Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

How's your intimacy? Is your sex life thriving? Or are you experiencing a disconnection when it comes to intimacy? Whether married or single, God's design for our sex life includes wholeness and healing. Learn how God's design for sex, marriage, and intimacy to be connected has been disrupted, and some steps to take toward healing and integrity in this fascinating podcast.  Resources Mentioned: Re...

In 2018 alone, more than 5,517,000,000 hours of porn were consumed on the world largest porn site.  Whether married, single, male or female, pornography is impacting our culture and countless lives. Ron DeHaas president and co-founder of Covenant Eyes joins Dr. Carol to discuss why those number have increased and what can be done if you or someone you know is struggling with sex addiction.    Disc...

Keith Wheeler is carrying a 12-foot wooden cross around the world to share the simple message of God's love. Since 1985, it's taken him to over 175 countries on all seven continents. Today, he joins Dr. Carol to discuss that as well as why following Jesus even in hardship is part of the Christian life.  Follow Keith Wheeler's travels around the world, and find out how you can support his ministry,...

David and Karin Hunter of Discovery Channel's Raised Hunting join Dr. Carol to discuss how a love for the outdoors was the catalyst for building and growing their faith, strengthening their marriage and transforming their family all for God's glory.     Find David and Karin's new book  Raised Hunting: True Stories of Faith, Family, and the Adventure of Hunting Watch  Raised Hunting on the Discover...

If you've ever felt as though you have no one to talk with, you're not alone. Loneliness is an epidemic. According to a recent study, the average adult has no one with whom they can discuss important matters. The impact of having no one to talk with impacts more than your emotional state. Loneliness rivals smoking and obesity as a risk factor for illness, disability, and even early death.  In toda...

Do you desire to improve your relationships, finances or another area in life? Change is never easy, but it can be accomplished. Katherine Lee joins Dr. Carol in today's broadcast to set the record straight on how to not only take the first step but accelerate the process for transformation.  Filled with easy-to-apply changes, this podcast could be the catalyst to the lasting changes you desire. ...

"What happens in your soul happens in your cells." Is there trauma in your life that has not been fully resolved? If you've experienced physical symptoms affecting your health, there may be a link spiritually and mentally. Listen as Susie Larson, author, speaker, and talk-show host discusses her personal story with Dr. Carol as well as the keys to being Fully Alive in every area of life.    Resour...

Does God want us to suffer? Or is it the byproduct of actions we bring on ourselves through our sin and brokenness? In today's episode, Dr. Carol unpacks one of the most often asked questions by Christians. Drawing from Scripture and practical examples, she demystifies what suffering is and is not in this insightful podcast.  Read the articles referenced by Dr. Carol:  • How to Escape Unnecessary...

Since the landmark U.S. Supreme court Roe v. Wade decision, abortion is legal in all 50 states. However recent legislation on a state level has renewed the legal and Moral battle.  In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Carol discusses Robin's story of abortion as a Christian and God's redeeming grace on her life and ministry.   Rachel's Vineyard  is a therapeutic support group in the United States an...

  In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by New York Times best-selling author, Mo Isom to discuss how sex should and can be redeemed by the church for the betterment of God's people.   Mo Isom has a number of resources yo'll want to check out:  Connect with Mo Isom on  her website ,  Instagram ,  Facebook , or  Twitter .  Find the new curriculum,  Sex and Jesus; the Conversation Continued       ...

Have you ever had God do a 180 on you? On today's episode, Chad and Julie Canon join Dr. Carol to share their story that included the adoption of their daughter and how their lives were transformed–in a good and surprising way.    To get in touch with Chad or Julie Cannon, send Dr. Carol a message and she'll be glad to connect you.    Resources mentioned by Chad and Julie: Faithful Adoption Consul...

Do you desire to experience God's kind of life physically, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually? In today's special episode, Dr. Carol provides insight on how to do that as well as a new resource designed to help you live the way Jesus intended.       If you'd like to find connection and encouragement from others who are also seeking to grow in these ways visit the Fully Alive Group .  

