Intentional Living with Dr. Randy Carlson
899 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsIntentional 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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How to Face Marriage Challenges – Part 1
April 24, 2024 21:00Webster’s Dictionary defines challenge as: to dispute, especially as being unjust, invalid, or outmoded; to confront or defy boldly; to arouse or stimulate especially by presenting with difficulties. Dealing with anything like that in YOUR marriage? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. What is Intentional […]
The Power of One Thing (Part 1)
April 23, 2024 21:00Maybe you yell at your kids. Or you don’t pray enough. Maybe you ignore your wife. Or clutter has overwhelmed your home. Some of those sound familiar? What do you need to change? Don’t try tackling them all at once. Learn to deal with them, one thing at a time. Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG […]
An Intentional Consistent Faith
April 22, 2024 21:00Is your faith where it needs to be? Is it growing, or are there days when it doesn’t seem to show up? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally in […]
Opposite Sex Friendships – Part 2
April 18, 2024 21:00Are you married? Do you have opposite sex friends? Maybe you think it’s OK, but what does your spouse think? So, if you’re in the midst of an opposite sex friendship, or having to wrap things up, Dr. Randy wants to help you be intentional with your opposite sex friends, to keep them healthy and […]
Managing Your Expectations
April 16, 2024 21:00Dr. Randy has claimed on numerous times, Intentional Living is not rocket science. But there’s a formula… X–R=D, which is: Expectations minus Reality equals Disappointment. How realistic are your expectations for life, marriage, parenting? How about your expectations for God? Dealing with disappointment? Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Here’s an Intentional […]
Communication in Marriage – Part 2
April 15, 2024 17:00Got any Star Trek fans out there? There was a device they used called the Universal Translator, which allowed varying species from different planets to communicate. Ever think something like that would be great for your marriage? Well, Dr. Randy’s got more down-to-earth help for you and your marriage communication. Sign up for Dr. Randy’s […]
One Thing Marriage
April 12, 2024 21:00How many times have you heard it? Probably a bunch.You know, you’re praying for God to change your spouse, and He ends up changing you! So now’s a good time to ask: what’s one thing you can do for your marriage? How has it made a difference? Or what’s the one thing you need to […]
De-clutter Your Life
April 11, 2024 21:00It’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? You can become more intentional in just 30 days! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. Need […]
Parenting Again – Part 2
April 10, 2024 21:00At 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. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING […]
Building Trust in Marriage
April 09, 2024 21:00How 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. How have you built trust in your marriage, or how have you re-built trust in your marriage? Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for […]
How to Break the Power of Perfectionism
April 08, 2024 21:00When Dr. Randy asked the wife who the perfectionist was, she readily admitted to it. Are you willing to admit that? Or maybe, you‘re married to one? Hmm. What’s your story? Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally in […]
On the Outs With Your In-Laws
April 04, 2024 21:00In-Laws. Maybe you like to be with them, or maybe you’d rather avoid them. If you’re on the outs with your in-laws, Dr. Randy wants to help you to learn how to be intentional with your in-laws. Coming up, it’s Are You on the Outs with Your In-Laws? Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! What […]
Parenting Again
April 03, 2024 21:00At 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. Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. […]
The Power of Prayer – Part 2
April 02, 2024 21:00The writer of Hebrews tells us we can approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, because Jesus knows us. So, what’s keeping you from praying? Confusion? Worry? Hurt? A lack of faith? Questions? Here’s an Intentional Living Blog for inspiration! Sign up for Dr. Randy’s INTENTIONAL ONE THING CHALLENGE. What is Intentional Living? At Intentional […]
Same Page Faith – Part 1
April 01, 2024 21:00It may be the most important agreement that you make in your marriage. To be on the same page when it comes to faith. Having unity in your faith will bring strength to your family. Having conflict will bring confusion and loss. Are you on the same page? Are you even in the same book? […]
God’s Intentional Act of Love (Good Friday/Easter)
March 29, 2024 21:00What do you think God’s most intentional act of love was?
