Mornings with Carmen
483 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingswith Carmen LaBerge
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Update on presidential race and impeachment inquiry | What does it mean to be an evangelical?
October 22, 2019 14:38Political Scientist Mark Caleb Smith of Cedarville University talks about his experience at last week's Democratic Presidential Debate, plus offers update on the impeachment inquiry. Thomas Kidd of Baylor University, author of Who is an Evangelical, looks at how the term "evangelical" is been used and what it really means.
Finding Christian themes in TV series Stranger Things | Political unrest around the world
October 21, 2019 16:15Michael Heiser, author of "The World Turned Upside Down," talks about areas where the TV series Stranger Things can be used to point people to the Gospel. World affairs expert David Aikman looks at a large variety of nations dealing with political unrest.
Ignoring ethics unleases horrors | Identity, morality, and the future of our representative republic
October 21, 2019 16:03Christian Post's Brandon Showalter talks about a meeting of medical ethicists who looked at the future of research and horrors that have happened when ethical guidelines are ignored. Hillsdale College's Adam Carrington offers analysis of recent arguments before the Supreme Court, as well as recent Pew Research findings on faith.
Plugged In movie review | Finding freedom from toxic people
October 18, 2019 16:13Carmen talks with Adam Holz of Plugged In about the dangers of parodies and mockumentaries when presented as real. Then Gary Thomas offers steps to discovering freedom from toxic people and relationships from his new book When to Walk Away.
Reaction to presidential debates | Thoughts on calling and community
October 18, 2019 16:04Trying to nuance support for abortion continues to show up in presidential debates and in new legislation in California. Carmen and public theologian Matthew Hawkins review these matters. Then, singer, songwriter, storyteller Andrew Peterson talks about his new work Adorning the Dark.
Prayerfully preparing for tomorrow’s bad news | Protecting children from sexual abuse
October 17, 2019 14:44Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer talks about a recent loss in her family and preparing for the bad news ahead of time in prayer. Kimberlee Norris of Ministry Safe talks about ways to prevent your kids from being groomed by a sexual predator.
Human dignity rooted in the Christian worldview | Beto O’Rourke, religious tax-exemptions, and pluralism
October 17, 2019 14:36In light of a recent UK court ruling against a Christian doctor's beliefs being incompatible with human dignity, Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about the reality of dignity being rooted in Christianity. John Inazu, author of "Confident Pluralism," addresses O'Rourke statements against those opposed to LGBT rights.
More leadership lessons from the life of David | Trading stress and anxiety for peace and purpose
October 16, 2019 14:45Bill English of Bible and Business wraps up his series on the leadership lessons from the life of King David. Rebekah Lyons, author of "Rhythms of Renewal," talks about struggling with anxiety and how finding four life rhythms can help us become resilient in the face of today's stressors.
Thoughts on a Trump rally and CNN’s LGBT town hall | Impeachment update
October 16, 2019 14:35Peter Kapsner talked about his experience of attending last week's Minneapolis Trump rally as well as Beto O'Rouke's statements in last week's CNN LGBT townhall. Political scientist Hunter Baker looks at the latest in the impeachment inquiry.
Update on vaping crisis & when it’s wise to use emergency rooms | Responding redemptively to the abuse crisis
October 15, 2019 14:32Dr. Bret Nicks of the Christian Medical and Dental Association offers an update on what's behind the vaping crisis, plus he talks about proper use of emergency rooms. Mary DeMuth, author of "We Too," confronts sexual abuse, plus talks about how God restores and redeems victims.
The rising refugee number in war-torn Syria | When Kingdom values transform peoples and nations
October 15, 2019 14:20Mindy Belz of World Magazine reports on the situation in Syria with refugees fleeing because of Turkey's invasion of Kurdish territory. Glenn Sunshine, co-author of "Kingdom Unleashed," talked about what it means to be an ambassador of Kingdom values in a broken world.
A holistic approach to pain management | Update on the Turkish invasion into Syria
October 14, 2019 15:20Dr. Linda Mintle talks about her new book "Living Beyond Pain" and how doctors are looking at a more holistic approach to dealing with chronic pain. David Aikman looks at the renewed Syrian crisis, as well as at Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.
The death of Atatiana Jefferson and other headlines | Turkey incursion into Syria leading to a new refugee crisis
October 14, 2019 15:09Nick Pitts of the Institute for Global Engagement responds to the death over the weekend of Atatiana Jefferson at the hands of Dallas police. Ruth Kramer of Mission Network News reports on the ministries working in Syria fearing a new refugee crisis caused by the Turkish incursion.
