Mornings with Carmen
483 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingswith Carmen LaBerge
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Reviews of Just Mercy and The Vast of Night | Imprisonment and sustaining grace in the face of ISIS
June 05, 2020 14:51PluggedIn's Paul Asay talks about the free stream release of Just Mercy dealing with racism in the criminal justice system, plus the stream release of The Vast of Night. Petr Jasek of Voice of the Martyrs, author of "Imprisoned with ISIS," shares his story of God's sustaining grace.
Threats against free speech and faith-based adoption agencies | Finding hints of the Gospel in Marvel movies
June 05, 2020 14:40Public Theologian Matthew Hawkins talks about current threats to free speech in our increasingly polarized society. Plus reviews the Supreme Court's hearing about faith-based adoption agencies. Theolatte Blog's Dan DeWitt talks about his Route 66 road trip with his sons, as well as hints of the Gospel in Stan Lee movies.
How should white parents talk with their kids about George Floyd | Learning God’s wisdom from our furry friends
June 04, 2020 15:02Peter Kapsner responds to a call from commentator Van Jones about how the left and right need to come together, as well as reflecting on how white parents can talk to their white children about the death of George Floyd. Jennifer Bleakley talks about her new book "Pawverbs."
Leadership and speaking into crisis times | What does it mean to be pro-life?
June 04, 2020 14:53Acton Institute's Ben Johnson looks at the recent protests and the abuse of symbols and cultural artifacts. He also looks at how our former Presidents are speaking into the situation. Karen Swallow Prior talks about a recent documentary disparaging the pro-life movement and what it really means to be pro-life.
Helping businesses damaged by riots deal with moving forward | Trump and Evangelical concerns about justice, truth, and moral integrity
June 03, 2020 15:18Bible and Business' Bill English provides direction for business owners whose businesses have been damaged by recent rioting. Ron Sider, editor of the new book "The Spiritual Danger of Donald Trump," talks about the concerns numerous Evangelicals have with the President and how he has affected the Church's witness.
A black man offers an opportunity to get to know him | Sharing a personal experience of prejudice
June 03, 2020 15:11African-American video artist Tyler Merritt talks about his viral video "Before You Call the Cops" and how we really should get to know each other personally. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer, an Asian-American, shares her story of ethnic hatred and how it fuels her reporting of global religious news.
Fighting against racialized violence | How to discern the demonic from the divine
June 02, 2020 16:14The And Campaign's Justin Giboney talks about the recent protests and rioting around the death of George Floyd, calling for an end to racialized violence. Sharon Beekmann, author of "Rescued and Redeemed," talks about how demons can deceive us into thinking they are angelic.
Political optics and rhetoric v. being seen and heard | White urban pastor addressing racial tension in his city
June 02, 2020 15:59Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith talks about the President's rhetoric as a law and order president, and his march a DC church building and how it likely hit those who feel disenfranchised. Jason Meyer of Bethlehem Baptist Church of Minneapolis talks about how he's shepherding his congregation regarding racism.
Ethnic division, peacemakers and the good life | China’s increasingly aggressive posture toward the world
June 01, 2020 14:59Pastor Derwin Gray, author of "The Good Life," talks about the racial tensions in the wake of George Floyd's death and the call of the Church to be peacemakers and healers in our world. Global affairs expert David Aikman looks at how China has become more aggressive toward the world.
Could a COVID-19 second wave be worse? | A look behind the murder charges against former police officer Chauvin
June 01, 2020 14:47Infectious disease expert Zach Jenkins looks at the potential that a second wave of COVID-19 could be worse, especially after the weekend protests. Constitutional law expert Adam Carrington looks at the 3rd degree murder charges against the officer accused of killing George Floyd.
Living in the wake of George Floyd’s life and death | Wisely reopening churches
May 29, 2020 15:31Carmen addresses the protests around George Floyd's death in police custody and looked at his life ministering to the needy in Houston before moving to Minneapolis. Wheaton College's Ed Stetzer addresses how to wisely reopen churches amid the pandemic, as well as the problems of buying into conspiracy theories.
Truth is a matter of life and death | Kingdom ethnicity in a divided world
May 29, 2020 15:21Public Theologian Matthew Hawkins looks at a commencement speech by Washington Post's editor talking about the crucial importance of truth. Pastor DA Horton, author of "InTENSIONal," addresses the racial tensions of our day and how we can bring Biblical understand and conciliation.
