Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

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

Are you feeling stuck, frustrated and wondering why God hasn't been answering your prayers? One action step can change that. Jesus desires you to experience the "Fully Alive" kind of life that He paid so much to bring you, but it's not magic or wishful thinking. In this episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Woodley Auguste to discuss how to discover those action steps! Join our Powerful Breakthrough Prayers Course today!

Are you spiritually whole? The innate desire to be well in every way is a longing we all have in our hearts. The concept of wholeness goes back to the Old Testament and is so much more than just having inner peace. It's a journey filled with peaks, valleys and adventures. Author and speaker, Suzanne Stabile joins the podcast to discuss the importance of wholeness and how your Ennegram type is applicable to it. Find Suzanne Stabile's book The Journey Toward Wholeness: Enneagram Wisdom for Stress, Balance, and TransformationConnect with Suzanne Stabile on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Check out Suzanne Stabile's Enneagram Journey podcast

As we begin the new year, the focus on finding purpose is always top of mind. But how does God prepare us? In today's episode, Dr. Carol provides the keys to discerning God's calling for your life, and how God prepares you to be who you need to be to fulfill that purpose. I'd love to hear from you! You can leave me a confidential message here.