Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

• The Science of Lasting Love: What Predicts Marriage Success or Failure

  What if the difference between a thriving marriage and one headed for divorce could actually be predicted? In this episode, Dr. Carol sits down for part 2 of her conversation with marriage and family therapist Zion Montgomery to explore the groundbreaking research behind the Gottman Method—decades of study that reveal why some couples make it and others don’t. From the “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” that signal danger in a relationship, to the surprising myth that conflict means a marriage is doomed, you’ll hear what science has uncovered about the true markers of lasting love. Together they dig into what this means in real life: what this can say about your own relationship, what tools can help partners move forward, and what hope looks like even in the face of big challenges like addiction, betrayal, or destructive anger. Whether your marriage is struggling or you simply want to strengthen your relationship, this conversation will give you practical insights and encouragement grounded in both research and biblically-based hope. Check out the two different packages available for the Marriage Healing Kit, and decide which one is right for you. You can connect with Zion Motgomery on her website. And if you have questions, Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave a confidential message for her here. 

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• The Science of Lasting Love: The Difference Faith Makes in Your Marriage

  What difference does faith really make in your marriage? Is it just about praying harder when things get tough, or is there something deeper God invites us into? In this episode, Dr. Carol sits down with marriage and family therapist Zion Montgomery to talk about the real challenges couples face—misplaced expectations, communication struggles, questions about submission and control, and the temptation to blame our spouse for everything that feels wrong. Together they unpack why prayer is more than asking God to “fix” your partner, and how it can become a pathway to intimacy, healing, and transformation. You’ll hear why God is truly for your marriage, and what it looks like to invite His presence into your daily life together. From setting healthy boundaries to re-centering your relationship on purpose and partnership, this conversation is both practical and deeply hopeful. Whether your marriage feels strong or stretched thin, you’ll come away encouraged with fresh vision for how faith can bring connection, growth, and lasting joy into your relationship. Check out the two different packages available for the Marriage Healing Kit, and decide which one is right for you. You can connect with Zion Motgomery on her website. And if you have questions, Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave a confidential message for her here. 

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• Hope for Hurting Marriages: The Path to Healing and Lasting Intimacy

  How healthy is your marriage—really? Maybe things look fine on the outside, but inside you feel more like roommates than soulmates. Maybe the arguments never seem to end, or the silence feels even louder. You might be carrying the weight of disappointment, betrayal, or loneliness and wondering if there’s any way forward. If that’s where you are, you’re not alone—and your story isn’t over. In this episode, Dr. Carol comes alongside you with honesty and hope. She shares why so many marriages, even Christian ones, end up struggling or in crisis, and what can begin to change that story. You’ll also hear about the Marriage Healing Kit, a Christ-centered journey designed to help couples reconnect emotionally, spiritually, and physically. This group of resources blends biblical truth, proven psychological principles, and decades of ministry experience to help couples rediscover joy, connection, and intimacy.  Whether you’re dealing with silence, conflict, or broken trust, you’ll find a pathway toward restoration and a marriage that is truly Fully Alive. If you’re longing for more than just “getting by,” this will encourage you that God’s design for marriage is joy, intimacy, and connection. And it’s not too late for you to experience that. Check out the two different packages available for the Marriage Healing Kit. And if you have questions, Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave a confidential message for her here. 

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• What Every Parent Can Do to Fight for Their Kids in a Digital World

  Today’s kids are growing up in a digital world filled with hidden threats including pornography, predators, and pressures that most adults never faced at their age. In this episode, Dr. Carol talks with Sarah Siegand, co-founder of Parents Who Fight, about what it really takes to protect our children from online dangers. This is more than a tech issue; it’s a spiritual battle for the hearts and futures of the next generation. Sarah shares practical, grace-filled insight for parents, pastors, and church leaders who want to be both informed and empowered. From setting healthy boundaries to having ongoing conversations about sexuality, Sarah unpacks how we can partner together to raise emotionally resilient and spiritually grounded kids. This conversation offers hope, strategy, and strength for the fight, especially through the power of banding together to impact the micro-culture your kids encounter. Connect with Sarah Siegand and Parents Who Fight on their website, Facebook, X, or Instagram. Find Sarah's new book available for preorder; Next Gen Tech Reset. And enter the discount code LEADER to get the book for only $5! For some powerful resources to address your own inner life around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships, check out our YourSexpectations hub: articles, the book, the online course, and more. Find out more about Dr. Carol Ministries in-person intensives - a safe place to unpack your story around intimacy and relationships, and experience Jesus coming into your story to bring healing and wholeness. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can send a confidential message here.

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• Purity, Shame, and Wholeness: Reclaiming God’s Good Design

  Purity culture promised protection and blessing, but for many it left a legacy of shame, confusion, and even distance from God. In this episode, we sit down with licensed psychologist Dr. Camden Morgante who knows the struggle firsthand, both personally and professionally. She shares her own story of growing up in purity culture, the myths that shaped her faith, and the painful ways those messages got tangled with her sense of identity and sexuality. Together, we unpack what it looks like to heal from toxic beliefs while holding onto a faith that is life-giving, embodied, and whole. You’ll hear how she helps clients disentangle shame from sexuality in a distinctly Christian context, and how she found freedom herself while still embracing a traditional Christian sexual ethic but without the weight of fear and condemnation. If you’ve ever wrestled with purity culture’s ideas or impact, this conversation offers a hopeful, grace-filled path forward. Connect with Dr. Camden Morgante on her website, substack, Facebook, or Instagram. Find Dr. Morgante's book Recovering from Purity Culture: Dismantle the Myths, Reject Shame-Based Sexuality, and Move Forward in Your Faith    For some powerful resources to address your own inner life around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships, check out our YourSexpectations hub: articles, the book, the online course, and more. Find out more about Dr. Carol Ministries in-person intensives - a safe place to unpack your story around intimacy and relationships, and experience Jesus coming into your story to bring healing and wholeness. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can send a confidential message here.

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