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Called to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenWhat Every Christian Parent Needs to Know About Foster CareWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast! In this episode, I am joined by author and adoptive mama, Jessica Mathisen. In light of Foster Care Awareness Month, we discuss Jessica’s profound journey into foster care and adoption. We dive into unique family dynamics, the calling to foster care, the challenges faced by foster parents, and the importance of community support. It is crucial there is unity in marriage before stepping into this calling because the support and foundation is needed when facing the emotional, mental, and sometimes physical demands of this calling. Our conversation also...
2025-05-0633 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted Children2024 Highlight: Infertility & Adoption - Does One Lead to the Other?Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast.As 2024 comes to a close, Somer wants to highlight one of the best episodes from this year -- in case you missed it! Often people think infertility leads to adoption. It isn't always the case, but it can be for some. Joined with Somer on the podcast are authors Jenn Hesse and Kelley Ramsey who were connected from miles apart thanks to social media. They both share similar infertility stories which is what dawned their friendship and eventually collaborating on this book, "Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with...
2024-12-3154 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted Children2024 Highlight: Hard is Not the Same as BadWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast.As 2024 comes to a close, Somer wants to share the best from this year. This episode is a 2024 highlight, to make sure you didn't miss it! The conversation is about how hard isn't the same as bad, and we all know how hard adoption and foster care is. Joined with Somer on this insightful conversation is the author "M is for Mama" Abbie Halberstadt. Abbie is the busy mom of ten kiddos who also finds time to encourage Christian mamas in their calling of motherhood. As moms, we...
2024-12-2435 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenThe Best Moments from Called to LoveWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast.This is a special episode where Somer shares clips from the five most downloaded, most popular episodes from Called to Love thus far: Reframing Your Mindset As A Christian Adoptive Parent: Reflect on Your CallingLessons Learned in Our Adoption Journey with Somer & CoreyEverything You Need to Know from an Adoption Attorney (featuring Lucrece Bundy) Listener Q & A: Am I Really Called to Adopt or Foster? Understanding God's Heart for Adoption and Foster Care with Tim WolkiewiczAs the year closes, it is the perfect time t...
2024-12-1739 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenHow to Respond to Sexual Abuse as Christian Parents with Ben LockeJoining me on this episode is a sexual abuse survivor and author: Ben Locke.When Ben Locke was in his darkest valleys, he was determined to tell God exactly what he thought. He poured out his agony and anger--and was met with God's grace, love, forgiveness, and mercy. He discovered in those moments that God can handle it. All of it. In this episode, Somer and Ben discuss how the church should handle sexual abuse, some of the signs to watch out for as parents, and the deep hope there is in Christ through this...
2024-08-1340 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenMindful Parenting Recap and Colbert Family UpdateWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast.I hope you enjoyed the Refresh episodes with Kelly Hamilton as much as I did! If we're being honest, the summer season is not always full of fun and relaxation... in fact, it can be hard, lacking consistency, and stressful! That's why I wanted to pause and remind myself of those tools for behavior and emotional regulation, and these tools have been personally helpful for me in my family as I get overwhelmed.In this episode, I talk about some resources which I have found extremely helpful during...
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Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertLove 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...
2024-01-2935 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertTaking Care of the Mind, Body, and Spirit with Laura SmithWelcome 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 dis...
2024-01-2230 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertPurposefooled with Kelly NeedhamIn 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...
2024-01-1532 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertCourage for Life with Ann WhiteIn 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 a...
2024-01-0836 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertStuff I'd Only Tell God with Jennifer Dukes LeeIn 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 wit...
2024-01-0133 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertA More Loving Way to Disagree with Mike DoneheyChristmas 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.”
2023-12-1837 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEmbracing the Seasons of Life with Anthony DeStefanoIn 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 ar...
2023-12-1138 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEvery Moment Holy with Douglas McKelveyIn 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 vi...
2023-12-0435 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEveryday Prayers for Patience with Brooke McGlothlinWelcome 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 th...
2023-11-2732 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEmbracing Your Armor as a Warrior MamaWelcome 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 con...
2023-11-2055 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertAt Home With God with Sandra ByrdWelcome 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 revi...
2023-11-1633 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertA Biblical Approach to Teen Mental Health with Laura SmithWelcome 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 di...
2023-11-1341 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertA Look Back at Our 10 Year Adoption JourneyWelcome 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...
2023-11-0643 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertUnderstanding Addiction, Trauma Behavior and Secondary Trauma with Travis ThompsonWelcome 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 we...
2023-10-3044 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWomen and Work with Courtney MooreWelcome 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 Am...
2023-10-2342 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWin Over Worry with Keri EichbergerWelcome 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 un...
2023-10-1733 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertParenting Gen Z with Jason JimenezWelcome 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 An...
2023-10-0940 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenReframing Your Mindset As A Christian Adoptive Parent: Embrace God's Call to LoveWelcome back to Called to Love - today we are finishing out our intro series: Reframing Your Mindset as A Christian Adoptive Parent and I pray you have been encouraged so far - As we consider everything we have discussed so far in this series, notice the action words…reflect, remember, establish, surrender. Saying yes to adoption or foster care requires intentional and ongoing action and for our last episode in this series I want to add one more word to that list of intentional actions…embrace - God’s call to love.When God speaks...
