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Heart & Soul HomeschoolHuman Trafficking Close to Home with Charity ParenzinEmilie is joined again by Charity Parenzin, a media producer, writer, actor and homeschool mom who founded a unique hybrid school in Missoula, MT. This week Charity shares about another topic she is passionate about: human trafficking. It's a tough topic, but don't miss this invaluable episode.To learn more about Ignite Creative School, visit https://ignitecreativeschool.com/faqTo learn about the America Unchained Project that Charity created, visit https://www.americaunchained.org/00:00 IntroductionHost Emilie Lunt welcomes back Charity Parenzin for a powerful discussion on human trafficking, homeschooling, and protecting ch...2025-01-2824 minHeart & Soul HomeschoolIgnite Creativity with Charity ParenzinEmilie is joined by Charity Parenzin, a media producer, writer, actor and homeschool mom who founded a unique hybrid school in Missoula, MT. You'll be so inspired as Charity shares the story of Ignite Creative School and encouraged by her wisdom as a mom and educator.To learn more about Ignite Creative School, visit:https://ignitecreativeschool.com/00:00 IntroductionHost Emilie Lunt welcomes Charity Parenzin, founder of Ignite Creative School, to share her journey from homeschooling mom to innovative hybrid school creator.01:35 Why Charity Started Ignite Creative SchoolCharity discusses how h...2025-01-2124 min
HealingLives with Corey GilbertEpisode 328 - A Conversation with Charity Parenzin on Human Trafficking, How to Protect & Save Our Children & the Struggles our Kids and Teens Face TodayEpisode 328 - A Conversation with Charity Parenzin on Human Trafficking, How to Protect & Save Our Children & the Struggles our Kids and Teens Face Today
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The creator of The America Unchained Project, Charity Parenzini has spent almost a decade creating education media to protect kids. Educating parents, teachers, law enforcement, and medical professionals on identifying traumatized and troubled youth is key to helping kids (something Charity does with excellence). However, PREVENTING trauma by knowing how to guard kids against preda...2023-10-0959 min
Strong Christian FemaleEp 111: The Language Of God with Juana ShafferHave you ever wondered what the very language of God is? Listen as Juana Shaffer and Charity Parenzin(i) discuss the truth of God. It is a powerful discussion full of honesty, hope, revelation, and love. For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2023-09-261h 02Strong Christian FemaleEp 109: The Truth About Submission to GodHave you ever wondered what submitting to God actually looks like? In a world that seems to constantly be moving the "goal posts" of the standard of following Jesus, it's easy to lose sight of what Christ examples for us and directs us to do. In this episode, you will hear a simple "call to action" for how to truly submit your life to Christ. In addition, we will reflect on the danger of allowing our culture to dictate Christ's call and standard. (i.e. allowing our faith to be judged by the standards of culture, rather th...2023-06-0928 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 101: What is Advent? (And why should we celebrate it?)Have you ever wondered what Advent is? Well, if you weren't raised in a more traditional Christian Church environment, you may have no idea. Or you may think it's all about celebrating Christ's birth. (And you'd be half right).Advent is something every follow of Jesus can celebrate with joy! But, you might want to hear exactly what it is all about first.Listen in as Charity explains what this wonderful tradition means, what is often misunderstood about it. In addition, she talks about what the 12 days of Christmas are and the day of Epiphany. 2022-12-1207 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 98: Voddie Baucham: The Real Meaning of the Joseph StoryIf you think you know what the story of Joseph in the Bible is about, you may want to think again. In this episode Charity shares a sermon by Voddie Baucham who delivers a wonderful teaching on the deeper, often overlooked meaning of the Joseph story. But, fair warning... this may change your whole paradigm on what you think of God's promise and how He keeps it. (And it's so, so good!)For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2022-10-3141 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 90: What is ACTUAL RepentanceIt's become hugely "negative" in the church to talk about sin and repentance. But what many Christians don't realize is that repentance holds the key to staying in communion with God. But, what exactly IS repentance? How do you actually know you ARE repentant? And how can you stay free from sin?In this episode, Charity utilized Thomas Watson's writing to break down the depths of repentance (and, no, it's not just saying "sorry"... it's a much richer, deeper, and soul-quaking). In addition, we go through scripture about why followers of Christ need to repent a...2022-08-0421 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 89: The Truth of Walking in God's Footsteps (with Margaret Agard)Have you ever wondered what it means to really "walk in God's Footsteps"? Or maybe you just want to know what it means to really live everyday in the purpose of God.Today's guest talks about her experience with learning how to do just that. Margaret Agard is an award-winning writer whose latest book ‘In His Footsteps: How I Gave My Todo List to God and Got More