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America’s new secular fundamentalist revival | Voice of Larry the Cucumber talks about the future of Veggie Tales

Mornings with Carmen - July 09, 2020 14:45 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Peter Kapsner talks about how the "Great Awokening" and the rise of secularism parallels past religious revivals, but also the tyranny that's part of it.  Mike Nawrocki of Veggie Tales talks about the future of the franchise, as writing kids books and teaching at a university.

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Religious freedom victories from the Supreme Court | Having gracious and open conversations with those we disagree with

Mornings with Carmen - July 09, 2020 14:37 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about big victories in the areas of ministerial exemptions and birth control mandates in two landmark cases this  year.  Secular Jesus follower Tom Krattenmaker and Carmen have a civil discourse about politics, racial tension, and freedom of speech.

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Courage for battle. Faith for crisis | Help for the homeless amid the pandemic

Mornings with Carmen - July 08, 2020 14:48 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Medal of Honor recipient Gary Beikirch, subject of the biography "Blaze of Light," tells his story of serving in the Vietnam War, the emotional scars he received, and the reality of God's healing.  John Ashman of City Gate Network talks of the work of gospel missions during the pandemic.

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Bringing unity to the Church amid our differences | Dealing with cancel culture and faithless electors

Mornings with Carmen - July 08, 2020 14:40 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Pastor Daryl Crouch talks about how divisive issues in our culture has affected the church, and the need for finding unity amid the diversity.  Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about how cancel culture can lead to ignorance of the past and the lessons we need from it.

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An OB-GYN looks at the Louisiana’s overruled abortion law | Honoring God by loving your spouse well

Mornings with Carmen - July 07, 2020 15:46 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Christian Medical and Dental Association's Jeff Barrows talks about how the LA abortion law that was overturn was a reasonable law, as well as how doctors are important in identifying human trafficking victims.  FamilyLife's Bob LePine, author of "Love Like You Mean It," connects 1st Corinthians ...

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Death and angels. Mental health and homelessness | Reflections on both the musical and the man named Hamilton

Mornings with Carmen - July 07, 2020 15:15 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Institute for Global Engagement's Nick Pitts comments on a post of Amanda Kloots regarding the death of actor Nick Cordero, as well the situation with former MLB player Andrew Toles.  Historian Jonathan Den Hartog looks at the life of Alexander Hamilton, whose life inspired the hit musical.

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COVID-19, suicide spike, and marital stress | China’s crackdown on China and Europe dealing with calls to remove statues

Mornings with Carmen - July 06, 2020 14:21 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Psychologist Linda Mintle talks about how the pandemic quarantining has lead to spikes in suicides and marital disputes, and what can be done to remedy these issues.  Global Affairs expert David Aikman talks about China's crackdown on Hong Kongers as well as news from Europe.

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COVID-19, blood micro-clotting, and should schools reopen | The laments and hopes of Palestinian Christians

Mornings with Carmen - July 06, 2020 14:12 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Epidemiologist Zach Jenkins looks are new evidence of how COVID-19 can cause micro-clots in the blood that can lead to other problems, plus the call by the AAP to reopen schools this fall.  Munther Isaac tells the story of Palestinian Christians in  his book "The Other Side of the Wall."

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Leaving a loved career to find God’s calling | Fighting racism by empathizing with those who are different

Mornings with Carmen - July 03, 2020 15:10 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Former ABC News anchor Paula Faris, author of "Called Out," talks about giving up the limelight for God and his calling on her life.  Video creator Tyler Merritt talks about his viral video "Before You Call the Cops" and how we need to get to know others.

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Being consistently pro-life | Hope in the midst of our Evangelical crisis

Mornings with Carmen - July 03, 2020 15:00 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Southeastern Theological Seminary's Karen Swallow Prior talks the recent docu-drama "AKA Jane Roe" and the need to be consistently pro-life.  Former Christianity Today editor-in-chief Mark Galli talks about his new book "When Did We Start Forgetting God."

