• Love Where You Are Finale: Making Spirits Brighter (Shiloh Women's Christmas Conference 2023)

    Hey sweet friend, 

    This is a very special episode of Love Where You Are for a few reasons. One reason is because this audio is from when I spoke at the Shiloh Women's Christmas Conference just last month, "Making Spirits Brighter." I shared a message of leadership and delegation, coming from a story of Moses that deeply resonated with me and I feel like it's something many of us moms deal with... 

    We get so busy juggling all the things and adding stuff to our plate, that we can often lose sight of what God is truly calling us to: the holy work of motherhood. And when we are juggling all the things, we are so suspectible to the temptations and distractions of the enemy, and that pulls us from that holy focus. 

    It was not long after sharing this message, a message that I needed in my own life, that I realized what God was calling me to do. 

    Right now, I am shifting my focus and energy to the Called to Love podcast here on Christian Parenting, where I specifically answer your questions about adoption and foster care. If you have enjoyed Love Where You Are, you will most likely enjoy Called to Love. It's still me, Somer, just with a new and specific purpose and mission to serve those walking the beautiful and broken journey of adoption or foster care. I would love it if you joined us for those deep conversations, friend. 

    And thank you for suporting me with Love Where You Are. It has been a beautiful chapter that draws to a close, but I am excited for what God has in store.

    I hope this message from the Shiloh conference impacts you just as it has impacted me. God bless! 

    Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, “The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman.” 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Click here to learn more about the Called to Love podcast. 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit http://www.ChristianParenting.org

    S4E5 - 35m - Jan 29, 2024
  • Taking Care of the Mind, Body, and Spirit with Laura Smith

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Laura Smith

    Laura is a Jesus Lover, best-selling author, speaker, wife & mom of four. She is passionate about equipping families with a better understanding of mental health and scripture, and has a new book titled "5 Minute Devotions for Teens: A Guide to God and Mental Health"  In this conversation, Somer and Laura discuss practical ways for us busy moms to take care of our bodies, minds, and spirits so we can better glorify God in all that we do…  

    You can also connect with Laura on Instagram.  

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E46 - 30m - Jan 22, 2024
  • Purposefooled with Kelly Needham

    In today’s episode Somer and Kelly discuss how easy it is to become purposefooled. Even before the rise of social media which has exponentially impacted this problem, humans have sought after glory for themselves and the extraordinary, as Kelly describes with the Tower of Babal story. We often seek to make ourselves the saviors, the heroes, of the story, instead of giving everything to God. We will run ourselves ragged, wheels constantly spinning, doing all the things, because the mundane and ordinary don't feel like enough. God is meant to be our purpose in life, not the titles we possess or the activities we do. 

    Thanks for coming to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, “The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman.” 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Kelly Needham is a busy mom of five kiddos, wife to Jimmy Needham, and author to several books. Click here to buy Purposefooled and click here to follow her on Instagram

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let’s dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit http://www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S4E3 - 32m - Jan 15, 2024
  • Courage for Life with Ann White

    In today’s episode Somer and Ann discuss courage as we enter a new year full of uncertainity when it comes to our economy, politics, and the culture war. Ann gigves us seven practical tips for courage, examples of courageous people from the Bible, and reminds us that sometimes God calls us to something even if we "aren't ready." 

    Scripture reference: 2nd Timothy 1:7

    Notable moments: 

    -God does not give us a spirit of fear. 

    -God carries us through life's hardships and traumas. 

    -Living in fear can be comfortable if it's all you've ever known.

     

    Thanks for coming to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, “The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman.” 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Ann White is passionate about creating resources to help women build their relationship with God. It drives her to create such things as the first female-voiced audio Bible. The female voice is important to her mission, which has reached behind bars as well as in church pews. “One thing in working with at-risk women, it’s important to use gender-specific treatment. You don’t put a woman who may have been traumatized by a man with a male counselor or a male-voiced program.” "Courage for Life" is only the beginning as Ann works with Tyndale House Publishers on a “Women’s Study Bible.” “We should be sharing God and his word, teaching other people, and inspiring life change. Everyone needs a daily dose of God-given Courage For Life!” says Ann.