Done, More Sleep and Less Stress’ is an 18 month slice of the life of a woman committed to giving her life to God by giving toda...2022-07-2538 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 88: The Truth of Attaining a SOUND MIND with Liam NadenIf you could attain a sound mind, would you? After all, Christ is known as the Prince of Peace... and He taught us just how to walk in peace of mind.In scripture, Jesus teaches about how to use our brains the right way. A way in which we live as the best we can be, without problems or stress. (NOT through positive thinking... through following His commands). But... where do you even start?Well, today you will find out!Our guest today, Liam Naden, has learned that the Bible is the greatest "Suc...2022-07-201h 01Strong Christian FemaleEp 87: The Way We Talk Matters - With Brenden KumarasamyThink about it... how would your life change if you were an exceptional communicator? Could you have better relationships? Would you excel more at work? Would it give your the courage to share the gospel more? Sit back and learn from a communications coach... believe me. It's fantastic stuff.Communication is key to so many things in life. But, we don't always know how to do it WELL. Today, my guest, Brenden Kumarasamy tackles pillar truths to why we need to learn how to communicate well.Brenden Kumarasamy teaches c...2022-07-0644 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 86: Truth is True for EveryoneJesus said He was the way the truth and the light... but, if truth is relative, how do we know what is true? And how can we know what is Christ-centered versus a version of Christianity that isn't actually what Christ taught at all?In this episode we establish truth for what it IS versus what so many say it is. And, Charity shares what she feels so many women are experiencing now - a "capping" of who they are ... Let's dive in! ***** More about Elizabeth Urbanowicz and her fabulous curriculum f...2022-06-2442 minStrong Christian FemaleEP 85: The What and How of Protecting Our Kids from Sexual Abuse and Grooming (Part Two) With Dr. Kelly PalfiGet ready for part two of our interview with Dr. Kelly Palfi!The Church is joining the battle to protect our kids from abuse and grooming. And women like Dr. Kelly Palfi are in the trenches, helping, teaching, and healing. She is a fantastic resource with first hand knowledge as both a former Canadian law enforcement officer and counselor.Kelly Palfi is an expert in male sex abuse and how to protect children form grooming and abuse. Whether you are raising kids, are a teacher, an aunt, grandma, youth leader or person who simply cares...2022-06-1630 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 84: The What and How of Protecting Kids from Sexual Abuse - Interview with Dr. Kelly PalfiThe Church is joining the battle to protect our kids from abuse and grooming. And women like Dr. Kelly Palfi are in the trenches, helping, teaching, and healing. She is a fantastic resource with first hand knowledge as both a former Canadian law enforcement officer and counselor.Kelly Palfi is an expert in male sex abuse and how to protect children form grooming and abuse. Whether you are raising kids, are a teacher, an aunt, grandma, youth leader or person who simply cares about keeping kids safe, this episode is a must listen. Dr. Palfi...2022-06-1437 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 83: We MUST Wake Up and Protect KidsCharity shares a sober reality that came by way of a jarring piece of information this week... it all boils down to this: we are called to protect the kids in our lives. It's not "optional". It's a command by God.For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2022-06-0816 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 83: True CompassionWe hear the word spoken in church and by many and NGO or non-profit... "compassion". But what is TRUE compassion? It was demonstrated first by God and His son, Jesus. It isn't what many people think. And it's far more beautiful than most of us realize. It's also something we, as believers, are called to act out.So, how do we know what it is? Through Jesus' example. On this episode, we dive into three well-known stories and study Christ's response to need. Perhaps you've never seen what He does in the order He d...2022-05-2723 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 82: The Deep Love of Jesus (part two of our interview with Juanita Shaffer)Juanita Shaffer is a missionary to the US. In the process of loving people, she has seen the Lord to mighty things. And she has come to realize His love is all we need and our love is all He wants.Sit back, be at peace, and hear the heart of the Father through a woman's life and love of Jesus.For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2022-05-2752 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 81: The Unconditional Love of Jesus (with Juanita Shaffer)I sit and talk with my friend, Juanita Shaffer, about her testimony and the unexplainable, unconditional, love of Jesus. Listen as she tells of a life lived for Him and His love for us. It is a revelation of His deep sacrifice and a reminder of His goodness. For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2022-05-1552 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 80: Body Parts Need to Stick TogetherWe've all been there... someone in church drives you crazy. Or people just don't "get" you in your small group. Maybe you feel one way about a scripture and your friend disagrees... no matter what it is, those we are following Christ are meant to represent Him and be His "body". Sure, we all have different talents, gifts and even perspectives, but, does that give us carte blanche to just write of people or denominations we disagree with? Does "church hurt" mean we simply walk away from humans who go to church? And does stepping into a c...2022-05-0237 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 79: Purpose over PleasureThe world is literally dying for purpose. And, yet, so many in the church seem to not know what they are meant to do - as followers of Christ and/or as individuals created by the God of the Universe.How can we make sure we are living from a God-given-purpose-centric life? And is there anything wrong with just trying to be happy?