2023-10-0324 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertCreating Digital Safety in Your Home with Chris McKennaWelcome 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 insecuri...
2023-10-0249 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenReframing Your Mindset As A Christian Adoptive Parent: Surrendering Your FearsWelcome back friends! Today on the podcast we are continuing on with Reframing Your Mindset as a Christian Adoption parent...Today’s topic is surrendering your fears - this is such a big one because, no matter where you are in your journey - there is always something you can choose to be fearful about. And usually our fears are expressed through the questions we ask. Adoption comes with countless questions, unsettling risks and a good amount of fear. Once you sense the Lord’s prompting to take steps toward adoption, a flood of worst case...
2023-09-2625 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertMoving Beyond Brokenness with Anh LinWelcome 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 m...
2023-09-2532 minCalled to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenReframing Your Mindset As A Christian Adoptive Parent: Establish Your ExpectationsToday on the podcast we are continuing on with Reframing Your Mindset as a Christian Adoption parent...Today’s topic is Establish Your Expectations. It is so easy to begin to craft our expectations for who our adopted child will be, how fast the process of completion will be and what family life will look like when your child comes home. Without realizing it, many of the struggles adoptive parents face with their journey and with their child are the result of unrealized expectations that haven’t been met. So I want to speak into this...
2023-09-1923 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEstablishing A Faith Dynasty with Willie and Korie RobertsonWelcome 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 G...
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Called to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenReframing Your Mindset As A Christian Adoptive Parent: Reflect on Your CallingI am so excited the time has finally come and grateful to be with you as we kick off this brand new podcast highlighting what it means to be called to love as adoptive and foster parents and right from the beginning I want to establish the framework and the mindset through which we will discuss every topic….and trust me, we are going to dive into many different topics during our time together from attachment, trauma, post-adoptive depression, how to love your kids when they rebel, how to navigate relationships with bio families.Ho...
2023-09-1221 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertAnswering God’s Call to Shine in the Darkest Places with Rachelle StarrWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! I am joined with Rachelle Starr. Rachelle Starr is the author of Outrageous Obedience: Answering God’s Call to Shine in the Darkest Places which is about how she answered God’s calling in her life to reach out to women in the adult entertainment industry and eventually how she started the Scarlet Hope ministry. In this episode, Rachelle shares a little bit of her story and together we explore the ways moms can help raise their children to love like how Jesus loves. There can be...
2023-09-1142 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertSurrendering Mom-Fear with Amanda FlorczykowskiWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! I am joined with Amanda Florczykowski. Amanda Florczykowski is as unique as her last name. When a complete stranger pulled her daughter from her arms, Amanda penned an online caution read by an estimated 60 million, connecting Amanda with a victim of the very predator in the store that day.. Amanda has authored the #1 Amazon book, Unraveled: Mothering Fiercely in A World Full of Fears, is working on her second manuscript, and speaks on topics pertaining to the importance of family strength, memorable motherhood, child sex tra...
2023-09-0443 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertPursuing Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood with Ashlee GaddWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! This week I sat down with Ashlee Gadd. Ashlee Gadd is the author of Create Anyway: The Joy of Pursuing Creativity in the Margins of Motherhood and she is the founder of Coffee + Crumbs - a beautiful online space where motherhood and storytelling intersect. Ashlee has spent her entire motherhood creating in the margins, that means using whatever free time she has to become creative and connect with God through that creativity. Do you love to write? Draw? Paint? Garden? Each of these ar...
2023-08-2837 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEncouragement for the Carline Mom with Caris SniderWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Today I am excited to welcome my friend Caris Snider back to the show! Caris Snider is a Christian Communicator who shares the hope of God through speaking, and leading worship. She is the author of multiple books including her latest release, Carline Mom Devotional. Her desire is to help women of all ages with their faith and mental health journey. It's back-to-school time and you know what that means...lots of time in the carline! In this episode, Caris and I talk a...
2023-08-2131 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertIncurable Faith with Andrea HerzerWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Today I am joined by Andrea Herzer. Andrea is the author of Incurable Faith: 120 Devotions of Lasting Hope for Lingering Health Issues. She is intimately acquainted with the hardships that accompany debilitating health issues. She has spent the last 20 years with multiple illnesses, including complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Navigating life while undergoing infusions, chemotherapy, more than 100 medical procedures, and all the complications in between has given her deep compassion for those who also suffer. In this episode, Andrea and I navigate...
2023-08-1442 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertAll Things Sex and Marriage with Shaunti FeldhahnWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! I am joined with Shaunti Feldhahn. Shaunti is a ground-breaking social researcher, best-selling author, and popular speaker – but a wife and mom first. After receiving a graduate degree from Harvard, and working on Capitol Hill and Wall Street, Shaunti now uses her analytical skill to uncover those little things that can make big differences in lives and relationships. In this episode, Shaunti and I dive deep into all things sex and marriage. The timing couldn't be more perfect as I am celebrating my 19th wedding anniv...
2023-08-081h 00Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertPraying the Scriptures for Your Marriage with Jodie BerndtWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined by Jodie Berndt. Jodie is the bestselling author of the Praying the Scriptures series. A speaker and Bible teacher, Jodie has been featured on programs like Focus on the Family, The 700 Club and a host of popular podcasts, and she has written articles for many news and faith outlets. She is also the mom of four grown children with grandbabies on the way! In today's episode Jodie and I dive deep into the challenges faced in marriage and the...
