Staying Anchored In Jesus During Pride Month {Eps 132}

Staying Anchored In Jesus During Pride Month {Eps 132}

Author: Melinda Patrick May 28, 2026 Duration: 16:41

June can feel especially heavy for Christian parents navigating the complexities of loving a child who identifies as LGBTQ while also holding to biblical convictions.

In this episode, Melinda Patrick offers compassionate encouragement for parents who feel caught between truth and relationship, conviction and compassion, grief and hope.

This conversation is not about fear, outrage, or culture wars. It is about staying anchored in Jesus — emotionally, spiritually, and relationally — while walking a difficult parenting journey with humility, wisdom, and faithfulness.

Melinda reminds parents that culture should never disciple our emotions more than Christ disciples our hearts.

You will learn 7 ways to stay anchored: 

  1. Don't panic.
  2. Stay in prayer instead of control.
  3. Keep relationship where possible.
  4. Stay rooted in Scripture.
  5. Watch your tone.
  6. Allow yourself to grieve honestly.
  7. Remember God loves your child more than you can imagine.

Mentioned in This Episode

  • Piercing the Night by Lindsey Kiser
  • Charles Spurgeon
  • Dutch Sheets
  • Still Faithful mini-series
  • Episode 117 of The Bridge Between Us

Encouragement for Parents

As Pride Month unfolds:

  • stay close to Jesus
  • stay rooted in Scripture
  • stay humble
  • stay faithful

The Gospel is still powerful.
The Holy Spirit still moves.
And Jesus is still drawing people to Himself.

You are not alone in this journey.

Keep abiding.
Keep trusting.
Keep re-presenting Jesus.

Resources & Next Steps


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: 50

The Bridge Between Us: Loving Your LGBT Identified Child Without Compromising Biblical Truth
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