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SUMMARY: The Challenge of Understanding - Kim and I acknowledge and discuss, that many Christians (me included) struggle to truly love like Jesus without feeling like they're compromising biblical truth with regard to the LGBTQ community, and Kim shares her journey with her LGBTQ child. It's a genuine complexity to understand how to find balance and Kim sets the marker at the foot of the cross. Judgment vs. Discernment - Parts of the conversation focuses on the difference between judgment and discernment. Kim stresses the importance of building relationships and understanding individual stories because we can't expect to be heard if we don't first invest, aka listen. The Role of the Church - The conversation touches on the importance of allowing space for questions and struggles without fear of judgment or ostracism. Invite difficult conversations and differing viewpoints for the purpose of discovering and revealing God's truths and His heart about the matter for both the one struggling with identity issues as well as the believer who may have a heart posture that God wants to bring a deeper revelation that aligns with His truth, love, character and nature. Embracing Both Faith and Love - As Kim reveals, it's possible to hold onto faith while loving an LGBTQ child. Kim emphasizes that understanding doesn't mean affirming every choice but involves listening, empathizing, and walking alongside them. Tools and Resources - Kim's journey led to the creation of resources like "Pride and Promises," aimed at helping families navigate these complex dynamics. Final Reflections - The conversation ends with a powerful reminder of God's scandalous grace — a grace that doesn't discriminate and a love that is unwavering. Kim's story is a testament to the transformative power of love and the importance of reflecting Christ's love in all interactions. We can lay down the weight of judgement, which enables us to share God's truths without feeling responsible for the outcome and relax in the knowledge that the Holy Spirit is qualified to do His work. In navigating these challenging waters, may we all strive to embody the empathy, compassion, and love that Kim so beautifully advocates for. PODCAST INTRO: My guest is Kim Stlip and she is the founder of Pride and Promises, a beautiful ministry she created that equips believers to hold on to their Christian faith and their LGBTQ+ kids. But I want any parent listening to know, no matter how your child identifies you'll find great wisdom in the biblical discernment that Kim shares. Kim doesn't have any 3 letter adjectives behind her name or lofty degrees that declare her worthy but she is a mom with the courage to stand in the gap between God's truth in the holy scriptures and God's heart for humankind. Kim is motivated by the fact that many Christians struggle to truly love like Jesus without feeling like they're compromising biblical truth. When I think about the phrase of investing blood sweat and tears, surely Kim's picture is next to that description…actually, any mom who has been willing to be the punching bag (my words not Kims) for truth in the very context of a broken world and their children trying to find their way in it. I want to share my personal take away from our conversation because I could really relate to every bit of the relationship aspect of our conversation and relationships beyond my children. I do not have children who struggle with same sex attraction but relationship (across the board) is hard, complicated and layered. I used to think that the hardest part of raising children was when they were young and I was trying to bend their will to the things that would bring them reward, benefit, health. In my heart I was trying to equip my sons to contribute to the world in meaningful, purposeful ways. But no one told me it would be more difficult when they were adults and you have to watch them struggle with the complexities of life as it gets weightier and responsibility after responsibility is added to their years. Here's a quote from Kim “And the hard part is when we hold on so tightly to our right and your wrong, and we don't take one another's stories with empathy, then that's where we hold our fist up and we don't end up coming back together. And so you always diffuse anger with empathy and understanding. And truly, anger is almost always love disappointed.” That my friend hit me in the heart. I had a powerful reminder of the finished work of the cross when Kim brought us back to the cross….and it always comes down to this for any human being (and not just in the context of this topic, it's all of humanity)….if the opportunity to have direct access to God again was going to be a possibility then it was necessary for Christ to go to the cross. For me, my sins. Imagine yourself as the only person alive and Christ goes to the cross for you. He endured the horrific process of crucifixion, the bloody, beaten beyond recognition, publicly stripped naked, disfigured in every way; and I've read some commentary that pointed out you would not have been able to tell if he was male of female.  When Christ hung on the cross He had no guarantee that any of us would choose Him. Now, God knows our heart, the condition/character/nature and because of that He knows which one of us will choose Him but that does not negate the fact that our gift of choice is still a real thing. He doesn't man-handle our gift of choice. There's enough evil in the world to see that He does not intervene with our ability to choose. In other words, He doesn't remove that ability because we refuse to use it in a responsible, wise, healthy way but it is worth remembering He is capable of healing anything this broken world does to us via other peoples choices or the places we find ourselves in because of our own choices. Kim has such courage to have this delicate conversation pointing out that the core of where the conversation should be grounded is in the person of Christ versus where the church and most people, myself included focus on, and that is sexuality. I get it though, the world has made it a sexual issue but as believers we're to look through the lens of God's heart at the world around us. And that's what Kim does at Pride and Promises. A wealth of information that is honest, straightforward biblical truth and presented with the same compassion that Christ provided for each and every one of us on the cross. As Kim and I agreed, at the foot of the cross is level ground for sinners. When you hear Kim's heart behind her encouraging message, I hope that you have breakthrough in your personal life and personal relationships on every level. All of what she shares can be applied to any relationship we can experience because again, our conversations and heart motive should be grounded in the person of Christ. Let's get into the beauty, the hope, and the heart of God by listening to what Kim has to share! Live Loved and Thrive! @alifeofthrive.com Sherrie Pilk Other Episodes and Blogs that pertain to this subject of God meeting us in broken places: -Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ Identified Child, with Melinda Patrick: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/08/28/joining-jesus-christ-in-his-pursuit-of-your-lbgtq-identified-child/ -No Longer in Bondage to Sexual Addiction, with Logan Hufford: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/07/17/sexual-addiction/ -Christian Mom Whose Child has Same-Sex Attraction, with Melinda Patrick: https://alifeofthrive.com/2021/05/16/same-sex-attraction/ -A Porn Free Marriage is Possible, with Rosie MaKinney: https://alifeofthrive.com/2022/05/11/porn-free/ Connect with Kim: Website: https://www.prideandpromises.com/ Free Resource - 31 Conversation Starters to engage your child after they come out: https://www.prideandpromises.com/conversation-starters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569053302851 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prideandpromises/ Kim's Bio: My sweet spot has always been in coaching and mentoring young women, moms and wives, offering encouragement and guidance through everyday life and its challenges. Driven by a profound dedication to my family, a gratitude for people, and a love for the one-anothers, my heart is to encourage other families in navigating the tangled up circumstances that don't have linear solutions. We haven't done it perfectly…read the blogs.   My favorite people are my husband, Pete, our son & two daughters, and the guys they took the names of and brought into our family. Beyond treasuring my family, I'm a curriculum and freelance writer, ministry volunteer, and fellow encourager.