2023-07-3145 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertConnecting With Our Kids Through Fun with JJ CampbellWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with JJ Campbell. JJ Campbell is the host of the Along for the Ride Podcast, a weekly interactive show that helps you have more good times with your family while riding in the car together. These fun activities get everybody talking and laughing and before you know it, strengthening family bonds and making special memories. She's always loved games and gets her best ideas for the show from childhood experiences and playing with her own baby boy, Evan. She...
2023-07-2442 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertSeizing the Good Life with Shellie Rushing TomlinsonWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Shellie Rushing Tomlinson. Shellie is a farmer's wife and loving grandmother of six. She fell in love with storytelling as a child when her grandmother told stories of what it was like to come to Louisiana from the hills of Appalachia and set up house in a tent with a dirt floor. And, she had a grandfather who used humor to bring people to Jesus. These grandparents on both paternal and maternal sides, made a big impression on Shellie.
2023-07-1743 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWhen Friendships Fail with Elizabeth Laing ThompsonWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Elizabeth Laing Thompson. Elizabeth is a pastor’s wife, mother of four and author of the new book When a Friendship Falls Apart. She has also written other amazing books like All the Feels, When God Says No, and When God Says Go. In this episode, Elizabeth and I dive deep into friendships and when they fall apart. God has designed us for community and relationships but thanks to sin, those relationships sometimes end in “break-up” and it can be ha...
2023-07-0343 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Sound of Freedom with Alejandro MonteverdeWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Alejandro Monteverde. Alejandro Monteverde is a Mexican filmmaker, best known for his work as a director, writer, and producer on award winning films. Alejandro’s work is known for its focus on family and faith, and he has been vocal about his Catholic beliefs. In addition to his film work, he has also been involved in philanthropic efforts, including the founding of the nonprofit organization Esperanza para los Niños (Hope for Children) in 2010, which provides education and support to und...
2023-06-2642 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEquipping Christian Parents for the Pornography Battle with Sam BlackWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Sam Black. Sam Black is a renowned author and expert in the field of pornography recovery. As the Director of Recovery Education at Covenant Eyes, he brings a wealth of experience to his work, having joined the organization in 2007 after a distinguished 18-year career as an award-winning journalist. Sam is the author of two groundbreaking books: "The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It" and "The Porn Circuit: Understand Your Brain and B...
2023-06-1950 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Fatherless Epidemic with Eric SwithinWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today's episode, I am joined with Eric Swithin. Eric Swithin is the Executive Director and Founder of The Alliance for Ending the Fatherless Epidemic. THE FATHERLESS EPIDEMIC strives to encourage viewers that the epidemic can be solved and we can present the love of God to youth in desperate need of a Godly father figure. In today’s conversation, Somer and Eric discuss the harsh statistics of broken homes and how it leads boys and girls into brokenness and a pursuit to fill a hole...
2023-06-1237 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertSafe Technology for Summer Fun with Brent DusingWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Brent Dusing. Brent Dusing created TruPlay to bring beautiful and biblically authentic entertainment to audiences worldwide. Brent is a pioneering, Harvard graduate, entrepreneur with a heart for creating games with God at the center, giving kids and parents an experience that is safe and fun! He has led an exceptional career and God continues to bless his team’s efforts to bring TruPlay as an alternative on kid’s devices. In today’s conversation, Brent and Somer talk about...
2023-06-0536 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Overcome Fear with Jennifer PepitoWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Jennifer Pepito. Jennifer is the proud mom of seven children and she has been homeschooling for over twenty-five years and it’s something she’s passionate about. When Jennifer discovered that her second daughter had learning disabilities, Jennifer became an avid student of child development. After learning from innovators and researchers in the field, Jennifer created her own resource for parents called The Peaceful Press, to help parents enjoy homeschooling, feel equipped for the task, and to develop...
2023-05-2936 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertParenting Your Wayward Kids with Joy with Mary DeMuthWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Mary DeMuth She’s been writing for 30+ years with over 45 published books, translated into five languages. She has mentored writers all this time and continues through the Rockwall Christian Writers group. Mary also pioneered a literacy agency in 2022 called Mary DeMuth Literary, where she shepherds writers towards traditional publishing. Mary has lived a full life, loves Jesus, and wants to share that power of redemption with others. In today’s conversation, Somer and Mary get real about the hea...
2023-05-2230 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertOvercoming Depression in Motherhood with Julie ThomasWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Julie Thomas. Julie Thomas is a wife, mother of two, life coach and author. After the birth of her second son, Julie battled a severe case of postpartum depression. For years, emotions of anxiety, confusion and shame consumed her life, leading to isolation and suicidal thoughts. In her darkest hour, she felt God’s undeniable call to share her story with others. With the release of her novel, HOPE Inside Out, and her willingness to be open and transparent, Julie was...
2023-05-1544 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertRebelling Against Mediocre Motherhood with Abbie HalberstadtWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Abbie Halberstadt. Abbie is a busy full time homeschooling mom with ten kiddos and one amazing husband. Blogger and author of the book M is for Mama, Abbie is passionate about helping mamas claim their identities and find simple, doable rhythms for their days that allow them to create an environment of realistic joy and peace. In today’s conversation, Somer and Abbie dive into the battle we face as mothers in our culture, how there is a disda...