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let’s dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit http://www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S4E2 - 36m - Jan 8, 2024
  • Stuff I'd Only Tell God with Jennifer Dukes Lee

    In this episode Somer and special guest Jennifer Dukes Lee discuss the power of journaling and being honest with God.

    Despite the fact that we KNOW cognitively that God KNOWS everything and we can't keep secrets from Him, there is something that prevents us from opening up that dialogue with Him and being vulnerable... And yet in that vulnerability, we can deepen our relationship and connection to Him, and it also impacts us as mothers. 

    Notable moments the conversation: 

    -"Holiness in the holy mess" 

    -We can miss out on intimacy with God if we keep our distance. 

    -If you don't process things properly with the Lord, you may end up taking out all the pent up emotion and internal conflict onto your kids or those close to you. 

    Thanks for listening to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, “The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman.” 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Jennifer Dukes Lee is a prolific author and calls herself a "storyteller and grace-dweller." Her recent book, "Stuff I'd Only Tell God: A Guided Journal of Courageous Honesty, Obsessive Truth-Telling, and Beautifully Ruthless Self-Discovery" is the catalyst for today's conversation and available wherever you find your books. You can also connect with Jennifer on Instagram on her personal account or the account specific to this book, and Facebook.  

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let’s dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit http://www.ChristianParenting.org

    S4E1 - 33m - Jan 1, 2024
  • A More Loving Way to Disagree with Mike Donehey

    Christmas is around the corner and while we look forward to gathering with family and friends, there can be opportunity for conflict. Tension in the air and anticipated conflicts are stressful and difficult to navigate. This week Somer and award winning singer and songwriter and author, Mike Donehey discuss ways of approaching conflict, what our true mission is as Christians, and how to get the fork out of our blender. Wait...what?!

    Thanks for listening to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, “The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman.” 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Mike Donehey is a singer, songwriter and author. Mike was a part of the Christian Tenth Avenue North but has recently gone into a solo career, and wrote a book titled "Grace in the Gray: A More Loving Way to Disagree" which launches today's conversation. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E52 - 37m - Dec 18, 2023
  • Embracing the Seasons of Life with Anthony DeStefano

    In today's episode Somer and Anthony discuss the ways God grows us in our seasons of life, the need for pause, prayer as our greatest weapon against the enemy, and how our dreams are glimpses of God's plan for us... 

    Notable moments the conversation: 

    "Preach the gospel at all times and if necessary, use words." - Saint Francis of Assisi

    "You can’t give what you can’t have” - Latin phrase 

    Anthony points out that your dreams and desires are not the same as God’s plan for your life, but they are clues from God as to where He wants you to be and your purpose. God rarely gives us straight answers but glimpses of the road ahead, a divine GPS, so we can seek Him and draw nearer in unity with Him. 

    Somer notes we are often building our own kingdoms instead of focusing on building God's kingdom. 

    Thanks for coming to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Anthony DeStefano is the bestselling author of over twenty-five Christian books for adults and children. His books have been published in eighteen different countries and twelve different languages and have been endorsed by The National Day of Prayer committee as well as many prom-inent religious leaders and mainstream celebrities. "Greenlee is Growing" is his latest children's book and the catalyst for today's topic. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E51 - 38m - Dec 11, 2023
  • Every Moment Holy with Douglas McKelvey

    In today's episode Somer and Douglas discuss what a liturgery is, why it is important, and how we can intentionally worship God and draw nearer to Him in the everyday moments of our lives--from vacuuming and doing dishes to the car line, all the work we do as moms is holy work. 

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    Douglas McKelvey. is an author, song lyricist, scriptwriter, and video director. He has penned more than 350 lyrics recorded by artists such as Switchfoot, Kenny Rogers, Sanctus Real, and Jason Gray.

