The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge

Carmen LaBerge responds to a listener question regarding astrology.  Many Americans, especially younger females, are actively following some sort of astrological practice, even if for fun.  Is it harmless, or is there something more concerning?  Alfonso Espinosa , author of " Contending for Christ Through the Creed ," talks about the Church, Jesus' body here on earth.  How do we best understand th...

Dr. Brick Lantz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association addresses the fears around both the Ebola and Hantavirus outbreaks.  What do we need to know?  Plus, he addresses how the issue of death is being discussed in the culture today. So call assisted suicide "death with dignity."  How to we die well?  How do we die with real dignity?  Rick Lawrence , author of " The Suicide Solution ," add...

The Briefing 's Nick Pitts helps us look at the Rededicate 250 event and the different types of Christians.  He also talks about a commencement address given by musical artist Eric Church where he uses the six strings on the guitar, how they are facets of your life and how get them to work together beautifully.  Luke Moon of 2 Hammers and Generation Zion addresses the allegations leveled by a New...

Pastor Mark Moore , co-author of " The Missing Messiah ," talks about what it really means to bear the cross of Christ in our lives.  Are you minimizing what Jesus meant by bearing His cross?  Is Jesus just an accessory in your life, or the one ends your life so His life can live in you? Brianna Lambert , author of " Created to Play ," talks about how the "creed of utility" has corrupted our creat...

Carmen opens the Monday Mailbag to answer a question from a listener who is tired and confused from all the technological and cultural changes around her.  How do you keep from being overwhelmed?  She also comments on the yesterdays Rededicate 250 event in Washington.  Political scientist Daniel Bennett looks at our nation's fatigue and meloncholy even though we have such abundance.  He reflects o...

Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and host of The Equipped radio show has finally been reading Tolkien's "The Hobbit."  He was struck by Bilbo Baggin's battle fought in the tunnel.  He also talks about the release by the US Government of documents and footage of UFO's.  What can we make of it as Christians?  Apologist Daniel DeWitt talks about how when some deconstruct their faith, they oft...

With the re-releases of Top Gun and Shek, Plugged In 's Adam Holz reflects on nostalgia and the blind spots it has. Plus, he addresses AI chatbots in toys and how sports betting and other predictive markets are hurting us and our families.  In the Friday Farm Report, Carmen talks about what's happening on her farm, but also a farm in Ukraine dealing with the war.  Plus, Carmen talks about the impo...

Bible teacher Carol McLeod offer encouragement from Isaiah 57:10 for those who feel that there is not hope or a future for them.  She also talks about how to have those loving, but hard, conversations with those you deeply care for but are not following Jesus.  Rick Hamlin , author of " Everlasting Jesus ," talks about a severe health scare and the need for Jesus' love and wisdom to navigate not j...

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith reflects those graduating this year.  It's a hard time and AI and other factors changing the job market and culture, as a whole.  How do you help graduates answer the question, "What am I suppose to do?"  Also, how do you respond to someone who sees his political opponents as Satan?  Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce looks back at this year...

Worship leader Laura Story , author of " Stand in Awe ," talks about the importance in awe and reverence for God, trusting in Him as He writes our lives, and allowing that to transform us into His image.  Licensed counselor Debra Fileta , author of " People Skills ," talks about our body language, which communicates as much, if not more, than the words we use.  How do cultivate an open body langua...

Adriel Booker , author of " Tethered to Hope ," talks about the liminal space we are in after a tragedy, trauma, or crisis in your life.  You're not where you were ,but not at your destination.  Where is God and how does He show up after the crisis and before the new normal?  Mission Network News ' Ruth Kramer helps draw more attention to the situation in Nigeria with the killing of Christians by...

Pastor Mark DeYmaz of Mosaic Church in Central Arkansas, author of " Disruption ," talks about the three-dimensional gameplan that included the establishment of the separate non-profit Vine and Village that does the good works that draws them closer to a relationship with Christ. Robert Dayton , author of " 100XLife ," talks about the importance of seeing God's image in each person, including thos...

Political scientist Adam Carrington helps us look at the manic push to redraw congressional maps ahead of this year's midterms.  How concerning is this?  Plus, Adam addresses the recent disagreements between Pope Leo IV and President Trump.  What hath Rome (or any other Church body) to do with Washington? Then Carmen reflects on the release by the Federal government of the most first and last name...

