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Why Change Often Feels Slow Even When God Is at Work by David M. Tyler, PhD Part 3 of a series on discouragement and biblical interpretation. Series: Understanding Discouragement This article is part of a series examining discouragement from a biblical counseling perspective. Part 1 – Discouragement and the Slow Loss of Hope Part 2 – Why Discouragement Is Often a Spiritual Battle Part 3 – Why Change Often Feels Slow Even When God Is at Work Part 4 – Depression and Discouragement: Clarifying Biblical Categories Why does biblical change often feel slow? Biblical change often feels slow because growth [...]
Why Discouragement Is Often a Spiritual Battle by David M. Tyler, PhD. Part 2 of a series on discouragement and biblical interpretation. Series: Understanding Discouragement This article is part of a series examining discouragement from a biblical counseling perspective. Part 1 – Discouragement and the Slow Loss of Hope Part 2 – Why Discouragement Is Often a Spiritual Battle Part 3 – Why Change Often Feels Slow Even When God Is at Work Part 4 – Depression and Discouragement: Clarifying Biblical Categories What makes discouragement a spiritual battle? Discouragement becomes a spiritual battle when prolonged difficulty begins to reshape how a [...]
Discouragement: The Slow Loss of Hope David M Tyler, PhD Part 1 of a series on discouragement and biblical interpretation. Series: Understanding Discouragement This article is part of a series examining discouragement from a biblical counseling perspective. Part 1 – Discouragement and the Slow Loss of Hope Part 2 – Why Discouragement Is Often a Spiritual Battle Part 3 – Why Change Often Feels Slow Even When God Is at Work Part 4 – Depression and Discouragement: Clarifying Biblical Categories What is discouragement according to the Bible? Discouragement in Scripture is a gradual weakening of hope and spiritual resolve [...]
Indecision Is a Decision: Why Delay Is Never Neutral by David M Tyler, PhD Indecision is not neutral.Many believers delay obedience while waiting for certainty God has not promised.In Scripture, waiting to choose is itself a decision that reveals where trust lies. Indecision is often treated as a harmless personality trait. Some people describe themselves as naturally cautious. Others interpret indecision as spiritual humility, believing that waiting longer somehow honors God. Still others explain it emotionally, attributing hesitation to anxiety, fear, or overwhelm. The Bible does not present indecision as neutral. It consistently treats it as a spiritual condition with [...]
Featured Excerpt Modern culture treats desire as identity and impulse as authority. Scripture makes a crucial distinction modern psychology rejects: the body influences behavior, but it does not define the self. Jesus calls His followers not to express every impulse, but to rule them in obedience to God. Man and the Idea of Self-Expression The True Self, Sin, and the Gospel Answer to Self-Expression Part 2 David M Tyler, PhD This article continues the argument developed in Part 1, Man and the Idea of Self-Expression, where I examine how modern culture treats desire as identity and impulse as authority, [...]
Man and the Idea of Self-Expression A Biblical Critique of a Popular Philosophy Part 1 By David M Tyler, PhD Featured Excerpt Self-expression did not begin with psychology. It began with the serpent’s lie that obedience to God is suppression and self-assertion is freedom. Introduction Modern culture praises self-expression as essential to mental health, authenticity, and personal freedom. To suppress one’s desires is said to be harmful, even immoral. But Scripture tells a very different story. The Bible traces the idea of self-expression not to human flourishing, but to human rebellion. To understand the danger of this philosophy, we must [...]
📌 Featured Excerpt Are men and women equal in the Bible? The Bible answers clearly: both are created in the image of God, equally valued, equally accountable, and equally essential to His design. While men and women have different God-ordained roles, the Bible never teaches superiority or inferiority. When biblical equality is neglected, marriages suffer, churches weaken, and God’s design is distorted. Are Men and Women Equal in the Bible? A Clear Answer from Scripture Are men and women equal in the Bible?Scripture answers clearly: both are created in the image of God, equally valued, and essential to His design. [...]
✅ FEATURED EXCERPT In a culture drowning in confusion and contradiction, Christians must learn to think clearly. This article explains the three basic laws of logic, shows how they reflect God’s character, and demonstrates why clear thinking is essential for biblical counseling, discipleship, and everyday Christian living. Understanding the Laws of Logic: A Biblical Guide to Clear Thinking in a Confused World by David M Tyler, PhD Clear thinking seems to be in short supply today. Feelings often override facts. Personal experience is treated as greater than truth. Culture tells us that everyone can “create their own reality,” and anyone [...]
Is Compatibility Important in Marriage? By David M Tyler, PhD Introduction: A Popular but Misleading Idea Modern marriage advice often centers on the idea of compatibility. People are told to look for someone who shares their interests, personality type, education, background, or emotional temperament. The assumption is simple: if two people are naturally compatible, the marriage will be harmonious. But Scripture paints a very different picture. While studies may show that people of similar economic, social, or educational backgrounds tend to get along more easily, these external similarities are not what make a marriage biblical, or lasting. In fact, some [...]