As conversations around sexuality and gender identity dominate today's culture, Christian parents face a daunting challenge: how do we love our daughters unconditionally while holding fast to Biblical truth? With the world telling girls that identity is self-defined and ever-changing, it's more important than ever to guide them back to the unchanging truth of God's Word.    In this powerful episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, host Patti Garibay (Founder & Executive Director Emeritus, American Heritage Girls) is joined by Melinda Patrick—Director of Parent Support for His Wonderful Works, podcast host of The Bridge Between Us, and author of The Daring Rescue. Drawing from her own family's journey, Melinda offers practical wisdom and heartfelt encouragement for parents navigating conversations around LGBTQ identity with grace, compassion, and unwavering faith.    Together, Patti and Melinda dive into the pressing issues facing Gen Z girls today—and Gen Alpha girls to follow—from cultural pressures during Pride Month to the influence of social media and shifting moral standards. They explore how to communicate Biblical values without compromising love, why intercessory prayer is vital, and how parents can overcome feelings of shame, fear, or confusion when their child's beliefs clash with their faith upbringing.    This episode also unpacks Melinda's three key principles for loving your daughter while standing firm in truth: engaging with God, embracing your God-given role as a parent, and trusting in the spiritual equipping God provides. Melinda reminds listeners that God never calls us into battle unprepared—and that victory lies in co-laboring with Him.    Whether you're a Christian parent walking through these sensitive conversations now or preparing for the future, this episode will equip you with Biblical wisdom, compassionate strategies, and the encouragement to lead your daughter in truth and love.    Learn more about Melinda's ministry, resources, and podcast at melindapatrick.org.    Find an American Heritage Girls Troop near you, visit americanheritagegirls.org        Add even more Biblical wisdom to your parenting quiver, visit raisinggodlygirls.com 

Does fear and anxiety rob you of pressure time as a mom? Are you a slave to anxiety? We live in a world where it has become commonplace for moms to struggle with anxiety, but for the Jesus mom, it doesn't have to rule us. In this episode, Tina and Britt are bringing the most common things that cause us anxiety as a mom into the light. Are they the same things you struggle with?Counterfeit Identities https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MJ446GdtNnpqLvt1JZ4hx?si=563dc5e510544b8cResources for those who have children struggling with same-sex attraction:Love and Truth Network https://loveandtruthnetwork.com/Melinda Patrick https://melindapatrick.org/Raising Kids on Your Knees Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/4Aq5n5wbY3FcQNEH488o90?si=c5ff30c1b2c74ddfFlying Arrow Productions

Do you ever feel that if you stop praying for your loved one they won't come to know Jesus or that God will stop pursuing your child?  In today's Bridge Between Us episode, author and Executive Director of Restored Hope Network, Anne Edward, is joining Melinda Patrick.  Anne has a story that hopefully will allow parents to take a deep breath and rest as they continue to trust Jesus for the outcome of their loved one.  Melinda and Anne also talk about the importance of community and how you can find that through Restored Hope Network.   To connect with Anne Edward: Restored Hope Network   To connect with Melinda Patrick: www.melindapatrick.org   Discount code for RHN Hope 2025 - Bridge25  (**Code expires on May 9. 2025)   More information regarding RHN Hope 2025 watch parties: RHN watch parties   Prior episodes mentioned: Andrew Rodriguez Gretchen Stockman Dean Greer with Living Waters Kathy Grace Duncan with Portland Fellowship    