Reviews of Addams Family, Gemini Man and God Friended Me | Getting personal on social media
October 11, 2019 15:02Paul Asay of PluggedIn reviews the new movies "The Addams Family" and "Gemini Man," plus he offers analysis to the CBS series "God Befriended Me." Lifeway Voices editor Chris Martin talks about personal friendships and carefully being transparent on social media.
Turkey’s attack on religious liberty | Helping an abuse survivor recover and thrive
October 11, 2019 14:52Public Theologian Matt Hawkins talks about Turkey's incursion into Syria and the religious minorities being affected. Abuse survivor Jennifer Greenberg talks about her experience of abuse within the Church and how the patient love of her husband was important to her recovery.
Standing on God’s promises amid uncertainties | How California’s new consumer privacy law may impact you
October 10, 2019 15:57Rob Renfroe, author of "Unfailing," talks about how to stand strong on God's promises, even when life and circumstances are so uncertain. Jason Thacker of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission looks at how California's new internet consumer privacy law might affect the rest of Americans.
The debate over the legitimacy of the impeachment inquiry | What is Erdogan’s goal for invading Syria?
October 10, 2019 15:49Acton Institute's Ben Johnson looks at the fight over whether the House's impeachment inquiry is legally valid, plus NYC's attack on free speech. Aykan Erdemir of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies talks about how Turkey's incursion into Syria is meant to displace a fledgling democracy.
Walking into God-ordained risks | Meeting Jesus in the shadow of Mormonism
October 09, 2019 14:15Bible and Business' Bill English looks at how David saw God's possibilities where others saw only risk as he continues his leadership lessons from King David. Lisa Brockman, author of "Out of Zion," talks about her story of leaving Mormonism for Jesus and Biblically-faithful Christianity.
Many questioning Trump’s decision to pull out of Syria | What’s behind use of alienation of affection law suits
October 09, 2019 14:05Providence Magazine's Drew Griffin looks at problems with US pullout of Syria and what that means for the Kurds, plus the growing unrest in Iraq. Peter Kapsner talks about a recent court win by a man who sued the man who had an affair with his wife, ruining his marriage.
Your Christian identity should define your social/political engagement | Serving others a ladies and gentlemen
October 08, 2019 14:45Justin Giboney of the And Campaign talks about how our witness in the world, including politically, needs to be informed and defined by our identity to Christ. Horst Schulze, founder of Ritz-Carlton Hotels and author of Excellence Wins, talks about honoring others as image-bearers of God.
Real income on the increase | Greta Thunberg and finding mature answers to climate issues
October 08, 2019 14:34Tommy Binion of The Heritage Foundation talks about the growth in median income in America. Swedish apologist Per Ewert of the Clapham Institute talks about how he might have inspired young climate activist Greta Thunberg, and what he would say to her if he could about her crusade.
Brandt Jean, racism and forgiveness | US abandoning the Kurds in Northeastern Syria
October 07, 2019 15:16Rev. Billy Russell of Greater Friendship Baptist Church of Minneapolis reflects on the act of forgiveness by Brandt Jean, his experience of racism, and the ongoing forgiveness by African-Americans. David Aikman looks at the US pullout of Northeastern Syria, as well as protests in Iraq and Hong Kong.
A look at the 400 year experiment of the Black American family | Supreme Court to take up an important abortion law
October 07, 2019 15:09Christian Post's Brandon Showalter looks at why some in the Swedish church called Greta Thunberg a successor to Jesus. Plus, a review of the 400-year experiment on the Black American family. Adam Carrington talks about the impeachment inquiry, and SCOTUS taking up the case around an important abortion law.
Review of Joker & the theology of The Good Place | A couple’s journey through a past church abuse
October 04, 2019 15:21PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews the disturbing new film "Joker," as well as the interesting theology behind the TV series "The Good Place." Megan Lively, a speaker at the Caring Well Conference, shares how her husband graciously responded when she shared her story of past abuse in a church setting.
Religious freedom victories in Iowa and Alaska | 10 steps for coming alongside an abuse survivor
October 04, 2019 15:11Public theologian Matt Hawkins looks at religious freedom victories for a student ministry at the University of Iowa and a homeless shelter in Anchorage. Susan Condone talks from the Caring Well Conference about ways to come alongside someone who was abused.
