Mornings with Carmen
483 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingswith Carmen LaBerge
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Life after contracting the coronarivus | Healing and hope for men and women
March 24, 2020 13:47Carmen talks with Drew Griffin, Managing Editor of Providence. Drew was recently diagnosed with having contracted COVID-19 and shares what it's like to have the coronavirus. Then, author and speaker Danielle Strickland takes us inside her book "Better Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together."
Caring for the least of these | Gleaning wisdom from the book of John
March 24, 2020 13:32President of World Relief Scott Arbeiter shares how we as the Church can answer the call to care for the vulnerable in these days of fear and worry. Then, Musician and author Michael Card highlights his book titled "John: The Gospel of Wisdom" and shares why this gospel is unique when compared to the other three.
Answering the doubters | World headlines and issues
March 23, 2020 13:43We begin today's conversation with Rupert Shortt, author of "Outgrowing Dawkins: God for Grown-ups." Then, Carmen discusses current world headlines and how we can be praying for those most extremely impacted by the coronavirus.
Shepherding amid the COVID crisis | Ethics, politics and government power in a time of crisis
March 23, 2020 13:30Pastor Jason Meyer shares encouraging scripture and offers insight on how to offer people hope during this pandemic outbreak. Then, Carmen talks with Adam Carrington about the latest political headlines and how we can be praying for our leaders.
Practical help for educating kids at home | Letting go of vengeance
March 20, 2020 14:46Erin Paske of the Nashville Dyslexia Center, a longtime educator, offers practical advice for parents to keep their kids learning during the COVID-19 crisis. Marcus Doe, author of "Catching Ricebirds," talks about how God helped him overcome a desire for vengeance after the Liberian civil war.
Supporting pastors through their struggles as they support their flocks | The faith of the director of the NIH
March 20, 2020 14:40Shaun Dean of Standing Stone Ministry talks about how his ministry helps pastors deal with struggles that they don't feel able to share with their congregations. Dan DeWitt of Theolatte looks at an Atlantic interview with NIH director, Francis Collins, that explores his Christian faith.
The end of Civilization? Not hardly! | Listening to God together as a family
March 19, 2020 14:38Peter Kapsner of the University of Northwestern-St Paul reacts to some panic-driven articles in the mainstream press worried about the end of civilization. Then Lacy Finn Borgo, author of "Spiritual Conversations with Children," offers practical advice for parents to help their kids grow spiritually during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.
Washington reacts to the coronavirus pandemic | When LGBT ideology means human reality
March 19, 2020 14:31Acton Institute's Ben Johnson gives us a rundown of measures being taken and proposed by Congress and the President in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nancy Pearcey of Houston Baptist University talks about how much of the ideological drive by LGBT activists doesn't stand up to physical reality.
Churches and business serving those self-quarantined | Becoming more than just Christians
March 18, 2020 14:36Bible and Business's Bill English offers ways that both churches and businesses can graciously serve those who are self-quarantined. Addison Bevere, author of "Saints," talks about how learning your identity as a saint offers a larger, grander vision of life as a citizen of God's Kingdom.
Recreating a better future together | How the American way impacts how we fight COVID-19
March 18, 2020 14:28Daryl Crouch highlights his recent Crosstied blog post where he casts a vision of how churches can address disasters and crises in their communities to build a better future for all. Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about our nation's decentralized federalist tradition and how it impacts how we face crises like the coronavirus.
COVID-19: Who’s at risk? What to expect if you catch it? | Stepfamilies and the 5 love languages
March 17, 2020 15:35David Stevens of the Christian Medical and Dental Association helps us understand the risks around the coronavirus, and how do deal with it if you catch it. Ron Deal of FamilyLife Blended talks about the book he co-wrote with Gary Chapman called "Building Love Together in Blended Families."
Living out the golden rule in the COVID-19 crisis | Showing Christ on a baking show
March 17, 2020 15:27Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about ways people are using the coronavirus crisis to show God's love. Br. Andrew Corriente talks about his experience on The Great American Baking Show, and what it means to do all for Christ.
Crises happen. Fear does not have to | Global impact of the Coronavirus pandemic
March 16, 2020 15:13Psychologist Linda Mintle looks at our COVID-19 crisis and offers ways to fight fear in our lives. Global affair expert David Aikman looks at how Europe and other parts of the world have been deeply impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic, plus the oil war between Russia and Saudi Arabia.
