The lockdown of the last few years affected all of us in one way or another. Emily Colson and her son Max, who has autism, were stripped of outside community and the team who helped them. Desperate to find things for Max to do, Emily cleared the dining room table, got out all the paints, and let Max play with the colors. What happened after that has surprised everyone. Join us as we hear Emily and Max’s journey of how God has loved and led them through this all. Heart by Max with The Colson Cent...
Apr 05, 2023•50 min
Description: Is it OK to doubt? Is there a difference between healthy and unhealthy doubt? Our guest today, Stacie Johnson, knows what it’s like to wrestle with doubts and develop a stronger faith along the way. She walks us through her seasons of doubt and shows us how God used these seasons to “thicken” her faith and reveal areas where she needed to grow. She also talks about the important distinction between knowing about God and truly knowing and living a life shaped by God. Stacie’s Website...
Mar 29, 2023•49 min
Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager were already friends when they realized their different beliefs about race and culture. They had many long, heated conversations over the course of months and years—but then something changed. Join us as they share what they learned and help us to think about topics like race and justice. If the Strong Women podcast has made a difference for you—in your view of God, His world, His purpose for you as a woman—or anything else, we want to hear from you! Visit cols...
Mar 22, 2023•38 min
How has dating changed? How should we view it? Lisa Anderson runs Boundless at Focus on The Family, a ministry that helps young adults to thrive in adulthood. Lisa shares insights and wisdom on the topic of dating that help us as well as the people in our lives who are in dating relationships. If the Strong Women podcast has made a difference for you—in your view of God, His world, His purpose for you as a woman—or anything else, we want to hear from you! Visit colsoncenter.org/sw-listeners to l...
Mar 15, 2023•28 min
Singleness is something that the Bible calls good, but do we really believe that? Is singleness just the stage of life before we “settle down”? Lisa Anderson is a Christian single woman who runs Boundless at Focus on The Family, a ministry that helps young adults to thrive in adulthood. Lisa shares her story and then helps us to think about singleness in the way the Bible describes it, not the way the culture around us—or even possibly how our local church culture—has influenced us to see it. Bo...
Mar 08, 2023•32 min
India is ranked 10th on the World Watch List of countries where Christians face the most persecution—but there is a strong woman living faithfully in the midst of it all. Do you ever wonder what you would do in the face of the toughest persecution? Tehmina Arora has asked herself the same question and seen first-hand what people of faith do: They stand. Today, she shares her journey to God and how He invited her to view the suffering around her with His heart, compassion, and justice. During thi...
Mar 03, 2023•23 min
India is ranked 10th on the World Watch List of countries where Christians face the most persecution—but there is a strong woman living faithfully in the midst of it all. Do you ever wonder what you would do in the face of the toughest persecution? Tehmina Arora has asked herself the same question and seen first-hand what people of faith do: They stand. Today, she shares her journey to God and how He invited her to view the suffering around her with His heart, compassion, and justice. During thi...
Mar 01, 2023•35 min
Lauren Green McAfee was raised in a Christian home. She is the granddaughter of the founder of Hobby Lobby, and daughter of Steve Green, the founder of the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. The mother of two children, Lauren found out just one month after their elder child, Zion, was adopted that she had cancer. She shares with us how waiting, longing, and suffering drove her deeper into Scripture and into a more intimate relationship with God. Register for the Strong Women Lent Reading Ch...
Feb 22, 2023•53 min
Sarah Zylstra answers our listeners' questions about Social Media. Register for the Strong Women Lent Reading Challenge! Visit colsoncenter.org/lent for more information. We hope you join us! Social Sanity in an Insta World by Sarah Zylstra Scrolling Alone: How Instagram Is Making a Generation of Girls Lonely, Anxious, and Sad podcast episode Sarah Zylstra’s articles on The Gospel Coalition website Tech Wise Family by Andy Crouch Social Sanity Book Club Chapter 9: Posting Well S2 16: Answering L...
Feb 17, 2023•30 min
So many of us have been swept up into social media without asking, “Why am I using this? What is this for?” Sarah Zylstra has thought deeply about these questions. She joins us today to share her journey and struggles and tell us why she decided to give up social media altogether. Sarah is a wife, mom, author, and Senior Writer at The Gospel Coalition. Register for the Strong Women Lent Reading Challenge! Visit colsoncenter.org/lent for more information. We hope you join us! Social Sanity in an ...
