Whether you love it or hate it, the issue of sex affects you deeply.

Sex is more than a physical act; it's about the heart. Instead of moral formulas and a list of do's and don'ts, you need a way to deal with ALL of your story.

In today's podcast, Dr. Carol discusses the keys to understanding your sexual story and how it impacts every facet of your life.

Make sure to check out our online course Sexpectations, and discover how to look at your sexual story with honesty and compassion and write the next chapter with hope.

Experiencing spiritual doubt can feel uneasy, but according to a recent study from Barna Research, it's much more common than you think. J. Warner Wallace, author and cold-case homicide detective joins the podcast to discuss his investigation of the Gospel's authenticity and what it means to question your faith in God.

• Find Detective Wallace's book Cold-Case Christianity: A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels
• Check out Cold Case Christianity, or Case Makers Academy for kids
• Find Detective Wallace on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube

Confronting situations where you felt like a victim isn't easy. Is it possible to quit playing the blame game and defeat fear and a victim mentality? Longtime television host Cynthia Garrett knows this to be true and joins the podcast to illustrate the keys to navigating the most challenging life circumstances. Regardless of the situation, God's unconditional love will help overcome the victim narrative.

• Find Cynthia Garrett's book I Choose Victory: Moving From Victim To Victor
• Connect with Cynthia Garrett on her Website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram

Midlife is a season of challenge and change. Though many often associate "midlife" with "crisis," author and speaker, Dorothy Littell Greco reminds us that it doesn't have to be that way–especially when it comes to marriage. On today's episode, learn the keys to making your marriage thrive and live fully alive - even in midlife and beyond.

• Connect with Dorothy Greco on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram
• Find her book Marriage in the Middle: Embracing Midlife Surprises, Challenges, and Joys

God has multiple ways to help you grow. But they involve somehow being connected to others.

Your challenges did not develop in a day! Sometimes you need something personal, some one-on-one coaching, to provide a new perspective and help you find the steps to take toward wholeness.

Dr Carol loves to connect with you one-on-one. Find out if personal coaching might be right for you. And if you become a part of our online community the Fully Alive Group, with your membership comes substantial discounts on coaching sessions with Dr Carol.

According to a recent survey by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 5 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimers disease. And often the responsibility of caregiving rests on family members.

Often the demands of care for those suffering with Alzheimer's and related dementias are at greater risk for anxiety, depression, and poorer quality of life than caregivers of people with other conditions.

Marti Pieper joins Dr. Carol to discuss how to rely on God when caring for a loved one when you don't know what the future will bring in this powerful interview.

Connect with Marti on her Website, Twitter, or Facebook

Whether we think about it or not, hope is a part of daily life. Those feelings of expectation or desire are an inherent part of being a human being. But can that feeling be chosen in a time of loss or pain? In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Ron Hutchcraft to discuss how your greatest loss can lead to your greatest gain.

• Connect with Ron Hutchcraft on his Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube
• Find Ron's book Hope When Your Heart is Breaking

As we look to 2021 with expectancy, in this special episode we highlight our most requested podcasts of 2020.

Listen to complete episodes of our most-requested programs from 2020, and connect with our guests: 5. What to Do When Your Marriage Becomes Toxic

• Gary Thomas, author When to Walk Away

4. Passing the Money Test: Overcoming Fear over your Finances

• Crown Financial Ministries

3. What Does the Super Bowl Have to do with Human Trafficking, Porn, and You?

• Kathrine Lee, founder Pure Hope Foundation

2. How to Pray Powerful Breakthrough Prayers that Get Results

• Our Powerful Breakthrough Prayers online course

1. The Role of Christian Faith when Facing Mental Illness

• Hogg Foundation for Mental Health

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, many have faced an internal struggle to celebrate the Christmas season. But it doesn't have to be so. You can find the holiday spirit even in the most troubling of times.

Joining Dr. Carol is Dr. Andrew Fox, friend and ministry board member, to discuss the meaning of Christmas as well as the various traditions that take place during the most celebrated holiday in the world.

Connect with Dr Andrew Fox on his website, Facebook, or Instagram.

The holiday season isn't a cheerful time for everyone. It can trigger negative emotions for a number a reasons. And during this pandemic season your holiday plans (or lack thereof) may have added further challenges.

Dr. Michael Bishop joins the conversation to discuss ways to be resilient and avoid the holiday blues in this powerful episode.