2023-05-081h 01Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertFinding Faith and Family through Foster Care with Tori Hope PetersenWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Tori Hope Petersen. Tori Hope Petersen is a former foster youth letting her Abba be known. She is passionate about foster care reform, adoption advocacy, vulnerable populations, and seeing the love of God change people's lives! Tori speaks across the nation sharing her powerful story, but her favorite form of art and communication is writing. After a faith-filled track coach invested and mentored Tori in high school, she went on to not only become a Track and Fiel...
2023-05-0151 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Follow God’s Will with Brittany AnnWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Brittany Ann. Brittany Ann is an author, speaker, and founder of EquippingGodlyWomen.com, a popular Christian-living website dedicated to helping women be “all in” in faith and family. Brittany is married to an incredible godly husband, and together they have three adorably energetic little ones. In today’s conversation, Somer and Brittany talk about how to follow God’s Will when life is out of our control and it feels like we keep making mistakes. The world is so loud a...
2023-04-2440 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertSo God Made A Mother with Leslie MeansWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined by Leslie Means. Leslie Means is founder and owner of the popular website Her View From Home, which features heartfelt contributor stories on motherhood, marriage, faith, and grief. She is a former news anchor, weekly columnist, and has published several short stories. She is married to a very patient man named Kyle, and together they have three fantastic kids: Ella, Grace, and Keithan. When she’s not sharing too much personal information online or in the newspaper, you’ll find her som...
2023-04-1739 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertAll Things Christian Parenting with Steph ThurlingWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Steph Thurl. Steph Thurling is Executive Director of Christian Parenting and host of The Christian Parenting Podcast. Steph has her master’s in youth, family, and culture from Fuller Theological Seminary and has a background in youth and children’s ministry. She is co-author of Raising Prayerful Kids, a book that shares easy, life-giving, and fun ways to teach kids to pray. She loves helping families grow closer to each other and to God through meaningful experiences and con...
2023-04-1037 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertDo The Thing with Rebecca GeorgeWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Rebecca George. Rebecca is passionate about helping you discover your giftings and talents to be used for the Kingdom in big ways. Rebecca and I discuss the questions to ask as you seek to discover your calling, the value system we place on the things God calls us to do, what hinders us from doing the thing and the importance of understanding our identity so we can discover what God has for us in this season. ...
2023-04-0335 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Be a Time Saving Mom with Crystal PaineWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Do you feel like you're spinning your wheels, chasing your tail, putting out fires all day long, and going to bed feeling exhausted and overwhelmed? If you can relate, today’s episode is for you! Bestselling author, founder of a widely popular enterprise, top podcast host—and busy mom of six—Crystal Paine should be exhausted. Or at least overwhelmed. But she’s not. In fact, she’s thriving and today she is here to share her best advice to help you do the same! Somer and Cry...
2023-03-2737 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWhat to Do When Life Transitions with Nicki KoziarzWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined by Nicki Koziarz. Nicki Koziarz is a bestselling author of several books and Bible studies as well as a speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries. Nicki speaks nationally at conferences, retreats and meetings and is the host of the Lessons from the Farm podcast. A Bible teacher at heart, Nicki inspires others to become the best version of who God created them to be. In this episode, Nicki and I discuss the seasons of life and how to navigate all the feelings beh...
2023-03-2036 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertBringing Theology into our Homes with Jenny Randle and Brayden BrookshierWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Jenny Randle and Brayden Brookshier. Brayden and Jenny each married a sibling of the Randle family, making them brother in law and sister in law but they are also kindred spirits in the world of theology, nerding out over all things God. They geeked out over theology so much that they wrote a book together called Flash Theology: A Visual Guide to Knowing and Enjoying God Brayden is on the Teaching Team at Newbreak Church, San Diego, is h...
2023-03-1340 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertRaising Sons to be Men with Rhonda StoppeWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda Stoppe is an author and speaker dedicated to helping women live life with no regrets. She has over 30 years experience as a mom, mentor, and pastor’s wife, and her most recent book is Moms Raising Sons to be Men. In this episode, Rhonda and I talk about exactly that, how to raise our sons to become godly men. We live in a culture that is increasingly blurring the lines of what it means to be a man or woman and it’s more important...
2023-03-0644 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertDistraction Detox with Billie JaussWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Billie Jauss. Billie Jauss is the wife of a professional baseball coach and mom of three young men, she is now an empty nester who is hard at work in writing and podcasting. Billie has a new book titled “Distraction Detox” which helps us recognize our own spiritual jetlag and create a plan for health and closeness with Jesus. In this episode, Billie and I talk about hitting the pause button on our busy mama lives, making a priority list, and how we can creatively bring Jesus...
2023-02-2750 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertRaising Amazing Kids...Who Want to Do the Dishes with Monica SwansonIn today’s episode I am joined with Monica Swanson. Monica and her family live in Hawaii, where she has raised and homeschooled her four boys, three now in college and one twelve year old who loves to golf. Monica also has her own podcast, aptly named the Monica Swanson podcast, and recently published her book “Amazing Kids: Bringing Up Kids Who Love God, Like Their Family and Do the Dishes Without Being Asked”. In today’s conversation, Monica and I look at the ways to raise amazing kids and what that means. As a parent, we may ask...