Is COVID-19 making us more vegan? | Trading dream jobs for true calling
May 28, 2020 15:45Peter Kapsner looks at an article claiming that COVID-19 is leading us to become more vegan, as well as the problem of reading political theory into Scripture. Former ABC News anchor Paula Faris, author of "Called Out," talks about how pursuing God's calling led her away from her dream jobs.
Court rules in favor of Anglican diocese | George Floyd and lament of a black pastor
May 28, 2020 15:40Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about a Texas court's favorable ruling regarding the property of a conservative Anglican diocese seeking to leave the liberal Episcopal Church. Pastor Billy Russell of Greater Friendship Baptist Church in Minneapolis discusses the brutal death of George Floyd, the rioting, and the lament he feels.
A humble view of wealth and success in business | Practical strategies for moving beyond anxiety
May 27, 2020 14:49Bible and Business' Bill English explores Deuteronomy 8:10-11 and how a business's accomplishments and success needs to be humbled by the reality of God's provision and sovereignty. Pastor David Chadwick, author of "Moving Beyond Anxiety," looks at practical steps for mind renewal in the face of fear and anxiety.
The strange things about racism | Why we need real people, places and things in the digital age
May 27, 2020 14:41Pastor Daryl Crouch reflects on the recent deaths of African-Americans Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd, and the three strange things about racism. Pastor Jay Kim, author of "Analog Church," looks at how especially as we look at easing pandemic restrictions, how we need in-person relationships in church.
COVID-19 and the confusion around Hydroxycloroquine | Working on the NYC front lines fight against the Coronavirus
May 26, 2020 15:00David Stevens of the Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the confusing news around Hydroxycloroquine, plus looks at Phlow, a Christian run company that has the biggest HHS grant in history to help fight the Coronavirus. Then nurse Rachel Hartley talks about her work fighting COVID-19 in New York City.
Chicago churches raided for reopening | Fighting COVID-19 and reopening takes wisdom, not just expertise
May 26, 2020 14:49Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about reports over the weekend where some Chicago-area churches were raided for reopening and the pastor fined. Theologian Daniel Taylor discusses his StarTribune article calling for wisdom for reopening, not just expertise.
The return of drive-ins and when movies will return | Taking your marriage back from pornography
May 22, 2020 15:34PluggedIn's Adam Holz talks about the new Scoob movie that's streaming, the return of drive-in movies, and Hollywood's plans to return to theatres. Rosie Makinney, author of "Fight for Love," talks about ways that pornography destroys marriages and how the innocent spouse can fight to save the relationship.
COVID-19, Mayor DeBlasio, and religious freedom | Teens, screen time and social media time
May 22, 2020 15:14Public theologian Matthew Hawkins looks at the conflict between NYC mayor Bill DeBlasio and Jewish Yeshiva schools that he closed down because of the Coronavirus. Chris Martin of LifeWay Social talks about how the psychological impacts differ in teens between social media time and screen time.
Can churches administering the sacraments virtually? | Importance of good theology in children’s books
May 21, 2020 14:55Peter Kapsner talks about the sacraments, and how churches can administer them virtually because of social distancing and online church. Carl Laferton, author of the children's book "The Garden, the Curtain, and Cross," talks about the importance of teaching kids good theology early on.
The fight for student-led prayer at graduations | Will scientism provide salvation from COVID-19?
May 21, 2020 14:45The Acton Institute's Ben Johnson looks at the legal fight in South Carolina over graduation prayers led by students, as well as Elon Musk's fight with California to open his Tesla factories. MIT scientist Ian Hutchinson discusses the limitations of science and the misguided faith of scientism.
Federal debt and preparing for the coming economic realities | Inspiring people through sharing good news
May 20, 2020 15:08Bible and Business' Bill English talks about how the growth of our federal debt compared to our GDP bodes ill for the future, and how Christians and churches should prepare as they both survive and serve those around us. Robert Neely talks about his good news website Inspire More.
Finding Biblical balance in the gun rights debate | Locust plague in Africa, COVID-19 and global missions
May 20, 2020 14:53Philosopher Michael Austin, author of "Guns and Guns in America," talks about finding a balance in protecting gun rights and stemming gun violence. Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer provides updates on the locust plague in Ethiopia and how COVID-19 is affecting missionaries and churches globally.
The quest of justice for Ahmaud Arbery | Growing closer and stronger through life’s defining moments
May 19, 2020 15:00The And Campaign's Justin Giboney looks at the death of Ahmaud Arbery, the quest for justice for his family, and the deeper issues the Church and nation must address. Dave Harvey, author of "I Still Do," talks about overcoming the struggles of life as a married couple.
