8. Men and Women: Appreciating our Differences with John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle
Release Date: 09/02/2020
S4 34: Seeing God in Tiny Moments with Ned Bustard
Strong Women
This week we’re joined by author and illustrator Ned Bustard. Ned lost his wife Leslie to cancer last year, but her beautiful spirit and faith are captured in the new book, Tiny Thoughts That I’ve Been Thinking. Leslie saw God’s goodness in life’s smallest details and infused ordinary moments with Christ’s light. Come hear about her legacy of faith and the exercise of trusting God’s plan in the face of grief and uncertainty. edited by Ned Bustard or find it on by Douglas McKelvey and Illustrated by...
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S4 33. Kindness and Truth: Telling the Story of Elisabeth Elliot with Ellen Vaughn
Strong Women
Elisabeth Elliot was an imperfect yet faithful Christ-follower with a complex life story. This week, Ellen Vaughn returns to discuss Being Elisabeth Elliot, volume two of her amazing biography of Elliot’s life. Tune in to hear about Elisabeth’s return from foreign missions, her writings, her struggles with loneliness, and the complexities of her later life and marriages. Strong Women Podcast by Ellen Vaughn by Ellen Vaughn by Elisabeth Elliot Creation is about more than HOW God created the world. It’s about why. From...
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S4 32. Caring for Survivors of Sex Trafficking with Vicki Proffit
Strong Women
Did you know that the U.S. is one of the most active sex-trafficking countries in the world? Amid these sobering statistics, Vicki Proffit spends her time caring for survivors and pointing them to the love of Jesus. Vicki is the Executive Director of Sarah’s Home, a sanctuary for survivors of sex trafficking in Colorado. In this live interview, she shares powerful stories of how God has revealed Himself as the ultimate provider, guiding her work and transforming lives. You’ll be encouraged by Vicki’s testimony of listening to God’s voice, leaning on Him completely, and the miraculous...
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S4 31. Remembering and Rehearsing the Gospel with Bishop Michael Williams
Strong Women
We are forgetful people. But as we rehearse the story of the Gospel together through redemptive spiritual rhythms, we can remember and be shaped by truth. As we commemorate Christ’s death and resurrection this Holy Week, Bishop Michael Williams joins us to talk about the story of Easter, the Church calendar, and how God forms us through participation in the life of the Church. by Rod Dreher by by by Gerald McDermott by Michael Ward by Richard John Newhouse Doubts and hard questions are a welcome part of the...
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S4 30. Read for the Love of God With Jessica Hooten Wilson
Strong Women
Stories have a profound way of shaping us. They form our attention, affections, and our character, for better or worse. That’s why reading what’s good, true, and beautiful matters—and this takes practice. Jessica Hooten Wilson returns to the podcast to help us embrace the practice of reading as a means of spiritual formation. Doubts and hard questions are a welcome part of the Christian life. But many young Christians today are being encouraged to “deconstruct” their faith. Culture becomes the standard of truth instead of Scripture, and many young believers walk...
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S4 29: Flourishing Through Devotional Rhythms With Pamela Patnode
Strong Women
Not many of us associate discipline, commitment, and obedience with joy and freedom—but today’s guest, Pamela Patnode, knows that these things lead to flourishing and joy in the Christian life. When we live according to God’s design by loving Him and others, we experience true life. Listen in and let Pamela's testimony encourage you to cultivate a life of commitment to the Lord. Doubts and hard questions are a welcome part of the Christian life. But many young Christians today are being encouraged to “deconstruct” their faith. To help the Church offer a better way...
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S4 28: Don’t Settle for a Small Worldview With Michael Craven
Strong Women
Christians have the privilege of participating with God as He makes all things new. But many believers have unwittingly settled for a small worldview and a privatized faith that has little effect on the culture around them. That’s why the Colson Center is committed to helping Christians develop a Christian worldview that shapes all of life—not just Sunday mornings. The primary way we do this is through the Colson Fellows program. This week, I’m joined by my dear colleague, Michael Craven, Dean of the Colson Fellows. Tune in to hear his story and get a vision for the necessity, beauty,...
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S4 27: Glorifying Christ in the Spotlight With Korie Robertson
Strong Women
Korie Robertson is a wife, mom, grandma, and business owner—but listeners may know her best from the popular reality show Duck Dynasty. From getting married at 18 to saying “yes” to a reality show to starting a media production company, Korie’s pursuits have been marked by a desire to love Jesus, love people, and make Christ known. She joins us this week to share about her family’s unexpected journey into the spotlight and her passion for creating media that brings families together and shapes the culture for good. by David Brooks ...
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S4 26: From Kansas to Africa: Following God’s Lead With Becky Spencer
Strong Women
When most of their children were grown and out of the house, God called Becky Spencer and her husband to care for children in need in Africa—over 9,000 miles away from their home in Kansas. Becky joins Sarah to share her testimony of following God’s lead and being met by His faithfulness every step of the way. Her testimony of choosing to love before you feel loving, experiencing God’s restorative forgiveness, and following His call to take compassionate action in ministry is an encouraging and provoking example. by Steve Corbett and...
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S4 25: Lies About Sex and Relationships that Christians Believe With Juli Slattery
Strong Women
Dr. Juli Slattery returns to the podcast to debunk the unhealthy assumptions about marriage, sex, and relationships that many Christians have adopted from modern, secular culture. Rather than embracing these cultural views, we can humbly embrace what God has to say about things like sex, marriage, singleness, and the Church community. As we embrace God’s design for these things, we are better equipped to bring truth and love to those who are broken, hurting, and confused. Are you prepared to make the case for life? Scott Klusendorf’s newly updated edition of The Case for Life...
info_outlineToday on the podcast, Erin and Sarah are joined by their husbands Brett and John! Listen in for a an entertaining and insightful discussion about the ways strong men and women build each other up.
Find our more about Brett and Erin at Maven: https://maventruth.com/about/
Check out John's book A Practical Guide to Culture: https://colsoncenter.christianbook.com/a-practical-guide-to-culture/john-stonestreet/9781434711014/pd/4711014?event=Staff_Picks