2023-02-2039 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertBuilding A Family of Faith with Andy DooleyWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Andy Dooley. Andy Dooley is committed to empowering today's families as a passionate leader, pastor, fitness professional and father of four. He has been working with young people and families for over 18 years, through sports, fitness, and ministry. He’s also a social media influencer with a large established fan base of parents, teens, and kids who trust his message on faith and fitness. In this episode, Andy and I dive into the importance of God being the foundation of your family and how to do exactly that. We a...
2023-02-1337 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWhat Parents Should Know About Teen Suicide with Emma BenoitWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Emma Benoit. Today’s conversation is not easy but it isn’t something we can ignore, it is all around us and our teens: suicide. Why is this happening to our kids? How do we stop it? What are the warning signs? Emma speaks on this topic as a teen suicide survivor with an incredible story of God healing her from the inside out. Emma shares the factors surrounding the suicide attempt, how she was saved, physically and spiritually, and encourages us to break down the stigma of mental healt...
2023-02-0643 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertTake Back Your Joy with Nicole JacobsmeyerWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Nicole Jacobsmeyer. Nicole is a busy mom of four kids under the age of eight with a husband in the medical field. She describes her life’s mantra as: embrace the chaos. Nicole has a passion for helping moms walk in victory and joy in this life, even with all its ups and downs. In 2016, she started her blog The Embracing Chaos blog and published her first book last year in October, titled Take Back Your Joy. In thi...
2023-01-2340 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertUnderstanding and Engaging God's Beloved Community with Michelle SanchezWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined by Author Michelle Sanchez. Michelle is passionate for disciples to be transformed as they transform the world. She serves as Executive Minister of Make and Deepen Disciples for the Evangelical Covenant Church. She has also served on the advisory board of the Institute for Bible reading, ministered to international students with Cru in New York City, and engaged in three global gatherings of the Lausanne Movement. Michelle earned a Master of Divinity and Master of Theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, com...
2023-01-1635 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertSurrendering to God Even When it's Hard with Johanna CannelongoWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Johanna Cannelongo. Johanna Cannelongo is a writer, speaker and homeschooling mom of eight: four biological and four adopted. Her life has been forever changed by radical surrender to the Lord as she has walked through the beauty of adoption as well as deep loss and grief. Through the ashes, the Lord has birthed a ministry and relationship to Jesus she and her husband could have never imagined. In this episode, Somer and Johanna discuss saying "yes" to the...
2023-01-0945 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertBiblical Brain Science to Start the New Year with Risa HaasbroekWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Risa Haasbroek. Risa is a life-coach who helps entrepreneurs sort through the clutter to focus on the right things in their business and find the route to success. Her teachings empower business transformation and empower individuals to achieve their dreams, just like she did. It all began with her dream to give her teenagers a better life in the United States. But the money exchange rate from South Africa to the U.S. was crippling. Motivated to stay close to...
2023-01-0239 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Break Out of Survival Mode with Somer ColbertWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! Today's episode is very special because YOU are the special guest. This is my gift to you this holiday season. A few months ago, I had the priviledge of speaking at a women's conference at First Baptist Church in Bentonville, Arkansas. Now, not only did those women and mothers receive my message but you do as well. As we wrap up Season 2 of this podcast, and the year 2022, and venture forward into the new year and new season, my hope this message will conclude things with a f...
2022-12-2651 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWhat You Didn't Know About the Manger with Amanda Hope HaleyWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am welcoming back my friend, THE Red-Haired Archeologist, Amanda Hope Haley. Amanda Hope Haley has a bachelor of arts in Religious Studies from Rhodes College and a master of theological studies in Hebrew Scripture and Interpretation from Harvard University. She is a lover of the Bible–its God, its words, its people, and its history. She writes and podcasts as the Red-Haired Archaeologist, bringing readers and listeners on her journeys to understand artifacts that can contextualize Scripture. She contributed to The Vo...
2022-12-1941 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertTeaching Our Kids Who God Wants Them to Be with Crystal Bowman and Michelle LazurekWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined with Crystal Bowman and Michelle Lazurek. Crystal Bowman and Michelle Lazurek are both incredible, award-winning book authors who teamed together to create "Who God Wants Me to Be." It is a beautifully illustrated children's book which celebrates diversity and empowers young girls to do any career they want, because nothing is impossible with God--and it's okay to change your mind! This book makes an excellent Christmas present if you know a little girl who's a big dreamer. In this...
2022-12-1243 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertAnswering the Big and Little Questions with Gabe and Andrea OlsonWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode I am joined by Gabe and Andrea Olson. Andrea and Gabe Olson are believers, parents, entrepreneurs and authors. A worship leader and songwriter, Andrea founded and runs Overflow Worship, a ministry that equips worship leaders at churches across the country. Gabe owns and operates a real estate investment company. Creators of 'The Big God Books' series and authors of two previous books, including 'The Little Church'—which debuted on the Amazon bestseller list in Children’s Christian Ministry in 2021— they ventured into publishing in order...
