Along with thinking of ways of engaging our neighbors well during tonight's National Night Out, Fred Oduyoye of Reachable Reconciliation talks about ways we can bridge difference with our neighbors and others by engaging in graciously honest and empathetic conversations. Vibrant Faith's Rick Lawrence, author of "Editing Jesus," offers ways we can j…

After Carmen ran in to man who had an ominous sign asking "Are you prepared for what's coming?" she thinks about loud about ways we can and should prepare prayerfully and practically for whatever comes our way. Stephen Silver, author of "Grief Redeemed," talks about his grief in losing his wife, how God and others traveled with him on the road of g…

Security expert Elizabeth Neumann addressed several of the areas around the globe with unrest, and how we can walk faithfully as Christians in the midst of it. Church Leader's Thom Rainer, author of "Where Have All the Church Members Gone?" addresses how many churches and individuals lanquish with a lack of passion for the Great Commission, and how…

Lionshare's Dave Buerhing talks about their recent Leadership Games, and the importance of discipleship to our spiritual transformation. Adam Carrington of the Ashbrook Center for Public Affairs talks about understanding God's creation and our fall, and how that should inform our political and cultural engagement as Christians, plus responds to WSJ…

Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about the danger of being de-sensitized to the things that our culture is throwing at us and how our kids are intently listening to the most followed voice in pop-culture. Kristin Elizabeth Couch, author of "Deep Roots, Good Fruit," shares about the process of our hearts being softened, when we become obedient to what G…

Carmen shares about the layers behind prisoner swaps, why what we put down in writing matters, and a Friday farm report. Apologist Daniel DeWitt joins Carmen to talk about how much Christians would benefit from being more curious about those around them and how Jesus not only tolerates sinners, He receives them just as they are and eats with them. …

Reginald Lewis, Senior Pastor of Open Bible Sturgis Church and Mornings with Carmen listener, shares what it looks like to be close enough to the fire that some may be snatched out. Sergey Rakhuba, president of Mission Eurasia, outlines the major role that the Church is playing to meet the needs of the Ukrainians- in the midst of their emotional tr…

Carmen outlines what it actually means to call something or someone weird and what it looks like to die to the things of this world in order to be made alive in Christ. Kathy Branzell, from the National Day of Prayer taskforce, shares about the peace God gives that allows us to guard our hearts and why our relationship with Him is much more than a …

Carmen talks about the pursuit of creating a meaningful succession plan and recognizing that God appoints all leaders, including those we don't approve of. Kaitlyn Schiess, author of "The Ballot and the Bible," shares about learning to pick up on Biblical language when we hear speeches from political leaders, so we can recognize when the Bible is b…

Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch outlines the ripple effect of misunderstanding that follows when you don't recognize the God the Creator as the author of your life and seeing the opportunity to disciple well when seeing confusion around us. Mark Turman of the Denison Forum talks about the challenge to speak the Truth in love to those who don't kno…

Christian Medical and Dental Association's Dr. Tiffany Schatz outlines prioritizing health checkups for kids before school starts and why it matters how we prepare what we eat. S. Michael Houdmann, author of "The 100 Most Asked Questions about God and the Bible" and CEO of Got Questions Ministries, unpacks communicating Truth in love, with a humble…

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about weighing the decision to step into a "family life" and the danger of believing more money being poured into something will fix things. Philos Project's Luke Moon shares about the tension taking place in Israel right now and his recent experience meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netan…

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Carmen unpacks what comes to mind when we hear about The Great Commission and the ripple effect that takes place when one person is reached for Jesus. Pastor Colin Smith of Open the Bible, author of "Fly Through the Bible: A Brief Introduction," shares about the gift of the Holy Spirit and the opportunity to plant the living seed of God into others…

Carmen shares about the pursuit of being one with God in what He is thinking, Christianity being mocked at the Olympics opening ceremony, and a reminder that we live in a world that's forgotten their God. Political Scientist Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," talks about how Christians are called to participate in our culture's polariz…

Russell Joyce, author of "His Face Like Mine," talks about his physical deformity, of feeling unworthy, but of God's great love to touch and redeem our scars. Carmen, then, continues to talk about Jesus, who was our even from the cross saw the internal scars of those around him, yet loved them even to the end...and beyond. Faith Radio podcasts are …

The Equipped Newsletter's Thann Bennett looks at a recent report about life expectancy globally, but reflects that in Jesus, our lives go on forever. And we can rest and rejoice in this! Social media expert Chris Martin talks about his new podcast with his 4-year old daughter and about the idea of how churches and individuals can offer something li…