Focusing on God amid the COVID-19 crisis | Helping our kids find wisdom
March 16, 2020 15:07Peter Kapsner and Carmen respond to the COVID-19 news over the weekend, how it has affected churches, and how we can see God's sovereignty in the crisis. Pediatrician and author Scott James talks about his new kid's book Where is Wisdom?
I Still Believe movie and entertainment industry faces COVID-19 | Christians and the ethics of warfare
March 13, 2020 15:00PluggedIn's Adam Holz talks about how the sporting and entertainment industries are handling the coronavirus pandemic, as well as reviews the new movie I Still Believe, the story of Christian singer/songwriter Jeremy Camp. Then Bruce Ashford of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary discusses the various views of waging warfare.
Helping congregations respond to COVID-19 well | The disabled and the Coronavirus
March 13, 2020 14:47Jamie Aten of Wheaton College's Humanitarian Disaster Institute talks about how churches can protect themselves and serve others during the COVID-19 crisis. Stephen Grcevich of Key Ministry looks at how crises like the COVID-19 pandemic affects those with special needs and how we can help those who are vulnerable.
COVID-19 closing down schools and sporting events | How the US became a victim of its own success
March 12, 2020 15:08Peter Kapsner reacts to the closing colleges and cancelling of the NBA season because of the Coronavirus pandemic. New York Times columnist Ross Douthat, author of "The Decadent Society," talks about how our success has led to decadence, and how we can help reform our nation.
Why some countries are struggling to address COVID-19 | Churches helping those struggling with medical debt
March 12, 2020 15:01Acton Institute's Ben Johnson comments on how countries like Italy with its centralized healthcare system is struggling to address the COVID-19 outbreak. Craig Antico of RIP Medical Debt shares how Churches are helping people in their communities find relief from medical debt.
How businesses can best respond to COVID-19 disruption | A spiritual reality check for the Church
March 11, 2020 14:57Bible and Business' Bill English talks about how businesses can respond best when crises like the Coronavirus disrupt business. Pastor and former missionary John McWilliams talks about his new free ebook "Off Course Christianity," talking about ways we can resist conforming to today's culture to show the world Christ better.
Bringing Jeremy Camp’s overcoming faith story to the big screen | How Coronavirus is affecting the Church worldwide
March 11, 2020 14:49Film producer Kevin Downes of Kingdom Story Company talks about the new movie I Still Believe, the story of Jeremy Camp's experience of losing his first wife to cancer and his faith to overcome the pain. Then Mission Network News reporter Ruth Kramer talks about how churches globally are responding to COVID-19.
A pro-basketball player sacrifices season for sake of justice | The challenges and opportunities of European Evangelicals
March 10, 2020 15:14Justin Giboney talks about his friend, WNBA star Maya Moore, who gave up a season to focus on fighting for justice an imprisoned person. European missiologist Jim Memory talks about how crises like the flood of immigrants, the rise of nationalism, and even the Coronavirus are opportunities for the Gospel.
More presidential primaries, coronavirus, and video manipulation | The impact of a classical Christian education on students
March 10, 2020 15:06Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith talks about how the Coronavirus is starting to impact colleges and universities, along with a look at today's round of presidential primaries. Then David Goodwin of ACCS discusses a Notre Dame study looking at the positive impact of a distinctly classical Christian education.
Restoring our lasting values | The global impact of the Coronavirus scare
March 09, 2020 14:21James Merritt, past president of the Southern Baptist Convention, talks about his new book Character Still Counts. World affairs expert David Aikman looks at the scare around the Coronavirus is affecting global markets and politics.
Bringing the generations and races together around the Bible | A closer look at SCOTUS’ hearing around LA abortion law
March 09, 2020 14:11Nick Hall of Pulse talks about the Year of the Bible gathering in Washington in June, and the call to bring the generations, denominations, and ethnicities together. Political scientist Adam Carrington offers analysis of the arguments in June Medical Services v. Russo before the Supreme Court.
The de-conversion of popular YouTube stars and Pixar’s Onward | A guide to post-Christian contemporary thought and culture
March 06, 2020 16:06PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews Onward and The Way Back, how social media add-ons like Hoop can expose your kids to predators, and the de-conversion of YouTube stars Rhett & Link. Gene Veith, author of "Post-Christian," explains some of the common, but erroneous and destructive, ideas in our modern day culture.
