The Strength of Her Voice: Women of Advent

Anna - Luke 2:36–38 (NIV)
“There was also a prophet, Anna.. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem.”

This Advent, we’re stepping into the stories of four women whose quiet faithfulness reshaped history—Anna, Hanna, Elizabeth, and Mary. Each week, this Advent series will explore the strength they carried, the hope they held onto, and the God who met them right where they were. In a season when we are often stretched thin, longing for direction, healing, or renewal, their voices remind us that Advent is not just a countdown to Christmas. It is an invitation to wait, to trust, and to believe that God is moving even in the unseen.

Across the themes of Hope, Joy, Love, and Peace, we’ll look at how these women embodied endurance and expectation in the middle of real life—disappointment, longing, confusion, obedience, and miraculous promise. Their stories illuminate the truth that Advent is not passive waiting; it is courageous participation in what God is bringing to life.

Each episode begins with “The Strength Of…” because these women weren’t powerful by worldly standards—they were powerful because they stayed tethered to the presence of God. Their strength is a mirror for us today: strength in surrender, in persistence, in faith, in listening, and in saying yes.

This series is designed for anyone who needs fresh hope, deeper joy, rekindled love, or grounding peace in this season. Whether Advent feels full of anticipation or full of ache, these voices meet us with gentleness and truth.

In this episode, I’m joined by Molly Huffman, a mother, wife, and author who is no stranger to grief. Molly walked through losing her mother, her son, and her marriage and has slowly seen the Lord rebuild her courage, hope, and faith in Him. Together, we’ll explore Anna, another woman who is no stranger to lament. I can’t wait for you to hear the wisdom and warmth they bring to this conversation and how we learn to wait on the Lord and walk through grief in Advent this year. 

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Enneagram 1: the Reformer. 

Core motivation: The be good, virtuous, right and ethical. 

Common traits: Principles, perfectionist, fair, and organized. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by Allyson, a lover of all things enneagram and a very organized and functional ONE! She helps us understand her love for the enneagram and how it helps her function in the world as well as how an enneagram one sees what is "right" and how they strive to be perfect in their own eyes. 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 2: the helper. 

Core motivation: to be loved, wanted, and appreciated. 

Common traits: empathetic, helpful, sensitive, and loving. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by my friend Stephanie Wakefield, a mother of almost 3 and a devoted follower of Jesus. Stephanie is kind, fun, and welcoming - she seeks to make life easier for people in her corner and it was an honor to interview her and hear about her heart for others and the Lord. 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 3: the achiever. 

Core motivation: to be valuable, successful, and admired. 

Common traits: energetic, confident, goal-oriented, and competitive. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by my friend Taylor Wills, a motivated and goal-oriented orthopedic therapist! Taylor helps us understand the thoughts and mindset of the enneagram 3 and how we can all learn to continue to be better versions of ourselves. 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 4: the Individualist

Core motivation: to find themselves and their significance in this world and to create identity

Common traits: the sensitive, introspective type. 4's are expressive, dramatic, self-aborded, and temperamental. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by my friend Abby Wilkerson, a kind and fun woman who is creative, engaging, and a lover of the beauty of the world around her. Abby helps us understand the 4's inner dialogue, their creative spirit, and their ability to find beauty and wonder in this world. 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 5: the Investigator

Core motivation: the need to understand, gain knowledge, and conserve energy / resources. 

Common traits: high observant, insightful, curious, innovative, and analytical. 5's are independent and self reliant. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by my friend Izzy Chesser, co-founder of Chesser media along with her husband. Izzy is intelligent, thoughtful, hard working, and the #1 person you want working on your side. She dives into the 5's need for knowledge, their ability to stay organized (thank God someone can), and their close knit friendship circles. 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 6: the Loyalist. 

Core motivation: to feel safe, secure, &supported.

Common traits: loyal, thoughtful, dependable, & hardworking.

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by my dear friend Savannah Hallman, a passionate woman who deeply loves Jesus & others. Savannah is a therapist who has committed her life to serving individuals and couples, pointing them back to Jesus in their journey. She invites us to understand the enneagram 6 in a deeper way and I am so grateful for her insight and love she shares!! 

We discuss how the Enneagram 6 is a loyal companion, advocate for their loved ones, and a great friend to have by your side. We touch on anxiety, self doubt, joy, being misunderstood, having a lack of control, and investing in the love of God. She invites us to look at how far God has taken us on our journey and how deeply He is inviting us into His love. 

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 7: the enthusiast. 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. Today, I’m joined by TWO of my dear friends, Kylie Pemberton & Liz Louden, two amazing, strong, and very passionate women chasing after the heart of God. Kylie is my first repeat guest and is filled with knowledge and kindness. Liz is an enthusiastic (!!) leader at Asbury University in their residence life - she is spunky, fun, and strong. We are so lucky to have them in our lives! 

Today, we dive into the 7! 7's are motivated by the desire to be happy, satisfied, and fulfilled. They are dreamers, doers, and party starters! 7's avoid pain, are flexible and spontaneous, and at times, a bit scattered haha (me). 

We discuss how the Enneagram isn't just a personality tool, but a powerful mirror that can help women live with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. As women clothed in strength, we believe that knowing ourselves is essential to walking fully in the identity God has given us — not out of self-focus, but out of Spirit-led awareness and transformation.

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 8: the challenger! 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. 

Today, I’m joined by my friend Carmen Eby, to discover the beauty and strength of the enneagram 8! Carmen graduated from Asbury Theological Seminary with her masters in Mental Health Counseling. Carmen is a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate and works with individuals to care for their emotional and physical well-being. As a challenger, Carmen shares about the misconceptions of the 8, the gift they provide in their communities, and how we can better work with and love our enneagram 8 friends. 

We discuss how the Enneagram 8 functions in the world as a challenger & operated to seek justice & protect others from the harms of the world. I am so thankful for this conversation and excited for you to learn with us! 

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram 8:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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Enneagram 9: the peacemaker! 

In this series of the Clothed in Strength Podcast, we explore the power of self-awareness through the lens of the Enneagram - finding the strength in the women we were meant to be. 

Today, I’m joined by my friend Lexus Marshall, a passionate voice and leader in her community, to dive deep into how understanding how the enneagram 9 operates in this world. Lexus is a leader with the Christian Student Fellowship at the University of Kentucky and is passionate about encouraging young men and women to be the best version of themselves. 

We discuss how the Enneagram 9 functions in the world as a PEACEMAKER & operated to care for others and make the world a better place to live. We chat about self care for enneagram 9's, the power of confrontation and conflict, and how the peacemaker's show us a unique version of Jesus. I am so thankful for this conversation and excited for you to learn with us! 

🔗 Explore more on the Enneagram 9:

• The Gospel Enneagram: A Christ-centered approach to the Enneagram that integrates spiritual formation and grace.
• The Enneagram Institute: One of the most trusted resources for in-depth Enneagram type descriptions and tools.

Whether you're new to the Enneagram or already deep in the journey, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing into self-discovery and spiritual growth — because strength begins with surrender, and clarity leads to courage.

🕊 Let’s become women who are not only strong — but self-aware, surrendered, and Spirit-led.

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