Guarding your heart from fear | World Vision turns child sponsorship upside-down
October 03, 2019 14:48Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Task Force talks about guarding your heart from fear through love. Rusty Funk of World Vision talks about the ministry's change in its format of child sponsorship which allows the child have a voice in who sponsors them.
Updates on impeachment inquiry and Hong Kong protests | Aligning your heart with persecuted believers
October 03, 2019 14:30Acton Institute's Ben Johnson offers analysis on the latest in the Trump impeachment inquiry, plus looks at the increased tension between China and Hong Kong. Nik Ripken, author of "The Insanity of Sacrifice," talks about his 90-day devotional to help you see God's heart for the persecuted.
Living under a government that opposes your faith | Senator talks of efforts to maintain refugee resettlement in US
October 02, 2019 14:35Bible and Business' Bill English continues looking at leadership lessons from King David, focusing on when David was continually targeted by King Saul. Oklahoma Senator James Lankford talks about efforts in Congress to resist the Trump Administration plan to drastically cut refugee resettlement numbers.
Being a person of truth in a world of conflicting truth claims | Standing firm in God’s kingdom amid the kingdoms of this world
October 02, 2019 14:28In today's polarized culture, Peter Kapsner talks about how Christians should be committed to seeking and submitting to God's truth. Daniel Bennett of the Center for Faith and Flourishing at JBU talks about the importance of being first aligned to God's kingdom before our political party.
Responding to a former leader who now speaks out against conversion therapy | Mercy in an unmerciful world
October 01, 2019 15:25Anne Paulk of the Restored Hope Network responds to an article by McKrae Game, who founded a network of ministries to help people wanting to leave the LGBT lifestyle who now says he rejects so-called conversion therapy. Jack Alexander, author of "The God Impulse," talks about the importance of mercy.
Christians, politics and civility | Previewing the new Supreme Court Session
October 01, 2019 15:14Dan Darling of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission talks about recent research on evangelicals and civility and offers nine principles to follow to engage others across the political aisle. Adam Carrington talks about some of the big religious freedom and life cases on the Supreme Court's docket.
Are kids clamoring for gender-neutral dolls? | Latest Brexit news and unrest in Hong Kong continues
September 30, 2019 13:43Dr. Linda Mintle responds to the news of Mattel releasing a set of gender-neutral dolls, focusing on gender development in kids and teens. Foreign affairs expert David Aikman provides an update on the Brexit situation in the UK, plus the growing crisis between China and Hong Kong.
Latest on impeachment inquiry and the fastest growing Church in world | Unrest in Haiti and troubles for Church in Turkey
September 30, 2019 13:37Nick Pitts of Institute for Global Engagement analyzes the latest in the Trump impeachment inquiry, plus highlights the fast growth of Christianity in Iran. Mission Network New's Ruth Kramer talks about the civil unrest in Haiti and what that means for ministries and also about her interview with Andrew Brunson.
Weekly entertainment update | The hope for renewal in the rise of our post-Christian culture
September 27, 2019 14:58Adam Holz of PluggedIn reviews the new movie "Abominable," as well as how to navigate about entertainment choices. Mark Sayers, author of "Reappearing Church," talks about how our post-Christian culture can actually lead to a rise of a more faithful Christian Faith.
Identifying concerns in whistleblower complaint, Trump impeachment inquiry | Importance of a neighborly faith
September 27, 2019 14:51Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith looks at the released whistleblower complaint against President Trump and the impeachment inquiry. As the US becomes more religiously diverse, Kevin Singer, co-director of Neighborly Faith, talks about the importance of developing honest relationships with those of other faiths in order to share Christ.
Refugee resettlement and the Church | More on living out God’s upside down kingdom
September 26, 2019 15:00Alan Cross, consultant with the Evangelical Immigration Table, looks at changes to the US refugee resettlement program and the call of the Church to help the vulnerable. Alex Seeley, author of "Opposite Life," joined us again to talk about living out the upside down kingdom of God.
Analysis of Trump impeachment inquiry | College students transformed by visit to Israel
September 26, 2019 14:53Acton Institute's Ben Johnson offers analysis of the impeachment inquiry against President Trump as well as the evidence so far. Former college students Carter Crossett and Scott Apple talk about their trip to Israel through the Passages program of the Philos Project.
