Menopause happens to 100% of women. But does that mean your sex life is over? In today's podcast, Dr. Lisa Savage, OB-Gyn physician and menopause specialist, discusses things that every menopausal woman wanted to know about sex and menopause but were afraid to ask. If you're a woman being impacted by menopause, check out the online clinic and resources at Gennev . Check out our new online course Navigating Midlife especially for women, and discover how this can be the BEST season of your life. I...
Oct 12, 2021•39 min
What do you want, really ? The question of desire informs almost every facet of our life–including our soul. Underneath all our longings is the desire to be known―and it manifests itself in our deep need to make things of beauty, revealing who we are to others. Dr. Curt Thompson, author, board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of Being Known unpacks how connecting with our deepest desires opens the door to the deepest heart transformation. You won't want to miss this. Connect with Dr Curt T...
Oct 05, 2021•58 min
How are you growing spiritually? For many of us, feelings of being stagnate in our Christian life makes things unclear. It's easy to feel stuck, and to either give up or wear yourself out "trying harder". What's wrong? What next step do I need to take? Co-Author of Journey of the Soul , Kristi Gaultiere join Dr. Carol and will help you identify your current stage of faith and the next steps to take based on your unique needs and struggles. Connect with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere on their website ...
Sep 28, 2021•43 min
When you reach the milestone of midlife, especially for women, everything changes including your body, mind, emotions, family, sex life, future, even your relationship with God. But midlife can also be the best season of your life. In this BONUS episode you'll hear from some of Dr. Carol's friends discuss their midlife/menopause challenges. And also about an exciting new resource that will help you navigate your midlife journey effectively. Resources highlighted in this episode: Get tips on stop...
Sep 25, 2021•17 min
We're told that freedom and opportunity are our ticket to the good life. And that limitless possibilities await anyone with vision and willingness to hustle. However, for many, instead the result leaves you depleted and dissatisfied with life, faith and even God. Ashley Hales, author and speaker joins the podcast to discuss why God desires for us to have limits and that the notion of "more" is not necessarily His best. You don't want to miss this! Connect with Ashley Hales on her website , Faceb...
Sep 21, 2021•30 min
Do you feel like you don't have anything to offer your grandchildren besides do's and don'ts? Teens today are inundated with information, yet starving for wisdom. You have a place in their lives that they can draw from. Your gray hair, wisdom, and involvement in their lives help counter the negative influence in much of today's teen culture. Mark Gregston joins the podcast to discuss how you can better connect and engage with your grandchildren in a way that's authentic and easy to do. Connect w...
Sep 14, 2021•34 min
Emotions are a fact of human life. But how do you manage your feelings when they seem to be difficult to get past or even impact you physically? God created your emotions, but they don't have to rule you on either side of the spectrum. In today's podcast, Peace Amadi, author and professor of psychology joins Dr. Carol to discuss the power of emotion from a biblical worldview. Connect with Peace Amadi on her website , Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter Find her book Why Do I Feel Like This?: Under...
Sep 07, 2021•38 min
Does a certain behavior or action seem to repeatedly derail you? Why do you keep falling into the same hole? We all have behaviors that have been formed by pain, trauma, or choices that we’ve made. But when it comes to a solution, we usually look for a quick fix, filling the hole with activities and even addictions disguised as culturally acceptable life choices. Steve Carter, author and pastor joins the podcast to discuss how these "potholes" are formed and how God wants to fill them with His g...
Aug 31, 2021•43 min
Do you feel like you don't belong? That was the experience of today's guest, author and speaker Gregory Cole. God created human beings to live in close fellowship with Him and with others. But so often we feel like we are strangers to God or don't belong where we find ourselves in our world. A sense of alienation can set in. If you're looking for answers, you don't want to miss this episode. Find Gregory Cole's book No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in a World of Alienation Connect with Gre...
Aug 24, 2021•41 min
Are you struggling to build a deeper relationship with your daughter and nothing seems to work? Or do you know a girl dad who's facing challenges? You don't want to miss this powerful episode. In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Michelle Watson, draws from her decades of experience in counseling young women and coaching fathers to give listeners a blueprint for developing a stronger relationship based on trust, love and honesty. Connect with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield on her website , Faceboo...