Feb 15, 2023•47 min
Valerie Huber takes notice of what is in front of her, no matter how small, and uses her gifts and resources to make a difference in the lives around her. This way of seeing and living has fueled Valerie’s life of service, from serving lunch to the teachers at her kids' school, to working in the Department of Health and Human Services, and to founding the Institute for Women’s Health. Institute for Women’s Health Target Africa: Ideological Neocolonialism in the Twenty-First Century by Obianuju E...
Feb 08, 2023•51 min
Erin and Sarah reflect on their interview with Erika Bachiochi about the beginnings of the Women’s Rights Movement and how the original vision of the movement was rooted in the primary purpose of human freedom: the development of virtue. The Christian worldview offers the most beautiful picture of what it means to be a woman, and gives a foundation for rights that cannot be found anywhere else. The Rights of Women: Reclaiming a Lost Vision by Erika Bachiochi Strong Women Podcast: S2 3: The Journ...
Feb 03, 2023•18 min
Erika Bachiochi returns to the Strong Women Podcast to teach us about a woman in history that many of us have never heard of but certainly should know about: Mary Wollstonecraft. Mary was a writer and champion for women’s rights. This fascinating discussion will leave you wanting to learn more about this incredible woman who fought for rights that so many of us now take for granted. Strong Women Podcast: S2 3: The Journey of a Woman's Right to Abortion with Erika Bachiochi Abigail Adams Institut...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Mandy Birch and how the differences that we find between men and women and person to person are part of God’s good design. S3 2: Developing Resiliency in Yourself and Others With Dr. Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast 48. Adversity Is Part of Our Grooming With Tammie Jo Shults Strong Women Podcast Colson Fellows Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for th...
Jan 27, 2023•21 min
Listener Mandy Birch served in the military as an engineer for 30 years and now works in quantum computing, fields typically thought of as masculine. God has used Mandy’s love of adventure and doing the hard things to show her how to overcome obstacles, extend charity to others, learn to make allies, and embrace her own limits. Join Erin and Sarah as they talk with Mandy, whose story demonstrates that God’s design is big enough to encompass different giftings and callings. 48. Adversity Is Part ...
Jan 25, 2023•1 hr 2 min
After talking with Jeanne Mancini, president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, Sarah and Erin reflect on the pro-life movement and ways to be involved. March for Life Strong Women Pro-Life Episodes Spotify Playlist Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC , https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc , https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/ Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pu...
Jan 20, 2023•23 min
Jeanne Mancini, president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, joins Sarah and Erin to talk about the strategy for the pro-life organization since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Jeanne shares her personal journey of faith and how she got involved in the pro-life cause. She also shares about the founder of the March for Life and what we can do to stay involved in the protection of the preborn. March for Life Family Research Council Project Rachel Silent No More Strong Wome...
Jan 18, 2023•36 min
In our last episode, we talked with Dr. Kathy Koch about how to form resiliency in ourselves and our kids. Today, Sarah and Erin reflect further on how to practically start forming this character quality in our lives. Celebrate Kids Raising Resilient Kids: Help Them Embrace Life with Confidence by Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast 67. How Am I Smart? A Facebook Live Conversation with Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast 5. Seeing and Knowing Yourself and Others with Kathy Koch "Always Good” Song by And...
Jan 13, 2023•21 min
Podcast favorite Dr. Kathy Koch is back to talk about the importance of resiliency. Kathy shares how we can be mentors and parents that foster resiliency. This practical episode will inspire you to become a more resilient person while giving you tools to help you mentor others to do the same. Celebrate Kids 8 Great Smarts: Discover and Nurture Your Child’s Intelligences by Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast 67. How Am I Smart? A Facebook Live Conversation with Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast 5. See...
Jan 11, 2023•51 min
How can we use our habits to bring about change in our lives? Sarah and Erin discuss how the decisions we make shape our character and how we can implement habits to make a difference in our sphere of influence. As we head into the new year, we encourage you to think about how you can use little decisions to create spiritual change. A Spacious Life by Ashley Hales You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit by James K.A. Smith Charlotte Mason Homeschool Series: Vol. I Home Education by C...