A call to pray for our school campuses | Three eyes for good Bible reading
March 06, 2020 15:40Jeff Eckhart of Claim Your Campus talks about the various ways students are connecting to pray for their schools. Dan Dewitt of Theolatte talks about how to read, interpret, and then personally apply Scripture to your life.
Answering common progressive religious arguments for LGBT inclusion | A call to being consistently pro-life
March 05, 2020 15:36Peter Kapsner offers answers to those who would use the Bible and theology to argue for normalizing LGBT ideals into Christianity. Herbie Newell of Lifeline Children's Services offers ideas for being consistently pro-life, not just pro-birth.
Supreme Court hears Louisiana abortion case | The need for Evangelicals to have honest dialogue on politics
March 05, 2020 15:29Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about the Supreme Court's hearing arguments over a Louisiana abortion log and the verbal war between Chuck Schumer and the Chief Justice. Christianity Today's Daniel Harrell talks about their commentary series The Table, encouraging honest and respectful dialogue on how to engage politically.
Riding out the Coronavirus and the wild markets | The growth of the Church in Iran
March 04, 2020 15:34Bible and Business' Bill English looks at how the Coronavirus is impacting the stock markets and how to ride out the instability. Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive Ministries shares stunning stories of changed lives in Iran thanks to the Gospel.
Storm recovery in Tennessee and grace in unexpected pain | Recap of Super Tuesday
March 04, 2020 15:27Tennessee Pastor Daryl Crouch talks about recovery efforts in the Nashville area, and how to manage unexpected pain and suffering that you don't understand. Political scientist Hunter Baker looks at how the Super Tuesday primaries rebirthed Biden's campaign while offered a repudiation of Sander's Democratic Socialism in the party.
Prayerfully and reasonably preparing for the Coronavirus | AI and the future of humanity
March 03, 2020 15:52David Stevens of the Christian Medical and Dental Association talks about the preparations for the Coronavirus in the US and how we can calmly and reasonably prepare ourselves. Jason Thacker, author of The Age of AI, talks about how artificial intelligence is impacting what it means to be human.
When politicians pray | Responding to Ocasio-Cortez’s claim Christians weaponizing Scripture
March 03, 2020 15:37Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement talks about the unequal reactions when certain politicians are part of prayer. Daniel Darling of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission offers analysis of statements made by Rep. Ocasio-Cortez denouncing those who oppose pro-LGBT policies in part on religious grounds.
Dealing with the anxiety around the Coronavirus | Global response to Coronavirus and religious tensions on India
March 02, 2020 16:13Psychologist Linda Mintle provides encouragement for managing the anxiety many feel around the Coronavirus, plus offers ways to prevent mental illness in our kids. Global affair expert David Aikman looks at the global response to the Coronavirus, and discusses the Israeli election and the latest crisis in Syria.
A conversation with Dr. Tony Evans | Christians in Iran and China lead in the coronavirus fight amid persecution
March 02, 2020 16:06Carmen sat down with Dr. Tony Evans to talk about his years of ministry, his family, and his new study bible. Ruth Kramer of Mission Network News looks at how Christians in Iran and China are providing leadership in response to the coronavirus epidemics in their countries.
Disney movie to feature openly LGBT character | Prayer, politics, and the politics of prayer
February 28, 2020 16:41Paul Asay of PluggedIn talks about the new movie Emma, and comments on Disney's upcoming animated movie Onward which will feature an openly LGBT character. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer looks at the need to pray in our politically divided country.
Senate blocks pro-life legislation and the importance of down-ballot voting | Memes, trolling, and grace on social media
February 28, 2020 16:28Public Theologian Matt Hawkins talks about recent pro-life legislative losses in the Senate, and the importance of down-ballot voting. LifeWay Social's Chris Martin discusses Mike Bloomberg's failed attempts to use memes in his campaign, plus talks about being gracious on a social media platform that thrives on trolling.
The rise of secular monks | A fresh look at the personal battle against pornography and sexual addiction
February 27, 2020 16:13Peter Kapsner talks about the growing number of secular monks: non-religious people who chose single (often celibate) lives to pursue their careers and personal improvement. Fred Stoeker, co-author of the newly updated book Every Man's Battle, talks about how technology has changed how men need to fight for purity.
Why Bernie Sanders can’t condemn brutal Communist dictators | Testimony of healing after abortion
February 27, 2020 16:01Acton Institute's Ben Johnson offers insights on why during the recent Democratic debates, candidate Bernie Sanders kept defending dictators like Fidel Castro who brutally oppressed his people. Jody Clemens of 40 Days of Life ND shares her story of abortion and forgiveness.