Intuition and God’s voice | Report on evangelicals meeting Saudi crown prince
September 25, 2019 15:00Bible and Business' Bill English continues his leadership lessons from King David series and looks at discerning God's direction in your intuition. Wayne Pederson of Far East Broadcasting talks about his part in a recent meeting of several high-profile evangelical leaders with the Saudi royal family.
The connection of refugee resettlement and religious liberty | What’s the reasoning behind a mom trans-ing her child
September 25, 2019 14:54Drew Griffin of Providence Magazine explains why a robust refugee resettlement program matters for religious freedom. Peter Kapsner of the University of Northwestern looks at the push to have children transition gender, and the twisted reasoning one mom used when trans-ing her child.
Helping youth share the faith with their peers | A Gospel-centered approach to engaging politically
September 24, 2019 15:29Greg Stier of Dare2Share talks about efforts to help today's teens share their faith with their friends and peers. Justin Giboney of the And Campaign looks at yesterday's UN meetings around climate change, plus he talks about how our faith should help us shape our preferred political party's positions.
Trump speaks to the UN about religious freedom | Trusting the Holy Spirit to work through you to put Jesus on Display
September 24, 2019 15:19Heritage Foundation's Tommy Binion analyzes Trump's statements to the UN on religious freedom, as well as news of people who were refused service at a business for their conservative views. Colorado pastor Brian Blount shares from his book "Putting Jesus on Display with Love and Power."
Is pacifism the most Biblical view of war? | World affairs update
September 23, 2019 15:12Bruce Ashford of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary talks about a mainline seminary that celebrated a chapel service where participants prayed to plants. He also talked from his commentary about why he's not a pacifist. Godspeed Magazine's David Aikman looks at recent news around Brexit and the Trump-Ukraine allegations.
A hopefully peaceful divide of the United Methodists | What’s at issue with the Trump-Ukraine allegations?
September 23, 2019 15:01Christian Post reporter Brandon Showalter talks about the plans to divide the United Methodist Church over the LGBT issue. Hillsdale College's Adam Carrington offers analysis of reports that the President might have threatened the withholding of US assistance if they didn't investigate activities of Democrat candidate Joe Biden's son.
Lessons from Felicity Huffman’s confession | Why nice is not a virtue
September 20, 2019 15:00PluggedIn's Adam Holz looks at movies "Rambo: Last Blood", "Downton Abbey", and "Ad Astra." Plus, he talks about Felicity Huffman's confession of guilt in the college admissions scandal and what we can learn from her seemingly honest mia culpa. Sharon Hodde Miller talks about her new book "Nice."
Campus ministry being singled out at Duke | Ideas for preparing for the 2020 election
September 20, 2019 14:51Public theologian Matthew Hawkins looks are recent news around abortion providers, plus the move by the Duke University student senate to vote Young Life off campus. Political scientist Daniel Bennett of John Brown University talks how we need to not be governed by fear as we approach the 2020 election.
How faith brought one woman from victim to survivor | The global fight against malaria
September 19, 2019 16:08Jennifer Greenberg, author of "Not Forsaken," shares about her experience of abuse and finding healing and wholeness through Jesus, a fellow abuse overcomer. Mark Lagon of the Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria talks about the fight against malaria worldwide.
New York Times, Justice Kavanaugh, the threat to journalism, and an analysis of Warren’s wealth tax plans
September 19, 2019 14:43Ben Johnson of the Acton Institute offers an analysis of recent headlines, including the fallout of the New York Times misreporting on allegations against Justice Brett Kavanaugh, as well as a closer look at Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren's wealth tax plans.
The danger of going it without God | How many genders? A church openly hosts pagan event
September 18, 2019 14:50Bible and Business' Bill English continues his series on the leadership lessons from the life of David. He looks at what happens when David tries to lead in his own strength. Peter Kapsner talks about a BBC series claiming there are more than 100 genders, plus churches hosting pagan events.
Another look at the importance of friendship | Compromise on public policy without compromising faith
September 18, 2019 14:36Bryan Baise and Tyler Flatt of Boice College return to talk more about their college course of friendship and how it's progressed. Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about balancing out compromising of public policy while not compromising one's faith.
Update on the vaping crisis | What has happened to objective journalism?
September 17, 2019 14:52Dr. David Stevens of the Christian Medical and Dental Association provides a medical update on vaping, its negative health effects, and efforts to limit vaping. Carmen LaBerge looks at the New York Times article that attacked Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh with no evidence.