Welcome to The Bridge Between Us Podcast, where we navigate the challenges and opportunities of walking alongside LGBTQ-identified loved ones from a Biblical perspective. Hosted by Melinda Patrick, today's solo episode is all about being your own advocate as you build a support team for your personal journey. In Today's Episode, You'll Hear About: The importance of a support system and how Jesus' story of raising Lazarus teaches us that no one walks the journey alone. The need for Godly counsel and guidance in your healing process. Signs to look for that indicate you might need professional help, including counselors or therapists, to aid you through grief or trauma. How to interview a counselor to ensure they align with your Biblical convictions and are a good fit for your needs. Practical questions you should ask potential counselors to be your own advocate. The role of trusting in God's process and finding freedom not just for your loved one, but for yourself too. Key Scriptures Discussed: John 11:44 – The story of Lazarus: Jesus doesn't expect us to walk alone. Galatians 6:2 – Carry one another's burdens and fulfill the law of Christ. Romans 8:28-29 – God works all things for our good and transforms us into the image of His Son. Proverbs 11:14, 20:5, 24:6 – The wisdom and safety found in seeking godly counsel. Key Takeaways: Building a support team of friends, prayer warriors, counselors, and more is essential to emotional and spiritual healing. A biblical counselor can provide guidance and a fresh perspective when you're stuck in grief or difficult circumstances. As a self-advocate, you have the right to interview and find the right counselor who aligns with your values. Healing and freedom aren't just for your loved one—they're for YOU too. Your journey is just as much about your own transformation. Red Flags: Signs You May Need Help Melinda shares some red flags to watch for to determine if you might be struggling with grief or trauma: Difficulty remembering the last time you laughed or enjoyed time with loved ones. Struggling to engage in activities you once loved. Feeling emotionally drained by everyday tasks. Avoiding people or conversations. Trouble celebrating others' successes. Feeling overwhelmed by bitterness, guilt, or sadness. Questions to Ask Your Counselor: How does your Christian faith influence your approach to therapy? What's your view on marriage and gender? What do you believe about homosexuality, and how does that affect your counseling approach? Do you see the Bible as the final authority in your practice? These questions will help you determine if a counselor aligns with your faith and values before diving deeper into the therapeutic process. Resources Mentioned: Restored Hope Network Helpful previous TBBU episodes:  Eps 89, Eps 41   Want to Connect? Melinda loves to hear from listeners! If you're navigating your own journey, need encouragement, or want to share your story, feel free to email Melinda at melinda@melindapatrick.org. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need it. Until next time, remember: God has entrusted this journey to you. As you engage with Him, He will equip you for each next step.   *Disclaimer: The opinions and advice shared on this podcast are intended for informational purposes and are not a substitute for professional counseling. Always seek appropriate guidance and support for your personal needs.

For many parents, when their child shares with them they experience same-sex attraction or gender disphoria, one thing they will also hear is: "I have prayed and prayed and asked God to take it away but He hasn't." As parents, many of us have done the same thing: we have prayed and prayed and God doesn't appear to be answering. In today's episode, Nate Oyloe - ministry leader of Agape First Ministries, joins Melinda Patrick.  Nate shares a portion of his own healing journey, but he also share how parents can respond when their child doesn't feel as though God is answering their prayers.  In this powerful episode, listeners will hear: *how to respond to your child's disspointment in God seemingly not answering his/her prayer *one thing that can disempower parents *God's desing for healing within the family     Connect with Nate Oyloe: Agape First Ministries   Other mentions: Restored Hope Network Living Waters   Other TBBU episodes mentioned: Dean Greer - Part One Dean Greer - Part Two   Please share this episode with others.  If you haven't left a review for The Bridge Between Us Podcast, please take 1-3 minutes to do so.  This helps other parents to know if this is the right podcast for them.       

Hey friends, welcome back to The Bridge Between Us Podcast!  In this episode, Melinda Patrick and her guest, Alex McFarland, dive deep into how we, as parents and individuals, can continue to hold firm to the truth amidst the changing culture and differing values between us and our children. Parents today are facing a culture that challenges traditional beliefs, especially around sexuality, identity, and values. Their children are growing up in a world where those beliefs often conflict with their own, and it can feel overwhelming and heartbreaking. How can parents stand firm in their faith and share truth with love in a way that doesn't compromise their beliefs but also doesn't drive a wedge between them and their children? Today's guest is Alex McFarland, an expert in apologetics and a passionate advocate for truth. Alex has spent years counseling, teaching, and engaging in tough conversations with people who are struggling with cultural shifts in their beliefs. He brings years of wisdom to the table as he helps us navigate how to hold fast to God's truth, love others well, and parent with courage. Listen in and discover how to:  Stand firm in the truth of God's Word. Love others unconditionally, even when you don't agree with their choices. Be patient and trust in God's timing as you continue to pray and walk alongside your loved ones. Thank You For Listening! Thank you for joining us today on The Bridge Between Us Podcast. If you found this episode helpful, please share it with your friends and family. Let's continue to walk in truth and love together. Subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode! Mentions: Restored Hope Network The Truth Network - Alex McFarland Show with Melinda Patrick  

Welcome to the TBBU Podcast, hosted by Melinda Patrick. In today's episode, we're diving into an essential topic for Christian parents with LGBTQ-identified children: caring for your heart as you navigate this journey. With February being 'heart month,' we'll talk about the importance of nurturing your own well-being. We'll explore the red flags that signal when you're not taking care of your heart, why it's vital to guard and care for it, and practical steps you can take to protect your emotional and spiritual health. As we walk through this, we'll discuss how you can overflow with joy, peace, and hope, even during challenging seasons. Plus, we'll talk about how to support your child or spouse, even when they might not be ready to care for their own heart. Join me for this heart-centered episode that offers grace, encouragement, and a challenge to care for yourself so that you can love your child well. Scripture Reference: Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) – Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Romans 15:13 (NIV) – 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. John 10:10 (NIV) – The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. Resources Mentioned in the Episode: The Bridge Newsletter – Subscribe for updates and exclusive content Episode with Tony & Alisa on prayer in marriage  Episode on decluttering hearts Email Melinda – Share your heart and steps you're taking for self-care 2-Week Challenge: Starting today, take just 15 minutes each day to do something that gives you life. Here are some ideas: Take a nap Sit in silence Go for a walk Take time off social media Breathe deeply and relax Connect with Us: Subscribe to The Bridge newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming launches. Share this podcast with fellow parents and ministry leaders who might benefit from this message. If you're struggling with grief or emotional burnout, reach out for support—whether through prayer or a counselor. You don't have to walk this journey alone. Closing Prayer: "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." (Romans 15:13)