*************************If you have any comments, questions, or other topics for a future episode, email Charity at: strongchristianfemale@protonmail.comFor more content (or to put a face to...2022-04-0223 minStrong Christian FemaleEpisode 78: Pursue HolinessThe word holy can be overwhelming. We know that only God is holy BUT we are called to walk in Christ's footsteps. This can often create one of two approaches: self-reliance (read: rule following on steroids) or self-justification (read: abandon the holiness "ship" altogether and do your own thing).But... where is the place God has called us as followers of Christ? What is "realistic" when balancing His word against common Christian-American cultural acceptance?Well, make some tea (or coffee) and let's talk about it.*********************Have an idea f...2022-03-0324 minStrong Christian FemaleEp. 77: What is God's Definition of Justice?What is the Biblical definition of Justice - God's justice? As Christians we have to know the answer to this question to fully see what our world is saying today that goes against our Christian worldview, ethic, and faith. Otherwise, we will begin to erode God's truth and elevate humanity's lies.Let's jump into this!Referenced during the podcast (and soooo good!):Center for Biblical Unity (Monique Duson)Theology Mom (Krista Bontrager)Dr. Cal Beisner's Book (Social Justice vs Biblical Justice: How Good Intentions Undermine Justice and Gospel)Neil Shenvi (L...2022-02-1435 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 76: "Journey to Your Calling" (Part Two) with Janice LigginsCharity Parenzini continues her conversation with Janice Liggins about hearing the voice of God, learning to obey, and allowing Him to shape our desires.Learn to see what God is calling you to do for Him, one day at a time. Get Journey to Your Calling by Janice Liggins: http://journeytoyourcalling.comAbout Janice:Janice Hatcher Liggins is an author, civic leader, entrepreneur, founder of a nonprofit, TV show host, intercessor, mother, granny, and most importantly, a child of the Most High God.Through her writing, she chronicles h...2022-02-0241 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 75: "Journey to Your Calling" with Janice Liggins - Part OneEver wonder what God is doing in your life? How do you know how to follow His will?What is "expected" of you?In this episode, you will hear the first half of a wonderfully enlightening conversation with Author Janice Liggins and how she learned to hear God's voice, obey, and step into her calling. About Janice:Janice Hatcher Liggins is an author, civic leader, entrepreneur, founder of a nonprofit, TV show host, intercessor, mother, granny, and most importantly, a child of the Most High God.Through her...2022-01-2648 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 73: The Benefits of Seeking God in All You DoIt's 2022. What can we do to shape the new year into a year of obedience, breakthroughs, successes, and hope?One "easy" answer: seek God in ALL you do. In this episode, we talk about seeking God in all we do and the benefits the Bible promises for us when we do just that.In addition, we talk about future episodes coming in the next week, AND the trajectory of focus to set us up for a fabulous New Year - understanding the ideas of purpose, calling, and destiny. And how fully understanding those thi...2022-01-1426 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 73: The Faith-Covenant Combo We Need to EmbraceCovenant? Isn't that for Old Testament times...? (She says confused and not sure why we're talking olden talk). And how is faith involved in that?Sit back. This is rich and good... oh, man. You may even want to take notes.Resources: "My Rainbow In the Cloud", by Oswald Chambers from My Utmost For His HighestThe Biblical Covenants, an essay by Paul R. WilliamsonHave any questions, ideas, comments? Reach out on instagram - @strongchristianfemale - or email us: strongchristianfemale@protonmail.comFor more...2021-12-1533 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 72: True Freedom Through JesusEver seen Braveheart? Well, even if you missed that epic tale of overcoming tyranny, you don't have to miss out on the key themes it seared into the hearts and souls of many who watched it - that you can fight for your freedom and overcome the oppression and lies of those who insist on robbing you of it. (And, don't worry, I won't be quoting the movie in today's podcast). This is true in life - both physically and spiritually. Today, we tackle the "spiritually".God sent His son that we may h...2021-12-0534 minStrong Christian FemaleEp. 