Marriage & Forgiveness
March 25, 2024 21:00If Jesus said in the Lord’s prayer: “Forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us”, then do you think that forgiveness is important in your marriage? We all need it, but are you living it? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we […]
Your Prodigal Child – Part 2
March 22, 2024 21:00Vance Havner stated: “If they had a social gospel in the days of the prodigal son, somebody would’ve given him a bed, and a sandwich, and he never would’ve gone home.” But the prodigal DID come home. Did yours come home? What’s your story, and the story of your prodigal? Dr. Randy’s got help for […]
How to Live Intentionally – Part 2
March 21, 2024 21:00Have you ever noticed the word “Whatever” can be a little annoying, except… The Apostle Paul says: Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus. Dr. Randy shows you how this “Whatever” will help you live an Intentional Life. And that’s the next Intentional Living. […]
How to Live Intentionally – Part 1
March 20, 2024 21:00Have you ever noticed the word “Whatever” can be a little annoying, except… The Apostle Paul says: Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus. Dr. Randy shows you how this “Whatever” will help you live an Intentional Life. And that’s the next Intentional Living. […]
Your Prodigal Child – Part 1
March 19, 2024 21:00Vance Havner stated: “If they had a social gospel in the days of the prodigal son, somebody would’ve given him a bed, and a sandwich, and he never would’ve gone home.” But the prodigal DID come home. Did yours come home? What’s your story, and the story of your prodigal? Dr. Randy’s got help for […]
Intentional Relationships
March 18, 2024 21:00If you’re intentional about something, does that mean you’ll be better at it? Well yeah, especially if your being intentional in Jesus Christ. And being intentional in your relationships will make them healthier relationships. Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for Inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people […]
Sibling Rivalry
March 15, 2024 21:00Do you need help to survive Sibling Squabbles? Do you want to Resist Relational Rivalries? Yeah, those are cute titles, but sometimes these rivalries can tear a family apart. Questions? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally in the […]
Opposite Sex Friendships
March 14, 2024 21:00Are you married? Do you have opposite sex friends? Dr. Randy wants to help you be intentional with your opposite sex friends, to keep them healthy and open, and NOT ruin your marriage. Here’s an Intentional Living Minute for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live […]
Ever Made Any Mistakes? – Part 2
March 13, 2024 21:00John Maxwell said: A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them. What have you learned from your mistakes, and what do you need to do to fix them? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? […]
Ever Made Any Mistakes? – Part 1
March 12, 2024 21:00John Maxwell said: A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them. What have you learned from your mistakes, and what do you need to do to fix them? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? […]
Figuring & Doing – Part 2
March 11, 2024 21:00As you know, the key verse for Intentional Living is: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. Did you notice that’s a two-step process? Thinking and action. Do you struggle with one or the other? Maybe you struggle with both? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional […]
Where to Start – Part 2
March 08, 2024 21:00The Apostle Paul tells us: Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win! But what if you’re not in the race because you don’t know how or where to start? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? […]
Where to Start – Part 1
March 07, 2024 21:00The Apostle Paul tells us: Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win! But what if you’re not in the race because you don’t know how or where to start? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? […]
Figuring & Doing – Part 1
March 06, 2024 21:00As you know, the key verse for Intentional Living is: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. Did you notice that’s a two-step process? Thinking and action. Do you struggle with one or the other? Maybe you struggle with both? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional […]
How to Be a SMART Parent
March 05, 2024 21:00Do you ever feel like you just don’t understand what’s going on with your kids? Well, Dr. Randy’s here to help, and he’s going to show you how to be a SMART Parent. There are five things you need to do to be both a SMART and Intentional Parent. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living […]
When Do You Feel Most Loved?
March 04, 2024 21:00In his book Starved for Affection, Dr. Randy states: Affection is the kind of love that leaves you feeling close, safe, and cared for. So, today’s question is, “When do you feel most loved by your spouse?” But it’s also a question you should ask your spouse. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for […]
Asking for Directions – Part 2
March 01, 2024 21:00I know it’s tough for a lot of us to ask for directions. But what about asking for the directions for your life? Do you need those kind of directions? You’re not going to find them on Google maps, so Dr. Randy’s here to help you find your life direction. Need help? Here’s an Intentional […]
Marriages That Have Made It
February 29, 2024 21:00How are you doing? How is your marriage going? It seems that many marriages haven’t made it. So, Dr. Randy wants to do a program about the marriages that HAVE. If that’s you, we want to hear your story. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, […]
How Do I Respond? – Part 2
February 28, 2024 21:00You know how it works. She’s been giving you advice all day, then you become resistant, then the advice turns into nagging, and you? You escalate, and on it goes. What can you do to avoid turning up the heat? Well, Dr. Randy’s here to show you how to respond. Need help? Here’s an Intentional […]
How Do I Respond?
