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Intentional Living with Dr. Randy Carlson

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Intentional Living is a nationally-syndicated program on more than 250 radio stations including Family Life Radio. Hosted by Dr. Randy Carlson. You'll hear biblically-based perspectives on issues you're dealing with every day that will help you live an intentional life in Christ.
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Episodes

Controlling People – Part 2

For the entire month, Dr. Randy has been sharing some of the teaching from his series: The Circles of Control. And we thought it would be great to do a program about controlling people. You know, mothers-in-law, bosses, spouses, whoever. Got any of those in your life? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING […]

Jul 25, 2025

Controlling People

For the entire month, Dr. Randy has been sharing some of the teaching from his series: The Circles of Control. And we thought it would be great to do a program about controlling people. You know, mothers-in-law, bosses, spouses, whoever. Got any of those in your life? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING […]

Jul 24, 2025

Marriage Reset – 1

Have you ever wanted to do a reset in your marriage? Maybe things aren’t working quite right, or things are broken, or things are missing. Coming up, Dr. Randy will help you find God’s reset for your marriage, to restore intimacy, closeness, communication and more. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s […]

Jul 23, 2025

Encouraging Words

Do you understand how powerful your words are? How powerful encouragement is? Learn to speak life into your friends, your family, your children. Dr. Randy helps you to be a Godly influence by speaking encouragement into their lives. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Love-filled […]

Jul 22, 2025

De-clutter Your Life

It’s not always about that kitchen drawer, or your garage. Clutter can take over your time, your emotions, and your relationships. Is your life cluttered? Are you doing too much? Thinking too much? Owning too much? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! The Declutter Book […]

Jul 21, 2025

Stop Pursuing Perfection

Michael J. Fox said: “I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence I can reach for; perfection is God’s business.” So are you reaching for perfection? How has that impacted your life, your family? It’s taking a toll, right? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog […]

Jul 18, 2025

Building Trust in Marriage

How can you build trust in your marriage? One wife told us that the checking account, the mortgage, the cars, and pretty much everything, were in BOTH their names. That’s a great start. Dr. Randy wants to know how you’ve built trust in your marriage. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s […]

Jul 17, 2025

Parenting a Prodigal – 2

Brennan Manning wrote: “The Father is not concerned about our accomplishments or our failures; he’s concerned about our hearts and wants us back, just as we are.” God wanted the prodigal to come back , and he did. Did yours come home? What’s your story, and the story of your prodigal? Sign up for Dr. […]

Jul 16, 2025

Irregular Relationships – 2

Having an “Irregular Relationship” can sometimes be amusing, or like one of our callers, it can be downright painful. And in the case of this one caller—it’s her mom. So, do you have a difficult, irregular relationship? Well, Dr. Randy will help you face those irregular relationships. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING […]

Jul 15, 2025

Marriage & Money – 2

It’s the most hotly debated topic in marriage—and if you’re thinking sex, you’re wrong. It’s money, and Scripture says the love of money is the root to all sorts of evil. If finances are bringing grief to your marriage, hang on. Dr. Randy helps you find agreement with those finances. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s […]

Jul 14, 2025

Parenting a Prodigal

Brennan Manning wrote: “The Father is not concerned about our accomplishments or our failures; he’s concerned about our hearts and wants us back, just as we are.” God wanted the prodigal to come back , and he did. Did yours come home? What’s your story, and the story of your prodigal? Sign up for Dr. […]

Jul 11, 2025

Irregular Relationships

Having an “Irregular Relationship” can sometimes be amusing, or like one of our callers, it can be downright painful. And in the case of this one caller—it’s her mom. So, do you have a difficult, irregular relationship? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! For The […]

Jul 10, 2025

Marriage & Money

It’s the most hotly debated topic in marriage—and if you’re thinking sex, you’re wrong. It’s money, and Scripture says the love of money is the root to all sorts of evil. If finances are bringing grief to your marriage, hang on. Dr. Randy helps you find agreement with those finances. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s […]

Jul 09, 2025

Emotional Adultery

You’re married, but you’re getting close to someone else; or you’ve even given your heart to another. It’s not physical—or sexual—but your heart’s no longer in your marriage. Dr. Randy helps you break free of this Emotional Adultery and re-build your marriage. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. What is Intentional Living? […]

Jul 08, 2025

How Much is Enough?

