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Ask Dr. Betters

MARKINC Ministries

Dr. Chuck Betters, through the grid of his own faith struggles, including the tragic death of his sixteen-year-old son Mark, has helped countless other fellow strugglers in over 5 decades of ministry and rests in the hope that God is sovereign and He can be trusted.In a world filled with broken people and hopelessness, Ask Dr. Betters is a unique video forum where Dr. Betters and guests cut through confusion and offer sound biblical answers to life’s pressing questions about suffering and walking by

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8:03

Why Does God Allow Children to Suffer? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/04/10

In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Dr., I have a question. It hurts me when I see kids in pain and suffering – little babies/kids born with deadly diseases who suffer for 3 to 5 yrs before they die. Why? Kids that are tortured and shot…What about "psychopaths" that abuse and kill innocent kids? Why does God allow this to happen? These kids are angels…they haven't sinned. So why are they being punished? Thank you, Dr." Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—e...

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4:40

Losing My Faith (Son with Autism) | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/04/03

In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Thank you for your informative videos. I became a Christian at age 40. Now I'm 51. I have an autistic teenage son with violent tendencies. Every time he beats us up or hurts himself, I lose more love and respect for the faith I thought I had. Today I hate God like I've never hated anyone or anything. 15 years of beatings and suffering has taken its toll on my faith and love for God. I need a string to hang on to or I will perish; lately, I b...

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7:27

Can I Drink Alcohol as a Christian? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/03/27

In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Can I drink alcohol as a Christian? Or, what about drinking only wine, but not getting drunk?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world filled with brokenness and despair, "Ask Dr. Bett...

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7:33

I Smoke Pot…Am I Going to Hell? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/03/20

In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "I'm 42. I smoke pot cigs and take a pain pill one time a day. I fully believe and read the Bible daily. Am I going to hell? I was baptized at 14 but didn't know what it meant." Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign...

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5:24

Is Substance Abuse Genetic? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/03/13

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world fille...

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5:53

What Do You Think of AA and Their View of a "Higher...

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2026/03/06

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 (AA)? My experience in AA has been with a mixed bag of people with mixed beliefs. I like the program, but I don't like how they say anything can be your 'higher power'." Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—espec...

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8:03

Is Supporting My Transgender Child Loving or...

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2026/02/27

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. Now, apparently, she has a girlfriend. I have been a Christian my whole life and this just goes against everything I believe. We are getting ready for a family gathering at my house and she wants to know if she can bring her girlfriend. How do I handle this? Is allowing the girlfriend to come being loving or condoning ...

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4:25

Gay Marriage | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/02/20

In this episode, Dr. Chuck Betters answers the question, "Should I attend my homosexual child's wedding ceremony?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world filled with brokenness and despair, "Ask Dr. Betters" is a unique video forum whe...

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10:23

Why Won't God Take Away My Same-Sex Attraction? | Ask...

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2026/02/13

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. I believe it is. I have never acted upon with it another man, only in thought and through fleshly pleasures. I am saved and baptized. I believe in God, in Christ. I’ve accepted Him as my creator and Savior and Lord. But I’m torn between why I’m gay and w...

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8:46

How to Avoid Sexual Sin | Ask Dr. Betters

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2026/02/06

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." Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countl...

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5:32

My Fiancée Was Sexually Abused. How Do I Prepare for...

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2026/01/23

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is s...

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10:22

How Do I Find Direction in a Toxic Environment? | Ask...

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2026/01/16

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 went 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 told people, they told me that was not my calling. I feel like I don't have direction anymore and no one cares about me. I feel like God has put me here all al...

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8:03

Why Am I Not Comforted by God in My Grief, Pain, and...

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2026/01/02

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more tha...

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8:02

How Are We to Rejoice in Sorrow? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2025/12/26

In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "How are we to rejoice in sorrow?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world filled with brokenness and despair, "Ask Dr. Betters" is a unique video forum where Dr. Betters and his guests ...

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6:54

What Do You Say to a Grieving Person? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2025/12/19

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world filled with broke...

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4:52

How Do We Say That the Lord Restored Job's Losses? |...

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2025/12/12

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovere...

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7:49

I'm Too Sick to Attend Church - Am I Sinning? | Ask...

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2025/12/05

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and can be trusted. In a world filled with brokenness and desp...

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6:47

I Have Chronic Fatigue - How Can I Make Life...

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2025/11/28

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. I spend most of my time resting and the few things I am able to do during the day I spend most of that time thinking about how soon I can go back to bed. It makes me so sad. How can I still make my life meaningful instead of just a waste?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic los...

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5:54

Can Prayer Heal the Sick? | Ask Dr. Betters

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2025/11/21

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?” Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds hope in the belief that God is sovereign and...

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10:03

How Is God Using My Physical Pain for Good? | Ask Dr....

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2025/11/14

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?" Dr. Chuck Betters, drawing from his own faith struggles—especially the tragic loss of his sixteen-year-old son, Mark—has assisted countless individuals facing similar challenges over more than five decades of ministry. He finds ho...

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