

The Strong Women Podcast
Sarah Stonestreet
In our culture, if a woman is said to have strength it usually means she is competing with a man or acting like a man.
What if there is strength in the way God made us, as women?
There is and we recognize it when we see it.
We are excited to introduce you to women who display true strength, not in spite of being women but because of it.
What if there is strength in the way God made us, as women?
There is and we recognize it when we see it.
We are excited to introduce you to women who display true strength, not in spite of being women but because of it.
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Jan 27, 2023 • 21min
How Differences Make Us Better: A Reflection on Our Conversation With Mandy Birch
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 the cause of Christ." Check out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/ The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Jan 25, 2023 • 1h 2min
S3 4: A Woman in a Man's World With Mandy Birch
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 of Our Grooming With Tammie Jo Shults Strong Women Podcast Best of Strong Women Podcast with Cheryl Bachelder "Life Plan" with the Paterson Center Officers Christian Fellowship Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace By John Mark Comber The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America by Margaret O'Mara Bomb Shelter: Love, Time and Other Explosives by Mary Laura Philpott Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things Are Going South By Lisa Gable The Ambassadors By Henry James Mandy's website 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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Jan 20, 2023 • 23min
The March Goes On: A Reflection on Our Conversation With Jeanne Mancini
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, 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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women

Jan 18, 2023 • 36min
S3 3: A Voice for the Unborn With Jeanne Mancini
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 Women Podcast with Lila Rose The Supernatural Ways of Royalty by Kris Vallotton and Bill Johnson Catherine of Siena by Sigrid Undset Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food by Catherine Shanahan The Innocent by David Baldacci 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 out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/ The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women

Jan 13, 2023 • 21min
Forming Resiliency: A Reflection on Our Conversation With Dr. Kathy Koch
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 Andrew Peterson 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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Jan 11, 2023 • 51min
S3 2: Developing Resiliency in Yourself and Others With Dr. Kathy Koch
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. Seeing and Knowing Yourself and Others with Kathy Koch MAVEN Conference Raising Resilient Kids: Help Them Embrace Life with Confidence by Kathy Koch Strong Women Podcast S2 47: Praying and Resting in God's Promises With Pat Stonestreet You're Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God's Design and Why That's Good News by Kelly Kapic 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 out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/ The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women

Jan 6, 2023 • 24min
Small Habits for Spiritual Change: A Reflection on Our Conversation With Ashley Hales
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 Charlotte Mason "A Liturgy for the Ritual of Morning Coffee" Print Come Away From Rush and Hurry Song by Josh Bales Ashley Hales Website Finding Holy Podcast with Ashley Hales Strong Women Podcast: Life-Long Learning with Cindy Rollins 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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Jan 4, 2023 • 41min
S3 1: An Invitation to Rest with Ashley Hales
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. Augustine The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch The Bible Project: Creation Series Hannah Coulter by Wendell Berry The Need to Be Whole by Wendell Berry Pachinko by Min Jin Lee 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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/

Dec 30, 2022 • 51min
Best of Strong Women: Lead Like a Woman With Cheryl Bachelder
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 Dare to Lead by Brene Brown The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown 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 out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/ The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Support the Colson Center today to equip believers with a deep faith that gives clarity and meaning to every part of life. Give now at colsoncenter.org/swbigenough

Dec 28, 2022 • 47min
Best of Strong Women: The God Who Sees Women With Jo Vitale
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 "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 Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them. Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/ Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/ https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/ Support the Colson Center today to equip believers with a deep faith that gives clarity and meaning to every part of life. Give now at colsoncenter.org/swbigenough