Money… Did you know the Bible says that the love of it is the root of all sorts of evil? Do you have problems with money? Maybe you don’t have enough, or you have too much. Whatever your financial fog, catch How Much Is Enough? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s […]

Jul 07, 2025

Our Intentional Founding Fathers

There’s a debate raging on how “Christian” our founding fathers were. Were these men truly followers of Christ? Joining Dr. Randy today is author and American historian Bill Federer, and you’ll hear just how intentional our founding fathers were. And we will leave you with no doubt these men were followers of Jesus Christ. Sign […]

Jul 04, 2025

Who Influenced You?

“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” I suppose that quote could apply to a parent, a friend, a spouse, a pastor, or a mentor. I suppose it could apply to a song, or an advertising campaign. But who is it who influenced you for good? Who influenced you spiritually? […]

Jul 03, 2025

Wholeness after Divorce

There are a lot of things that can follow a divorce; like consequences, run-away emotions and guilt. Michelle Borquez shares her story with Dr. Randy on how to find “Wholeness after Divorce.” That’s Intentional Living with Dr. Randy Carlson. What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally […]

Jul 02, 2025

My Spouse Won’t Change

Dr. Randy has quoted Amos 3:3 numerous times: “Can two people walk together without agreeing on the direction?” Are you and your spouse now walking in different directions? And if one doesn’t want to change, now what? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Have the Courage […]

Jun 30, 2025

One Thing Parenting – Part 2

How many times have you heard Dr. Randy talk about your “One thing?” Is parenting important enough to be your one thing? Parents, I’m sure it IS important for you… so what is it? Or what does it need to be? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for […]

Jun 27, 2025

Clarity of Purpose – Part 2

Physicist Steven Hawking wrote: “Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.” But… what if there is more to life than just work? Maybe it’s time to discover what your purpose is. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! 6 Practical Steps to […]

Jun 26, 2025

One Thing Marriage – Part 2

Life can be overwhelming; and that’s why Dr. Randy wants to help you with accomplishing that ONE THING. So, what’s the one thing that has helped you, or will help you, to have a successful marriage? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! How Much Change Is […]

Jun 25, 2025

Making Changes – Part 2

It could be discontent, or the counsel of a friend, or the leading by His Spirit or by His Word. What has caused you to change, or, what do you need to change? Those are the questions Dr. Randy has for you. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living […]

Jun 24, 2025

Making Changes – Part 1

It could be discontent, or the counsel of a friend, or the leading by His Spirit or by His Word. What has caused you to change, or, what do you need to change? Those are the questions Dr. Randy has for you. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living […]

Jun 23, 2025

Clarity of Purpose – Part 2

Physicist Steven Hawking wrote: “Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.” But… what if there is more to life than just work? Maybe it’s time to discover what your purpose is. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Breaking Free from the […]

Jun 20, 2025

Clarity of Purpose

Physicist Steven Hawking wrote: “Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.” But… what if there is more to life than just work? Maybe it’s time to discover what your purpose is. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! The Power of Defining […]

Jun 19, 2025

One Thing Marriage

Life can be overwhelming; and that’s why Dr. Randy wants to help you with accomplishing that ONE THING. So, what’s the one thing that has helped you, or will help you, to have a successful marriage? Dr. Randy wants to hear from you. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional […]

Jun 18, 2025

Second Time Parents

At some point you thought being a grandparent would be the easiest job on the planet. But then, a tragedy strikes, or your kids are incapable of being parents. So what do you do as a grandparent? Become full-time parents. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! […]

Jun 17, 2025

Communication in Marriage – Part 2

“My wife says I never listen to her. At least I think that’s what she said.” Hmm. Not a great example of communication. But Dr. Randy wants to hear your one thing for great communication. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! inTENtionals for Marriages That Last […]

Jun 16, 2025

Buried Emotions Are Buried Alive – Part 2

“The more you hide your feelings, the more they show. The more you deny your feelings, the more they grow.” The problem with buried emotions is they are buried alive. Dr. Randy helps you identify and use those emotions for healing and growth Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional […]

Jun 13, 2025
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