2022-11-2840 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertFinding Eternal Purpose in Your Daily Work with Jordan RaynorWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Jordan Raynor. Bestselling author Jordan Raynor helps Christians respond to the radical, biblical truth that their work matters for eternity. He does this through his books including the forthcoming The Word Before Work: A Monday-Through-Friday Devotional to Help You Find Eternal Purpose in Your Daily Work (WaterBrook; on sale 11/15/22), The Creator in You, and Redeeming Your Time), podcast (Mere Christians), and weekly devotional (“The Word Before Work”)—content that has served millions of Christ-followers in every country on earth. In addition...
2022-11-1434 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Transformative Power of Community with Jo SwinneyWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Jo Swinney. Jo Swinney is a prolific writer, speaker and editor. She’s written a few books and has contributed to LICC Connecting with Culture. She has also written for Stewardship, Bible Society, Scripture Union, and BRF. Jo was the Director of Church Communications at CPO, a charity existing to help churches and other charities with their communication. Currently, she is the Director of Communications for A Rocha International. Jo has a recent book titled “A Place at the Ta...
2022-10-3136 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Power of Hope When Catastrophe Crashes In with Jeremy and Caleb FreemanWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Jeremy Freeman and his son, Caleb. Jeremy Freeman is lead pastor at First Baptist Church in Newcastle, Oklahoma, and served as first vice president for the Oklahoma Baptist convention. Jeremy is a sought-after speaker for inspirational events hosted by churches, conventions, conferences, businesses, and schools. I'm just going to go ahead and give you fair warning: this week's episode is going to change you. It did me. Pastor Jeremy Freeman and his family have...
2022-10-2445 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertA Little Goes A Long Way with Rachael AdamsWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Rachel K. Adams. Rachel is the author of A Little Goes a Long Way and she is the host of The Love Offering podcast. Rachael hopes to help women realize their God-given purpose and significance. She and her husband, Bryan, run a family business and farm in Kentucky with their two children, Will and Kate, and two dogs. Her work has been featured on Crosswalk, iBelieve, Today Parenting, and YouVersion. She is also a friend of the Love Where You...
2022-10-1731 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Disciple Our Kids with Melissa SwainWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Melissa Swain. Melissa Swain has spent nearly 23 years as a pastor’s wife and she is a mom, homeschool teacher, writer, and editor. She and her husband, Chris, have served all across the south in ministries. Chris served in Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee, as Disciple-Making Pastor and CEO of Replicate Ministries, training the local church to make disciples. Chris served in full-time ministry for over two decades after proudly serving in the United States...
2022-10-1049 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertUnderstanding the Discipleship Dilemma with Dennis AllenWelcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! In today’s episode, Somer is joined with Dennis Allen. Dennis Allen has served as a Chief Executive Officer in electronics, software, distribution, oil & gas, and conglomerates in public and private corporations. He has also served in leadership with mega, mid-sized and startup churches, as an elder, deacon, teacher and speaker across Presbyterian, Evangelical Free, Baptist churches and Military Chapels in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Dennis was an Air Force F-15 fighter and instructor pilot serving in stateside and international posts prior to his business car...
2022-10-0341 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Lies the Enemy Speaks to Your Kids: The Lies GOOD Moms Believe with Charity RiosWelcome to the last episode in my mini-series, THE LIES GOOD MOMS BELIEVE! In today’s episode I am joined with Charity Rios. Charity is the author of My Heart’s Garden - a picture book and workbook designed for parents and kids to equip them to identify and battle against the lies the enemy speaks to the hearts of children. She is pefectly equipped to help me tackle today's conversation. We'll be focusing on the lies the enemy speaks to our children. We have spent the last 12 weeks identifying and calling out the li...
2022-09-1254 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertI Have to be Supermom! : The Lies GOOD Moms Believe with Lisa ClarkWelcome to my latest series, LIES GOOD MOMS BELIEVE! In today’s episode I am joined with Lisa Clark. Lisa co-hosts both The Wonder podcast and Raising Sinners podcast with our friends over at Christian Parenting where she encourages Moms weekly to raise their children by God’s Word. Together, we're tackling the lie: I have to be supermom! Lisa co-hosts both The Wonder podcast and Raising Sinners podcast with our friends over at Christian Parenting where she encourages Moms weekly to raise their children by God’s Word. Today’s hustle culture creates a n...
2022-09-0555 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertWhat Does the Bible Say About 'Big Feelings' with Laura SmithHave you every wondered how God feels about our 'big feelings' or if the Bible has anything to say about them? Life can cause very human reactions from us especially when we are tired, stressed or have been deeply hurt. The book of Psalms is FULL of the author's 'big feelings' and downright rants to God. Join me this week for a discussion with the author of the new release, Restore My Soul, Laura Smith. Laura is no stranger to 'big feelings' and shar...
2022-06-2739 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertThe Key to Raising Confident Daughters with Terra MattsonThese days, it’s harder than ever to instill in our daughters the godly confidence they so desperately need. And without that confidence, our girls are left to navigate — on their own — the pressures and values of the world around them. This week on the show, Somer talks with licensed marriage and family therapist, life coach, author, speaker, podcast host and mom of 2, Terra Mattson. Somer and Terra discuss: Some of the greatest challenges mothers and daughters face today Giving moms confidence to tackle tough topics with their daughters The importance of healthy co...
