Is Substance Abuse Genetic?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "My Dad was an alcoholic and I was told that it’s genetic; therefore, that’s why I struggle with substance abuse. Do you agree with that?"
What Do You Think of AA and Their View of a "Higher Power"?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Hi, my name is John. I'm from Ireland and I follow Ask Dr Betters on YouTube. I'm almost two and a half years in recovery from alcohol addiction, thank God in Jesus’ name! What do you think of Alcoholics Anonymous…
Is Supporting My Transgender Child Loving or Condoning Their Behavior?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "My niece recently came out and told the family that she is transgender. I’m not even sure I fully understand what that means…
Why Won’t God Take Away My Same-Sex Attraction?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “All my life I’ve been attracted to the same sex, going back to early childhood (elementary school age). I’ve heard we’re born straight, gay, or bi. I’ve heard as a Christian that it’s a sin. Am I to live with it till death yet learn to not act or think on it? Please help, Dr. Betters. I’m at the point of giving up on God or dying."
How to Avoid Sexual Sin
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "How do you avoid sexual sin when you are single and unmarried? You know what the Scripture says about it. But you know also that the other person is only interested in one thing. It will lead to the consummation of the relationship before marriage, and results from a low standard, one would assume or say."
Should Christians Report Abuse Even If Forgiveness Is Given? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters, in response to "Will I Know My Abuser in Heaven?", answers the question, "I feel that abusers get away with their actions both on Earth and in Heaven. As a Christian, I know I need to forgive my abuser, but where is the justice for those of us left scarred by the abuse? I believe not all sins are equal. Christians should speak up and report abuse—spiritual forgiveness doesn’t eliminate legal consequences."
My Fiancée Was Sexually Abused. How Should I Prepare for Our Wedding Night?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I am getting married in a month and I just found out my fiancée was sexually abused as a child. Knowing this, how should I prepare for my wedding night and our first year of marriage?"
How Do I Find Direction In A Toxic Environment?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Hello, I am a college age female and I feel that God has left me. I feel like I always tried to follow his path even when none of my family goes to church, I felt all my life that God was telling me to go one direction in ministry and then when it was time to apply for schools and I tell people they told me that was not my calling…
Why Would God Create a World with So Much Evil? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Why would God create a world with so much evil?”
Why Am I Not Comforted by God in My Grief, Pain, and Suffering? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "What if the pain of life has become too hard to bear? What if there have been too many substantial losses to handle life? Will we simply die with broken hearts in the end? God hears us and tells us so in scripture, so why can't we seem to be comforted?"
How Are We to Rejoice in Sorrow? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "How are we to rejoice in sorrow?"
What Do You Say to a Grieving Person? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "My friend's dad just died. When I am around my friend, I don't know what to say to her. What do you say to a grieving person?"
How Do We Say That the Lord Restored Job's Losses? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "How do we say that the Lord restored Job's losses when he lost 7 sons and 3 daughters? I understand he had 10 more children, but how could that possibly be seen as a restoration?"
I’m Too Sick To Attend Church, Am I Sinning?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Due to various health issues, I have not been able to attend church for the past several months, is that sinful?"
I Have Chronic Fatigue — How Can I Make Life Meaningful? | Finding Meaning with Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "I suffer from Chronic Fatigue and I am exhausted all of the time. I’m only in my 40’s but I feel like I am wasting my life…
Can Prayer Heal the Sick? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “Does it really matter to pray if we or a loved one is sick? In that God doesn't change his mind. Our lives are already set…does praying to be well actually do any good?”
How Is God Using My Physical Pain for Good? | Ask Dr. Betters
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "The Bible says that ‘God works all things together for the good of those who love him (Rom 8:28)’. How is God using my physical pain for good? What good can come from terrible pain that probably will have no end?"
Does God Want Me to Stay in an Abusive Marriage? | Ask Dr. Betters - Deconstructing One's Faith
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Within the first weeks of marriage, I knew my husband was abusive…I try not to trigger him, but I’m exhausted and afraid. I was taught God hates divorce. So I feel like that is not an option, but is this what God wants for me?"
How Can I Trust God When He Allows So Much Pain? | Ask Dr. Betters - Deconstructing One's Faith
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "…I question everything about God. Our world is so messed up, so many terrible things happen, including friends who have died from drugs and one who even committed suicide. You say God is sovereign and I can trust Him. But how can I trust a God who doesn’t stop pain? Sometimes I wonder if there is even a God."
How Do I Heal After Being Hurt by the Church? | Ask Dr. Betters - Deconstructing One's Faith Series
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "I grew up as a church kid, my parents were leaders in the church…But as an adult I am seeing how mean church people are – how they use people – and think nothing of betraying people like my parents. I can’t stand going to church and I have such anger and bitterness. I don’t want to be like this but I can’t let go of the hurt."