Relationship Insights With Carrie Abbott

With $36 trillion in debt, our long-term spending is untenable and reckless. Dr. Shane Enete believes fiscal responsibility, not more spending and debt, are core values taught in the Bible. Dr. Enete joins us to discuss the current trade imbalance, the purpose of tariffs as part of a bigger national strategy, and brings insights for our personal finances as well. Helpful! Whole Heart Finances – A Jesus-centered guide to managing our money with joy (https://wholeheartfinances.com/)

After decades of decline, faith and religion are turning the corner, so what does this mean? Dr. Alex McFarland, one of the nation’s leading apologists, joins us with his insights. Family is a key part of this change, and marriage rates are starting to turn as well. We offer some encouragement for parents of kids who have turned away and remember friends: we are all in it together!  Home - Alex McFarland (https://alexmcfarland.com/)

Personal good news from the Abbott family and big stories regarding North Korea, Canada’s new Prime Minister, and Quebec promoting more secularism. We also discuss Jeff Bezos and The Washington Post's opinion section, resolutions addressing same-sex marriage that are popping up in several states causing big reactions, Nicole Shanahan’s conversion, new studies on fertility rates, and other big news. Join the fun!

What was happening in the spiritual realm as the President spoke to our nation's leaders? A lot has been said about the speech, but you haven’t heard this yet. Join Carrie as she brings some fresh insight on a speech she is calling declarative, nation-changing, and spiritually impacting!

How can we pursue our calling while managing our risk of burnout? Author and professor Arianna Molloy expands our understanding of the three c’s of calling and the keys to humility, which include learning and rest, and addresses the dark side of calling--burnout, including symptoms and prevention. Insightful!

Research shows that people who have a sense of calling are more productive, motivated, and resilient in their work and life. Yet, these same people are more likely to experience burnout. Author and professor Arianna Molloy joins us to examine the true meaning of calling, why humility and gratitude are key, and skills to prevent burnout. Inspiring!

Gary Bauer, President of American Values, joins us with fresh insights on how the Trump administration is bringing a powerful focus on faith, family and freedom and weighs in on the war in Ukraine. Gary has had a front-row seat for years in DC and gives his perspective on the Oval Office meeting, Zelenskyy’s actions, and what happens going forward.

In a new study, researchers found that pornography use is prevalent among all demographics, and Christian men and women surveyed, sadly, feel ok about their habit. Nick Stumbo, Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, joins us to review the study results. Pure Desire Ministries – A safe place for men, women, and young adults to find hope and healing from the effects of sexual brokenness. (https://puredesire.org/)

Amazon has partially reversed its stance on censoring certain Christian and conservative books, but some restrictions still remain. Claton Butcher, President of CrossCurrent Digital, joins us to share his story of being canceled and why he believes Christians need to create parallel economy options for Christian authors and consumers. CrossCurrent | Audiobook, Ebook, and Podcast Platform (https://crosscurrentdigital.com/)      

Tiffany Smiley, former candidate for Congress for Washington State, joins us with her insights on the ‘resistance’ in Washington State, including the parental rights amendments and the head of public schools saying boys in girls’ sports is a civil rights issue, while Gov. Tony Evers is erasing women. A lively conversation!

Young Life Capernaum Greater Seattle is a ministry dedicated to giving teens and young adults with disabilities a place to belong, a chance to be valued, and an opportunity to hear about the love of God. Senior Area Director Blaine Clyde joins us to explain how this amazing ministry is impacting lives. Home - YL Capernaum Greater Seattle WA73 (https://capernaumgreaterseattle.younglife.org/)

Journalist Christopher Rufo uncovered a sex chatroom involving NSA, CIA, and DIA employees with violating content, fetishes, kinks, and worse. When people are depraved, should they be on the frontlines of intelligence? The legislature in Maryland passed a bill allowing schools to have condom machines on campus, another example of darkness! Carrie weighs in with truth and grace!

We look at the firing of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. CQ Brown Jr., and Susan Rice’s response. We also discuss the current back and forth between Zelenskyy and President Trump, with Marco Rubio bringing important insights. Then we address the many lawsuits filed as well as the President’s response to Janet Mills, Gov. of Maine, in her defiance of following an Executive Order on boys in women’s sports. A lively start to the week!

Why are fewer people attending church, and why are we seeing a decline in religious affiliation and an increase in ‘nones’ or those deconstructing their faith? Compelling research points to the decline in marriage rates and healthy, stable families, as well as the presence of a father, as major reasons for the decline. Important for all of us!

What are the powerful things you behold that shape who you are? Behold is used over 1,300 times in scripture! We investigate its original meaning, historical use, varied definitions, and the many ways of beholding something or someone that impacts you. What do you see today? What gets your attention? Join the conversation!

Parental rights are given by God, and they are under assault in Washington State! The Church has an obligation to steward its influence in every area of life, including legislation and leadership at the national, state, and local levels. Brian Noble, CEO and President of Family Policy Institute of Washington, joins us to discuss an effective strategy! Home - FPIW ACTION (https://fpiwaction.org/)

Why are 5th grade girls ready to “explode” from pressure? Why is young women’s confidence plummeting and feelings of sadness prolonged? Why are adult women becoming more liberal and leaving religion? Why did a state rep choose a radical response with her body to prove a point about reproductive health? We discuss all of this as well as a plan we have to help! Start here: True Beauty - The Legacy Institute (https://thelegacyinstitute.com/resources/true-beauty/)  

Throughout scripture, the words of Jesus help us understand our true purpose and the why behind it. Interestingly, research reveals 10 additional outcomes from having a purpose in life related to health, relationships, mortality rates, wealth, and other surprising outcomes. Powerful and inspiring!

Happy people lead to happy marriages, so what else makes marriage work? We discuss using great insights from Dr. Gregory Jantz. Also, empathetic spouses encourage the best marriages, so what decreases empathy, what two words should every wife say, and what is my #1 book to strengthen marriage? Tune in for all the answers. We also examine scientific evidence on the healing power of love.

Recent revelations about USAID have given us a remarkable uncloaking of not only recipients of American taxpayer earnings but also the questionable process by which monies are distributed. The list is long and varied from LGBTQ causes, DEI, woke agendas, COVID gain of function, gene therapy creation, and so much more. Joachim Osther joins us with details and insights on why and how this happened. USAID: The Life Blood of The Deep State - The Stream (https://stream.org/usaid-the-life-blood-of-the-deep-state/)