The Strong Women Podcast

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...

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...

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.c...

Jeanne Mancini, president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fun d , 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 f or Life and what we can do to stay involved in the prot...

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 Koc...

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   Str...

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...

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 Hale...

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 Low...

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 Unbeli...

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 McLaugh...

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 glimp...

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.  

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 Himse lf , about her view of f emininity 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....

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 "exis...

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...

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'Conno...

Did you know that the classic A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens has many themes that go well with Advent? Join us as we talk to returning podcast guest Jessica Hooten Wilson about this famous Christmas story and what it teaches us about time, waiting, and remembering Christ's birth . You won't want to miss the wonderful conversation .    The Scandal of Holiness by Jessica Hooten Wilson   Giving...

Join Sarah and Erin as they reflect on gratitude during this Thanksgiving holiday season.     The Strong Women Podcast 81. The Woman Who Influenced a Nation with Melanie Kirkpatrick   Thanksgiving: The Holiday at the Heart of the American Experience by Melanie Kirkpatrick   The Strong Women Podcast S2 32. Written on the Heart with April Brover   Happy Hymnody   Thank We all Our God Hymn   Join Str...

Melanie Kirkpatrick returns to the Strong Women podcast to share the history of Thanksgiving. Themes of thankfulness, generosity, and prayer shine through as Sarah, Erin, and Melanie discuss America's longest standing tradition.     The Hudson Institute   The Strong Women Podcast 81. The Woman Who Influenced a Nation with Melanie Kirkpatrick   Thanksgiving: The Holiday at the Heart of the American...

Today on the podcast Sarah and Erin give practical ideas for how to observe the upcoming season of Advent for yourself and your family.     Hallelujah: Cultivating Advent Traditions With Handel's Messiah Paperback by Cindy Rollins   Strong Women Podcast 21. The Importance of Advent with Cindy Rollins Strong Women Podcast   God Is in the Manger: Reflections on Advent and Christmas by Dietrich Bonho...

Trillia Newbell, author of several books , shares how even through suffering her love for the Lord has grown. Trillia shares the story of how she became a Christian and how she clung to Jesus amid miscarriages. Sarah, Erin, and Trillia also discuss the beauty of God's design for community and each individual person.    Trillia's Website   God's Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell   Fear and Faith by...

Listen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Pat Stonestreet.     Pat Stonestreet's Episode   Barbara Masoner Episode   Judy Squire Episode   Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder   Join Strong Women on Soc ial 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...

Sarah's mother-in-law, Pat Stonestreet, joins us today on the podcast. Pat highly values prayer and trusting God's promises, and she shares the wealth of wisdom she's gained in following God and being a mother. Giving all the credit to God's work in her, Pat will leave you feeling encouraged to trust that God is working in you, too.     Breakpoint   Experiencing God by Henry T. Blackaby, Richard B...

What can we learn from women in the Bible? Join Sarah and Erin as they reflect on Rebecca McLaughlin's episode about the impact of seeing women through Jesus' eyes.       Jesus Through the Eyes of Women by Rebecca McLaughlin   Wilberforce Weekend Live - Rebecca McLaughlin: Confronting Christianity S2 46. Seeing Women Through the Eyes of Jesus With Rebecca McLaughlin   Confronting Christianity by R...