Relationship Insights With Carrie Abbott

Music affects everyone, and all music has an impact. Research is revealing powerful truths about certain kinds of music, in particular classical music and its ability to bring healing for depression and dementia, and it doesn’t stop there! We investigate further and discover the impact of pop music, rock, new age and other types of music – and how some have a seriously negative impact. Why? Not to give away the total punch line…but the brain’s design loves music’s rules! Find out how!

People want companionship, partners in business and life, and marriage. What does the Bible say about these important relationships? Is it possible to be “one” with someone who doesn’t follow Christ? We examine terminology, scripture, and Biblical principles to give you a big picture with a powerful purpose! The sheer number of verses related to this issue is encouraging, and the “reality” of Kingdom living is inspiring. Join this powerful conversation and share it with those considering ‘yoking’!

President Trump’s trial is turning into a circus of shady characters—perjurers and porn stars—and has very little to do with the actual charges. Constitutional law expert Paul Kamenar joins us with his professional insights, and we look at some of the sideshow details, along with a new reality show Michael Cohen is trying to sell. In reality, Trump’s popularity is growing, even in blue states like New Jersey! James Carville’s ‘act’ may be coming to a close, and we highlight some good reversals that are happening nationwide!

iBIBLE is the world’s first visual and interactive Bible and a great way to teach your kids God’s Word! Revelation Media Vice President Andrea Wilson joins us to share the story from its inception and how this unique Bible can reach millions in different translations as well! Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has a plan for cell phones for kids in all 50 states, and according to Pew Research, teens who change their cell phone habits are happier and more peaceful!

Heidi St. John is a happy warrior for faith and a champion for marriage and family. As an author, speaker, podcast host and homeschool pioneer, her zeal for what matters continues to grow. She joins Carrie for a lively, funny, and informed discussion on how important the family is to God’s plan for human flourishing and for sharing our faith. Heidi also shares about her latest writing venture with Brave Books!

Men need other men, to sharpen them and help them live a life of daring faith, while they strive to build healthy families and become men of integrity. Promise Keepers has been on the forefront of discipling men for decades. Shane Winnings, CEO of PK, joins us with their latest endeavors and practical ways they are helping men be all their wives and children need them to be. The Daring Faith conference is going to be incredible! To see the full speaker line-up that includes John Bevere, Allen Jackson, Samuel Rodriguez, Charlie Kirk, and others go here:

We all likely know someone struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, migraines, and more. There is an innovative technology called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) that is literally changing lives by the thousands. This non-invasive, FDA approved treatment stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive, helping the cells to naturally release needed chemicals. CEO of NeuroStim TMS Centers, Walt Guidice, joins us to explain how it works, the positive outcomes and the hope that TMS offers to so many people!

Values, freedom, and privacy are under assault. With AI’s ability to use your content from Zoom meetings and even your image, is there an alternative? The video conference world needed a better, easier-to-use, and values-aligned alternative. Rick Raddatz, an internet pioneer and entrepreneur, has given freedom-loving people a choice! Rick joins us to share his background story, from Microsoft to starting four multimillion-dollar businesses in four years to the innovative alternative that is getting everyone’s attention!

The story of high schooler Cameron Blasek refusing to remove the American flag from his truck went viral. His friends followed suit, and eventually his truck was painted with the flag! But the story didn’t end there. A boy dying of cancer had one last wish... Cameron’s mother, Heidi, joins us with the rest of this inspirational story! The role of Mother is an integral part of God’s plan, and like artwork on display, it brings beauty to us all in the process. One sad story of a young woman who is afraid to have children highlights the importance of honoring motherhood!

Today is an important day to remember the terror, what caused it, and the connection to the October 7th Hamas attack. While antisemitism is gaining support on university campuses, some young men and women are rallying around Jewish students, the American flag, and patriotism. Even singer-songwriters are pushing back at UCLA! We also look at a few reasons academia is to blame for some of the current protests and progressive views of students and faculty.