QAnon, conspiracy theories, and Evangelicals | A worldwide movement of prayer and repentance
May 19, 2020 14:51Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith talks about recent apocalyptic conspiracy theories, how they parallel Christian eschatology, but also where they are out of step with the Bible. Dino Rizzo of Unite714 talks about the global movement of prayer and repentance as we seek God's restoration.
COVID-19 and God’s judgement | The continued world impact of the Coronavirus and Taliban attack on maternity ward
May 18, 2020 15:44Apologist John Lennox, author of "Where's God in a Coronavirus World?", talks about differing perspectives on judgement and what Jesus had to say about when tragedies happen. World affair expert David Aikman talks about the ongoing global impact of COVID-19, as well as a recent attack on an Afghan hospital.
COVID-19, masks, and pediatric inflammatory syndrome | Proxy voting in Congress and unfaithful electoral college electors case
May 18, 2020 15:33Epidemiologist Zach Jenkins provides the latest Coronavirus news including a rare, but dangerous, syndrome affecting some children who contract COVID-19, plus the importance of wearing masks to prevent the spread. Political scientist Adam Carrington looks at recent news out of Congress and the Supreme Court in Washington.
A call to us to help less fortunate globally amid COVID-19 | Understanding our Muslim neighbors better
May 15, 2020 15:34World Relief's Matthew Soerens talks about how COVID-19 is affecting places in the third world and how the Church should lead in helping. Matthew Bennett, author of "40 Questions about Islam," talks about some of the misconceptions and misunderstandings we have about Islam.
NYC council speaker attacks Samaritan’s Purse | Trying to destroy the cross usually destroys the world
May 15, 2020 14:59Public Theologian Matt Hawkins looks the hatred by some NYC officials toward Samaritan's Purse in spite of the help they provided treating COVID-19 patients in that city during the crisis. Apologist Dan DeWitt considers the story behind G.K. Chesterton's novel "The Ball and the Cross."
The faith of Tua Tagovailoas and Little Richard | Summer reading that celebrates redemption
May 14, 2020 15:48Peter Kapsner looks at the faith of new Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoas and the late Little Richard. Then novelist Charles Martin talks about his new book "The Water Keeper" and the Biblical message of redemption it contains.
Positive reforms of Title IX for colleges | Glory stories from the National Day of Prayer
May 14, 2020 15:17Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about the Education Department's new Title IX guidelines for dealing with sexual assault cases on college campuses, plus the misguided rhetoric around face masks. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce shares stories from this year's National Day of Prayer.
Unemployment and bankruptcies amid COVID-19 | Helping at emotionally at-risk families during pandemic
May 13, 2020 15:54Bible and Business' Bill English talks about MN cases where businesses and churches are saying the forced closures are unconstitutional. Plus, a look at recent bankruptcy and unemployment numbers. Maridel Sandberg of Together for Good talks about helping emotionally at-risk families to prevent children from being abused.
A closer look at Summer in the Scriptures | SCOTUS considers when a employee of religious employee a minister
May 13, 2020 15:41Colin Smith of Unlocking the Bible talks about the joint campaign with Faith Radio to lead people in Scripture during the Summer. Political Scientist Hunter Baker looks at the recent Senate hearing regarding COVID-19, plus cases before the Supreme Court including two dealings of the definition of a minister.
The strain on healthcare workers amid the pandemic | Inspiring men through the faith stories of 6 astronauts
May 12, 2020 14:42David Stevens of Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the limitations of anti-body testing for COVID-19, as well as the stress experienced by many healthcare workers treating Coronavirus patients. Justin Camp of Gather Ministries talks about his book "Odyssey."
The possible return of sports amid COVID-19 | How to do the square foot gardening method
May 12, 2020 14:32Nick Pitts from the Institute for Global Engagement talks about how NASCAR, MLB, and the NFL are making plans to start up in spite of the Coronavirus. Brian Fuder of the Square Foot Gardening Foundation talks about how you can make a small but productive garden this Summer.
Mental health effects of pandemic isolation | Update on China and Hong Kong. Remembering V-E Day
May 11, 2020 15:15Psychologist Linda Mintle looks at the toll that social distancing and the strain of the pandemic is having on people. She offered some ways to alleviate the mental strain. David Aikman looks at China's response to global COVID-19 concerns and renewed Hong Kong protests, plus remembers V-E Day.
