Garry Ingraham - What Fathers Can Do To Shepherd The Hearts Of Their Child - Part Two {Eps 69}

Garry Ingraham - What Fathers Can Do To Shepherd The Hearts Of Their Child - Part Two {Eps 69}

Author: Melinda Patrick October 9, 2024 Duration: 42:11

Do you ever feel like you have completely blown it? As a parent, I have felt that many times. I'm so thankful we serve a God who is greater than our biggest mistakes. 

In today's episode of The Bridge Between Us Podcast, Melinda continues her conversation with author, ministry leader, and podcast host Garry Ingraham. 

Garry has words of wisdom and practical application for fathers. In this episode, you will:

*learn what it means to 'shepherd your child's heart'

*be given practical ways to connect with your child

 

Connect with Garry Ingraham:

Garry is the podcast host for Love & Truth Network and the author of Am I Gay? He and his wife, Melissa, founded Love & Truth Network, a national, non-profit ministry focused on equipping Christian leaders to develop safe and transformational environments with the purpose of restoring sexual wholeness and Biblical identity.

Love & Truth Network

Mentions:

ReStory Ministries

Living Waters - Andrew Comisky

Listen here to Melinda's interview on Love & Truth Network

 

Previous episodes speaking of fathers:

Eps 3 with Ashley Little

Bible verses:

James 5:16

Malachi 4:6

Proverbs 20:5

1 John 1:7

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Send Melinda an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org

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Melinda Patrick hosts The Bridge Between Us: A Guide For Christian Parents Navigating the LGBTQ Conversation, a space created for those navigating one of family life's most complex and emotional journeys. This podcast speaks directly to the moment a parent learns their child identifies as LGBTQ-a moment often met with a whirlwind of love, fear, faith questions, and a deep desire to preserve connection. Rather than offering simplistic answers, these conversations explore the nuanced tension between deeply held religious beliefs and the unconditional love for a child. Melinda brings empathy and understanding to the heartbreak and confusion, assuring parents they are not alone in their struggle. Each episode delves into practical aspects of building and maintaining that essential bridge of relationship, discussing what it means to embody both grace and truth in daily interactions. The dialogue here is for parents seeking to move beyond fear or isolation, looking for a compassionate path forward that honors their faith and their child. By focusing on real stories and thoughtful perspectives, this podcast becomes a vital resource for strengthening family bonds during a time of profound change. It’s about finding a way to walk together, even when the path feels unfamiliar.
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