The Intentional Life is a practical way of living as God would have you live, designed to help you solve common problems you encounter in your personal and family relationships. It will help you make better decisions in every area of your life. But more than that, Intentional Living can empower you to move beyond mere problem-solving to achieve your greatest hopes for the future.
The Intentional Life is not a quest for perfection, but for personal and spiritual growth, and increased intimacy in your family and other significant relationships. Practiced daily, intentional living will free you to live a better, more fulfilled life in Christ. At Intentional Living, we have a passion to help people live intentionally in the five essential areas of life: Faith, Relationships, Health, Finances and Work. Ever since our establishment in 2007 we have been motivated by our God-given mission, vision and message.
Intentional Life Media abides by a Statement of Faith, which is the foundation for what we do. It outlines biblically what our guiding principles for doing ministry are. Read the full Statement of Faith here.
Mission
Dedicated to igniting personal transformation by affirming faith, inspiring hope, and equipping individuals, to live an intentional life in Christ.
Vision
To see individuals, families, churches, and nations of the world transformed through living an intentional life in Christ.
Dr. Randy Carlson
When it comes to parenting, marriage, and other relationship issues, people are turning to New York Times best-selling author, counselor, and radio personality Dr. Randy Carlson. Recognized as an advocate for the family, Dr. Carlson hosts Intentional Living, a live daily call-in program syndicated to radio stations nationwide.
He is the founder of Intentional Living, a ministry of Intentional Life Media.
Dr. Carlson has written or coauthored five books: Starved for Affection, Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories, Parent Talk, Father Memories, The Cain & Abel Syndrome, The Power of One Thing, Hijacked Emotions, and Declutter Your Life.
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a doctorate in counseling psychology and over 35 years of counseling experience. He shares wisdom, encouragement, and comfort from God’s Word with people who call the daily Intentional Living program with issues that affect their families today. He has appeared on national radio and television talk shows such as Good Morning America, Focus on the Family, and Moody’s Midday Connection. He also speaks at conferences and seminars around the country.
Dr. Carlson and his wife, Donna, have three grown children,13 grandchildren, and reside in Tucson, Arizona. Randy and Donna share a deep commitment to each other, to their family, and to helping others live an intentional life in Christ.
Executive Leadership Team
Board Members
Dr. Randy Carlson – Chairman
Evan Carlson – President & CEO
Dennis Wilson
Mike Miller
Larry Carlson
Troy Bancroft
Rod Robison
John Vryhof
Lars Carlson
Brenda Stone