Wisdom and Advice for Parents Rearing an LGBTQ Identified Child in the Home {Eps 36}

Wisdom and Advice for Parents Rearing an LGBTQ Identified Child in the Home {Eps 36}

Author: Melinda Patrick August 29, 2023 Duration: 23:54

Today Melinda is answering a listener's question:  'What words of wisdom and advice can you give to parents who are rearing an LGBTQ identified child in their home?' 

In this episode you will discover five key things that will equip you on this journey. 

We would love to answer your question or speak on a topic that you are wanting to know more about. Email Melindamelinda@melindapatrick.org

Recommended Reading:

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and John Townsend

Women In The Word by Jen Wilkin

The Gay Gospel? How Pro-Gay Advocates Misread the Bible by Joe Dallas

 

Past episodes that relate to this episode:

Eps 24 with Cameron Diamond: Steps You Can Take As A Parent To Disciple And Be A Source Of Healing For Your Child In The Midst of an LGBTQ AGenda

Eps 17 CHRISTIANS IN A CANCEL CULTURE: HOW TO WALK IN THE TENSION OF GRACE & TRUTH WHEN HOMOSEXUALITY HITS HOME WITH JOE DALLAS

Eps 11 HOW TO LIVE A LIFE THAT POINTS OTHERS TO JESUS with Charity Ellis

Eps 33  with ANDREW RODRIGUEZ – WE ARE TALKING BOUNDARIES, DEFINING COMPASSION AND UNPACKING WHY IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SHOW COMPASSION IF WE AREN'T ALSO SHARING TRUTH 

Eps 34 -Luis Ruiz PART ONE – WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN PARENTS CHANGE THE GAME AND JOIN JESUS CHRIST IN HIS PURSUIT OF THEIR LGBTQ_IDENTIFIED CHILD

Eps 3 Ashley Little – HOW TO COME ALONGSIDE YOUR LGBTQ LOVED ONE TO BRING HEALING & FREEDOM


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