When Crisis Strikes Your Family: A Biblical Response  This episode addresses the struggles families face when unexpected trials and hardships come. Dr. David Tyler points listeners to God’s Word as the unchanging source of hope and direction in times of turmoil. This episode shows how Scripture provides clarity, comfort, and practical steps for families seeking stability in the midst of crisis. It’s a call to trust Christ and apply biblical truth when life feels overwhelming.

Is Alcoholics Anonymous Biblical? A Clear Biblical Evaluation David M. tyler, PhD. Is Alcoholics Anonymous biblical? Many Christians ask this question because Alcoholics Anonymous frequently speaks about God and spirituality. However, a closer look reveals that Alcoholics Anonymous is built on unbiblical foundations that promote spiritual relativism rather than the truth of Scripture. As Christians, we must carefully discern whether AA’s message aligns with the gospel of Jesus Christ or points people away from Him. Today, nearly every behavioral struggle, from gambling and overeating to compulsive shopping and substance abuse, has been reclassified as a “disease” and matched with a [...]

“When Grief Hits Home, Learning to Walk Again in Faith” “Grief That Leads to Growth” By David M. Tyler, PhD Biblical Counseling Marriage and Family This post is Part 4 of my When Grief Hits Home series. If you missed Part 1,2, or 3 you can read them here: https://davidtylerbooks.com  Part 1: When Grief Hits Home: A Biblical Path Through Loss Part 2: When Grief Becomes a Habit: A Biblical Warning About Stuck Sorrow Part 3 When the Tears Won’t Stop: A Biblical Way Forward   Edith’s Return to Church In a follow-up session one week later, I asked Edith [...]

“When Crisis Strikes Your Family: A Biblical Response” David Tyler, PhD “When crisis strikes your home, it can feel overwhelming. But Scripture provides a biblical response to family crisis, offering wisdom, comfort, and direction for every believer. God has not left us without guidance, His Word shows us how to respond in faith rather than fear, and how to lead our families through trials with hope in Christ.” Every person is either in a crisis, has just come out of a crisis, or is headed toward one. That is the reality of life in a fallen world. But the good [...]

Difficulties and Challenges of Parenting: A Biblical Perspective by David Tyler, PhD Parenting is one of the greatest joys and also one of the most difficult challenges entrusted to us by God. Children are not inconveniences to endure; they are gifts from the Lord, blessings that bring meaning, purpose, and happiness to our lives. Scripture tells us that children are “a heritage from the Lord” (Psalm 127:3). Yet in a sinful and fallen world, raising children can feel overwhelming. Many parents today wrestle with questions like: How do I guide my children toward truth in a culture pulling them the [...]

Is My Loved One Sinful or Sick? A Biblical Response to Modern Diagnoses by David M. Tyler, PhD Nearly all marriage and family problems are the result of someone’s sinful behavior and attitude. Sadly, in today’s culture there has been a major shift in how people view these struggles. More and more, what the Bible clearly calls sin is being described as a sickness or disorder. This confusion, often referred to as the debate of sin vs sickness, creates serious problems for Christians, because it replaces biblical categories with medical or psychological ones.Nearly all marriage and family problems are the [...]

“When Grief Hits Home, Part 4 Learning to Walk Again in Faith” “Grief That Leads to Growth” By David M. Tyler, PhD Biblical Counseling Marriage and Family This post is Part 4 of my When Grief Hits Home series. If you missed Part 1,2, or 3 you can read them here: https://davidtylerbooks.com  Part 1: When Grief Hits Home: A Biblical Path Through Loss Part 2: When Grief Becomes a Habit: A Biblical Warning About Stuck Sorrow Part 3 When the Tears Won’t Stop: A Biblical Way Forward Biblical Grief Counseling: Sanctification Takes Time There is no such thing as instant [...]

“When Grief Hits Home” Part 3 When the Tears Won’t Stop: A Biblical Way Forward Applying 2 Timothy 3:16 to Break Free from Lingering Grief By David M. Tyler, PhD You can read parts 1 and 2 here: https://davidtylerbooks.com Part 1: When Grief Hits Home: A Biblical Path Through Loss Part 2: When Grief Becomes a Habit: A Biblical Warning About Stuck Sorrow Biblical Counseling Marriage & Family Blog A Four-Part Framework for Biblical Change Paul wrote in 2 Timothy 3:16, “All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness.” These [...]

“When Grief Hits Home” Part 2 “How Long Will You Grieve?” Habitual Grief (1 Samuel 16:1) Biblical Steps to Move Forward When Grief Takes Over By David M. Tyler, PhDIf you missed Part 1, you can read it here: https://bit.ly/3FKooU9 Let’s Talk Honestly, Grief Can Become Sinful Grief isn’t a sin. It’s normal. Even Jesus wept. But habitual grief is a sin. It’s when grief takes over, when it becomes a way of life and keeps us from doing what God has called us to do, that’s a problem. That’s when grief crosses a line and becomes sinful. This is where [...]

When Grief Hits Home: Part 1 A Biblical Path Through Loss How God’s Word Leads You Through Sorrow with Truth and Hope  By David M. Tyler, PhDThis post is Part 1 of my “When Grief Hits Home” series. If Jesus Wept, So Can You Grief is a painful reality in a fallen world. Whether it’s the loss of a spouse, a child, or a dear friend, the weight of sorrow can feel overwhelming. But there is hope, and it’s not found in temporary relief or empty clichés. It’s found in Christ. Biblical grief counseling offers more than comfort; it points us [...]