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The death of Carl Reiner and thoughts on the afterlife | Talking about God in our skeptical age

Mornings with Carmen - July 02, 2020 14:26 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Peter Kapsner reflects on the death of comedy actor/director Carl Reiner, his view of the afterlife, and what gives us true hope.  Apologist Josh Chatraw, author of "Telling a Better Story," talks about ways to show the beauty and truth of Jesus to those who are skeptical.

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The end of CHOP. Religious youth and marijuana | Seeing the 4th of July as a call to prayer

Mornings with Carmen - July 02, 2020 14:17 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Acton Institute's Ben Johnson talks about the shutting down of the protest zone in Seattle, as well as a report how some young Christians are more open to legalizing and using marijuana.  Kathy Branzell of the Nation Day of Prayer Task Force talks about prayer for Independence Day.

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Supreme court supports educational and religious freedom | Defending the idea that Jesus paid for our sin

Mornings with Carmen - July 01, 2020 14:31 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Hillsdale College's Adam Carrington talks about the Supreme Court's decision that opens the door for parents to use state matching funds to send their kids to Christian schools.  Apologist William Lane Craig talks about his new book "Atonement and the Death of Christ."

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Principles for a significant and meaningful life journey | South Korea Bible launches and new locust swarms

Mornings with Carmen - July 01, 2020 14:24 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Jimmy Page of Fellowship of Christian Athletes talks about his new book "Wisdom Walks" and how FCA helps foster spiritual growth with athletes and coaches.  Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks the tension missions groups are having with South Korea over sending digital Bible flash drives into...

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Having the uncomfortable conversations around racial injustice | Celebrating God’s provision at Faith Radio

Mornings with Carmen - June 30, 2020 14:40 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
The And Campaign's Justin Giboney talks about policing reform and also about the importance of having the difficult conversations around racial injustice.  Faith Radio's Neil Stavem, Susie Larson, and Bill Arnold joined Carmen to talk about how listeners have fully funded Faith Radio at the end o...

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Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana abortion law | Christian peace officers and policing reform

Mornings with Carmen - June 30, 2020 14:33 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Political scientist Mark Caleb Smith offers analysis of three cases decided by the Supreme Court, including the striking down of the Lousiana's law saying abortion providers must have admitting privileges at local hospitals.  Paul Lee of the Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers talks about poli...

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Facing our fears while pursuing our purpose | Update on news from around the world

Mornings with Carmen - June 29, 2020 14:20 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Psychologist Deb Gorton, author of "Embracing Uncomfortable," talks about how we need to accept the need to face our fears and seek a lifestyle and worldview that is more congruent to what God calls us to.  World affair expert David Aikman updates us on news from Israel, Russia, and China.

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As COVID-19 cases spike again, what have we learned about it? | Policing reform struggling in DC and the Supreme Court waiting game

Mornings with Carmen - June 29, 2020 14:12 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Epidemiologist Zach Jenkins looks at the spike in coronavirus both in the US and globally, as well as what is being learned about what long-term effects the virus, even by those who were asymptomatic.  Political scientist Adam Carrington looks at recent news out of Washington.

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Reviews of My Spy and Feel the Beat | Comfort for times of loss and loneliness

Mornings with Carmen - June 26, 2020 14:27 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews the new stream movies "My Spy," "Feel the Beat," and "King of Staten Island," as well the series "The Chosen."  Wendy Alsup, author of "Companions in Suffering," talks about the need to lean in to yours and others sufferings like Jesus with lament and compassion.

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Making sense of recent Supreme Court decisions | The problem of always be in the eyes of others via social media

Mornings with Carmen - June 26, 2020 14:17 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Travis Wussow of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission talks about the recent Supreme Court opinions and to what degree persons of faith need to be concerned about their liberties.  LifeWay Social's Chris Martin talks about how always being in public via social media can be emotionally dama...

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Illiberal ideologies and defining virtue | Church unity in the wake of the murder of George Floyd

Mornings with Carmen - June 25, 2020 14:31 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Peter Kapsner looks at the backlash against JK Rowling for saying the sex is binary, as well as the overall illiberal ideologies that cancel, sometimes violently, those they disagree with them.  Minneapolis pastor Richard Coleman talks about how churches are drawing together in the wake of George...

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CHAZ and the proper place of government | Global persecution and Day of the Christian Martyr

Mornings with Carmen - June 25, 2020 14:23 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Acton Institute's Ben Johnson looks at the situation in Seattle with the area controlled by anarchists, as well as a look at threats to free speech.  Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs looks at recent news of religious persecutions, as well as Monday's Day of the Christian Martyr commemoration.

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Having the heart of a steward with your resources | Today’s youth and hunger for God’s kingdom

Mornings with Carmen - June 24, 2020 14:29 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Bible and Business' Bill English looks at Matthew 25 and what it means to be stewards of the resources God entrusts you with.  Justin Jeppesen of the University of Northwestern-St Paul talks about how while many in Gen Z don't value many of our churches' cultural expressions, they do desire Jesus.

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Honoring the image of God in women | Monuments destroyed and knowing our history

Mornings with Carmen - June 24, 2020 14:12 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Pastor Daryl Crouch talks about recent revelations of inappropriate comments made by male clergy regarding some female teachers, highlighting how women may not be honored as joint-heirs correctly.  Political scientist Hunter Baker talks about how it's wrong to judge the past only by our modern st...

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How genetics affect the severity of COVID-19 susceptibility | Black lives matter, systemic racism, and the Church

Mornings with Carmen - June 23, 2020 14:59 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Christian Medical and Dental Association's David Stevens looks at recent research showing how one's blood type and genetics can be a factor on how susceptible you are to COVID-19.  Raleigh Washington, former leader of Promise Keepers, offers his thoughts on how the Church should lead in racial re...

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Deeper look at recent Supreme Court opinions | Pandemic, books, and spiritual formation

Mornings with Carmen - June 23, 2020 14:50 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Political scientist Adam Carrington looks at the two key Supreme Court opinions so far, how they were decided, and the worldview's behind them.  Spiritual formation professor Gary Stratton talks about about the books he's been reading during the pandemic and how they are affecting his views on se...

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Dealing with the emotional load of hard news and disrupted life | Rising tensions on the Korean peninsula and recent Chinese belligerence

Mornings with Carmen - June 22, 2020 14:22 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Psychologist Linda Mintle talks about how ways to process all the difficult recent news and our disrupted lives due to COVID-19 so we don't lose our minds and hope.  Foreign affairs expert David Aikman looks are continued tension between North and South Korea, and a border scuffle on China-India ...

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COVID-19 cases on the rise and the conflicting information over masks | The fires that forge noble manhood

Mornings with Carmen - June 22, 2020 14:13 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Epidemiologist Zach Jenkins talks about the rise in COVID-19 cases in certain states, as well as retracted research on mask wearing and the confusion around masks in general.  Stephen Mansfield, author of "Men on Fire," talks about the ways men help to develop healthy manhood in each other.

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Reviews of Artemis Fowl and Selfie Dad | A mother’s journey toward love and racial justice

Mornings with Carmen - June 19, 2020 14:46 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
PluggedIn's Adam Holz reviews the new movies "Artemis Fowl" and "Selfie Dad", plus talks about his conversation with "Selfie Dad" actor Michael Jr. about his experience as a black man in the US.  Cara Meredith, author of "The Color of Life", shares her experience in learning about racism.

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DACA ruling and Congress’ lack of action | A father shares about his spiritual road trip with his sons

Mornings with Carmen - June 19, 2020 14:36 ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Public theologian Matthew Hawkins talks about the Supreme Court's ruling regarding DACA, plus how Congress could have solved the problem years ago.  Dan Dewitt of Theolatte talks about the spiritual themes he tied into his road trip with sons on the historic Route 66.

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