When we discover that our child has embraced an LGBTQ identity, it can feel like a tidal wave that shakes the very foundation of our family dynamics. It's easy to overlook the other important relationships in our lives—especially our marriage.  In this powerful episode, Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo join host Melinda Patrick to discuss the crucial steps couples can take to preserve their relationship with each other while navigating this difficult season. One of the most impactful takeaways from this episode is the reminder that "If couples don't take care of their marriage, then there will need to be two rescues: not just the rescue of the child, but the rescue of the couple." This quote serves as a powerful warning to couples that the well-being of their marriage is just as important as their child's emotional health. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Maintain closeness and connection with your spouse Take actionable steps forward if you feel stuck in your relationships Honor your spouse during seasons of grief Pray together as a couple in times of uncertainty Lighten the heaviness of difficult circumstances and rediscover joy Whether you're navigating changes in your family or simply seeking ways to strengthen your relationship, this episode offers valuable insights on maintaining balance and emotional well-being during challenging times. Resources Mentioned: The 6 Pillars of Intimacy by Alisa and Tony DiLorenzo Dave Ramsey The Daring Rescue by Melinda Patrick Join the conversation: We'd love to hear how you've navigated difficult family transitions. Share your thoughts and experiences with us on social media or via email. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! ​The shownotes contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I will make a commission at no extra cost to you.​

In today's episode, our guest is author and speaker Melinda Patrick. She transparently shares about her journey as a mother navigating her daughter's revelation of same-sex attraction. Melinda opens up about her initial reaction, driven by a desire to "fix" her daughter, and how this response strained their relationship. She shares the struggles, shame, and guilt she faced, and the redemptive work God has done in their lives over time, even though they are very much in the “messy middle” of the journey. Melinda emphasizes the importance of love, listening, and understanding, offering valuable insights for parents in similar situations. Her story is a testament to the power of compassion and faith in overcoming challenges.To learn more about Melinda and her resources, visit MelindaPatrick.org. Topics Covered in this Episode:Melinda Patrick's journey as a mother dealing with her daughter's same-sex attraction revelation.Initial reactions of parents when faced with their child's LGBTQ identity.The impact of a "fix it" mentality on parent-child relationships.Feelings of shame, guilt, and isolation experienced by parents.The importance of love, listening, and understanding in difficult family situations.The role of faith and spiritual growth in navigating personal struggles.The significance of authentic faith and modeling forgiveness in relationships.Common pitfalls for parents, such as the urge to control or manipulate situations.The power of prayer and seeking God's guidance in parenting.Resources for parents, including Melinda's book and podcast focused on supporting LGBTQ children.More Resources:The Daring Rescue* bookThe Bridge Between Us podcast with Melinda PatrickHisWonderfulWorks.comRelated Podcasts:Can the Church Be a Safe Place for Healing and Transformation?How to Support Without EndorsingLoving Your LGBTQ-Identified Child with Grace and Truth*This is an affiliate link. Be Broken may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

It will never happen to our child, our family, or in our school.  Words from almost every parent across America. Until it does. January Littlejohn and her husband thought the same thing until one day, everything changed. Listen in to Melinda Patrick's conversation with January Littlejohn and learn how to be a voice for your child and family - in the church and at home.    Connect with January Littlejohn:   https://donoharmmedicine.org/share-your-concern/   Dr. Miriam Grossman notice to schools: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IECbkuP4QZ20ZOdfrF3DtILlMGqO2Leq/edit   Resources mentioned: Christian Resources on Gender Ideology Books and articles: The Church Transgender Response Guide – https://childparentrights.org/church-transgender- response-guide/ For the Body by Timothy Tennent When Harry Became Sally – by Ryan Anderson Lost in Trans Nation – by Dr. Miriam Grossman Perfected with Love– by Walk Heyer – https://www.theamericanconservative.com/dreher/mary-hasson-parents-pastors-transgender- gender-ideology-person-and-identity/ Organizations: The Person and Identity Project- https://personandidentity.com/ Focus on the Family – https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/transgender-resources/ Identity Project – https://identityproject.tv/ Family Research Council – https://www.frc.org/sexuality Eden's Redemption – https://edensredemption.org/ Sex Change Regret- https://sexchangeregret.com/ Help 4 Families by Living Stone Ministries – https://livingstonesministries.org/help4families/ Documentaries: Dysphoria – https://www.fearlessfeatures.org/dysphoria In His Image – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3YKpnrzmqc Tranzformed- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ebodf8rWpv4 Mary Hasson speech- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S96KBTBiYuA Videos – https://identityproject.tv/watch/how-can-i-respond-to-a-child-or-friend-with-gender- confusion Resources to inoculate young children: Articles: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/kids-navigate-transgender-ideology/ https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/tips-talking-kids-transgender/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/talking-to-your-children-about-transgender- issues/ https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/8-things-parents-gender-transition/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/different-pronouns-explaining-lgbt-pronoun- usage-to-our-kids/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/reinforce-your-childs-sexual-identity/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/what-is-gender-identity/ Children's Books: God Made Boys and Girls- Helping Children Understand the Gift of Gender No More Secrets I'm Glad God Made Me a Girl Elephants Are Not Birds God Made Me in His Image: Helping Children Appreciate Their Bodies – by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb He is He – by Bethan Bomberger She Is She – by Bethany and Ryan Bomberger In the Image of God: A Story of Identity and Value Secure Daughters, Confident Sons: How Parents Guide Their Children into Authentic Masculinity and Femininity  