If you've experienced a loss, there is a pathway to healing and hope. In today's podcast, Dr. Carol unpacks everything you need to know to work through the crises of faith and emotional hurt drawing from the scriptures and her own personal journey.    Find  The Christian's Journey Through Grief  on  Amazon , or wherever Christian books are sold.  Begin your 30-day email devotional series by textin...

The apostle Paul declared Christians do not grieve in the same way as those who do not have hope (1 Thess. 4:13). But that doesn't mean we don't or shouldn't grieve.  Dr. Carol is joined today by Drs. Sam and Brenda Chand as they discuss what exactly is a Christian's grieving process, how to embrace God's comfort and more. Resources mentioned in this episode:  Get your copy or  The Christian's Jou...

What's the worst thing that's ever happened to you? Are you in the midst of it right now? Our world is full of things that are not OK and often we don't know how to handle it or help someone that's experiencing their worst day(s).  In today's podcast, Dr. Carol unpacks what to do if you are hurting and things appear insurmountable. Resources mentioned: Get your copy of  The Christian's Journey Thr...

Girls and women are affected with pornography too. Today Dr Carol talks with Jessica Harris about her experience being addicted to - and finding freedom from - pornography addiction. They also talk about Jessica's recent marriage, and the issue that has been even harder for her and her husband to address than her past with pornography.    Connect with Jessica Harris on  her website ,  Facebook , ...

How do you invite God's intervention into your life? And why does mindset play a vital role in overcoming or maintaining health? In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by board-certified neurosurgeon and medical missionary, Glenn Harper, MD to discuss faith, wellness and more.

The topic of sex has various perspectives that elicit strong opinions. But what does God say about it and how can your sexuality be submitted to Him? In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Matt and Laurie Krieg of Hole in My Heart Ministries to discusses sexuality and the Gospel, identity and their personal journey.  Show Notes: To find out more and connect with Matt and Laurie Krieg:  - Lauri...

April is National Donate Life Month. Joining Dr. Carol is Lemuel Bradshaw to discussing how you can inspire others to provide hope through donor registration and living donations. Find out more about  Donate Life Month Find out more about tissue and organ donation, and register to be a donor on your state's Donate Life website, or the national site  Donate Life America . 

Studies have found that forgiveness is directly linked to better emotional, physical and mental health. But how do you let it "go" when someone has wronged you? Are some things truly unforgivable? And more importantly, what does God have to say about it? Learn this and more in today's episode.  

Have you ever felt like you're not making a difference? Or that when it comes to work, you don't have a specific calling? In this fascinating discussion, Dr. Carol is joined by New York Times best-selling author, Dan Miller as they demystify the differences between purpose and calling and how to find it personally regardless of where you are in life. Connect with Dan Miller at  48 Days , or his me...

With somewhere around one out of two Christian marriages ending in divorce, the probability of becoming a step-parent is high when a remarriage takes place. Laura Petherbridge, author of The Smart Stepmom, joins the podcast to discuss the challenges of being a stepmother as well as the keys to making such relationships thrive.   Shownotes:   Connect with Laura Petherbridge  on her website  or  on...

Dr. Carol is joined by Elisha Dorsett, Vocal Director at Celebration Church and Music Teacher at Summit Christian Academy, to discuss her personal journey through two challenging pregnancies, and how one decision can change everything.  You can connect with Elisha on  Instagram  or  Facebook .

Six-time Grammy and 18 Dove award winner Russ Taff and his wife Tori join Dr. Carol to discuss their story of enduring faith, fame, alcoholism and ultimately recovery. Their story of brokenness and persistence will encourage anyone to not let the trauma of the past hold you back from restoration and God's love.  Show Notes: To purchase your copy of Russ and Tori's book, I Still Believe click here...

Pastor Mel and Diane Stauber, missions and outreach pastors of  Celebration Church join Dr. Carol to highlight their experiences of raising children in Mozambique and the benefits of obeying God as a family despite the challenge.