The Biden Administration asked SCOTUS justices to strike down an Idaho law protecting most children from abortion, arguing it conflicts with EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act). Dr. Ingrid Skop, an OBGYN joins us to address the facts about this law, and the reality for doctors. The Democrats are making abortion a key issue: Kamala Harris going state to state to promote it, Gov. Gavin Newsom promoting ads in a variety of states depicting underage girls being stopped by police with a pregnancy test, girls chained to hospital beds and other absurd vignettes scaring people about pro-life laws. Will it work? We discuss!

Today it’s official, but every day can be a day of powerful prayer of unity in the body of Christ. We look at the purpose and power of prayer and how the Lord invites us into His mission through prayer. Then, Cheryl Sacks joins us to bring a special word on the power of ordinary people joining together in prayer. This special insight will inspire you and encourage you! Cheryl and her husband Hal co-founded Bridgebuilders, a prayer focused ministry that has impacted our nation!

President Trump sitting in a cold courtroom, listening to testimony about a crime he didn’t commit, looks like election interference, doesn’t it? Is it true, or is there merit to this trial in New York? National spokesperson for the Trump campaign, Karoline Leavitt, joins us to give the inside the courtroom "reality" and an update on the campaign. Polls show 30% of Americans would vote illegally; we find out why. Trump lawyer and constitutional scholar John Eastman has been suspended, debanked, threatened, and still stands by his belief that there were illegalities in 2020, tenfold!

How are your relationships going? Are you feeling free and at your best, or stuck and a little frustrated or angry? God has given us a plan for freedom in the Spirit and how to avoid deeds of destruction or disunity that come from the battles of the mind, will, emotions, and our bodies' ‘wants’. Why not accept this powerful invitation to move past your old ways into a life of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and spirit control? Join the Truth Campaign!

You are invited to be part of our Truth Campaign. We are all in this endeavor together to deliver truth with grace, and it’s never too late to join the fun! University campuses definitely need truth! Protests and the lack of understanding are glaring. We look at some horrific examples of indoctrination, coming from professors at Columbia and other universities. Reality is where truth collides with lies, and we address a few examples, including changes to Title IX. Legacy Truth Campaign - The Legacy Institute

A bombshell report reveals Planned Parenthood’s abortions are the 4th leading cause of death in America, while their other services are diminishing. To shine more light on this report, Emily Davis, with Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, joins us. Then, to bring a surge to your ministry in the marketplace and business, Life Surge President Shawn Marcell joins us to share about a one-day conference in Washington State. Speakers include Tim Tebow, Nick Vujicic, Willie Robertson, Ed Mylett, Natalie Grant leading worship, and more! LIFE SURGE - Surge Your Life God's Way!

Randy Kay, author and founder of Randy Kay Ministries, shares his amazing story of his near-death experience. His unique background as a CEO executive for Johnson & Johnson and his own biotech company, along with other ventures, makes this story all the more intriguing. Randy’s sole motivation is to help people understand the heart of God. His description of the events, his time with Jesus, and what he saw are going to inspire you! Randy Kay Ministries – We are My Family – One Body in Christ, revealing the Love of God through teachings, interviews, fellowship, events and more.

Breaking “norms” is everywhere. Perfectly timed for the start of the sacred Jewish holiday, “Gaza Camps” and protests on so-called elite university campuses are happening. 24,000 illegal Chinese immigrants were crossing the border while Schumer's Senate killed both impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. HRC projects its own party’s thinking, while Trump endures trials that are ridiculous, according to legal experts. On Friday, the Biden Administration unilaterally dumped “sex” in Title IX for the term “gender identity.” These stories and more!

Social media blew up with stories of strippers at a men’s conference, unleashing the “Jezebel” spirit. Pastor Mark Driscoll made these allegations and more in his message at this conference, followed by the lead pastor, John Lindell calling him off the stage, saying he should have spoken to him first. The story continued to unfold with a so-called reconciliation, then allegations of Driscoll causing even more division. Now James River Church is threatening to cut ties with Driscoll. A big story, and we have the facts.