It will never happen to our child, our family, or in our school.  Words from almost every parent across America.   Until it does. January Littlejohn and her husband thought the same thing until one day, everything changed.  Listen in to Melinda Patrick's conversation with January Littlejohn and learn what questions you need to be asking, signs you need to be looking for in your school system, and what you can do to help your child.     Connect with January Littlejohn:   https://donoharmmedicine.org/share-your-concern/   Dr. Miriam Grossman notice to schools: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IECbkuP4QZ20ZOdfrF3DtILlMGqO2Leq/edit   Resources mentioned: Christian Resources on Gender Ideology Books and articles: The Church Transgender Response Guide - https://childparentrights.org/church-transgender- response-guide/ For the Body by Timothy Tennent  When Harry Became Sally - by Ryan Anderson Lost in Trans Nation – by Dr. Miriam Grossman  Perfected with Love- by Walk Heyer - https://www.theamericanconservative.com/dreher/mary-hasson-parents-pastors-transgender- gender-ideology-person-and-identity/ Organizations: The Person and Identity Project- https://personandidentity.com/ Focus on the Family – https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/transgender-resources/ Identity Project - https://identityproject.tv/ Family Research Council - https://www.frc.org/sexuality Eden's Redemption - https://edensredemption.org/ Sex Change Regret- https://sexchangeregret.com/ Help 4 Families by Living Stone Ministries - https://livingstonesministries.org/help4families/ Documentaries: Dysphoria - https://www.fearlessfeatures.org/dysphoria In His Image - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3YKpnrzmqc Tranzformed- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ebodf8rWpv4 Mary Hasson speech- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S96KBTBiYuA Videos – https://identityproject.tv/watch/how-can-i-respond-to-a-child-or-friend-with-gender- confusion Resources to inoculate young children: Articles: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/kids-navigate-transgender-ideology/ https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/tips-talking-kids-transgender/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/talking-to-your-children-about-transgender- issues/ https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/8-things-parents-gender-transition/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/different-pronouns-explaining-lgbt-pronoun- usage-to-our-kids/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/reinforce-your-childs-sexual-identity/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/what-is-gender-identity/ Children's Books: God Made Boys and Girls- Helping Children Understand the Gift of Gender No More Secrets  I'm Glad God Made Me a Girl  Elephants Are Not Birds  God Made Me in His Image: Helping Children Appreciate Their Bodies – by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb  He is He – by Bethan Bomberger  She Is She – by Bethany and Ryan Bomberger In the Image of God: A Story of Identity and Value Secure Daughters, Confident Sons: How Parents Guide Their Children into Authentic Masculinity and Femininity  

We have this room in our home that I affectionately call the gathering room. It rests above our garage and for many years it was a great connecting place with family and friends. In fact that is the original intent of the room. A gathering place for family and friends. A place where we could hang out, play games, watch a movie and relax. A place where we could enjoy laughter and long late-night talks with our children and one day grandchildren. And, that is how the room was for a many years. But overtime, the room became a place to stash and hide things away in a hurry when company came. Which eventually turned into a place where I would store items I didn't know what to do with  -  always with the mind set: One day I will take the time to get this sorted back out and cleaned up. But …the time didn't come and I have continued living my life while steadily stashing away items in the bonus room like a squirrel packs his nest for winter. Our hearts can be the same way.   In this episode, I share with you 3 things I learned on this decluttering journey that will also help us declutter our hearts and set us up for relational wins in 2025.  I also share two ways to maintain a clean room and a clean heart along with 3 questions you can ask yourself as you declutter: How well has this attitude, thought, or behavior worked for me? Does this bring me joy in life? Do I want my children to have to deal with this? If you are decluttering a room or your heart this year, let me know.  I would love to cheer you on and prayer for you.  Send me an email:  melinda@melindapatrick.org Also, please share this episode with someone else who may need to be encouraged. Let's start 2025 off with decluttered hearts!

Hey friend. Have you been estranged from your child and don't know what to do? Perhaps this Christmas is a little more than you can take. In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick and guest Gretchen Stockman talk about things parents can do to get through the painful season - especially when you have been estranged from your child.   Gretchen Stockman is a licensed marriage and family therapist but more important than that - she is a mother who is all too familiar with the pain of being estranged from her children.  Our prayer for you today is that you will be helped and equipped to 'light a candle and give the enemy a big kick!' Listeners will discover: *The healing that comes from dragging our pain into the light *The power of having a Kingdom mindset. *Ways to minister to a friend who has been estranged from their child *What to do this Christmas season to give the Enemy a big kick!   A few of favorite quotes from the episode: We can get hyperfocused on the loss and not be able to attend to all of the blessings, all of the other people that are in our life. - Gretchen Stockman I can hurt really bad and I can feel all the feelings but I can still have a wonderful life and a fulfilling and meaningful existence. - Gretchen Stockman We are fighting the good fight of faith...we are interceding for our children. They need us to be stable, solid, and committed. - Gretchen Stockman Our children may run from our presence but they can't run from our prayers. - Melinda Patrick Being fully present being able to love, is one of the best, most richest parts of life. - Gretchen Stockman     Connect with Gretchen Stockman: livrite@livrite.com  https://livrite.com/bewholecoaching/   Other mentions: Restored Hope Network Shoulder to Shoulder support group - contact Gretchen Stockman (livrite@livrite.com) Dr. Joshua Coleman's book - Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult Children Cut Ties and How To Heal the Conflict Karen Wheaton   Order Melinda Patrick's new book The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-identified Child's Heart here.   Stay up to date by signing up here to receive our newsletter. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families and I read each one.

