Mother-Daughter Wisdom on Life, Faith, and Identity

Sandra Stanley received her Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Tech and Master of Arts from Dallas Theological Seminary. Sandra has a heart for foster kids and foster families, as she and Andy have been foster parents since 2010. Much of her time these days is spent working on various writing projects and continuing her involvement with Fostering Together, the foster care initiative of North Point Ministries. Allie Stanley Cooney graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Communication. She completed the North Point Residency program and simultaneously earned a Master of Christian Education degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. With a decade of experience guiding students along their spiritual journeys, Allie is passionate about empowering middle school, high school, and college students to embrace a life devoted to following Jesus wholeheartedly. During this episode, Sandra and her daughter Allie discuss their inspiring new book, Meet Me in the Middle: 8 Mother-Daughter Conversations about Life and Faith. Delving into the dynamics of the challenging middle and high school years, our conversation centers around fostering strong, faith-driven relationships between mothers and daughters. We explore their book, which provides invaluable insights and practical advice on navigating crucial topics such as identity, comparison, stress, and decision-making, all through the lens of Philippians 4:4-9. Episode Highlights: Navigating teenage years: Sandra and Allie emphasize the importance of open communication during middle and high school years. They explore how building a strong relationship can pave the way for meaningful conversations, especially during challenging times. Biblical wisdom with Philippians 4:4-9: Discover how this scripture provides a roadmap for living out one's identity in Christ, offering practical steps for both mothers and daughters to strengthen their faith and relationship. Tackling real-life topics: The book covers essential topics like comparison, stress, identity, and decision-making. Sandra and Allie offer practical advice on celebrating others, leveraging personal gifts, and guarding one's heart and mind. Resource for all generations: Whether you're a mom, grandma, aunt, or mentor, this book offers valuable insights that can benefit any woman nurturing a young girl's spiritual journey. Sandra’s Website, Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter. Allie’s Instagram & Twitter. * * * * * * * * Love this episode? Please leave us a rating/review and share this episode with a friend! You can find a list of all our episodes here.