Biblical Counseling Marriage & Family

The death of an unborn, newborn, or young child is an agonizing reality many parents have experienced. At such a, profoundly heartbreaking moment, how would you answer their question? “Is my baby in heaven?” A compassionate answer based on Scripture is especially important. The short answer is, yes.

“Let not your heart be troubled” are probably some of the most tender words spoken by our Lord, Jesus Christ. They were spoken to comfort and console His disciples who had been with Him for three years. In John 13 Jesus told them that He would be leaving. He immediately saw they were saddened and worried. Their hearts had become troubled. They lost their sense of peace. A troubled heart affects all men and women. A “quiet heart” is what people are looking for? They want relief from a feeling of restlessness and anxiety? Some call it “peace of mind”, tranquility or calmness.

The abortion debate is not a debate per se between those who are pro-choice and those that are pro-life. It’s not about choice, health or privacy. The debate is not about forcing one’s religion or morality upon someone else. It’s about one question and one question only. WHAT IS IT?

Two sinners, even if they are believers, cannot live together without disagreements and arguments. A couple may consider themselves to be compatible however, they soon learn no two sinners are essentially compatible.

How does your occupation; your job relate to your Christian faith? Does it matter to God, how you view your work, or how you do your work? Think about it. Whether you work in an office, a factory, or at home… a large portion of your time is spent at work. It’s important to have a biblical view of work. This is part of “walking with Lord” or “walking in the Spirit”.

Pain has been around since the fall of Adam and Eve. It’s universal. We all, at some time and for some reason, have experienced pain. One thing we have in common regarding pain is; we want it to go away. We want to feel better. Question; does a person’s response to aching and hurting have anything to do with its intensity?

From the beginning the Bible teaches the equality of men and women. The idea that’s taught and practiced in a lot of cultures that men are dominant and superior is NOT taught in the Bible. In fact the Bible condemns male dominance and superiority. To say men are superior is to deny the equality of the image of God in women.

The thing that mystifies the family of an addict is, their loved one’s behavior is self-destructive. Why would your son, daughter or parent do something that ruins their health and may even kill them? What motivates a person to go down a path that would deliberately destroy everything they hold dear and love?

You say to yourself, this child I’ve raised, and love, has become a collection of raging hormones. Your strategy is to do the best you can. It is about survival. Not theirs; yours.

There is a growing use and acceptance of cursing and profanity. We’re all aware of it. We hear it every day. Even from little children; potty language. When a five-year-old says the word “poop” or “fart” the other kids giggle. It’s funny. Older kids believe cussing is cool; a sign of maturity. Sadly, some Christian parents are not setting a very good example.

Find practical and biblical advice on the home and family. I'll address issues common to all men, women and children. Topics on communication, anger, grief, rebellious children, living with an unbelieving spouse and much more.