Hey friend, do you want to make a difference in your child's life but aren't sure what will bring the most return on investment?   Perhaps you are feeling powerless and not sure what to do.  In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick and guest Catherine Segars  unpack 4 types of prayers you can be praying and how to start taking back ground from the enemy. Listeners will discover: the 4 types of prayers you can be praying and which one will cause you to put on your battle boots and go to war the difference between the logos word and the rhema word how God has blessed Catherine on this journey as a mom   Connect with Catherine Segars: https://catherinesegars.com/ Christian Parent/Crazy World Podcast   Did you miss our previous episodes on prayer? Taking Territory Back: How To Release the Power of God In Your Prayers For Your LGBTQ+ Loved One, Part Two with Lindsey Kiser - Eps 38 Co-laboring With Jesus Christ as Intercessors For the LGBTQ Community, Prodigals, and the Next Generation - Eps 23 The Loudest Roar: Living In The Unshakable Victory Of Christ with Judy Dunagan - Eps 9   Books mentioned: Intercessory Prayer: How God Can Use Your Prayers To Move Heaven and Earth by Dutch Sheets Authority In Prayer: Praying With Power and Purpose by Dutch Sheets Watchman Prayer: Protecting Your Family, Home, and Community From the Enemy's Schemes by Dutch Sheets Order The Daring Rescue here.   Stay up to date by signing up here to receive our newsletter.   To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families and I read each one.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick discusses how to converse without letting your emotions take over.  Download your Parent Guide To Difficult Conversations (*If you do not see the guide in your inbox, please check your spam.  If you still don't see it, please email: melinda@melindapatrick.org) Order The Daring Rescue: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/the-daring-rescue/ To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families and I read each one.

Hey friend, are you feeling anxious about the holidays? Do you find yourself wondering how to handle difficult moments in family functions?  I imagine you want to show up well for your family and friends at the Thanksgiving table or gatherings during Christmas.  You wouldn't be here if you didn't.  But, let's be honest. It can oftentimes be difficult when there is division and pain in our lives. We aren't powerless, though. We may not can control others but we can control ourselves.  In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, coach, author and podcast host, Alicia Michelle, joins Melinda Patrick.  Drawing from Alicia Michelle's personal and professional experience, they unpack 3 steps you can take that will set you up for success in relationships over the days ahead.  Listeners will discover: *the importance of acknowledging where you are emotionally *how to lean into God's clarity for situations *you have the power to choose where you want to emotionally dwell It's not too late to gain emotional confidence! Call to ACTION: Make a list for this season using Phillipians 4:8 as a template.     Connect with Alicia Michelle: Link to get Chapter 1 of the book for free: https://AliciaMichelle.com/free-chapter   Site Link: AliciaMichelle.com   Podcast: The Christian Mindset Coach Podcast (link is for Apple Podcasts)   IG: @aliciamichellecoach Order Alicia Michelle's new book: Emotional Confidence here.   Connect with Melinda Patrick: Email: melinda@melindapatrick.org Order Melinda Patrick's book The Daring Rescue here: Click HERE for more information or to register for the FREE holiday webinar with Ashley and Melinda.  To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families and I read each one.

Fathers not only impact their children, but they also impact the generations to come.  Today, Daniel Mingo, ministry leader of Abba's Delight, joins host Melinda Patrick.   Daniel shares a small portion of his testimony and then opens his heart to us as a father.   In this episode, you will discover: *one of the best ways to engage your child *what to do when parent guilt hits   To connect with Daniel Mingo: Abba's Delight Ministry   To connect with Melinda Patrick: melinda@melindapatrick.org   Purchase Melinda Patrick's newest book - The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart  

Hey friend, do you feel hopeless and overwhelmed? Are there days you think your loved one may be too far gone, and this is how life will always be? In this episode of The Bridge Between Us podcast, author and ministry leader Garry Ingraham joins our host, Melinda Patrick.  Your heart will be encouraged and your burden lightened as Garry shares how the Holy Spirit pursued him and won his affection.    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. Listeners will discover: *ways the enemy can get a foothold in our children's lives *the power and pursuit of the Holy Spirit in the lives of those we pray for *the importance of shepherding our children's hearts   Connect with Garry Ingraham: Love & Truth Network   Mentions: Listen here to Melinda's interview on Love & Truth Network Restored Hope Network   Bible verses: Proverbs 20:17 James 1:8 1 Corinthians 6:18   To share your thoughts or to send a question: Send Melinda an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Please leave an honest review on ITunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families, and I read each one.

In episode 67 of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick's returning guest, Dr. Linda Seiler, discusses what is happening in the culture and why we are seeing an uprise in transgender disorder. Listeners will discover: The 3 categories of transgender ROGD - Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria and its roots practical application and resources for families and the Church    Dr. Linda Seiler is the author of Trans-Formation: A Former Transgender Responds to LGBTQ, the executive director of ReStory Ministries, an ordained Assemblies of God minister, and a National Chi Alpha missionary.    Did you miss these prior episodes that were mentioned? Eps 66 - Part One with Dr. Linda Seiler   Books mentioned: Trans-Formation: A Former Transgender Responds To The LGBTQ by Dr. Linda Seiler. Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters by Abigail Shier Desist, Detrans & Detox: Getting Your Child Out of the Gender Cult by Maria Keffler   ReStory Ministries Quick Guide   Connect with Dr. Linda Seiler: Linda Seiler ReStory Ministries   Register for the ReStoried24 Conference   Speakers at ReStoried24 who have previously been a guest on The Bridge Between Us: Andrew Rodriguez - Eps 45 and Eps 33 Joe Dallas - Eps 17 Dr. Linda Seiler - Eps 66    Order Melinda Patrick's new book:  The Daring Rescue - Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart   Stay up to date by signing up here to receive our newsletter. To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families, and I read each one.