    Douglas has a third installment of his liturgy series titled "Every Moment Holy" which includes work from himself and a diverse range of writers, artists, poets, songwriters, pastors, and illustrators to bring you something for the everyday holy moments. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E50 - 35m - Dec 4, 2023
  • Everyday Prayers for Patience with Brooke McGlothlin

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Brooke McGlothlin

    Brooke is the Founder of Million Praying Moms, Host of the Million Praying Moms podcast, and author of six books, three of which hit the ECPA bestseller list. Brooke recently released Everyday Prayers for Peace, and Praying Mom: Making Prayer the First and Best Response to Motherhood which speak to the power of a life partnered with God in prayer and they sparked this conversation.  

    Somer and Brooke discuss the need for patience and God’s grace in our parenting, how God uses our motherhood journeys to mature us, and how prayer shouldn’t be a last resort but our first response in moments of crisis… 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E49 - 32m - Nov 27, 2023
  • Embracing Your Armor as a Warrior Mama

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Bethany Kimsey.  

    Bethany is a warrior mama to eight kiddos as well as a writer and speaker. She testifies that God radically changed her messy motherhood from weary, anxious, and frantic to peaceful, joyful, and triumphant. Her new devotional, "A Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal" sparked the topic for this open and honest conversation in this episode. 

    Somer and Bethany talk about the battles we fight as moms, the use of prayer in our lives to help win those battles, and the many different seasons we go through as parents, and how we don’t need to fix things, most of the time we just need to bring it to God who cares about our everyday parenting…

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E48 - 55m - Nov 20, 2023
  • At Home With God with Sandra Byrd

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Sandra Byrd

    For the next five episodes, as we are entering the holiday season, Somer is spotlighting authors who have excellent gifts for your loved one or for yourself! Sandra Byrd is the author of more than fifty books. Sandra’s work has received many awards, nominations, and accolades, including a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly and multiple starred reviews and Best Book selections from Library Journal. Other awards include the Historical Novel Society’s Editor’s Choice award, two Christy Awards nominations, a Bookpage Top Pick for Romance, and inclusion on Booklist’s Top Ten Inspirational Books of the Year list.

    Sandra is an experienced devotionalist. Her newest devotional, Dwell, is the launching point for today's conversation. Dwell is about being at home with God, which feels fitting as we approach the holiday season and our homes are full of chaos. Somer and Sandra dive into exactly what that means to dwell… and the importance of the home and we build our home as a Mom. 

    Sandra also shares this verse from Hebrews 11:6, "And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him."(ESV)

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E47 - 33m - Nov 16, 2023
  • A Biblical Approach to Teen Mental Health with Laura Smith

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Laura Smith

    Laura Smith is a Jesus Lover, Best-selling Author, Speaker, Wife & Mom of 4. She is passionate about equipping families with a better understanding of mental health and scripture. Laura wrote a book titled, "5 Minute Devotions for Teens: A Guide to God and Mental Health" which sparks today's conversation. Somer and Laura discuss the rising mental health crisis among our teenagers. Laura shares practical ways for us as moms to share Jesus with our teens and invite deeper conversations to build those relationships.

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E46 - 41m - Nov 13, 2023
  • A Look Back at Our 10 Year Adoption Journey

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined by her favorite person, her husband Corey Colbert. 

    Somer and Corey are celebrating National Adoption Month this November and invite you into a conversation about their ten year adoption journey that is ongoing as they parent their precious daughter.

    They share honest and raw stories from the many experiences both beautiful and hard and offer insight into how God’s calling doesn't always turn out as we planned but it is always as He ordained. 

    It isn’t easy to love where you are when God's calling isn't clear or results are far from what you expect, but this is what inspired this ministry and we hope it inspires and encourages you in your current season. 

    If you'd like to learn more about adoption, check out Somer's new podcast on the Christian Parenting Network dedicated to Christian adoptive and foster familes: Called to Love

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org





    S3E45 - 43m - Nov 6, 2023
  • Understanding Addiction, Trauma Behavior and Secondary Trauma with Travis Thompson

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Travis Thompson

    Travis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in addiction therapy. Travis has worked with adults and adolescents diagnosed with severe substance abuse and mental illness. He's worked in both long-term care and shorter-term treatment facilities, including intensive outpatient programs for mental health and substance addiction, as well as outpatient clinics with a family-centered focus. He is also the author of: "To Those Left Behind: Helping Partners and Families Understand and Heal from Addiction."

