Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

With the divorce rate over 50 percent for both Christians and non-believers, the chances of finding the wrong person to marry is significantly high. So what is a Christian to do when looking for a spouse? If you desire to be married, learn what are the five traits of Mr. or Mrs. Wrong and how to avoid them. You don't want to miss today's episode!

How you define life determines every facet of your being. Whatever that perspective is will influence how you love, use your giftings and more. In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Steve Graves to discuss ways to not only discover your purpose but also how to flourish. Connect with Steve Graves on his website, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Request your copy of Flourishing: Why Some People Thrive while Others Just Survive, by Steve Graves (ebook) here. Make sure to check out our online community the Fully Alive Group.

What are you giving your attention to? With so many events happening in our world it can often feel like your heart is being pulled in a number of directions. In today's podcast, you'll learn the keys to retain your focus both mentally and spiritually so you tune the noises out as your pursue God's calling.

Are you experiencing financial challenges and the ends simply aren't meeting? Whether due to Covid-19 related economic disruptions or unexpected bills, there is light at the tunnel emotionally and even spiritually. Megan Buerkle of the Crown Financial Ministries joins Dr. Carol on this special episode to discuss ways to overcome fear over your finances. For shownotes: Check out the multitude of helpful resources at Crown Financial Ministries Check out our online community the Fully Alive Group

For many Christians, responding to the killing of George Floyd becomes a complicated matter. Arnita Willis Taylor joins Dr. Carol to discuss the issues of race from a Gospel perspective and how God sees the matter. Connect with Arnita Willis Taylor on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Check out her book A Language of Healing for a Polarized Nation

Women and porn. Often viewed as a "men's" issue, women viewing adult entertainment or erotica has become commonplace. But the damage caused by this entertainment can have devastating effects to the mind, body, and spirit. On today's episode, Crystal Renaud Day joins Dr. Carol to discuss this issue as well as how to break free from sexual addiction. Connect with Crystal Renaud Day on her website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Find Crystals Recovery Journal for women struggling with sex addiction Get our 30-day email devotional series Toward Sexual Integrity

What do you do when it seems like everything falling is apart around you? Sarah Thebarge, a Yale-trained physician assistant knows first hand. At 27, she nearly died of breast cancer, but that did not end her deeply felt spiritual calling. Risking her health, she moved to West Africa, experienced God's redemption in a powerful way. In today's episode you'll learn Sarah's story as well as how God can transform your life in the most difficult of circumstances. Connect with Sarah Thebarge on her Website, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter Sarah's book The Invisible Girls: A Memoir Sarah's book Well: Healing our Beautiful, Broken World from a Hospital in West Africa

Not all prayers are created equal. When facing life's biggest challenges you want to be sure that your prayers get results. In today's episode you learn not only how to pray to get a breakthrough in every situation, but also learn how to do it persistently. For your 30-day email devotional series Powerful Breakthrough Prayers, text "MYPRAYER" to 44222, or click here.

Your spouse's bad behavior can make your life seem as though it's falling apart. Arguments, the cold shoulder and even withholding sex can create feelings of resentment, bitterness and more. In today's podcast, you'll hear Dr Carol answer questions from real listeners and learn some concrete ways to move forward regardless of the situation. To send Dr Carol a confidential message, click here. Check out the Guide to Healthy Communication in Marriage Our online community the Fully Alive Support Group

Do you have a behavior that you turn to when facing anxiety or disruption? Whether it's for distraction or pleasure, those actions are on the rise. In today's episode, Jay Stringer, licensed mental health counselor and author joins Dr. Carol to discuss the ways destructive behaviors are formed and what you can do about it. Connect with Jay Stringer on his website, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Find Jay's Book: Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing Find out more about The Journey Course And join our online community the Fully Alive COVID-19 Support Group.