Who to trust regarding COVID-19 | When to follow and when to lay down your dreams
May 11, 2020 14:46Infectious disease expert Zach Jenkins provides an update on COVID-19, as well as a look at the onslaught of videos by those claiming to be coronavirus experts and how to determine who is reliable. Dianne Jago of Deeply Rooted Magazine talks about her book "A Holy Pursuit."
The importance of the questions asked by Jesus | China exploiting the pandemic
May 04, 2020 15:41Cara L. T. Murphy, author of "The Inquisitive Christ," talks about how when Jesus asked questions He was inviting the hearer into a deeper relationship with God. World affair expert David Aikman explains how China is using the pandemic to crack down on religious minorities and expand global influence.
Good news in the fight against COVID-19 | Leadership during crisis and Joe Biden’s #MeToo moment
May 04, 2020 14:28Infectious disease expert Zack Jenkins talks about Remdesivir and how this drug to fight the Coronavirus was able to be approved so quickly. Political Scientist Adam Carrington talks about the good and bad of the President's leadership during the pandemic and how the media is handling Biden's abuse allegations.
Stream movies ignoring movie ratings system | Encouragement for teachers during pandemic shutdown
May 01, 2020 15:21PluggedIn's Adam Holz talks about how many movies are being released to streaming but are increasingly ignoring going through the movie ratings process, making it hard to know of concerning content. David Schmus of the Christian Educator's Association International talks about ways they are trying to support educators during the pandemic.
Religious freedom under attack world wide | Why do we believe what we do?
May 01, 2020 14:31Public theologian Matthew Hawkins talks about the latest report the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom and the increasing attacks on people of faith around the world. Apologist Dan DeWitt talks about the nature of belief and what factors can affect why we believe what we believe.
How COVID-19 death reports affect us | What the Bible really says about demons
April 30, 2020 15:39Peter Kapsner talks with Carmen about how the constant news of deaths from COVID-19 are affecting how we're thinking about issues of death and family. Michael Heiser talks about his new book "Demons: What the Bible Really Says about the Powers of Darkness."
Creative cooperation and free markets lead to recovery | Preparations for National Day of Prayer
April 30, 2020 15:23Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about how worldview affects which people should get access to ventilators because of COVID-19, as well as how we're wired for creative cooperation in troubled times. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce talks about preparations for May 7th, 2020.
Creative cooperation and free markets lead to recovery | Preparations for National Day of Prayer next week
April 30, 2020 15:23Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about how worldview affects which people should get access to ventilator because of COVID-19, as well as how we're wired for creative cooperation in troubled times. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce talks about preparations for May 7th.
Business re-openings and COVID-19 liability concerns | Christian rock star loses voice but finds purpose
April 29, 2020 14:51Bible and Business' Bill English talks about what business leaders should consider when re-opening, addressing the concerns many businesses have regarding liability if people get the coronavirus. Then Former Audio Adrenaline lead Mark Stuart shares from his book "Losing My Voice to Find It."
Churches looking at reopening following COVID-19 closures | How as the pandemic changed higher education?
April 29, 2020 14:43Pastor Daryl Crouch shares what church leaders are thinking when it comes to reopening churches while trying to keep their members safe from COVID-19. Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about how colleges may be permanently changed by COVID-19 and ways they likely won't change.
COVID-19 symptoms and herd immunity | The timeliness and timelessness of lifestyle evangelism
April 28, 2020 15:09David Stevens of Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the updated list from the CDC of symptoms for COVID-19, plus what it would take to get herd immunity. Becky Pippert, author of "Stay Salt," talks about how even though the world has changed, the Gospel remains the same and is needed today.
The broad effects of the crash in oil markets | Cultivating maturity and purpose in older Christians
April 28, 2020 14:51Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about how the struggles in the oil industry affects other parts of the economy, and how one's worldview impacts those who should be prioritized for life-saving COVID-19 treatments. Then Michelle Van Loon shares insight from her book "Becoming Sage."
Dealing with impatience during the pandemic isolation | Israel forms unity government. Europe recovering from COVID-19
April 27, 2020 15:30Dr. Linda Mintle talks about how we can calm ourselves as we grow impatient for the pandemic to be over, as well as overcoming the loneliness of isolation. Global affairs expert David Aikman discusses Israel forming a unity government, Europe starting to emerge from pandemic shutdown, and other world headlines.