Still Faithful: When God Invites You To Rise Again {Eps 126}

Still Faithful: When God Invites You To Rise Again {Eps 126}

Author: Melinda Patrick March 6, 2026 Duration: 8:54

After long seasons of grief, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion, many parents find themselves in a kind of spiritual winter. Life has been focused on carrying, praying, waiting, and holding tension.

But sometimes, quietly, something begins to change.

In this episode of the Still Faithful series, we talk about what it looks like when God begins inviting you back into life again. Not with pressure or urgency, but with gentle renewal.

This conversation explores spiritual winter seasons, the slow timing of renewal, and how to notice the small stirrings of life that God may be awakening in you. If you've felt emotionally dormant or unsure how to move forward after a long season of carrying so much, this episode offers reassurance that renewal does not require rushing or forgetting the past.

God often restores life slowly — and slow restoration is still real restoration.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why spiritual "winter" seasons are a natural part of faith
• How God often brings renewal quietly and gradually
• The difference between rising again and rushing forward
• Noticing the gentle stirrings of life after a season of dormancy
• Why renewal does not erase love, concern, or the past

Reflection questions:

Take these slowly. There is no pressure to resolve anything quickly.

• Where have I been emotionally dormant?
• What feels like it may be beginning to stir in me?
• What would it look like to say "yes" to life again — slowly?

An important reminder:

Renewal does not require forgetting the past.
It simply means allowing God to grow something new alongside it.

You are allowed to experience life again even while your child's story is still unfolding.

Support:

For many parents, renewal can feel unfamiliar after long seasons of carrying pain and uncertainty. If you're sensing new stirrings but feel unsure how to move forward with wisdom and steadiness, coaching can be a space to discern those invitations.

You can learn more at www.melindapatrick.org


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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