Author Archives: Dr. Howard Eyrich
Eight Principles To Execute A Courageous Christian Life
Occasion for the Meditation: As I was preparing to speak at the TAC (The Addiction Connection) conference last week, I was simultaneously progressing through my journey through the Bible in 2026. One of my assigned topics for TAC was Encouraging … Continue reading
An Ancient Observation Diagnoses, A Modern Communication Problem
Introduction Email from Supervisee: In a recent email from a counselor in supervision, I received this email: “I met with a new counselee, Samantha, this morning for the first time. She had noted in her initial information form (which I received yesterday) that she … Continue reading
What’s in a Birthday?
Today is my birthday. My wife fixed a special breakfast. When we sat down to eat, she said happy birthday, though I am sure you are not that excited to be 87. So, I thought I’d ask AI this question: … Continue reading
Old Covenant, New Covenant; The Truth Is the Same Prepare Yourself to Fulfill Your Destiny
Introduction In my day-to-day ministry of teaching counseling at Birmingham Theological Seminary coupled with supervising doctoral students’ internships in Biblical Counseling, I read multiple case reports every week. In addition, I interface with ACBC Phase 3 candidates and often discuss … Continue reading
The Secret to Standing Personally, and Professionally
Text: Jon 15:1-8 Living in the Presence of Jesus Christ Living in the presence of Jesus Christ is the Christian’s best protection and the source of effervescent strengthening. Let’s start with the second. In John (7:38), Jesus says that those who believe in Him would have … Continue reading
A Baker’s Dozen of Benefits of Reading Your Bible Every Day
By: Kevin Carson & Howard Eyrich January 9, 2026 Introduction Whether you have just become a follower of Christ or have been one for many years, establishing a daily habit of reading the Bible is great medicine for the … Continue reading
Universal Longings
Introduction I recently read an account of a counseling case. It was the record of a young seminarian seeking a spouse. It reminded me of universal longings and how all too often people seek to fulfill them in the wrong … Continue reading
The Foolishness of Religion
The Foolishness of Religion Note: This is my meditation Christmas morning that turns out to be a call to consider for 2026. Our children are all hosting their families after our gathering on the Eve for a brief meditation by … Continue reading
Here Is a Christmas Tree Activity Designed to Reframe Culture
Introduction There are numerous approaches to celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. One of my favorites is to revisit Old Testament prophecies. Perhaps my favorite of these favorites is Isaiah 9:6. This is a key passage informed Israel (and us) that Messiah … Continue reading
A View of the Persistent Sinner Through the Eyes of the Lord
Jeremiah 4 Introduction In chapter one of the book of the Prophet, we learn of the call upon his life even before he was conceived. This gives us a glimpse of God’s plan. We see a similar display in the call … Continue reading