Jan 06, 2023•24 min
The constant noise of our culture often distracts us from developing spiritual habits. The start of a new year is a great time to reevaluate our spiritual lives and how we’re incorporating godly habits into our day-to-day lives. Join Sarah and Erin as they speak with Ashley Hales about her book A Spacious Life on the importance of a rhythm of rest. A Spacious Life by Ashley Hales Ashley Hales Website Finding Holy Podcast with Ashley Hales You Are What You Love by James K. Smith City of God by St...
Jan 04, 2023•41 min
In this special Best of Strong Women, the CEO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Cheryl Bachelder shares her thoughts on leading well in the business world, servant leadership, and making life decisions that foster selflessness. Dare to Serve by Cheryl Bachelder Women CEOs Speak Work Matters Website Love and Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs Life Without Lack Dallas Willard Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund Daring Greatly by Brene Brown Rising Strong by Brene Brown Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown...
Dec 30, 2022•51 min
Have you ever wondered if you are truly seen? You will want to listen in as we revisit our conversation with apologist Jo Vitale to talk about perceptions of women in the Old Testament and Jesus’ radical love and concern for women. You don’t want to miss this life-changing conversation! Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies by Hillary Morgan Ferrer The Unbelievable Podcast with Justin Brierley The Bible Project Podcast Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which...
Dec 28, 2022•47 min
During this Christmas season, Sarah and Erin reflect on Mary, the mother of Jesus, and what they learned about this amazing disciple from talking with Dr. Tim Ralston. Vindicating the Vixens by Sandra Glahn Strong Women Episode 23 with Sandra Glahn Jesus Through the Eyes of Women by Rebecca McLaughlin Strong Women Podcast S2 46: Seeing Women Through the Eyes of Jesus with Rebecca McLaughlin Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodne...
Dec 23, 2022•18 min
In this special Best of Strong Women, we are resharing when we talked to Dr. Tim Ralston of Dallas Theological Seminary about the Mother of Jesus! Mary has a center role in the story of Jesus’ birth, life, and death. But what do we know about her character and perspective as she mothered Him from womb to death on the cross? Was Mary a helicopter mom? Join our conversation with Dr. Tim for a glimpse into the life of Mary. Vindicating the Vixens by Sandra Glahn Strong Women Episode 23 with Sandra ...
Dec 21, 2022•43 min
In reflection on their conversation with Jean Daly, Sarah and Erin share about how we can be quick to judge others until we’re in relationship with them, but we should instead accept God’s gift of repentance and be curious about their stories.
Dec 16, 2022•17 min
Jean Daly is passionate about helping children in need through foster care and equine-assisted learning. Today, we learn about how God called Jean to Himself, about her view of femininity growing up, and how she and her husband, Jim, became involved in foster care. Jean’s love for others will leave you inspired. Flying Horse Foundation Focus on the Family The Language of God by Dr. Francis Collins The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Person of Interest by J. Warren Wallace Cold Case C...
Dec 14, 2022•42 min
Join Sarah and Erin as they chat about Emily Long’s episode and the courage it takes to stand against the culture. Breakpoint: The Right to School Transparency Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC , https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc , https://www.instagram.com/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 o...
Dec 09, 2022•21 min
Emily Long felt called to action in her local public school when she noticed that the dress code had been changed. While that didn’t seem like an issue at first, she felt compelled to ask questions of the school board and discovered that several things needed to be addressed around issues of gender and that others were concerned, too. Even though it cost her greatly, Emily showed great courage in taking a stand and inspires us to rise to the occasions God puts before us. The Strong Women Podcast...
Dec 07, 2022•48 min
Advent is one of our favorite times of year, and we can’t wait to share our thoughts about our conversation with Jessica Hooten Wilson. Listen in as we discuss what we learn about Advent from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. The Scandal of Holiness by Jessica Hooten Wilson Giving the Devil His Due by Jessica Hooten Wilson The Strong Women Podcast 80. The Scandal of Flannery O'Connor and the Power of Stories with Jessica Hooten Wilson The Bible Project: Creation Series She Reads Truth: Adven...
Dec 02, 2022•24 min