February 27, 2024 21:00You know how it works. He says something unkind, then you respond with anger, then he responds with silence, and on it goes. What can you do to avoid that downward spiral? Well, Dr. Randy’s here to help you avoid it. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At […]
Asking for Directions
February 26, 2024 21:00OK men, we all know that we are the worst when it comes to asking for directions. But rather than geography, what about life? Do you need any directions for where your life needs to go? Dr. Randy’s here to help you find the direction for your life. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG […]
WWJD – Part 2
February 23, 2024 21:00The verse for Intentional Living is: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. And that reminds me of a wristband from the 90’s – WWJD. What would Jesus do? So how are you doing with that? Need some help figuring that out, walking that path? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG […]
All Questions Are Welcome – Part 2
February 22, 2024 21:00What do I do? What did I do wrong? Why has this happened to me? Where is God in all this? Any of those running through your mind? If you’re wondering who to ask, who to talk to, Dr. Randy’s here for pretty much all your questions. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for […]
All Questions Are Welcome
February 21, 2024 21:00Kids, parenting, family, in-laws, money, health, marriage, divorce, faith, unfaithful unintentional, communication, forgiveness… any of those ring a bell? Maybe a question popped up? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally in the five essential areas of […]
WWJD
February 20, 2024 21:00Do you remember the WWJD wristband? What would Jesus do? Well, that’s a reminder of our theme verse: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. So how are you doing with that? Do you know what He’d do? What pleases Him? Want to learn? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for […]
Same Page Marriage
February 19, 2024 21:00After your relationship with Jesus Christ, the next most important relationship on this planet is the one you have with your spouse. And because it’s important, you’d better be intentional. What does God want to do in your marriage? Are you on the same page? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What […]
Disrespectful Kids
February 15, 2024 21:00Billy Graham said: “A child who is allowed to be disrespectful to his parents will not have true respect for anyone.” Is there a disrespectful child in your house? Learn why children misbehave, and how to respond in a loving, intentional way. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? […]
Marriage on the Brink
February 15, 2024 21:00All they do is argue, and it seems divorce is the only way out. What would you do if your marriage was teetering on the brink of divorce? Hear how a one thing—a love habit—turned the tide. Are you on the brink? Were you on the brink? Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for […]
Essential Questions – Part 2
February 14, 2024 21:00Faith, family, finances, health and work. Those are the Five Essentials Dr. Randy talks about in an intentional life. But just because they’re essential, doesn’t mean you won’t have a problem in there somewhere. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to […]
Stuck in a Rut – Part 2
February 13, 2024 21:00Are you in some sort of pit, or some sort of rut? Maybe you’re in a dead-end job, or a lifeless relationship, or you’re depressed, or just plain stuck. Well, if you are in a rut, Dr. Randy’s here to get you unstuck Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional […]
Asking Then Doing – Part 2
February 12, 2024 21:00The key verse for Intentional Living is: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. Being intentional requires both figuring and doing. Are you having a problem with either of those? Ask Dr. Randy your questions, then discover what you need to do. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What […]
Asking Then Doing – Part 1
February 09, 2024 21:00The key verse for Intentional Living is: Figure out what will please Christ, and then do it. Being intentional requires both figuring and doing. Are you having a problem with either of those? Ask Dr. Randy your questions, then discover what you need to do. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What […]
Essential Questions – Part 1
February 08, 2024 21:00Faith, family, finances, health and work. Those are the Five Essentials Dr. Randy talks about in an intentional life. But just because they’re essential, doesn’t mean you won’t have a problem in there somewhere. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have a passion to […]
Stuck in a Rut – Part 1
February 07, 2024 21:00Have you ever had a problem so big you couldn’t form a question? And you end up asking something like: “What do I do?” If that’s what you’re facing, Dr. Randy will help you find your focus. Need help? Here’s an Intentional Living BLOG for inspiration! What is Intentional Living? At Intentional Living, we have […]