Women & Faith

Mere Christianity- The Perfect Penitent

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:55:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- The Perfect Penitent

Mere Christianity- The Shocking Alternative

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:05:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- The Shocking Alternative

Mere Christianity- The Invasion

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:15:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- The Invasion

Mere Christianity- The Rival Conceptions of God

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:25:00 -0400

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Mere Christianity- We Have Cause to Be Uneasy

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- We Have Cause to Be Uneasy

Mere Christianity- What Lies Behind the Law

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- What Lies Behind the Law

Mere Christianity- The Reality of the Law

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:20:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- The Reality of the Law

Mere Christianity- Some Objections

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:50:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- Some Objections

Mere Christianity- The Law of Human Nature

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:44:00 -0400

Mere Christianity- The Law of Human Nature

Mere Christianity - Preface and Foreward

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:55:00 -0400

Mere Christianity - Preface and Foreward

Mere Christianity - Introduction

Mike Fabarez — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:10:00 -0400

Listen as host Stephanie Schwartz, Rylan Weber and Gracie Coll work through C.S. Lewis' book, Mere Christianity - starting with this introduction episode.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 12

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 17:08:00 -0400

What does omnipotence mean, and how should our knowledge of God’s omnipotence aid us in our battle with fear, worry, and anxiety?

Options in Education- Hybrid School

Mike Fabarez — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 06:15:00 -0400

In our final Options in Education episode, Karen Chien joins Stephanie to discuss hybrid school’s advantages and disadvantages.

Options in Education- Homeschool

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 18:24:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Lindsey Henderson discuss the “why” and “why not” when it comes to homeschooling.

Options in Education- Private School

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:31:00 -0400

Jennifer Wieczorek joins Stephanie as they consider the pros and cons of private schools.

Options in Education- Public School

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 15:50:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz discusses the advantages and disadvantages of public school with Traci Mansfield.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 11

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:42:00 -0400

In this episode, we consider the wisdom of God and how we must come to a place where, even though we may not know all the “whys” of life, we are content with the fact that God does.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 10

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:34:00 -0400

The fact that God is all-knowing, or omniscient, should be fantastic news for those in Christ and motivate us to love and obey him more.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 9

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:11:00 -0400

Stephanie helps us consider what God’s immutability means for us and why we should be glad that we aren’t immutable.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 8

Mike Fabarez — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 10:41:00 -0400

In this episode, we think about God’s infinitude or what Tozer calls “the most difficult to grasp” of everything said about God.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 7

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:50:00 -0400

Host, Stephanie Schwartz, discusses God’s eternal nature and why we should consider our present troubles in light of the big picture.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 6

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:42:00 -0400

We continue our journey through A.W. Tozer’s The Knowledge of the Holy, focusing on the self-sufficiency of God and the fact that, unlike us, he has no “needs.”

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 5

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:02:00 -0400

In this episode, we look at God’s self-existence as we consider Tozer’s statement, “Because we are the handiwork of God, it follows that all our problems and their solutions are theological.”

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 4

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz discusses the Holy Trinity and why we shouldn’t be surprised that we cannot understand everything about God.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 3

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 16:21:00 -0400

As we study the attributes of God in Tozer’s The Knowledge of the Holy, we must begin by defining “attribute” and thinking about how God’s self-revelation should impact us.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 2

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 16:20:00 -0400

We continue our journey through A.W. Tozer’s The Knowledge of the Holy, pondering the truth that we simply cannot know everything about God.

The Knowledge of the Holy- Chapter 1

Mike Fabarez — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz looks at the first chapter of A.W. Tozer’s The Knowledge of the Holy, helping us see why it’s critical that we think rightly about God.

The Knowledge of the Holy - Preface

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:44:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz introduces us to A.W. Tozer’s The Knowledge of the Holy, explaining why we must elevate our view of God.

Social Media (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 06:22:00 -0400

We conclude our series, “What Would Jesus Like,” with Stephanie challenging us to use social media for good.

Social Media (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 03:44:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz asks us to think about how our social media time may be impacting our own hearts.

Social Media (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 02:31:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz challenges us to consider two questions we should ask ourselves before we post, comment or even “like” on social media sites.

Husband’s BF (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 14:53:00 -0400

Ashely Corrado is back with Stephanie in our final episode on being your husband’s best friend. This time we talk about meeting our husband’s needs.

Husband’s BF (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 14:51:00 -0400

Ashley Corrado joins Stephanie again as we consider ways to prioritize our time with and for our husbands.

Husband’s BF (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:44:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz and guest Ashley Corrado discuss why it’s important that we prioritize our marriages and our relationship with our husbands over our family and friends.

Affirmation (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 06:56:00 -0400

Stephanie is back with Cheri Clark continuing our look at affirmation. In this episode, we discuss practical ways to be more affirming within the many relationships we hold.

Affirmation (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 16:54:00 -0400

Join host Stephanie Schwartz and guest Cheri Clark as they talk about the need to be affirming and the positive difference that encouraging words can make.

Trusting God (Even When Times Are Tough) (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0400

Stephanie and Bernadette Terzich-Katanic meet again to hear from Bernadette. Although suffering significant loss as a young wife and mother, God allowed Bernadette to endure even more hardship. Learn about trust in the Lord through the second half of Bernadette's incredible story.

Trusting God (Even When Times Are Tough) (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 09:30:00 -0400

Join host Stephanie Schwartz and guest Bernadette Terzich-Katanic, as Bernadette shares what trusting God looks like practically, explaining how her confidence in Christ carried her through an excruciating time of life.

29 - Dating (Part 6)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 26 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Join Stephanie as our guest, Valerie Kaeding gives practical advice and steps to begin dating regardless of your life stage.

28 - Dating (Part 5)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 21 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In our fifth episode on dating, Stephanie and Valerie Kaeding discuss the necessity of attraction in a dating and potential marriage relationship, thinking about the spiritual, emotional, and physical components of attraction.

27 - Dating (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 07 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In our fourth episode on dating, Stephanie and Valerie Kaeding talk about the importance of dating and marrying a man with a solid work ethic.

26 - Dating (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 05 May 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Guest, Valerie Kaeding is back with Stephanie to continue their discussion on dating. In this episode, we look at the need for self-control in both those we date and ourselves.

25 - Dating (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Stephanie and Valerie Kaeding talk about why Christians must limit their dating and potential candidates for marriage to those who are also genuine Christians.

24 - Dating (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0400

We begin our series by discussing how to prayerfully consider whether or not we have the desire to date and eventually be married. Valerie Kaeding joins host, Stephanie Schwartz, as we work through this important topic.

23 - Time Management (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In our final time management episode, Stephanie and Janine Lopez talk about the need of every Christian to make time to serve in some way at her church.

22 - Time Management (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:11:00 -0400

Stephanie and Janine Lopez continue the time management topic, focusing on our need to prioritize the important, especially as we soon return to “normal” schedules. Find Janine’s graphic illustrating priorities at bit.ly/WFTime

21 - Time Management (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:05:00 -0400

In this episode, guest Janine Lopez joins Stephanie Schwartz to give practical suggestions and tips for structuring our time that we might use it wisely.

20 - Time Management (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400

We begin our discussion on time management by considering the importance of a low maintenance lifestyle and our need to be content with the things we have. Guest Janine Lopez joins host, Stephanie Schwartz, in this episode.

19 - Girl Moms (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:50:00 -0400

In our final Girl Moms episode, we discuss the way we treat our husbands and how that paves the way for our daughters’ thinking and expectations in their marriages. Rachel Barnett and Susan Tweed are again guests with host, Stephanie Schwartz.

18 - Girl Moms (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:46:00 -0400

We continue to discuss our roles as mothers of girls, this time talking about teaching our daughters how to exercise wisdom when dating. Guests Rachel Barnett and Susan Tweed rejoin host, Stephanie Schwartz.

17 - Girl Moms (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In our second episode on Girl Moms, guests Rachel Barnett and Susan Tweed join host, Stephanie Schwartz, to discuss how to help our daughters find and maintain good and godly friendships.

16 - Girl Moms (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Host, Stephanie Schwartz, is joined by Rachel Barnett and Susan Tweed in our first of a series about being mothers of girls. This episode highlights our need to teach our daughters to turn from the world’s definition of beauty and focus on what God...

15 - Friendship (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Guests Kate Kjeell and Jennifer Morris are back with host, Stephanie Schwartz, to think about Jesus, our ultimate friend, and our call to invest in others as he has invested into us.

14 - Friendship (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we consider unrealistic expectations we may place upon our friends. Guests Kate Kjeell and Jennifer Morris rejoin host, Stephanie Schwartz.

13 - Friendship (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Stephanie Schwartz is back with guests, Kate Kjeell and Jennifer Morris, suggesting ways to make and maintain (godly) friendships.

12 - Friendship (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Guests Kate Kjeell and Jennifer Morris join host, Stephanie Schwartz, to discuss the topic of friendship. We will look at the importance of friendship in this episode.

11 - Parenting (Part 5)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

We wrap up our parenting series, talking about our role as parents of adults. Host Stephanie Schwartz, along with Sarah Cox and Jen Gray, see the need to encourage our children when they become adults.

10 - Parenting (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Guests Sarah Cox and Jen Gray are back with host, Stephanie Schwartz, to discuss how we can help our junior high and high school kids consider Christ’s command to love God and love others.

09 - Parenting (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Stephanie Schwartz, with guests Sarah Cox and Jen Gray, discuss parenting during the elementary years. We point out how essential it is that we teach our children why they must follow the rules.

08 - Parenting (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Sarah Cox and Jen Gray are back again with host, Stephanie Schwartz, talking about parenting toddlers through the preschool years. We focus on our need to teach young kids to follow the rules.

07 - Parenting (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Sarah Cox and Jen Gray join host Stephanie Schwartz, as we discuss parenting beginning with pregnancy through to the toddler years. We look at the benefits of routine and order.

06 - Anxiety (Part 5)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

We wrap up the topic of anxiety, thinking about anxiety that results from over-commitment. Stephanie Schwartz hosts with guests Cheri Altman and Sharon Cannavo.

05 - Anxiety (Part 4)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we consider anxiety that is generated by fear. Stephanie Schwartz hosts with guests Cheri Altman and Sharon Cannavo.

04 - Anxiety (Part 3)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Stephanie Schwartz continues the topic of anxiety due to disobedience; this time looking at “sins of omission” with guests Cheri Altman and Sharon Cannavo.

03 - Anxiety (Part 2)

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Stephanie Schwartz discusses the topic of anxiety due to disobedience, specifically “sins of commission,” with guests Cheri Altman and Sharon Cannavo.

02 - Anxiety (Part 1)

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Host Stephanie Schwartz discusses the topic of anxiety due to a lack of trust in God with guests Cheri Altman and Sharon Cannavo.

01 - Introduction

Mike Fabarez — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Listen as Stephanie Schwartz, the Director of Women's Ministry at Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, CA., introduces you to the Women & Faith Podcast, a show intended to help women trust and obey God by knowing and applying his word.

00 - Podcast Preview

Mike Fabarez — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0400

Women & Faith: Helping Women Trust and Obey God by Knowing and Applying His Word