    Somer and Travis discuss the difference between disease and addiction, how mental health affects families, and how there is so much hope, healing, and power in learning about the battles our loved ones are experiencing. 

    Connect with Travis at linktr.ee/travisthompsonmedia

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E44 - 44m - Oct 30, 2023
  • Women and Work with Courtney Moore

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Courtney Moore. 

    Courtney is the founder and president of the nonprofit organization, Women & Work, as well as co-host of the Women & Work Podcast. Courtney is passionate about seeing Jesus Christ honored by women as they steward their gifts and leverage their unique potential for His glory. Her recent book is available on Amazon and titled Women & Work, and you can follow her on Facebook or Instagram. 

    In this episode, Somer and Courtney talk about the many ways that women are working, not just in careers or jobs but at home or wherever God has them… and there is joy and fulfillment in all kinds of work.

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E43 - 42m - Oct 23, 2023
  • Win Over Worry with Keri Eichberger

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Keri Eichberger

    Keri is an author, blogger and busy mom! Her recent book released this September and it's called, "Win over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar with the One Who Overcomes." Somer and Keri dive into a conversation about how so many of us are struggling with worry and anxiety, the unhealthy coping mechanisms we use, and ways to conquer it with God at our side. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E42 - 33m - Oct 16, 2023
  • Parenting Gen Z with Jason Jimenez

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Just for stopping by, here is your FREE downloadable resource from Somer, "The 2023 Proverbs 31 Woman." 

    You can connect with Somer through her Facebook & Instagram!

    In this episode, she is joined with today's guest, Jason Jimenez

    Jason Jimenez is the founder of Stand Strong Ministries. He is a pastor, apologist, and national speaker who has ministered to families for over twenty years. He is the author of several books, including Abandoned Faith, Stand Strong America, Stand Strong in Your Faith with Alex McFarland, and The Bible’s Answers to 100 of Life’s Biggest Questions with Dr. Norman L. Geisler. 

    Jason's latest book is titled "Parenting Gen Z" and it is the topic of today's conversation! 

    Somer and Jason dive into what makes Gen Z unique, the challenges and hope for parents, some practical tools, and a reminder that we need each other because there is a ton of spiritual warfare. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E41 - 40m - Oct 9, 2023
  • Creating Digital Safety in Your Home with Chris McKenna

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! 

    I am joined with Chris McKenna.

    Chris is the founder of Protect Young Eyes. Protect Young Eyes is a nonprofit that goes around the country educating schools, churches, and other nonprofits on the dangers of the digital age’s impact on children. They are also a movement, aiming to empower parents that “delay is the way” and schools should be phone free zones. 

    Growing up was already difficult but adding social media on top of it, and it is no surprise our teens are battling insecurity, anxiety, depression, confusion, and addictions. As parents, we have to approach these delicate situations with empathy and curiosity, not criticism. It is not us versus them, it is us helping build and lift them up. Chris and I talk about ways we can do that and its never too late to get started. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    You can connect with Chris and Protect Your Eyes through Instagram and their website.  

     

    FAVORITE TAKE-AWAYS:

     *We want to train our kids to be thinkers, not followers. On social media, it's a lot of following and keeping up with the trends. 

    *We can try to censor the world as much as possible for our kids but it won't make a difference if they can't become filters themselves. Once they are out of our protective care, how will they protect themselves? We have to teach them why it is so important and give them the tools to do it. 

    *Best time to plant a tree was ten years ago. The second best time is this afternoon. If you feel like you're too late, you aren't. There is still hope and you can still take charge of your household and protect your child. 

    REMEMBER:

    *There is a difference between reacting and responding. As parents, we need to respond not react.

    *The teenage years of development have high levels of social sensitivity. These are also critical years for brain development that leads into their adulthood. 

    *We should be building bridges of trust with our kids and not shy away from the awkward conversations. 

     

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    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E40 - 49m - Oct 2, 2023
  • Moving Beyond Brokenness with Anh Lin

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! 

    This week I am joined by Instagram sensation and DIY expert, Anh Lin.