The emotional toll of a failing business or ministry | Encouraging young men by the stories of faithful saints
February 26, 2020 16:03Bible and Business' Bill English talks about the emotional toll business owners, ministry leaders, and their families pay when their organization is failing, and how to mitigate the stress. Catherine Parks, author of "Strong," talks about how recounting stories of faithful men helps young men in their spiritual growth.
Discovering the freedom of Lent | Putting faithful witness ahead of political expediency
February 26, 2020 15:53Pastor Aaron Damiani, author of "The Good of Giving Up," talks about Lent and how Lenten disciplines can help increase one's spiritual growth and intimacy with God. Law professor John Inazu comments on his Christianity Today editorial arguing that Christians need to get out of our political echo-chambers.
Stories of women who have been restored by God | Identifying and combating public corruption
February 25, 2020 15:38Missy Robertson, formerly of Duck Dynasty, talks about her new PureFlix series Restored, which highlights the stories of women who found restoration through God's grace. Journalist and corruption specialist Sarah Chayes offers ways to identify and combat public corruption.
SCOTUS to hear Christian foster care agency | From polio to purpose
February 25, 2020 15:26Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith talks about the word that the Supreme Court will hear involving a Catholic foster care agency and same-sex couples. Steve Stirling, author of "Crutch of Success," shares how God has been using him in spite of polio; first in business, then in relief ministry.
Cupcakes, connection, fellowship and discipleship | Update on Coronavirus and Mideast unrest
February 24, 2020 16:08Paula Nelson of Sweet Monday and Project Cupcake talks about her ministry and how to help develop times of connecting with other Christian women. Foreign affairs expert, David Aikman, talks about the global impact and response to the Coronavirus pandemic, as well as unrest in Iran and Syria.
Buttigieg, faith and politics | Nevada Caucuses results and Justice Department concerns
February 24, 2020 15:58Carmen talks about statements made by Democratic candidate Pete Buttigieg on faith and politics from a recent CNN town hall event. Political scientist Adam Carrington recaps the state of the Democratic race after the Nevada Caucuses, plus concerns of how free the Justice Department is from presidential pressure.
Review of Call of the Wild and Hollywood’s sexual disconnect | Using technology to reaching the world with the Gospel
February 21, 2020 16:15PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews the new Call of the Wild movie, plus talks about how Hollywood misses the point in trying to protect privacy during the filming of sexually explicit scenes. Jeff Gowler of Global Media Outreach talks about how they use search engine optimization to reach seekers.
Tensions between candidates and pro-life Democrats | Responding to Richard Dawkins’ tweet supportive of eugenics
February 21, 2020 16:05Public theologian Matt Hawkins talks about how pro-life Democrats face a hard fight for their party in the face of presidential campaign rhetoric. Apologist Dan DeWitt talks about atheist Richard Dawkins' recent tweet supporting eugenics, and offers a Christian response.
Dwayne Wade and following a child’s leading on sexuality | Moving to proximity to intimacy with God
February 20, 2020 15:47Peter Kapsner of the University of Northwestern-St Paul looks at the news of Dwayne Wade's decision to help his son transition sexually because his child said so. Heath Adamson, author of the upcoming book "The Sacred Chase," talks about ways to cultivate true intimacy with God.
Free speech infringement on college campuses | A journey for pastors to racial harmony
February 20, 2020 15:40Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about a recent court case of Christian college students being hindered from exercising their free speech rights on campus. Carl Nelson of Transform MN talks about their Sankofa pilgrimages to help pastors and ministry leaders understand our nation's past racism.
On Boy Scouts, abuse and bankruptcy | Using the Lenten season as a time to draw nearer to Jesus
February 19, 2020 15:53Bill English of Bible and Business looks at how the Boy Scouts are dealing with their abuse scandal and about bankruptcy. Asheritah Ciuciu, author of Uncovering the Love of Jesus, talks about her Lenten devotional and using Lent to fuel your relationship with God.
How to be a better pro-life representative | A closer look at the Bloomberg presidential candidacy
February 19, 2020 15:47Pastor Daryl Crouch talks about how being pro-life is more than political, but it's a way of life we should live. Political scientist Hunter Baker looks at the candidacy of Michael Bloomberg and some issues from his past that have people concerned, including people of faith.