2022-06-2042 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertTrusting God With the Twists and Turns of Your Story: Part 2 with Kristen ClarkThe twists and turns of life are hard but they are also an opportunity to lean in and learn more about the character and goodness of God. In this episode, author and co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries, Kristen Clark shares her story of infertility, miscarriage and God's perfect plan for her family through adoption. Kristen and I discussed: How to prepare for the twists and turns when you are in a blissful season Giving permission to grieve and rejoice at the same time How disappointment can lead to God's perfect plan for you Her ad...
2022-05-3040 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertTrusting God With the Twists and Turns of Your Story: Part 1 with Bethany Beal“But we know there is peace there is comfort there is hope because we can look in his presence and say ‘God one day I will be with you forever, one day every tear will be wiped away, one day I will be in your presence.’” Author and Co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries, Bethany Beal knows about the twists and turns life can bring. That is why she has a passion to encourage Christian women to look to God when things happen that they just don't understand. In this episode Bethany shares her story of...
2022-05-2337 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertEquipping Busy Parents to Teach Their Kids the Bible with The Red Haired Archaeologist,Amanda Hope HaleyIn today's conversation Author and Biblical archaeologist, Amanda Hope Haley, shares her passion for God's Word and teaching others to fall in love with the Bible for what it is and what it says. Most of us form our Christian worldview based on what we learned from stories in Sunday school, but today Amanda reminds us of the importance of proper context and accurate translation. She also reminds us that we as parents don't have to be scholars to read and understand the Bible and then teach it to our kids. In today's conversation Amanda a...
2022-05-1646 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertBlended with Grit and Grace with Jess RonneAuthor, speaker, podcast host, CEO of The Lucas Project, caregiver advocate and mom of 8 - any one of these is a full time job but my friend and guest of today’s show, Jess Ronne does them all! Jess has walked an incredible story of becoming a special needs mom, young widow and meeting her husband, Ryan, to become a blended family. She has learned how to ‘just keep livin’ when the unpredictable becomes reality and she has a heart to share God’s message of love and hope for families, caregivers and the unseen. In t...
2022-05-0936 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertIs It Time For a Digital Detox? with Molly DeFrankParents these days are digital pioneers, navigating uncharted territory with devices that can access the world with the tap of a finger. The average time spent on screens has doubled to over 8 hours per day since the pandemic. This means screens aren’t just giving our kids access to the world, rather screens have become their world. With this increased amount of time spent on technology, parents and medical professionals are seeing the mental, physical and behavioral effects on kids like never before. If you feel like your kids have become screen...
2022-05-0241 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertLife Can Be Good Again...Even When It Falls Apart with Lisa AppeloHow God can use unexpected and unwelcome seasons in our lives and how can that possibly be good? In the space of one night’s sleep, Lisa Appelo’s life upended and took her on a journey she never imagined and certainly didn’t welcome as she unexpectedly became a widow with 7 children. Learning to navigate life through grief while still needing to show up each day and be a strong mom, Lisa learned invaluable lessons that she now shares through her writing and speaking ministry. Today Lisa and I discuss her new b...
2022-04-2539 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Be A Heart Happy Mom with Tricia GoyerWhat does it mean for busy Christian moms to be heart happy in the Lord? Today on the show I am talking with Mom of 10, Best Selling Author and host of the Walk It Out podcast, Tricia Goyer Tricia is all too familiar with the busyness of spinning all the plates of motherhood, ministry and marriage and today she is sharing what the Lord has taught her and all about her new book, Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God’s Love During Chaotic Circumstances. In this episode, Trici...
2022-04-1836 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertReclaiming Our Daughter's Hearts with Trudy LoneskyOur daughters are growing up in a world where their identity is measured by a world that doesn’t exist. In addition to the normal growing pains, they now have social media, inescapable peer pressure and an unapologetic entertainment industry dictating unachievable standards. As Christian parents, it has never been more important to stand in between our daughters and a world seeking to rob them of their God-given identity. Today on the show I am talking with my dear friend and fellow Mama Bear, Trudy Lonesky. Trudy is the host of the Ki...
2022-04-1138 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertRedefining Joy with Suzanne EllerWhen our circumstances are challenging, it can be difficult to walk in joy. We can certainly agree that this world has presented its fair share of challenges over the past two years and caused many to lose their joy…. Joining me on the show today is bestselling author, Bible teacher and co-host of the More than Small Talk podcast, Suzanne Eller Suzie believes that joy is more than a feeling. It’s a knowing. In her new book, JoyKeeper, Suzie shares six biblical truths that will transform our understanding of j...
2022-03-2151 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow Do I Deal With This: When Bad Things Happen to Good People with Rebecca GeorgeHere on the show we do not shy away from the tough questions and today we are diving into a topic that can be really challenging for both Christ followers and non-believers: The question we are answering is - How Do I Deal With it when bad things keep happening to good people and for parents listening, how can we even begin to explain this to our children when we as adults don’t have the answer… Joining me to speak to this topic is my friend, Rebecca...
2022-03-0736 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow Do I Deal With This: Raising My Kids in Such an Unimaginable Time with Monica SwansonNo matter how old your kids get, you never really stop parenting - and raising the next generation of believers requires confidence, grace and intentionality like never before. Battles with technology, a culture that is increasingly turning the things of God upside down inside out and an unrelenting assault against the innocence and future of our children can leave parents exhausted, fearful and uncertain in how to navigate it all. We need Truth, we need counsel and we need an abundance of godly support as we daily take on the battle of raising our children...