In 2011, Melinda Patrick's daughter came to her and confessed that she was experiencing same-sex attraction. Melinda, an avid follower of Jesus and an active member of her church community was completely caught off-guard, and, admittedly, didn't handle it well. On today's episode, Paige has a raw and honest conversation with Melinda about her ongoing journey with her daughter  - and how God in His goodness has worked to transform Melinda's heart - so she can love her daughter well and surrender her to Him. This is a truly powerful and timely conversation for any parent, family member, friend of a parent, or member of the church to learn from. Melinda's book, The Daring Rescue, is a hope-filled memoir pointing us back to the true pursuer and molder of our hearts. Paige's Takeaways:If your child shares something secret with you, don't panic!1st point of conversation should always be: Thank you for sharing that with me. I'm sure it was so hard to let me know what was going on with you.2nd point of conversation: I am so sorry that you have been struggling with this as long as you have and haven't felt comfortable coming to tell me. The topic of conversation can be secondary. Especially if it has deviated from your convictions.The Ministry of PresenceSometimes our kids just need us to be with them, to listen to them. We are designed for community. We need people around us. Be wary of shutting down and isolating - it can be so destructive!If you are not going through an issue like this with your child, but you have a friend or other family member who is:Your friend just needs you to see them and walk alongside them.Understand that grief may be playing a very large role in their life - show up in a loving, honoring way, even if you don't understand exactly what they are going through.Resources:Paige ClingenpeelQuestions About the Podcast? Email: paigeclingenpeel@gmail.comFacebook: @Paige ClingenpeelInstagram: @paigeclingenpeelYouTube: Embracing Your Season Sponsored by HomeWordSponsored by: HomeWordDonate to HomeWordConnect with Melinda PatrickMelinda Patrick: https://melindapatrick.org/The Bridge Between Us Podcast: https://melindapatrick.org/the-bridge-between-us/His Wonderful Works: https://hiswonderfulworks.com/Contact: melinda@melindapatrick.orgBooks:The Daring Rescue: https://melindapatrick.org/the-daring-rescue/Keywords/Hashtags:#embracingyourseason #podcast #podcastcommunity #paigeclingenpeel #homeword #pfcaudiovideo #thedaringrescue #melindapatrick #lgbtq #lgbtqchild #book #encouragement #repentence #community #counseling #motherdaughter #forgiveness #faith #truth #followingJesus 

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick's guest, Dr. Linda Seiler, shares a portion of her testimony. Melinda and Linda discuss the healing journey God took Linda on as He set her free from a transgender identity and the role the Body of Christ had in her freedom.  Listeners will discover: The power of confession and repentance when it comes to setting the LGBTQ free root issues that may result in SSA or Transgender desires how to walk with others in the healing process Dr. Linda Seiler is the author of Trans-Formation: A Former Transgender Responds to LGBTQ, the executive director of ReStory Ministries, an ordained Assemblies of God minister, and a National Chi Alpha missionary.    Did you miss these prior episodes that were mentioned? Eps 64 with Kathy Grace Duncan - Part One Eps 65 with Kathy Grace Duncan - Part Two   Books mentioned: Purchase Trans-Formation: A Former Transgender Responds To The LGBTQ by Dr. Linda Seiler. Order The Daring Rescue by Melinda Patrick.   Stay up to date by signing up here to receive our newsletter.   Connect with Dr. Linda Seiler: Linda Seiler ReStory Ministries    Bible verses mentioned: James 5:16   To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below or send me an email to: melinda@melindapatrick.org Leave an honest review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Your ratings and reviews help get this message of hope into the hands of hurting families, and I read each one.

Have you raised your children in the church and tried to model and encourage  a relationship with Christ, just to have them turn and go the opposite direction in life? On this week's episode, Alex has special guest Melinda Patrick  share the journey to writing her book, The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart. Melinda's vulnerable and humbling experience will encourage any listener on pursuing  your LGBTQ-identified child in a Biblical, loving manner, without compromising your beliefs   This is an insightful and hope-filled conversation you won't want to miss.Scriptures:Proverbs 22:6John 10:10GenesisMark 9:26John 10:35Alex McFarland WebsiteAsk Alex OnlineVoting with a Biblical WorldviewSpeaking EventsBook AlexDonateAlex McFarland MinistriesPO Box 10231 Greensboro, NC 274041-877-937-4631 (1-877-YES-GOD1)Guest Information:Melinda Patrick WebsiteBook: The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's HeartSend us a text

