In Teach Me How to Swim: A. Guide for Navigating Difficult Terrain and
Uncharted Waters with Christ, Dr. Tyler J. Harvey shares personal experiences, biblical wisdom, and inspiring reflections that encourage readers to trust God through life’s challenges. Using the powerful metaphor of learning to swim, this uplifting book reminds us that with faith, perseverance, and Christ as our guide, we can navigate even the most difficult seasons and emerge stronger than before.
Swimming lessons are not just for pools. They are for life. When Dr. Tyler J. Harvey, Ed.D., stood at the water’s edge as a Boy Scout, his legs locked, his shoulders tightened, and fear consumed him. He failed his swimming test not because he lacked ability, but because insecurity and doubt took over. That moment could have defined him forever. Instead, it became the beginning of something far deeper.
“Teach Me How to Swim” takes its title from the cry of every person who has ever felt overwhelmed by life. Through the metaphor of learning to swim, Dr. Harvey walks readers through…
Some people teach swimming from the pool deck, dry and comfortable, shouting instructions from a safe distance. Dr. Tyler J. Harvey, Ed.D., teaches from the water, right beside you, gasping for air when you do and celebrating when you finally float.
Born in 1991, Dr. Harvey has spent his life in the deep end. As an educator with a Doctorate in Adult Education, he has worked across early childhood, K 12, and adult education…
A fresh perspective on suffering and spiritual growth Most of us pray for calm waters when the storms of life hit. We ask God to remove the difficulty, to part the sea, to make the waves stop. But what if God has a different answer? What if He does not always calm the storm but […]
Understanding the seasons of life through geography and faith Life does not stay the same. One day you feel like you are standing on solid ground, and the next day everything shifts beneath your feet. You move through different seasons, each with its own challenges, lessons, and opportunities. But how do you navigate these seasons […]
Standing firm when the pressure to conform is overwhelming The world demands your allegiance. It asks you to bow to its systems, its values, and its leaders. It tells you that if you do not agree with the crowd, you will be cast out. If you do not follow the rules, you will face consequences. […]
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