    Anh's career in both ministry and interior design began with her desire to turn her own home into a sanctuary. Anh is the author of “Forever Home: Moving Beyond Brokenness to Build a Strong and Beautiful Life".  She incorporates interior design and a lifestyle blog with her testimony and the gospel to bring hope and the love of home to women. 

    In this episode, we unpack the difficult conversation of trauma. Unfortunately for many, the home is less like a cozy environment and more like the place where trauma began. In this conversation, we discuss the realities of pain, but how God can transform us, and how we can help those in our life who are walking in pain, and how can parent better because our kids are undoubtedly going to face their own battles.

    Thank you for being here today.

    Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    You can connect with Anh through Instagram, her website, or the Hooga Shop!

    You can also order her new book on Amazon

     

    FAVORITE TAKE-AWAYS:

    -Pain is pain. We each have our own experiences and one's story is not better or worse than the other. Each one is the unique path God has us on. We each have our own testimony. 

    -Adam and Eve did something wrong and hid in shame. God knew exactly where they were, yet He called out to Him. He invited them out of hiding. He is a gentle parent. 

    -Parents genuinely love their children and desire to help, but there might be a barrier like lack of trust or communication. Those are the key pieces to a strong relationship. 

     

    REMEMBER:

    -We can relate to those who experienced trauma by being compassionate, patient and being a good listener. We aren't called to be their therapist, we don't need to have all the answers. We are called to show the love of Christ.

    -God is restoring us. He wants us to thrive not just survive! 

    -If you have experienced trauma and are seeking self transformation, remember to take it slow and let God walk with you one step at a time. 

     

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    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

     

    S3E39 - 32m - Sep 25, 2023
  • Establishing A Faith Dynasty with Willie and Korie Robertson

    Welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! 

    I am joined by special guests Willie and Korie Robertson! 

    Willie and Korie are known worldwide for their reality tv show Duck Dynasty and their family’s business Duck Commander. They have partnered with Tread Lively, GND Media Group, and Fathom Events to announce the release of The Blind, premiering in theaters nationwide beginning September 28th. Based on the life of Phil and Kay Robertson, The Blind is a powerful true story of love, hardship, and redemption. The Blind shows that no one is beyond the grace of God, and no one is so far gone that they cannot turn their life around. 

    In this episode, Willie, Korie and I discuss their new movie release, The Blind, the true story behind it, the impact Jesus had on the Robertson family, and the impact media has on us. It seems like now more than ever that are messages telling us masculinity is toxic and women should stay out of the home. The way God designed marriage and the family are being attacked, especially in the media. Supporting films like The Blind sends a clear message to Hollywood and the world of what we care about. 

    Thank you for being here today. Now, let's dive into the conversation! 

    You can buy tickets for The Blind or check out The Blind's website to view the movie trailer! 

     

    FAVORITE TAKE-AWAYS:

    -After the show Duck Dynasty, Willie and Korie saw a need for positive entertainment which is when they sat down to talk about what story they should tell. The story of Kay and Phil was the most important story to tell because if it didn't happen, their family would have fallen apart and there wouldn't have been Duck Commander or Duck Dynasty. Jesus truly changed everything. 

    -Sometimes in Christianity, there is this idea that we don't have to talk about the hard stuff or our rough pasts. But the truth is sharing our stories helps us become more vulnerable and connected. We can all relate to Phil and Kay's story on some level. 

    -Building a dynasty of faith starts in the Word. We all know we should be in the Word, but actually living it out is a whole different thing and is so much harder to do. 

     

    REMEMBER:

    -There are so many messages telling women they can do it all, and that's only partially true. You can do it all, but you can't do it all at once--it's impossible. You can be empowered to do that you're called to in the season of life you're in right now! 

    -The family, home, and marriage are the foundations of society and are being attacked. Standing strong as men and women is crucial. 

    -We want to blame the world for all the problems we see, but the truth is we're also to blame because we also seccum to the world's pressures. We have to break free of the rat race. 

     

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    Love Where You Are is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

    S3E38 - 22m - Sep 18, 2023
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