2022-02-2840 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow Do I Deal With This: Mean Girls in the Church with Sarah GeringerHow Do I Deal With Mean Girls in the Church? Mean girls...ugh. Did you just cringe a little? I know, it doesn’t take much of a reminder to drudge up "all the feels" from experiences we’ve all had when it comes to being treated badly by sisters in Christ But you know what? We need to talk about this and ask the hard questions like - How do I honor Jesus and acknowledge the hurt at the same time? How does God want me to fo...
2022-02-2152 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow Do I Deal With This: The Purpose of Trials with Frank ViolaI've heard it said: You are either coming out of a storm, in the middle of a storm or you are going into one. That's a cheery thought isn't it? Although frustrating to acknowledge at times, the trials we experience in life should never come as a surprise to us. Scripture is clear that trials are inevitable this side of heaven. So, rather than living in dread, how can we as believers and Christian parents prepare ourselves to navigate our trials in such a way that welcomes the opportunity...
2022-02-1447 minLove Where You Are with Somer ColbertBeautifully Wrecked: 5 Lessons I Learned From My Adoption JourneyA child taken from our arms, an apology letter to a birth mom on the other side of the world, an overwhelming call to love the fatherless, 9 processes in 10 years and a journey that has changed our family’s life forever. Hello friends and welcome to the Love Where You Are podcast! My name is Somer Colbert and I am so excited to share this special episode with you today as I welcome the listeners of Christian Parenting to the show! While I typically host discussions on various topics to encourage grow...
2022-02-0549 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertLies Good Moms Believe: I Have to be Super-Mom with Lisa ClarkSuper mom. Who is she? Does she exist? And is she worth emulating? Today’s hustle culture creates a never ending hamster wheel that can very quickly fill our days with rushing from one thing to the next and add pressure for us and our kids to find our identities in what we do and not who we are. Pretty soon we find ourselves and our families worn out, stressed out and living life waiting for the next break instead of soaking up the mundane moments that build the culture and character of our family....
2021-11-1955 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertLies Good Moms Believe: I Have to Justify My Actions as a Christian Mom with Misty PhillipWe are called to be set apart, salt and light and difference makers but how can we do that if we are blending in with the crowd? We’ve been so conditioned as a society and even within the Christian community to avoid offense, follow the crowd and keep the peace. And yet now, more than ever, Mommas are answering a call to action and stepping out and making choices for their kids and their families that go completely against "the norm". This leaves a lot of people asking “why” and can create pressure for moms to feel li...
2021-11-0540 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertLies Good Moms Believe: I'm Just Too Busy To Read the Bible with Natalia DrummIn today’s episode I am joined by my friend, Bible Teacher, author of Girlfriends in the Word and host of the Girlfriends in the Word podcast, Natalia Drumm. I am so excited to share this discussion with you today as Natalia and I take on the lie: I’m Just Too Busy To Read the Bible! Natalia’s passion is to help make Bible study encouraging, understandable and sustainable for every woman in every season of life. As busy moms, it is a given that it is a battle to find time to spe...
2021-10-1536 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow Busy Christian Moms Can Have a 15 Minute Date with GodAs Christian women we want to have a healthy and growing relationship with God, right? Just like any other relationship, that means we need to spend time with Him. And yet, life keeps us so busy, distracted and never feeling like we are getting it right when it comes to spending time with God. The struggle is real and time never seems to be on our side. Can I get an amen?! In today’s episode, I am speaking with author, speaker and Executive Director of Hooks2Crook, Candice Reyes about How Busy Christian Moms Can Have a 1...
2021-07-3039 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertInviting Jesus into Your Motherhood JourneyWe want to do all the things and be all the things that our children need. We also struggle with the busy demands of life and a deep desire to sit at the feet of our Savior. Do we have to give up one for the other? What does it look like to balance our time with the Lord while also meeting the daily needs of those most precious to us? How can we serve Jesus through the way we love our kids? Join me and be encouraged as I discuss these questions and more with blogger, speaker and...
2021-06-2823 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertMotherhood and Ministry - You Don't Have to Choose!Motherhood is exhausting, refining and at times, even lonely. As busy moms, we find ourselves in "survival mode" and struggle with feelings of guilt for not savoring every moment. Add to that the extra burden we carry as Christian moms who deeply desire to live a life of ministry and make an impact for the kingdom, and you've got one worn out momma. Join me as I speak with writer and Editor in Chief of Mom Mentor, Sarah Wood, as we discuss the importance of community for moms in all seasons, share wisdom women wish they had...
2021-06-1851 min
Love Where You Are with Somer ColbertHow to Be a Happier Mom by Cultivating a Healthy MindsetThe first documented attack from the enemy in scripture was against Eve. What did he attack? Her mind. He caused her to question the goodness of God and the truth of His word. It's important to remember that the enemy's bag of tricks are the same now as they were at creation, but make no mistake, they are still highly effective. This week we are going to be diving in to our mindset and our mission as Christian women. Join me for this encouraging conversation with Mindset Coach, writer, speaker and host of...
2021-06-1149 min