Points of Discussion: Melinda emphasizes the importance of prayer and surrender to God, highlighting that your LGBTQ identified child's same-sex attraction itself isn't a sin, but acting on it is, and her main prayer is for her daughter's holiness rather than heterosexuality. Melinda emphasizes that a parent's responsibility is to love, pray for, and support their child, but not to control or fix them, as transformation is God's role. The conversation covers practical steps for parents, such as setting boundaries with love, having open and honest conversations, and not compromising biblical truths, while still showing unconditional love and support to their children. Melinda shares her personal experiences and the transformation in her relationship with her daughter, advocating for the pursuit of Jesus and intimate prayer as key elements in walking this difficult journey. The show notes include resources, as well as Melinda's links where you can purchase her book, sign up for her newsletter, follow her podcast etc. If you sign up for her newsletter you can find out where she's speaking next and the various events that are available for parents dealing with similar situations.  Podcast Intro: My guest Melinda Patrick is multi-talented on many levels. She is a podcast host of two podcasts, one of which is The Bridge Between Us: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child Without Compromising Truth. Melinda is a writer, an international speaker and she recently added author to her writing credentials in early 2024 when she published, The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ Identified Child's Heart. What I believe makes Melinda successful at connecting with people and loving them well is her passion to love Christ first and foremost; to discover His heart and to willingly make her own heart transparent so that the Lord can write His love story with her, onto/into her own heart. I'm going to try and make this intro super short because I want to get right into all the information and insight that Melinda has to share but I am excited about everything she shared so hopefully I can contain myself. May you have ears to hear all that the Holy Spirit shares through her. Listen to this episode a couple of times because you don't want to miss anything. From practical advice, deep wisdom, a parent's insight, knowledge of how to navigate this sensitive topic with God, you simply do not want to miss anything. Here are just a few of the questions she addressed:  What is the parent's responsibility? Is it our job, the parent's job, to save our child? Is there any hope for relationship if our child doesn't want to be saved? What is the difference between desiring our child to change vs our child being transformed? How do we navigate hard conversations? Melinda says we need to define some words as the basis of hard conversations. I think we can all agree that in this particular time and culture, words have been hijacked and they no longer mean what they used to mean.  My biggest take away from our conversation was personal. I loved how her experience of allowing God to challenge her heart, her fears and her pride was in line with what I am discovering about the Lord myself. Taking our emotions, fears, lie based thinking and all the ways we feel/believe that God should/would/could answer our prayers and we pause. We bring Him our pain and our hard questions, expose what our heart believes, we get real about our motives with the One who thoroughly knows these things about us.  God's not afraid of our emotions. He gave us emotions and I personally believe they also serve as an alarm system of sorts. Emotions let us know when we need to engage the heart of God for His truth and healing. In 2 Corinthians 10:5, the word says, "We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”  In short, we bring God our pain and we allow Him to speak His truth/His Word into that pain and it redefines what we've built our false belief system on. I can't express to you the level of freedom, peace, truth, love that is available to you through this process of trusting God with our pain. Actually, here's a perfect example. Let's jump into my conversation with Melinda! What you see, in this case what you hear, is what you get in real life with her.  Listen in and be encouraged by her passion for the things of God because He's doing a deep revelatory work in this woman's heart and you get to glean the wisdom. Live Loved and Thrive! @alifeofthrive.com Related Podcast Topics: Melinda Patrick (May 16, 2021): Christian Mom Whose Daughter has Same Sex Attraction - https://alifeofthrive.com/2021/05/16/same-sex-attraction/ Sherrie Pilkington (Solo Podcast Episode): Micro Moments With God To Grow Relationship Intimacy - https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/08/14/micro-moments-with-god-to-grow-relationship-intimacy/ Rachel Fahrenbach, Practicing Rest, Practicing Sabbath - https://alifeofthrive.com/2021/10/27/sabbath/ Complicated Questions (Blog Post): https://alifeofthrive.com/2019/07/22/complicated-questions/ Connect with Melinda: Author of The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart Host of The Bridge Between Us Podcast and The Even While Podcast Opt-in for Living Life, Waiting Well Newsletter Opt-in for The Bridge Between Us Newsletter melindapatrick.org Bio: Having a child involved in the LGBTQ community for more than 11 years, Melinda Patrick knows what it is like to grieve the choices our loved ones have made and understands the helplessness we feel when things aren't as we had hoped. Through her healing journey and healing relationship with her daughter, she is passionate about emboldening and equipping parents to join God where He is at work in their lives and families.   Melinda Patrick provides parent support for His Wonderful Works, Inc., is the host of the award-winning podcast - The Bridge Between Us, author of The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart and serves on the board for Restored Hope Network. She is an international speaker who often speaks at family conferences, church ministry events, and parent groups to equip families and the church to love well while not compromising Truth.

In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, host Rodney Olsen engages in a profound conversation with Melinda Patrick, a woman whose life story is a testament to resilience and faith amidst trying circumstances. Melinda shares her journey from doubt and despair to hope and joy, emphasizing the transformative power of living in response to God rather than reacting to life's challenges. As the host of the Even While podcast and the author of The Daring Rescue, Melinda offers invaluable insights on navigating the complexities of waiting, especially for Christian parents with LGBTQ-identified children. Her mission is to inspire others to see beyond their current circumstances and discover the hidden treasures that God has for them.   Throughout their discussion, Melinda and Rodney explore various forms of waiting, from health issues to relational struggles, and the pain that often accompanies these periods of uncertainty. Melinda's personal experiences, including the poignant story of her first husband's end-of-life journey and her ongoing prayers for her wandering child, illustrate her deep understanding of waiting on God's timing. She shares practical advice on how to live abundantly even in the waiting, highlighting the importance of trusting God's perfect timing and maintaining a strong faith. This episode is a source of encouragement for anyone feeling stuck or in a season of waiting, offering hope and practical wisdom for moving forward with faith and purpose. WEBLINKS Melinda's Website Facebook Group Instagram

The conversation last week with Melinda Patrick was so powerful. When she mentioned that the first miracle she saw was staring at her in the mirror, it honestly took my breath away. "Momma, don't miss the miracle in the mirror"  HOW do we do that? When life is chaotic, when struggles come our way, how do we slow down and recognize the changes and miracles God is providing in us?  Today's episode we talk about just that:  Practice Daily Gratitude Cultivate Mindfulness Seek Perspective Celebrate Small Victories Engage in Acts of Service To Connect with Melinda:    Instagram~Website~Purchase Daring Rescue Here   Connect with Courtney: Website~Instagram~Facebook

Tune into this weeks episode of This is a Woman Podcast to hear from guest, Melinda Patrick! Melinda and Sophia dive into: How to remain steadfast in Biblical Truth while loving your lgbtq+ familyHow to recognize a waiting season is NOT a wasted seasonThe importance of getting on your knees in prayer Breaking down the results of Compromise, Passivity, and taking a Risk.Can you attend a LGBTQ wedding as a Christian?And so much more! Melinda has a daughter involved in the LGBTQ community for over 12 years, Melinda Patrick is passionate about emboldening and equipping parents to co-labor with God where He is at work in the life of their LGBTQ-identified loved one. As Director of Parent Support for His Wonderful Works since 2013, author of The Daring Rescue, host of the award-winning podcast The Bridge Between Us, and currently serving on the board of directors for Restore Hope Network, Melinda Patrick ministers to many families with children and loved ones who have embraced an LGBTQ identity.Follow Melinda on instagram @ melindahpatrick

Todays guest, