Building Strong Homes: Blueprints to Strengthen Your Faith and Family podcast

Carol Roper
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Best 100 Christian Family Podcasts in the US. Welcome to Building Strong Homes, the podcast where faith meets family in the most practical and powerful ways. I'm your host, Carol Roper, wife, mom and former home designer who used to spend my days drafting floor plans and designing details, but now I help wives and moms design lives based on God's word. This podcast is for women who want more than survival mode. You want clarity. You want purpose. You want a home that stands strong—not just physically, but spiritually. Inside each episode, you'll find practical tools that include: *How to strengthen your marriage and motherhood through biblical truth *Candid conversations with men and women who've faced real challenges and found God's grace *Encouragement to stand firm, even when culture says otherwise *Actionable ways to bless your home and influence your community If you've ever wondered how your ordinary days could build something extraordinary, you're in the right place. Discover biblical blueprints for shaping a legacy that reflects God's design—one brick of faith at a time.

  1. 6d ago

    She Didn't Want a Divorce. She Got One Anyway with Jody Allen Ep. 182

    Jody Allen, author of Hidden Heartache, joins [Your Name] to talk about surviving a marriage broken by her husband's pornography addiction — and finding hope after divorce she never wanted. A raw, honest conversation about shame, healing, and ministering to women walking the same road. If you've ever carried shame that wasn't yours, this episode is for you. Find out more about The Flourish Retreat Sign up for my weekly newsletter  Watch on YouTube She Didn't Want a Divorce. She Got One Anyway with Jody Allen

    She Didn't Want a Divorce. She Got One Anyway with Jody Allen Ep. 182

  2. Sep 24

    Bonus Episode: I Said Yes at 29. I Didn't Know What I Was Signing Up For with Carol Roper Ep. 181

    In this bonus Kitchen Table episode, host Carol Roper shares her personal story of how God called her into ministry at just 29 years old — and the 30+ years of twists, turns, and seasons of confusion that followed as she pursued that calling. Carol opens up about what it feels like to sense the tug of the Holy Spirit pulling you toward something deeper, even when the path forward isn't clear. If you've ever wondered whether you're truly hearing from God or questioned the direction of your own calling, this episode offers honesty, encouragement, and practical courage for the journey — along with a reminder that the most important calling of all is a deep relationship with God Himself. Carol also shares an invitation to the Flourish Retreat, an upcoming retreat for women seeking community, clarity, and closer relationship with God in this season of life.

    Bonus Episode: I Said Yes at 29. I Didn't Know What I Was Signing Up For with Carol Roper Ep. 181

  3. Sep 22

    I Quit My Job for My Dream. I'd Do It Again — Even Knowing How Hard It Got with Carol Roper Ep. 180

    In this first Kitchen Table episode of the fall season, we ask a question if we knew how hard it would be would we do it anyway? Through a personal story of chasing a dream career, hitting financial hardship building a small business, and crying out to God for a way out, this episode explores what happens when an answered prayer doesn't look like relief — and how perseverance, faith, and trust can turn a struggling season into the very thing that shapes your character and calling. If you're a woman pursuing a dream that keeps hitting obstacles, this conversation will help you see your struggle in a completely different light. We also talk about Flourish, an upcoming retreat for women navigating seasons of transition, obstacle, and purpose — because no one should have to carry a hard season alone. Find out more about the retreat here Watch on YouTube I Quit My Job for My Dream. I'd Do It Again — Even Knowing How Hard It Got

    I Quit My Job for My Dream. I'd Do It Again — Even Knowing How Hard It Got with Carol Roper Ep. 180

  4. Sep 15

    How to Know if it's God or Just a Crazy Idea with Brittany Bruce Ep. 179

    There's a moment in every woman's story where she wonders if she's lost her way — where the calling she once felt so clearly suddenly feels confusing, heavy, or out of reach. I know that moment well. In fact, when I first met today's guest, I was standing right in the middle of it. I was discouraged, frustrated, and honestly ready to give up on the dream God had put in my heart. But God met me through a woman who has walked her own winding path of obedience, surrender, and calling — Brittany Bruce. She's a business and ministry coach, the founder of Well Done Women, and the author of the brand‑new book You're Not Crazy, You're Called. In this conversation, Brittany shares how God asked her to leave her million‑dollar business, move her family away from everything familiar, and step into a calling that made absolutely no sense on paper. She talks about fear, confusion, wilderness seasons, and the difference between a "crazy idea" and a God‑given assignment. Brittany is one of our speakers at the Flourish Retreat, and what she shares today is exactly the kind of clarity, courage, and spiritual direction we'll be diving into together in Charleston. If you've been feeling stuck, unsure, or quietly wondering what God is asking of you next… this episode is your invitation to lean in. Preorder Brittany's book, You're Not Crazy You're Called Find out more about The Flourish Retreat I'd love for you to become part of the Building Strong Homes Community by signing up for my weekly newsletter You can also click to sign up to become part of my free Facebook community. Watch on YouTube How to Know If It's God or Just a "Crazy Idea" with Brittany Bruce

    How to Know if it's God or Just a Crazy Idea with Brittany Bruce Ep. 179

  5. Sep 8

    Inside Ground Zero: A 9/11 Firefighter's Story of Courage, Loss, and Faith with Niels Jorgensen Ep. 178

    In this special live episode, retired NYC firefighter Niels Jorgensen shares his firsthand account of serving at Ground Zero on 9/11. Niels reflects on the courage of first responders, the loss of nearly 3,000 innocent lives, and his own battle with a rare leukemia caused by toxin exposure during the recovery efforts. Recorded in front of a live audience, this conversation also honors our local Fountain Inn fire, police, and EMS departments, who attended in their Class A uniforms. You'll hear powerful stories of sacrifice, resilience, and faith — and why remembering 9/11 matters for the next generation. Watch the full interview on YouTube to see Niels and our local heroes. A link to Alan Jackson's Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning music video (referenced in the episode) is included in the show notes. Niels 20th anniversary of 9/11 20 for 20 Podcast Video Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning? Join us at The Flourish Retreat on Kiawah Island, October 15-18 I'd love for you to become part of the Building Strong Homes Community by signing up for my weekly newsletter You can also click to sign up to become part of my free Facebook community. Watch on YouTube Inside Ground Zero: A 9/11 Firefighter's Story of Courage, Loss and Faith with Niels Jorgensen

    Inside Ground Zero: A 9/11 Firefighter's Story of Courage, Loss, and Faith with Niels Jorgensen Ep. 178

  6. Sep 1

    Her Childhood was Broken. Her Legacy Isn't with Sam Navarro Ep. 177

    She grew up in a home marked by addiction, instability, and zero faith influence. When a friend invited her to church at fifteen, everything changed — except her parents' response. They kicked her out, leaving her alone on the streets with nowhere to go. But God wasn't done writing her story. With the help of a local church who gave her a place to live, she finished high school, went to college, and built a life rooted in faith, stability, and purpose. Today, she's a homeschooling mom of four, married for fifteen years, and walking in a freedom her childhood never offered. She refused to become a victim of her circumstances. She chose forgiveness over bitterness. And she reconciled with both of her parents — even experiencing healing with her mom before her dad passed away. This conversation is for every woman who has ever wondered if her past disqualifies her from a hopeful future. Her story proves: God can redeem what felt impossible, restore what was broken, and rewrite what was painful. Join us at The Flourish Retreat on Kiawah Island, October 15-18 You're invited to my first live interview on September 3, Faith Through the Fire: A 9/11 Firefighter's Story of Survival with Niels Jorgensen I'd love for you to become part of the Building Strong Homes Community by signing up for my weekly newsletter You can also click to sign up to become part of my free Facebook community. Watch on YouTube Her Childhood was Broken. Her Legacy Isn't with Sam Navarro

    Her Childhood was Broken. Her Legacy Isn't with Sam Navarro Ep. 177

  7. Aug 25

    Duck Dynasty's Untold Redemption Story: Phil Robertson's Past and Phyllis' Miracle Discovery Ep. 176

    In this powerful episode, Phyllis Robertson Thomas — daughter of Phil Robertson from Duck Dynasty — shares the incredible story of discovering her biological father through a DNA test, a revelation that led her into a family she never knew she had and a redemption story only God could write. Phyllis opens up about navigating identity, healing from long‑buried wounds, and experiencing God's grace in the most unexpected places. Her testimony is honest, hope‑filled, and deeply encouraging for anyone walking through seasons of uncertainty, transition, or restoration and proves God can turn our painful past into a beautiful blessing. You'll be amazed how God brought both of these stories full-circle. Preorder Phyllis' book I Never Knew  Find a trusted counselor at Psychology Today Find out more about The Flourish Retreat in Kiawah Island, October 15-18 Watch on YouTube Duck Dynasty's Untold Redemption Story: Phil Robertson's Past and Phyllis' Miracle Discovery Ep. 176 Listen to Megan Phillips interview Discovering the Dad Who Raised Her Wasn't Her Biological Father

    Duck Dynasty's Untold Redemption Story: Phil Robertson's Past and Phyllis' Miracle Discovery Ep. 176

  8. Aug 11

    How to Defend Your Faith without Losing Your Cool with Liz Cobo Ep. 175

    Liz Cobo says that nothing has deepened her faith and changed her walk with Jesus like studying the Bible. Studying God's Word literally changed her life. Things that were once important priorities aren't anymore. Things that were once afterthoughts are now at the top of her list.  Scripture is God's self-revelation and is available to anyone willing to take the time and make the effort to read and study. Liz understands that now. God promises in his Word that he will give us greater understanding of His Word when we read it.  Liz always believed in God, but didn't always know Jesus and lived a lot of her life not knowing what the Bible says and doesn't say. Maybe you've experienced (or are experiencing) the same thing? We know what it means to be an unbeliever or to be unchurched. But what about believers who don't know God's word? She describes them as soldiers who take no weapons or no armor into war.  Liz wants women to become educated believers and shares practical ways to learn. Her passion is to help them understand, study and apply the word of God in their daily lives. And to share God's truth with grace to unbelievers and the unBibled. We talk about all of this and more in this episode. Find Liz at LizCobo.com and take her Bible Study Quiz, find her podcast UnBibled, and check out her new Bible Basics Course Sign up for The Flourished Retreat on Kiawah Island, October 15-18 Sign up for my weekly newsletter and receive a helpful tip for building a strong family along with podcast updates and upcoming events Watch on YouTube How to Defend Your Faith without Losing Your Cool with Liz Cobo

    How to Defend Your Faith without Losing Your Cool with Liz Cobo Ep. 175
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Best 100 Christian Family Podcasts in the US. Welcome to Building Strong Homes, the podcast where faith meets family in the most practical and powerful ways. I'm your host, Carol Roper, wife, mom and former home designer who used to spend my days drafting floor plans and designing details, but now I help wives and moms design lives based on God's word. This podcast is for women who want more than survival mode. You want clarity. You want purpose. You want a home that stands strong—not just physically, but spiritually. Inside each episode, you'll find practical tools that include: *How to strengthen your marriage and motherhood through biblical truth *Candid conversations with men and women who've faced real challenges and found God's grace *Encouragement to stand firm, even when culture says otherwise *Actionable ways to bless your home and influence your community If you've ever wondered how your ordinary days could build something extraordinary, you're in the right place. Discover biblical blueprints for shaping a legacy that reflects God's design—one brick of faith at a time.

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