Gloo's Steele Billings helps us look at the potential and the pitfalls of artificial intelligence when it comes to helping us flourish, including in our spiritual formation. David Kaywood, author of "A Call to Contentment," talks about the problem of our discontent in life and how Jesus offers himself to satisfy our deepest hungers. Faith Radio pod…

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith helps us understand who presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris is, as well as her political and faith positions. He also addresses each major parties platforms, and what's behind them. Along with reflecting on part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, Carmen takes us back to the early chapters of Ge…

Science writer Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics & Human Dignity goes through recent science headlines, helping us see God's amazing creation. She also addressed the troubling trend of online health providers preying on young men's fears. Former soccer star Ben Locke, author of "In Our Suffering, Lord Be Near," talks about the loss of his …

Carmen LaBerge responds to an interview of Elon Musk by Jordan Peterson, in particular why he moved his companies out of California because of his love for his alienated son. She connects us to Jesus's story about the prodigal son. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about the reach of the Gospel in Iran, Ukraine, and during the upcoming Summer…

Carmen spends time reading and reflecting on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7. Tim Muehlhoff, co-author of "End the Stalemate," talks about how we need to move beyond holding others we disagree with contempt. Rather, we need to relate with more sympathy and compassion so we can have the needed conversations. Faith Radio podcasts are made p…

Faithwire's Billy Hallowell to share about Nika King, who starred in the movie "Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot," and how God moved in the making of the movie. Nancy Golden, author of "Taking Back the Gospel," offers wisdom for living and sharing the Gospel with others. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click…

Security expert Elizabeth Neumann looks at the assassination attempt on former President Trump, as well as the systems crash that happened on Microsoft systems do to a faulty security patch. Amid these crises, we can rest in the peace of Christ. Alexandra Hudson, author of "The Soul of Civility," talks about the need for, as well as the transformat…

Lionshare's Dave Buehring talks about his recent focus on the Sermon on the Mount, how it's impacting him personally, and how it helps him in his ministry to others. Adam Carrington of the Ashbrook Center for Public Affairs addresses the choice of President Biden to drop out of the race for re-election and how we can keep times like these in proper…

Show notes: In this episode, we discuss the problem of loneliness and why making new friends is so important to our health and happiness. Resources: *neighboring well is part of the Amazon affiliate program and may receive compensation for purchases from that site.By Tiffani and Kayli

With the selection of J.D. Vance for a vice presidential candidate, Plugged In's Adam Holz looks back on his book and the movie "Hillbilly Elegy," the story of Vance's upbringing in poverty. Andrea Burke, author of "A Bit of Earth," talks about how we are called to be gardeners of the world around us, following in the footsteps of God. Faith Radio …

Carmen LaBerge looks at former President Donald Trump's acceptance speech at the RNC, how his near assassination caused a change in his delivery, and how God holds all things in his hands. Apologist Daniel DeWitt joins Carmen to reflect on recent deaths of high-profile people and about what we want our lives to be remembered for. Faith Radio podcas…

The American Bible Society's John Plake offers more insights from the 2024 State of the Bible report, showing how those who engage regularly with God's word have lower levels of stress and are more resilient. Youth pastor Ken Castor, editor of the "Make a Difference Youth Bible," talks about today's young people and how we can help them better enga…

People have commented how this week's Republican National Convention has had a very spiritual mood. Carmen helps us apply at mind of Christ to much of this discussion. Neuro-psychologist Dr. Michelle Bengtson, author of "Sacred Scars," talks to those lamenting scars, both internal and external, offering hope that God can redeem them for our good an…

Bible and Business' Bill English talks about how personal, selfish ambition can impact your work and your life, while being ambitious for what God calls us too can bring flourishing to you and others. Katherine Pasour, author of "Stay the Course," offers parents and grandparents help as they get their newly college-bound students ready for this big…

During this election year, Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch helps us think through about much weight we put on political outcomes when we need to put more focus on the outcome of our witness for the Kingdom of God. Mark Turman of the Denison Forum helps us look at each major party's platform with a view of how it aligns with God's word. Faith Radio…

Emerency room doctor Bret Nicks of the Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the response of an ER doctor in Butler, PA responding the need after the shooting on Saturday and offers ideas how we be equipped to help in an emergency. Ted Bryant of Granger Church, author of "The Jesus Method," talks about how Jesus sought relationships …

Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement helps us further process the assassination attempt of the former president, as well as the death of the dad in the stands who covered his family. Philos Project's Luke Moon addresses the global response to the attempted assassination, as well as the state of support for the nation of Israel in their…