Aug 17, 2021•35 min
What does it mean to be a Christian? Is Jesus more interested in the things you're doing wrong or does He truly care more about the condition of your heart? Excerpted from a live keynote recorded at Christian Healthcare Ministries, Dr. Carol answers this question and more as she unpacks a core truth in the life of a follower of Jesus. Check out Christian Healthcare Ministries - a faith-based healthcare cost solution for Christians in all 50 states, and around the world....
Aug 10, 2021•29 min
Let's face it, the Christian life isn't easy. If you've ever gone through suffering or what feels like a tribulation, how do you deal with the "why". Vanessa Risner, author and speaker joins the podcast to discuss how to connect with God through suffering and what you can do when things seems hopeless. - Connect with Vaneetha Risner on her website , Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter - Find her book Walking Through the Fire: A Memoir of Loss and Redemption I'd love to hear from you. You can leave...
Aug 03, 2021•43 min
Help! My husband’s addicted to porn! If these words are familiar to you or someone you know, you’ve found the right resource. Dr Carol's guest on this program, Rosie Makinney, knows what that fight is like. FIGHT FOR LOVE is a biblical battle plan for wives seeking to take their marriage back from porn. Connect with Rosie Makinney on her website , Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter Check out her Fight For Love podcast Find her book Fight for Love: How to Take Your Marriage Back from Porn Check ou...
Jul 27, 2021•38 min
How's your love life? Did you know that God created you with a need, desire and capacity for intimacy? But if misaligned from God's purposes this gift can change the course of our lives for the worse. In today's podcast, Dr. Carol unpacks the keys to the matters of your heart and why it can guide the actions you take for the good. This conversation is taken from Dr Carol's visit to the Hope Today program on Cornerstone TV network Check out our Sexpectations online course . Find the tools to deal...
Jul 20, 2021•21 min
Can you rebuild a relationship after trust has been broken? Whether infidelity, sex addiction, etc. rebuilding is not an easy process. Michael and Joanna Raabsmith join today's podcast to discuss their personal journey of restoration and how God is using them to help others. - Michael and Joanna Raabsmith invite you to reach out on their website: Renovate Love Leave me a comment or question any time on our Contact page ....
Jul 13, 2021•38 min
When it comes to the subject of sex, sexuality and the life of Christian, there is often a focus placed on behavior. Blindly following a list of "do's and don'ts" is not only unhealthy but can make matters worse. Kat Harris, author and educator joins the podcast to discuss her personal journey, what singleness and sexuality is really like, and what it looks like to ask the hard questions as a follower of Jesus. Connect with Kat Harris on her website , her podcast , on Instagram Find her book Sex...
Jul 06, 2021•52 min
Every day, someone you know is thinking about committing suicide. And they aren't the only one. T e n million Americans will consider killing themselves this year. Dr. Matthew Sleeth shares his personal and professional experiences on the podcast as he illustrates how Christians can become part of the solution. Connect with Dr Matthew Sleeth on his website , Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , or YouTube Find his book Hope Always: How to Be a Force for Life in a Culture of Suicide Put the suicide h...
Jun 29, 2021•42 min
Do you constantly compare yourself with others? Whether on social media, at church, or at work, measuring yourself against others isn’t healthy. And it isn’t God’s plan. Author and speaker Shannon Popkin joins the podcast and shares what she has discovered about her measuring-up, fear and pride in this powerful episode. Connect with Shannon Popkin on her website , Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram Find her book Comparison Girl: Lessons from Jesus on Me-Free Living in a Measure-Up World If you'd ...
Jun 22, 2021•39 min
Is it possible to live well while you're struggling with mental illness? And does the church have a role in helping those living with mental illness? Studies show when people are struggling with mental illness the first place they usually turn to is the church. But many people do not experience the church as a friendly plan when they are struggling with mental/emotional challenges. In today's podcast, Brett Ulman, author and speaker joins to discuss practical ways in which you can experience men...
Jun 15, 2021•41 min
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI) , approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences mental health challenges. Many turn to their faith as well as church for spiritual guidance. But what happens when the church fails to address the issues? In today's podcast, Eric Scalise joins the podcast to discuss what the Body of Christ can do to stop the stigma of shame as it relates to mental health and provide real help to those who are hurting. Do you have a heart for those ...
