re-share this episode with you because Barronelle will be receiving the Wilberforce Award at Wilberforce Weekend in Orlando this May! If you'd like to learn more about the Wilberforce Award and join us at Wilberforce Weekend, go to wilberforceweekend.org . Barronelle Stutzman, owner of Arlene's Flowers, was in the news due to a lawsuit centered on her loving stance about marriage. Barronelle has become...
Apr 29, 2022•30 min
Today, we are sharing a Best of Strong Women episode featuring Virginia Prodan. We want to re-share this episode with you because Virginia will be speaking at Wilberforce Weekend in Orlando this May! If you'd like to learn more from Virginia and join us at Wilberforce Weekend, go to wilberforceweekend.org . What would you do if someone came to assassinate you because you’re a Christian? Virginia Prodan, author of Saving My Assassin , boldly proclaimed the Gospel to the man who came to kill her. ...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Join Sarah and Erin as they answer your questions and reflect on self-care. Answering Listener's Questions on Self-Care with Sarah and Erin Show Notes The Strong Women Podcast 82. Motherhood: A Thousand Tiny Moments to Worship with Emily Jensen Emily Jensen Confessions Saint Augustine Risen Motherhood Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler The Strong Women Podcast 67. How Am I Smart? A Facebook Live Conversation with Kathy Koch The Strong Women Podcast 66. Welcoming the Stranger with Rosaria Champagne Bu...
Apr 22, 2022•43 min
https://wilberforceweekend.org/ Join the Strong Women Team May 13-15 in Orlando, FL for Wilberforce Weekend! We will be doing a live podcast recording with Nancy Guthrie and hosting a listener meetup. Bring a copy of a favorite new or lightly used book to exchange if you have one, or just come and enjoy the company.
Apr 21, 2022•1 min
Jennifer Allen grew into advocacy for those with disabilities after her son Sam was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. With a background in broadcast news and television production, Jennifer shares how God used those skills to help her bring awareness to the topic of autism. She has recently been focusing her energy on public policy and laws to enhance the lives of those living with disabilities. We learn from Jennifer what can be accomplished through a mother's love. Jennifer Allen Show Notes ...
Apr 20, 2022•39 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Rachel Gilson. Rachel Gilson Reflection Show Notes Rachel Gilson’s Website Born Again This Way by Rachel Gilson You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith Norms and Nobility by David Hicks Susanna Wesley: Servant of God by Sandy Dengler Susanna Wesley by Charles Ludwig Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue good...
Apr 15, 2022•24 min
Rachel Gilson, author of Born Again This Way , has experienced same-sex attraction since she was a young woman. After coming to Jesus as a student at Harvard, Rachel shares how she learned to trust and obey God even when it's hard. Rachel also shares how to think well about our desires and submit them to Christ. We learn from Rachel how to approach the topic of homosexuality with thoughtfulness, truth, and compassion. Rachel Gilson Show Notes Rachel Gilson’s Website Born Again This Way by Rachel...
Apr 13, 2022•49 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part two of their conversation with Emily Colson, author of Dancing with Max. Emily Colson Reflection Show Notes - Part Two Emily’s Website Dancing with Max by Emily Colson Heart by Max Card Heart by Max Onesie Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for the cause of Christ.” Check out more about Maven ...
Apr 08, 2022•15 min
Emily Colson, artist and author of Dancing with Max , joins us today on the podcast. Her story is a powerful and engaging testimony of God's faithfulness through the joys and struggles of life. Emily also shares about her dad, Charles Colson, who founded the Colson Center and also about her son, Max, who is diagnosed with autism. Emily Colson Show Notes - Part Two Emily’s Website Dancing with Max by Emily Colson Heart by Max Card Heart by Max Onesie An Antidote to Pandemic Loneliness article by ...
Apr 06, 2022•44 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part one of their conversation with Emily Colson, daughter of Chuck Colson. Emily Colson Reflection Show Notes - Part One The Strong Women Podcast 100th Episode Giveaway! Emily’s Website Dancing with Max by Emily Colson Prison Fellowship Angel Tree Christmas Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for t...
Apr 01, 2022•11 min
Emily Colson, artist and author of Dancing with Max , joins us today on the podcast. Her story is a powerful and engaging testimony of God's faithfulness through the joys and struggles of life. Emily also shares about her dad, Charles Colson, who founded the Colson Center and also about her son, Max, who is diagnosed with autism. Emily Colson Show Notes - Part One The Strong Women Podcast 100th Episode Giveaway! Emily’s Website Dancing with Max by Emily Colson The Colson Center for Christian Wor...
Mar 30, 2022•27 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Emma Faye Rudkin. Emma Faye Rudkin Reflection Show Notes Emma Faye's website Aid the Silent Young Life Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for the cause of Christ.” Check out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/ The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Ce...
Mar 25, 2022•13 min
Emma Faye Rudkin, founder of Aid the Silent, lost her hearing when she was 3 years old. She shares how her relationship with Jesus helped her to overcome the challenges of being deaf and how Aid the Silent comes alongside the deaf community. Emma Faye is a role model of perseverance, hard work, and hope throughout suffering and struggle. Emma Faye Rudkin Show Notes Emma Faye's website Aid the Silent Young Life Passion and Purity by Elisabeth Elliot The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom Join Strong...