71: Shushing the Holy Spirit (and how NOT to do it!)Have you ever met anyone who didn't want to "hear from God"? But... does He actually want to talk to us? Does He even try to talk to us? How does He talk to us? What are we doing wrong if He is trying to talk to us?This is an episode about the reality of how many of us ignore the Holy Spirit and the "easy" ways you can begin to hear His voice. Every day.For more content (or to put a face to a voice...2021-11-1731 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 70: The Reality of Spiritual WarfareAlbeit a strange thing to talk about for some, the Bible talks about spiritual warfare and the reality it can be in the life of a follower of Jesus. But, how do you know if you're experiencing spiritual warfare and not just depression or self-inflicted consequences? In this episode, we dive into this needed conversation, identifying "common" symptoms of spiritual warfare and scriptural ways to overcome it. We hope it leaves you more aware of possible spiritual warfare AND how to arm yourself against it taking a place in your life.Get ready... it's time to...2021-10-2232 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 69: Jumping Into What God Has for You - Guest Lauren L. NelsonIn this episode we talk with Sheroes of the Bible author Lauren L. Nelson about her decision to create a solution to a problem presented to her by her seven-year-old daughter. And how now that "kairos moment" inspires children around the world. This is an episode of empowerment. Sit back, listen, and find encouragement To learn more about Lauren's book Sheroes of the Bible and other resources, visit her website at:https://www.laurenlnelson.comFor more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-10-041h 18Strong Christian FemaleEp 68: Conformity Kills the SoulHave you ever felt like a fish out of water? Perhaps you are surrounded by "Type A" folks, but, you're more of a type "E". We've all felt like we don't belong... even in the church. So, what do we do?In this episode we dive deep into honesty, vulnerability, and the truth about conformity. Yes, the culture wants us to conform. But, so do many churches. And to what expense? And how do we resist? And, what do we do when there's no "place" for our gifts?For more content (or t...2021-09-2545 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 67: Propaganda and the ChurchPropaganda has been around since the Garden of Eden. But... would you recognize it if you saw it? Maybe you think you can in culture, but, what about inside the church? (What does propaganda in the church even look like?)List of types of propaganda: "Don't Be Fooled by Propaganda - Recognize it!" by Ray CloreStory of King Hezekiah and Propaganda: 2 Kings 18:17–37Some scripture for further reading on false teaching:1 John 4:12 Corinthians 11:13-15Matthew 7:15-202 Peter 2:12 Timothy 4:3-4Matthew 24:24Romans 16:17-18If yo...2021-09-1037 minStrong Christian FemalePrayer for AfghanistanWe need to pray for our brothers and sisters in Afghanistan. Let's take a few minutes and do it now.For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-08-1903 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 66: The Lie of Biblical Pliability (i.e. Custom-Fit Bible)Custom-fit everything can be found in our culture. From cars to beds to clothes. But... a "custom-fit Bible"? Is that really a thing?Custom-fit is not something our God intended for His word. So, how can we recognize when we've altered His word to fit our lives rather than the other way around?For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-08-1933 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 65: The Truth about Critical Race TheoryHold on to your hats... this one is relevant and honest. We need to get up, open our Bibles, learn about CRT and learn what the Bible says that deviates far from it. On this episode, we use several key sources including "Fault Lines" by Voddie Baucham and the many sources and resources used on the Just Thinking Podcast, Episode #108 . These sources are chalked full of many additional sources - sited as they use them. Delve in, learn what CRT is about AND where it came from. Christians must understand what is coming int...2021-07-3048 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 64: The Truth About RepentanceThere is little talk in most churches today about repentance. Why? Do we really need to repent "regularly"? Doesn't God love us for who we are? And, if He loves us for who we are, surely He knows we sin, so...Today we'll talk about the immense weight that Christ put on repentance and why it a necessary part of the gospel. (The FULL gospel). And also why it must be done in a way that ushers in humidly, honesty, and restoration to God.Without repentance, where are we as a people of God? 2021-07-1628 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 63: The Truth about HealingIf you've ever experienced sickness beyond the cold or flu, you may have asked God to help you... perhaps even to heal you. In some way, most of us have needed healing and dared to ask. But, did you get it? If so, did you tell anyone? If not, did you stop contending for healing, assuming that it just "wasn't for you"?Is healing still for today? Did Jesus really die for our sins AND our healing? What is God doing now for those that suffer? What does the Bible say about God, Jesus, and h...2021-07-0839 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 62: The Lie of "The Inevitable"Have you ever seen people with a fatalistic world view? Similar to "karma", they believe more in the idea of "what will be will be" and far less about our stance in Jesus over the circumstances that surround us. The challenging part is not so much those in the world