Jason Carver, author of "40 Day Stand for Marriage Restoration," shares how is marriage fell apart, yet he prayed and worked for its restoration. He offers encouragement for those whose marriages are strained to seek God's healing for their relationship. True Charity's James Whitford confronts the weakness of many efforts to alleviate poverty becau…

Carmen LaBerge spends time helping us process the attempted assassinated of the former president, and calls us to be the people of God's kingdom and seek peace. Political Scientist Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," offers his insights around the shooting at the campaign rally in Pennsylvania, and how we need to resist the tribalism th…

Plugged In's Adam Holz talk about the summer blockbuster "Inside Out 2" and how it has opened doors for talking not just about our emotions, but also some deeper spiritual conversations. Carmen LaBerge looks the the spiritual practice of Sabbath and resting, and how Jesus calls us to rest and love well at the same time. Faith Radio podcasts are mad…

The Equipped Newsletter's Thann Bennett talks about his son's swimming test and how he, like us, need someone to be be present and lovingly encourage him to take the bold step. Social media expert Chris Martin responds to an article regarding if artificial intelligence can help our faith grow. While we appreciate it doing some of the grunt work, AI…

Carmen looks at how faith has gradually changed the lives of a group of raucous students, a former witch and tattoo artist, and raunchy comedian. Are welcoming and patience to see how God transforms lives through Jesus? Jen Oshman, author of the children's book "It's Good to Be a Girl," helps us see through the counterfeit vision of womanhood and r…

Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith responds to a New York Times op-ed where someone made an argument about how Christian values are not American Values. He also discusses how believing God as ruler of all things makes iving in a pluralistic world possible. Sarah Westfall, author of the "Way of Belonging," helps us think afresh who we are in Chris…

Heather Zeiger of the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity talks about how God designed humans are relational beings, and how the idea of offering people companionship through artificial intelligence devices will likely fall short of our needs. Counselor Debra Fileta, author of "Are You Really OK?" talks about some of the common bad bits of advic…

Carmen looks at some of the recent news from various Christian groups and reflects on how Martin Luther offers a way to be both honoring of those he disagreed with while still standing for Truth. Mission Network New's Ruth Kramer talked about renewed attacks on Ukrainian civilian targets and how ministries are seeking love and serve their neighbors…

Kimberly Nollan of YoungLife, talks more about their research of global youth and how they want known for being them, for their talents and interests, rather than for their occupations or birthplaces. Vibrant Faith's Rick Lawrence, author of "Editing Jesus," talks about how we allow the world to form our understanding of Jesus instead letting Jesus…

In looking at the President's claim that he would only stop running for the presidency "if the Lord Almighty came down" to tell him to, Carmen helps look at this theological claim, and how we can know how we can hear God. Natalie Brand, author of "The Scuttlebutt Letters," talks how God can and should transform how we use our words and what words w…

National security expert Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," talks about a documentary she was part of that looks at how our nation might respond to unrest after an election. Bible teacher Carol McLeod, author of "Overflowing," takes us to the book of Colossians to help us to live in light of who Jesus is: our creator, sustainer, and sa…

Lionshare's Dave Buehring talks about having a gracious heart toward those who are wrong and can't see it, even after repeated attempts to correct. Adam Carrington of the Ashbrook Center for Public Affair offers some insights around two of the last Supreme Court decisions, including the presidential immunity case. He also points us to how Jesus nee…

On this best of Mornings with Carmen, long-time journalist Marvin Olasky, author of "Pivot Points," talks about the times God redirected his life for His glory and Marvin's peace. Robert J. Morgan, author of "Whatever Happens," shows that we can have joy and happiness even when circumstances are overwhelming. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible …

On this best of Mornings with Carmen, Lionshare's Dave Buehring helps us understand how the Holy Spirit works in us and through us to disciple other people and for ourselves to become more Christ-like. Indeed, there is no other way it happens. Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, president of the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, helps us see again that in spi…

On this best of Mornings with Carmen, Miles Smith, author of "Religion and Republic," looks at how Christianity influenced our nation's first 100 years due to the underlying beliefs and practices of the people. Political scientist Adam Carrington of the Ashbrook Center explains that while there's a lot we can learn through the likes of Aristotle in…

On this best of Mornings with Carmen, Lionshare's Dave Buehring talks about his frienship and shepherding of the late Christian singer Mandisa, as well as how sports chaplains impact the spiritual and personal lives of athletes. Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, president of the University of Northwestern-St Paul talks about why being intellectually curious, b…