Rejoice, Weary World! Because Of Christmas We Have Every Reason To Celebrate! {Eps. 47}

Rejoice, Weary World! Because Of Christmas We Have Every Reason To Celebrate! {Eps. 47}

Author: Melinda Patrick December 20, 2023 Duration: 7:42

The holidays have a way of magnifying our pain and the brokenness in our families.

Listen in to hear the reason for the season and why we should celebrate more than ever.

Share this podcast with someone else who needs hope this Christmas season.

Light a candle.

For more encouragement, listen to these past episodes

Eps 41 - How To Overcome Grief When It Is Impacting Your Life And Your Relationship With Your LGBTQ-identified Child

Eps 38 - Taking Territory Back: How To Release The Power of God In Your Prayers For Your LGBTQ -identified Loved One, Part Two with Lindsey Kiser

Eps 36 - Wisdom and Advice For Parents Rearing an LGBTQ-identified Child in the Home

Eps 12 – How To Survive The Holidays When You Really Just Want To Skip Them

Eps 11 – How To Live A Life That Points Others To Jesus

Eps 9 – Living In The Unshakable Victory Of Christ with Judy Dunagan

Eps 8 – The Truth About Spiritual Disappointment and How It May Not Be A Bad Thing

One last reminder:  This is the last podcast episode for 2023.  The Bridge Between Us will be back on January 3. 

My prayer for you today comes from Romans 15:13 – May the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

God has entrusted this journey and our loved ones to us. He is asking us to engage with Him on this journey.  As we do, He promises to equip us every step of the way.

Until January 3rd – I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!  Talk to you in 2024, friends!


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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Bridge Between Us: A Guide For Christian Parents Navigating the LGBTQ Conversation
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