believing this, but those in the church.But, what does the Bible say about how we are to take on our lives and the world around us? Does God share our fatalistic, pre-determined, mostly powerless stance in life? Or does He have a far different message for...2021-06-2721 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 61: The Lie of PrideWe've all had it. We may still be wrestling with it. Heck, we may wear it around and call it our wardrobe. But, it's a spiritual killer... and some of us are living it out everyday.Pride.Pride is a human issue that we are now openly accepting and even bringing into the church. But what does God say about it? Because, in the end, it's not our culture who will hold us accountable... it's Him.So, let's tackle this mountain and conquer it once and for all.For more content...2021-06-1932 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 60: The Lie of "I Am Capable"Jesus said His burden is light. So, why is life so freaking hard sometimes? ___________Have you ever tried to do something new without any guidance. Maybe a picture inspired you. Or a book you read. You set out to do it and... it was far harder than you expected. And then you realized that a LOT the people who have done that exact thing before you got help. Or wrote a book to help others. Or gave up because it was just way too hard.We aren't meant to be islands. We aren't meant to...2021-06-0926 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 59: Protecting Your Kids from Grooming, Exploitation, and Human TraffickingThis one is for the warriors. We are empowering parents to protect their kids by arming up with information that is key to keeping creepy hands away from our children's minds, bodies, and souls.This episode guides you through a FULL class of how to safeguard your family by making you aware of gateways and tactics people use to groom, seduce, and abuse kids. Although not a "everything you need to know", it is a huge springboard into understanding and empowerment.Never assume your family is safe from the enemy. Do not lower your guard s...2021-06-0643 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 58: What Are We Following?Our Christian culture is in dire need of a shift. A re-prioritizing, a re-focus, a removal of all things that aren't from Christ and meant for His church. But, how do we even begin such a task? That's what we are about to tackle. It's simple but not easy. And it must be done in each of our lives before we are swept away by the culture invading our walls.For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-05-1719 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 57: The Lie that "Life is Messy"Ever felt like life was over your head. Ever decided to just let the waves engulf you? Although this can be what we WANT to do, it's not the life God wants us to live. However, society says, it's fine to live a life that is out of sorts and "messy". But... is it?For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-05-0628 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 56: Flipping the Script on SinDo you ever feel like following Jesus is... a chore? Well, it can start to feel that way if our perspective is not where God wants it to be. After all, all of the don't-do-thises can stack up and feel overwhelming.But, God never meant for our lives following Jesus to feel overwhelming. He says "my yoke is easy and my burden is LIGHT.” (Matthew 11:30) So how do we get it wrong?Today we talk about flipping the script and how seeking time with God through relationship can truly "fix" our perspective on all that can...2021-05-0124 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 55: The Lie of Cerebrial Currency (Part Two)Well, we're back to discuss the reality of what limiting God in our lives looks like.Open your Bibles, open your hearts... let's do this!For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-04-2626 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 54: The Lie of Cerebral Currency (aka "Smartypants Syndrome") (Part One)Our minds are given to us by God. However, they can be the very gateway that keeps us FROM God. In today's episode we tackle the reality that many face in the church - knowing so much we rely on our own knowledge, rather than God's wisdom and the presence of and relationship with the Holy Spirit. This is something our society and the American church is struggling with big time!It's one I hope no one misses. Please share it with a friend, too... we all need to hear this reminder from God.2021-04-2222 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 53: The Lie of PowerlessnessHave you ever felt powerless over the things around you? It's true that our actions are under our control. And the consequences of those actions are the harvest we reap from the things we have sewn. If we overeat, our bodies will do what they are created to do and store that extra fuel for another day. Or, if we stay up late watching movies, we will be tired. Or, if we spend every dollar we make on things we don't actually need, we will run out of money and perhaps feel desperate. These are things we hav...2021-04-1842 minStrong Christian FemaleEp 52: The "Madlibs" of Christian CultureEver wonder how things in the Christian culture (that are not founded on the Word of God) get started? Ever wonder if you have some mis-truths in your own walk with Jesus? Today we tackle the truth about some cultural Christian lies. And we arm up to defeat them.For more content (or to put a face to a voice), check out our YouTube channel!2021-04-0731 min