Married to an Unbeliever By David M. Tyler, PhD It is not uncommon to find a Christian man or woman married to an unbeliever. There are several ways this can happen. Sometimes a believer ignores the plain teaching of Scripture that says believers must only marry “in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 7:39). At other times, two unbelievers marry, and later one of them comes to faith in Christ. Either way, being unequally yoked in marriage brings spiritual challenges that require patience, humility, and steadfast obedience to God’s Word. The Challenge of Mixed Spiritual Goals in a Marriage to an Unbeliever [...]
When Culture Calls Sin Love explores how modern society has blurred the line between right and wrong, calling moral compromise “love.” Dr. David Tyler opens Scripture to show how truth and compassion must never be separated—and how believers can respond with conviction and grace. Part 2 in the series “When Culture Redefines Sin.”
The Normalization of Homosexuality in Modern Culture (Part 2 in the series “When Culture Redefines Sin”) By David M Tyler, PhD In last week’s article, Are You Slothaphobic? A Biblical Response to the Redefinition of Sin, we looked at how culture renames sin to make it sound respectable. What Scripture calls sloth is rebranded as “self-care.” In the same way, our world has redefined homosexuality, not as sin, but as a legitimate and even biblical expression of love, celebrated as equal to heterosexuality. The redefinition of sin in today’s culture is not simply linguistic, it’s moral. When society calls evil [...]
When Laziness Becomes a Virtue In this episode, Dr. David M. Tyler explores how modern culture often rewards laziness and excuses irresponsibility. Through biblical counsel, he contrasts the world’s redefinition of “rest” and “self-care” with God’s call to diligence and stewardship. This practical message reminds believers that genuine rest flows from obedience, not avoidance—and that virtue is found in faithfulness, not comfort.
Part 1 Are You Slothaphobic? A Biblical Response to the Redefinition of Sin by David M Tyler, PhD Are you slothaphobic? The word doesn’t exist, at least, not yet. But imagine a world where laziness is no longer frowned upon, where indifference and apathy are celebrated as authentic expressions of self. Suppose sloth became not a vice to overcome, but an identity to embrace. Sound absurd? That’s exactly the point. The cultural pattern of redefining sin and demanding moral approval has become familiar in our day. To help us see it more clearly, let’s consider a hypothetical movement. The Rise [...]
Biblical Truth About Self-Esteem: Is the Cross Really a Source of Self-Worth? by David Tyler, PhD For decades, the message of “loving yourself” has seeped deeply into modern Christianity. Sermons, books, and conferences often teach that the key to happiness and spiritual growth is found in developing healthy self-esteem. But what does the Bible say about self-esteem? Does the cross of Christ call us to esteem ourselves more, or does it call us to die to self and glorify God? As believers, we must return to Scripture for clarity. The issue isn’t about psychology, personal affirmation, or “feeling good” about [...]
Many people today struggle with gender dysphoria and confusion about identity. Biblical discernment begins with God—not feelings—and offers truth and hope for those living in a fallen world. This article explains how Scripture addresses gender confusion, the renewed mind, and transformation in Christ.
Where does emotional pain really come from? Discover how the Bible explains the heart behind our emotions, and why true healing begins with a biblical worldview, not a diagnosis.
Is My Loved One Sinful or Sick? In this episode of the David Tyler Podcast, Dr. David M. Tyler explores the important question: Is my loved one sinful, or are they sick? Nearly all marriage and family problems stem from sinful attitudes and behaviors. Yet today, culture often labels sin as a “disorder” or “disease.” Drawing from Scripture, Dr. Tyler examines the dangers of redefining sin, why it matters for biblical counseling, and how hope and healing are found only in Christ.
Who Are You When No one is Watching? “It’s easy to look spiritual in public, but who are you at home? This podcast calls men to authenticity, humility, and Christlike leadership where it matters most.”
A Counseling Ministry at Your Church; Why? Counseling is a targeted part of discipleship that addresses the personal struggles keeping someone from growing spiritually. It involves coming alongside them, applying Scripture to their situation, and helping them understand how to change. It’s a more concentrated and temporary form of discipleship with the goal of restoring spiritual momentum and guiding them back to steady, ongoing growth in Christ.
A Courageous Husband and Father The most foundational form of leadership in society is a husband and father’s leadership in the home. From creation, God established man as the head of the family, calling him to lead with Christlike love and raise his children in the Lord’s instruction. A father’s influence shapes future leaders, making strong leadership at home essential.
Why I Hated Counseling I served as a pastor for 27 years—and I loved it. I loved studying God’s Word and preaching it each week. But one thing I dreaded was counseling. When someone came to me with years of depression, anxiety, or anger, I didn’t know how to help. I could pray with them, listen, maybe share a verse… but deep down, I felt unprepared. What could I offer that would truly change things?”
Love Languages is Not Your Problem The Five Love languages by Gary Chapman. I do think he gives some constructive advice. For example, everybody has their preferences as to the way they like their spouse to show love. On the other hand, I don’t agree with his main premise. Chapman’s premise is built upon the fact that all people have a natural focus and bias toward self. Self, not God or neighbor is the focus of the book.
It’s Okay to Be Angry But … “Be angry and yet do not sin…” (Ephesians 4:26).The goal is not to eliminate all anger, only sinful anger. Unfortunately, many believers do not know how to distinguish between righteous and sinful anger. They think their sinful anger is righteous anger. The result is they remain un-reconciled with their husband, wife, mother, father, son or daughter. This podcast will help you to know the difference.