Security analyst Elizabeth Neumann , author of " Kingdom of Rage ," reflects on her recent visit to Northern Ireland were centuries of animosity and war have left scars that are slow to heal.  How can Christians and churches work toward healing in such situation.  She also responds to a headline about increased political violence.  How can we engage well.  Craftman with Character 's Dave Hataj, au...

Lionshare 's Dave Buerhing continues to talk about " your season, your calling ."  This time, he looks at those who are in their 20's and 30's where you venture out on your own.  Much of your foundation has been laid.  Now, you start discovering what God calling on your life is, and the character He's seeking to develop in you.  Gifts plus passion equals purpose.  Then, Carmen responds to the rele...

Plugged In 's Adam Holz looks back at the legacy of the late media mogul Ted Turner and how his innovations like CNN changed the way we ingest news and information. Also, even with s everal potentially exciting movies this Summer, is cinema dead ? Is the monocultural gone? Daniel K. Williams , author of " Politics of the Cross ," gives an historical backdrop to our current crisis of political pola...

George Barna of the Cultural Research Center starts to open this year's American Worldview Inventory with the startling reality that only 4% of Americans have an integrated Christian worldview.  How do you know if you're worldview does intergrate the Bible into every area of your life?  Social media expert Chris Martin , author of " The Wolf In Their Pockets ," responds to a recent article from J...

Along with reflecting on the passing of media mogul Ted Turner, Carmen spends time to lead us in prayer on this National Day of Prayer.  Plus, she honors her husband on their 15th anniversary!  Becky Harling , author of " Friend-Wise ," draws from the book of Proverbs to learn essential relational skills to better cultivate friendships.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made poss...

Austin Gravley of the What Would Jesus Tech podcast responds to an article by well-known atheist Richard Dawkins where he claims his interactions with an AI bot has lead him to believe its conscious.  Is he being duped?  Why?  Plus, he discusses how the White House is considering vetting new AI models before they are released.  Dr. Scott James, author of " Deep Breath. Little Whisper ," applies hi...

Carmen LaBerge is tired of having to prove to her devices that she's human.  But there's a system that allows you to use a retina scan to establish your humanity.  It looks you in the eye.  How often do we look each other in the eye to know each other?  Also, as Ben Sasse talks about his calling to die in public, are we living and dying well in the eyes of others pointing them to Jesus.  Musician...

Everyone's Wilson 's Daryl Crouch reflects on last year's tragedy with Camp Mystic in Texas and the announcement that it will not reopen this year.  Relationships are broken.  How do you hope for restored relationships in the midst of the pain?  David McIver , author of " Looking for the One ," offers the A-B-C's of being like Jesus in caring and sharing the Gospel to the one God is leading you to...

Dr. Brick Lantz of Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the politics and monies behind both the fast-tracking of reviews of certain psychedelic drugs and moving marijuana to a schedule 3 drug, and the lack of any medical evidence supporting any such moves.  He also addresses some potential treatments for pancreatic cancer with the help of mRNA vaccines. Theologian Michael Kruger ,...

The Briefing 's Nick Pitts helps us look at several headlines, including SCOTUS's temporarily blocking of a lower court outlawing the sending of abortion drugs to women through the mail.  He also talks about May Day protests against the "rich," and how the many clergy members from progressive religious groups that are running for Congress.  Luke Moon of Generation Zion and 2 Hammers addresses the...

Linda Mintle of the Dr. Linda Mintle Show unpacks how to trust in God's perfect timing and learn patience in the midst of the valley, while experiencing the grief from miscarriage or pregnancy loss. Jon Acuff, author of " Procrastination Proof ," shares why the word permission holds so much power, why total self-awareness is impossible, and the practice of writing down the things that motivate us....

Carmen shares what happens when we rely upon the Spirit of Truth to direct our lives and reacts to a ruling that blocks mail-order delivery of abortion pills. Political scientist  Daniel Bennett , author of " Uneasy Citizenship ," outlines the significance of a public figure talking about theology in a winsome way and the weight behind some recent decisions from the SCOTUS. The Reconnect with Carm...