Relationship Insights With Carrie Abbott

What a week! Incredible, positive and powerful speeches from amazing every day Americans, political leaders, the next President and Vice President of the United States and so many emotionally inspiring moments. RNC Communications Director Tommy Pigott joins us with his first -hand account of what is being called the best RNC ever!

iVoterGuide is the nation’s largest candidate research organization, focused exclusively on informing and mobilizing voters with biblical values. For over a decade, this deep-dive voter guide has been used by millions of faith-based voters and those voters impact elections! Debbie Wuthnow, President of iVoterGuide, joins us with the details!

Do you have a loved one struggling with addiction? Mike Miller, Resident Director of New Heart Place, joins us with stories of redemption through an effective recovery and discipleship opportunity for men and women that is life-changing!

Day 1 of the RNC brings a lot of excitement with intriguing and surprising speakers, including the head of the Teamsters Union and the V.P. pick, J.D. Vance. We discuss some of his story, his family story, his background, and some of his views on major issues, such as abortion.

Former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt. His strength under fire, literally on display as was the grace exhibited by his gracious wife, Melania. A lot of questions remain about his protection by the Secret Service. This pivotal week at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee is going to reveal more of the same unity, strength, and courage!

Christianity Today’s recent article about a third-way mandate for evangelicals is getting a strong response. Should we influence others or stay quiet in the public square? Being kind and winsome is important, yet we are called to be salt and light! Lies can lead to tragic results; we share one example.

Rick Manning, President of Americans for Limited Government, says, “It is appalling that the Supreme Court failed to rein in the intelligence and law enforcement agencies’ abuse of individual First Amendment rights,” in the Murthy v. Missouri case. Rick joins us for a lively and important conversation.

Jeff Johnston, Culture and Policy Analyst for Focus on the Family, joins us to bring important insights on how to respond to loved ones when they tell you they choose lifestyles that are not biblical or sexually healthy.

JP De Gance, President and Founder of Communio, joins Carrie to share important research on the power of strong marriages and families in transferring faith to the next generation and transforming communities. One example: efforts of churches in Jacksonville, Florida reduced divorce rates by 24%!

While questions surge around Biden's mental health, he rejects calls for him to drop out of the 2024 presidential race and ABC changes the transcript of his interview. We look at the media’s complicity and cover-up, reactions from various news outlets, and a little gaslighting from Kamala!

We continue the story of some of our Founding Fathers, reviewing key parts of their stories, and back by popular demand, we share the flag folding class—yes, to impress your friends and family, and even better, to share the gospel!

We bring some inspiring history. Thomas Jefferson (who penned the Declaration of Independence), John Adams, and Abigail Adams are examples of incredible strength, fortitude, reason, and faith during our fight for our independence.

Small choices seem inconsequential, yet they may actually determine who we become! How can we unite America and become people with more virtue? We go over an inspiring list that gives us a chance to make the right choices for the best outcomes!

Last week, a cyberattack hit a huge number of car dealers in the United States, and other systems are just as vulnerable. Did we create a system that doesn’t work? Insights from Jeffrey Tucker help us look at this very real issue. We also look at the potential reality of a terrorist attack from the inside, given the alarming number of illegals who have crossed the border.

Pride month went out with a whimper, so what has happened? Are corporate executives changing their views or just saying no to bullying? For the second time in a decade, Christian baker Jack Phillips appeared before the Colorado Supreme Court. Eco-extremists go after 'soft targets’ that leave us wondering: Is all speech equal or helpful? We discuss!

Kristen Waggoner, CEO, President, and General Counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom, joins us to discuss the Biden Administration's assaults on girls and ADF’s strategy and cases that are fighting back. We also look at the ‘inadvertent’ release of another abortion-related case in Idaho and words of wisdom from President Ronald Reagan regarding our great country.

Carrie spoke recently at Westgate Chapel on Father’s Day. Her encouraging words and insights were intended to elevate the powerful role of fathers and bring encouragement to every man in attendance. As provider, protector and priest in his home, every man has what he needs, with God’s help, to be an incredible dad. Men and women will be encouraged by this message, and there is a special announcement at the end!

Various denominations differ in their views on this subject. We asked Shane Idleman and Jeremiah Campbell, two pastors with differing views on the issue to join Carrie to discuss the theology as well as tradition, church government and design. This important conversation will encourage you as you hear godly men and a woman discuss this vital issue with respect and love. Yes it’s possible!

Well known leaders continue to step down from ministry due to past sin, such as Dr. Tony Evans, or Pastors whose past abuses have been discovered in a fresh light, such as pastor Robert Morris from Gateway and Mike Bickel of International House of Prayer. How should the church respond? According to Wanda Alger’s recent article, “No One is Exempt”. Wanda joins us for an important discussion about exposure, the times we are living in right now and how to see the heart of these leaders. Important and helpful. 

Today is the anniversary of Roe’s evil reign ending. Louisiana puts the Ten Commandments back in the classroom! A new film tells Jesus Christ’s story from the beginning of His ministry to His resurrection entirely in American Sign Language (ASL). MSNBC hosts care more about names than illegal immigrants allegedly murdering 12 year olds. Surgeon General wants warning labels on social media for teens and New York has first in the country law protecting kids on social media. Is this good? John Stossel tackles the nation’s debt, will the debate cover it?