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A Conversation on Porn, Marriage, the Church, and Raising Kids in a Digital Age

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Release Date: 03/25/2025

Sex, Men, and God show art Sex, Men, and God

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

For many men, sexuality and spirituality feel like two separate worlds. In this honest and insightful conversation, Dr. Carol talks with former pastor, ministry leader, and spiritual director Bill Delvaux about what it truly means to invite God into our sexual story. Bill shares why so many men experience a deep disconnect between their sexuality and their relationship with God, and how that disconnect often leads to shame, secrecy, and soul-fragmentation. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Bill unpacks a redemptive process of healing and integration—where God's presence meets...

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Identity, Transformation, and Redemption for the LGBTQ Experience show art Identity, Transformation, and Redemption for the LGBTQ Experience

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Identity is a hot topic in today's culture, especially when it comes to the LGBTQ conversation. But where does identity come from? Does it matter? And does one's biology matter? Elizabeth Woning embraced a lesbian lifestyle and a theology that embraced homosexuality until she had an encounter experiencing the love of God while engaged in pastoral ministry. She since cofounded CHANGED Movement, a network of individuals who have moved away from LGBTQ identity. As a licensed pastor she also trains emerging Christian leaders.  In this deep personal and theological conversation, she talks...

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Single, Christian, and Whole: Q&A with Dr. Carol show art Single, Christian, and Whole: Q&A with Dr. Carol

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

What does it really look like to walk with God in singleness—especially when the path feels long, lonely, or confusing? In this honest and compassionate episode, Dr. Carol responds to real questions from listeners about the complexities of single life. We talk about the ache of unfulfilled longing, wrestling with God when He hasn’t brought a spouse, and how to navigate desire—especially sexual desire—in a healthy, Christ-centered way when you're single. We also dive into the ways the Church can sometimes overlook or wound singles, and how to pursue genuine, soul-nourishing intimacy...

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The Power of Prayer and Process: Integrating Therapy and Theology for Lasting Change show art The Power of Prayer and Process: Integrating Therapy and Theology for Lasting Change

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

In this powerful session from our Change(d) Conference 2024, we’re joined by a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique blend of clinical expertise and pastoral insight. With years of experience walking with individuals and couples through the trenches of intimacy, sexuality, and relational pain, Zion Montgomery offers a compelling vision for how lasting transformation happens when both therapy and theology are brought together—rather than pitted against each other. In this episode, you’ll hear her rich presentation on the process of healing from the inside out,...

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Sanctuary of Silence: The Church's Role in Domestic Abuse show art Sanctuary of Silence: The Church's Role in Domestic Abuse

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

What happens when the place meant to be a refuge becomes a source of silence—or worse, complicity—in the face of abuse? In this episode, we sit down with Diane Schnickels, certified counselor, domestic abuse advocate, and founder of Living Waters of Hope to talk honestly about domestic violence in the context of Christian faith. Together, we unpack the warning signs that distinguish abuse from everyday conflict, and explore the emotional and spiritual toll it takes on a woman’s heart—especially when shame, confusion, or a sense that she somehow “deserved it” cloud the truth. We...

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Dr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions on Marriage, Sex, and Relationships show art Dr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions on Marriage, Sex, and Relationships

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Dr. Carol regularly gets questions about difficult marriage, relationship, and sexual issues. On this episode she answers questions about some especially challenging situations; a wife whose husband is living with another woman, a husband who is frustrated with his wife's frequent "no" to sex, a wife whose husband is threatening to make her move out, a husband whose wife has left for the second time, a young woman struggling with pornography, and a wife who has experienced traumatic married sex. The insights Dr. Carol offers will help you in your relationships too! And for each question, she...

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Cheating Parents: An Adult Child’s Journey After Infidelity show art Cheating Parents: An Adult Child’s Journey After Infidelity

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

When a parent is unfaithful, the fallout often extends far beyond the couple—it can leave a lasting imprint on their children, shaping how they view trust, intimacy, and their own worth. In this episode, we’re joined by author and former therapist Melissa Macomber who has spent decades exploring the often-overlooked impact of parental infidelity on children, particularly as they grow into adulthood. We discuss how this form of betrayal can subtly or profoundly influence adult relationships, sense of safety, emotional resilience, and faith. Together, we unpack the factors that can make the...

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Knowing and Being Known: Fulfilling Your Need for Intimacy show art Knowing and Being Known: Fulfilling Your Need for Intimacy

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

What does it truly mean to experience intimacy—with God, with others, and with ourselves? In this episode, we sit down with author and campus chaplain Rev. Dr. Erin Moniz to explore how sex and intimacy may be related but are not the same, unravel common cultural myths, and examine where the church’s approach often falls short. Too often, Christian communities embrace culture's idolatry of romance/sex and "baptize" it with the marriage message. But what if intimacy is something we are all created for, regardless of relationship status? Together, we dive into a Bible-based theology of...

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The Power of Perspective: How Acknowledging Death Transforms the Way You Live Today show art The Power of Perspective: How Acknowledging Death Transforms the Way You Live Today

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

What if reflecting on our own mortality could lead to a richer, more meaningful life? In this episode, we sit down with internal medicine physician Dr. Pamela Pyle to explore how considering our earthly expiration date can transform the way we live today. While we touch on the importance of end-of-life planning, the heart of our conversation is about the here and now—how contemplating our mortality deepens our relationships, fuels forgiveness, cultivates gratitude, and inspires hope. Dr. Pyle also shares how this perspective has shaped her approach to life and work, including her powerful...

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How to Find True Connection Through Courageous Authenticity show art How to Find True Connection Through Courageous Authenticity

Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

This episode is about matters of the heart. Dr. Carol talks with Tom Bennardo, a seasoned ministry leader, author, and spiritual director, about the power and challenge of courageous authenticity. We explore the barriers that keep us from true connection—what he calls "Level 3 intimacy," where we move beyond surface interactions into deeper, truly vulnerable relationships. Whether it's fear, shame, or past wounds, we unpack what holds us back and why authenticity is both risky and essential for a meaningful life. Together, we discuss practical ways to cultivate deeper intimacy—with God,...

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Pornography is no longer just a "worldly issue"—it has deeply impacted Christian marriages (including women) and families. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ashley Jameson, Associate Director of Women’s Groups for Pure Desire, who has not only faced the reality of porn in her own story but has also walked alongside countless women seeking freedom and healing. She shares eye-opening statistics on porn’s devastating effects, from intimacy struggles in marriage to the rising number of women battling addiction.

But this conversation isn’t about fear—it’s about redemption. Ashley Jameson offers hope-filled guidance for wives navigating betrayal, women wrestling with their own struggles, and parents seeking wisdom to protect and prepare their children in a hypersexualized world. If you or someone you love has been impacted by pornography, this episode is a must-listen, pointing toward the healing power of God’s grace and the steps to lasting transformation.

Connect with Ashley Jameson through Pure Desire, or on Facebook.
Get all the statistics. Get the full report Beyond the Porn Phenomenon: Equipping The Church For A New Conversation About Pornography, Betrayal Trauma, and Healing

Check out our Sexpectations online course. Discover your pathway to sexual wholeness as you explore your sexual story.

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