Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Why does God feel so far away? The reason--and the solution--is in your attachment style. We all experience moments when God's love and presence are tangible, but what about when it doesn't feel that way? Krispin Mayfield, author and speaker joins the podcast to discuss why you may feel so far from God and what you can do about it.  Find Krispin Mayfield's book: Attached to God: A Practical Guide to Deeper Spiritual Experience     Connect with Krispin Mayfield on his website, Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook Check these articles on our website:  - 5 Things to Do When it Seems God Doesn't Care - 5 Things You can Do to Hear God's Voice You can leave me a confidential message here. 

Have you been hurt by someone in the Church? Maybe it was a leader, a pastor or another believer. Or maybe, someone lied about you or betrayed you.   Are you supposed to just get over it? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Carol addresses how to recover from church hurt as well as whether to stay or leave. You don't want to miss this powerful episode.  Check out these articles on some topics addressed in this episode: To Those Who Have Been Hurt in Church What to Do if "God" Has Become a Bad Word for You Three Things You Need to Recover from Church Hurt Good or Not-So-Good Reasons to Leave Your Church When Pain Makes it Feel Impossible to Connect with the Family of God

Does a person have to choose between Biblical faith and rigorous science? Historically, religious thought and scientific thought tended to intersect at flash points that often ended negatively. But in today's  world of polarization can these areas come together? Deborah Haarsma, astronomer, speaker on modern science and Christian faith, and President of BioLogos joins the podcast to discuss the relationship between faith and science .  Check out BioLogos, a trusted resource for millions seeking both rigorous science and biblical faith to help guide their decision making. If you parent, teach, or care for young people, check out Integrate, the new curriculum helping students and others explore theological and ethical questions raised by modern science from a Christian Biblical worldview.

The way Jesus made disciples is very different from the way many churches today seek to make disciples. What's the difference? Can we be more effective doing it how Jesus did it? What does that look like?  J. Lee Grady, author, award-winning journalist, ordained minister, and director of The Mordecai Project joins the podcast to discuss this and more. You don't want to miss this episode.  Find Lee Grady's book Follow Me: Make Disciples the Way Jesus Did and the soon-to-be-released companion Let's Go Deeper: A Practical Guide to Following Jesus    Connect with Lee Grady, and find out more about the Mordecai Project, on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. 

What do you do when everything seems to fall apart and you lose faith? If you've been a Christian for any period of time, you likely have been hurt in church or wounded by the words and actions of leaders. If so, do you remain bitter or give up on church entirely? Is there another choice?  Dr. Lina Abujamra answers these tough questions in today's podcast as she unpacks why and how you can recover and find your way back – to God and to His people.  Find Dr. Lina Abujamra's book Fractured Faith: Finding Your Way Back to God in an Age of Deconstruction  Connect with Dr. Lina on her website, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube

What should the body of Christ do about racism? Author and former Dean for Intercultural Student Development at Calvin University, Dr. Christina Edmondson joins the podcast to discuss the truth that Christ has overcome the world, including racism, and how to resist its pernicious power. Compelled by our grievous social moment and by the timeless truth of Scripture, Dr. Carol and Dr. Edmondson unpack how to move past talk and enter the fight against racism in both practical and hopeful ways as followers of Jesus. Show notes: Connect with Dr. Christina Edmondson on her website, Facebook, or Instagram. Get the book Faithful Antiracism: Moving Past Talk to Systemic Change 

Most of us imagine the tragedy of sex trafficking as something "out there." But it's much closer to home–in your town, your school, even your church.  Today's guest, Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good, has been a leader in the anti-sex trafficking movement for over a decade. She talks about their success in helping thousands of survivors find freedom and a new life, the work that still needs to be done, and what you can do.  Check out The Foundation United, global solutions to end sexual exploitation Check out Free with E, Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good's resources to awaken and equip the church Connect with Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good on Facebook or Instagram

Let's face it, marriage isn't easy.   With recent studies showing that Christians marry at a higher percentage than non-believers,  recent trends indicate that they are also growing more comfortable with divorce. How do you navigate the challenges of married life? In today's podcast, Dr. Carol answers some of your toughest questions about marriage.   Resources mentioned on the program: - Our Relationships page - Five Ways to Pray About Your Troubled Marriage - Help! My Spouse is Emotionally Cheating!- What Forgiveness Does NOT Do For Your Marriage - Do's and Don'ts for Raising a Successful Blended Family - How to Know if You Are Released From Your Marriage

What would it mean if you were debt-free? Are you overwhelmed by debt and living paycheck to paycheck, wondering if its possible to ever get ahead, or even catch up? On today's podcast, author and speaker Jessi Fearon joins the podcast to discuss how she and her husband decided to make a drastic lifestyle change that would put them back on the path toward their dreams. In two years they were able to pay off their consumer debt, and in six years they paid off their home mortgage--all on their $47,000-a-year income.  If you've wondered what it takes or if it's even possible to be debt free, you don't want to miss this.  Connect with Jessi Fearon on her website, YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Get Jessi's book Getting Good with Money: Pay Off Your Debt and Find a Life of Freedom–Without Losing Your Mind I love to hear from you any time! You can leave me a confidential comment here. 

Do you know what God's purpose is for your life? Far too often the idea of calling and purpose has been confusing for many Christians.  If you feel stuck and aren't sure what your calling is or even where to start then you don't want to miss this podcast.  Author and speaker, Michaela O'Donnell joins the podcast to discuss the "why" and "how" to determine God's plan for your life.  Find Michaela O'Donnell's book Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World    Connect with Michaela O'Donnell on her website, at the Max De Pree Center for Leadership, or on Instagram