Jun 08, 2021•39 min
Are you in distress or feeling bound? If so, it could mean that you need a rescuer. Jason Sautel had it all. Confident in his abilities and trusted by his fellow firefighters. His adrenaline-fueled job even helped him forget the pain of his childhood—until the day he came face to face with a darkness he knew would take him down as well. You don't wont to miss this powerful episode. Filled with brutal honesty, Jason unpacks his personal journey as well as outlining how you too can experience the ...
Jun 01, 2021•37 min
Can you talk about sex in church? For many the answer is "no", but what if it was? And what would it take to change? Often sex and sexuality is ignored, but Nick Stumbo, executive director of Pure Desire and a former lead pastor, not only has a unique view of how things can change, but also implemented it as a ministry leader. You'll not want to miss this episode. Connect with Pure Desire Ministries on their website , Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , or Youtube Check out our online course Sexpec...
May 25, 2021•40 min
Do you find yourself always thinking about food? Do you struggle with eating for health instead of as a way to handle emotions? Although a relatively new topic, food addiction is a complex condition that has similarities to other types of addiction, such as drugs, alcohol, shopping, or gambling. In today's episode, Dr. Rhona Epstein joins the podcast to discuss both the physical and spiritual aspects of eating and how to break the power of food addiction. Connect with Dr Rhona on her website , F...
May 18, 2021•39 min
Ministers Brittni and Richard De La Mora have both experienced God's transformation process. Before coming to faith, Brittni was an adult movie star experiencing the trappings of success. And her husband Richard, struggling with life-threatening anxiety, was pursuing full-time ministry. How they ended up falling in love and marrying is a story for the ages. And the story of how God is using them to not only demonstrate His love but to also transform many other lives is even more powerful. Connec...
May 11, 2021•35 min
Our culture is saturated with false teaching on what it means to live blessed lives. Has God provided a way to experience a change in our relationships through generosity? Could that also apply in other areas of our life? Kevin White, founder and executive director of Global Hope India joins the podcast to discuss how his own life was transformed by the power of audacious giving and how you can experience it and make it part of your lifestyle. Connect with Kevin White and Global Hope India at th...
May 04, 2021•42 min
As a woman do you feel held back? The Gospel was never intended to restrain women from pursuing God or to prevent them from fulfilling their divine destiny. In this powerful conversation, Lee Grady, author, minister and former editor of Charisma magazine joins Dr. Carol to discuss God's plan for women and how it differs from feminism, sex, power and more. Connect with Lee Grady on his website , the Mordecai Project website , Twitter , Facebook , or Instagram Find Lee Grady's books 10 Lies the Ch...
Apr 27, 2021•40 min
Have you experienced wins in life? How about losing? If you feel that life is one-sided, there is hope. NCAA basketball coach of Oral Roberts University, Paul Mills joins the podcast to discuss key principles for navigating the ups and downs of life as well as his recent experience leading a team to the Sweet 16 during March Madness. You don't want to miss this conversation. For comments or questions, I'd love to hear from you ....
Apr 20, 2021•35 min
Do you struggle with spending time with God on a daily basis? If you've ever felt like quiet time with God isn't meaningful or boring–you're not alone. When our days get busy and times are tough, the first thing that often goes out the window is our time spent with God. Author Craig Denison joins the podcast to discuss why this happens and what you can do to partner with God for a renewed perspective on quiet time with God. Check out the First15 daily devotional , as well over a million others h...
Apr 13, 2021•35 min
Marriage is messy. It's God's idea, but navigating the highs and lows of a relationship is part of learning to love well. Joshua Rogers, author and speaker joins the podcast to discuss how to look at your own love story, and pay attention to the ways God may be at work. Find Joshua Rogers' book: Confessions of a Happily Married Man: Finding God in the Messiness of Marriage Connect with Joshua Rogers on his website , Twitter , Instagram , or Facebook Check out our online course Sexpectations , wh...
Apr 06, 2021•38 min
Christians today are encountering a culture that sends mixed messages when it comes to sex, sexuality and more. And sometimes the religious messages only add to confusion. Those messages have a profound impact and can lead to unhealthy sexual behavior or sexual aversion. In today's podcast, Dr. Carol discusses your Sexpectations and how it effects your sexual story. Check out our online course Sexpectations , and find help to deal with your sexual story....
Mar 30, 2021•22 min
