Project Sisterhood

In this Men of Faith and Project Sisterhood crossover, Caleb and Chrissy Cole join Joel and Kate VanZanten for an honest conversation about marriage, insecurity, spiritual leadership, and becoming one. Drawing from 14 months and nearly 18 years of marriage, they discuss how marriage exposes pride and fear, why passivity and independence weaken unity, and how intentional connection, vulnerability, prayer, and adaptability help couples grow together. They also explore the difference between supporting your spouse and expecting them to become the source of your security, with a clear reminder to take your needs and insecurities to Jesus first.
  • (00:00) - The Hard Parts Don’t Outweigh the Good
  • (01:11) - Men of Faith and Project Sisterhood Crossover
  • (03:19) - Marriage After 14 Months and 18 Years
  • (06:22) - Becoming One Changes Your Identity
  • (08:26) - Marriage Exposes What You Hide
  • (10:16) - Marriage Is a Refining Commitment
  • (11:25) - Insecurity Can Distort Your Marriage
  • (13:15) - When Insecurity Produces Passive Leadership
  • (16:28) - Inviting Your Spouse Into Life With Jesus
  • (20:07) - Leading Together Under Pressure
  • (23:41) - Intentionality Prevents Emotional Drift
  • (27:19) - Learning Emotional Connection
  • (34:40) - Connection Must Adapt With Every Season
  • (40:08) - Personal Faith and Spiritual Unity
  • (45:06) - Lead, Share Your Needs, and Be Vulnerable

Creators and Guests

Host
Chrissy Cole
Chrissy’s parents moved to the U.S. from the Philippines in the late 70′s. She saw her parents both come to know the Lord at a young age. She and her family poured their lives into the local church and were changed by God. Chrissy attended Evangel University in Springfield, MO and earned a B.A. in Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations.
Guest
Caleb Cole
Caleb, a Sacramento native, grew up in a pastor’s home and is a third generation minister. At the age of 12, after one of his grandfather’s sermons, he felt a call from God to be a pastor. He consistently pursued that call throughout high school and college. Caleb attended Central Bible College in Springfield, MO where he earned a B.A. in Biblical Studies and went on to the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary where he earned an M.A. in Theological Studies.

What is Project Sisterhood?

Project Sisterhood is a podcast for women who want to grow in faith, find healthy community, and become who God created them to be.

Hosted by Chrissy Cole and the Project Church Sisterhood team, each episode brings honest conversations and biblical encouragement centered on identity, belonging, spiritual maturity, healing, relationships, and purpose.

With a mix of humor, vulnerability, and real-life wisdom, Project Sisterhood creates space for women in every age and stage to feel seen, strengthened, and connected—because you were never meant to do life alone.