Mar 23, 2022•52 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with author Cynthia Heald. Cynthia Heald Reflection Show Notes Cynthia's Website Becoming a Woman of Excellence (30th Anniversary Edition) by Cynthia Heald The Faithful Way by Cynthia Heald Living Wisely by Cynthia Heald Strong Women Podcast 13. Great Struggle, Great Faith with Marie Wood Epic of Gilgamesh Strong Women Podcast 30. A Mentoring Posture with Barbara Masoner The Blue Letter Bible Cradle of Prayer Pray as You Go Lectio 365 Lectio...
Mar 18, 2022•22 min
Cynthia Heald, author of several books for women, has a love for God and His Word that radiates from her. She shares about coming to know Jesus and learning to say, "If it pleases You, Lord, it pleases me." Delighting in mentoring younger women, she shares with them how God and His Word can be trusted even when it doesn't seem to make sense. Cynthia Heald Show Notes Cynthia's Website Becoming a Woman of Excellence (30th Anniversary Edition) by Cynthia Heald The Faithful Way by Cynthia Heald Livi...
Mar 16, 2022•48 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part two of their conversation with Hilary Morgan Ferrer, author of Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality . Hilary Morgan Ferrer Reflection Show Notes – Part Two Mama Bear Apologetics Mama Bear Apologetics Podcast Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies by Hilary Morgan Ferrer Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: Empowering Your Kids to Understand and Live Out God's Design by Hilary Morgan Ferrer Our Bodies Tell God’s Sto...
Mar 11, 2022•21 min
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Mar 10, 2022•58 sec
Hilary Morgan Ferrer, founder of Mama Bear Apologetics and author of Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality , joins us today. Hilary shares her story of feeling called by God at a young age and her involvement in apologetics. She has a heart for equipping moms to guide their children as they wrestle with questions about Christianity and for encouraging women to study and get involved in the field of apologetics. In part two of our conversation with Hilary, we dive into discussing her book on s...
Mar 09, 2022•41 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on part one of their conversation with Hilary Morgan Ferrer, founder of Mama Bear Apologetics. Hilary Morgan Ferrer Reflection Show Notes – Part One: Mama Bear Apologetics Mama Bear Apologetics Podcast Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies by Hilary Morgan Ferrer Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: Empowering Your Kids to Understand and Live Out God's Design by Hilary Morgan Ferrer Summit Ministries Summit Ministries Coupon ...
Mar 04, 2022•20 min
Hilary Morgan Ferrer, founder of Mama Bear Apologetics and author of Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality , joins us today. Hilary shares her story of feeling called by God at a young age and her involvement in apologetics. She has a heart for equipping moms to guide their children as they wrestle with questions about Christianity and for encouraging women to study and get involved in the field of apologetics. In part two of our conversation with Hilary, we dive into discussing her book on s...
Mar 02, 2022•32 min
Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on the Colson Fellows program with Brooke Colon, the Director of the Colson Fellows. The Colson Fellows Reflection with Brooke Colon Show Notes The Colson Fellows The Strong Women Podcast 57: My Amazing Grace Story with Catherine Wheeler The Strong Women Podcast 9: If Not Us, Then Who? with Kristen Waggoner The Strong Women Podcast S2 7: How the Colson Fellows Taught Me to Listen with Melissa Keown How Now Shall We Live? by Chuck Colson Mere Christianity by C.S. ...
Feb 25, 2022•17 min
Sign up for the Strong Women Book Club here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/261345630817 Order Letters to Malcolm here: https://colsoncenter.christianbook.com/letters-to-malcolm-chiefly-on-prayer/c-s-lewis/9780062565471/pd/565472?event=TCG|1015108 Learn more about the Colson Center's Pray with Me campaign: https://www.colsoncenter.org/swpray...
Feb 24, 2022•2 min
Melissa Keown loves history and the outdoors and has a heart for people who are different from her. Melissa is also on the leadership team in the Colorado Springs Colson Fellows Cohort (so she's good friends with Sarah!), and she shares about her experience in the program. When Melissa participated in Colson Fellows, it helped her learn to be a better listener. She also did the program with her daughter, so it was formative for their faith together! Melissa Keown Show Notes The Colson Fellows Ro...
Feb 23, 2022•47 min
Join Sarah and Erin as they reflect on their conversation with Carole Joy Seid, who shared about Ruth Bell Graham and Edith Schaeffer. Our Conversation with Carole Seid Show Notes Carole's Website: https://www.carolejoyseid.com/ Carole’s Podcast Homeschool Made Simple: https://www.carolejoyseid.com/blog-1/categories/homeschool-made-simple-podcast 17. Strong Women of the Past with Carole Joy Seid: https://strongwomen.libsyn.com/17-strong-women-of-the-past-with-carole-joy-seid Prodigals and Those ...
Feb 18, 2022•20 min
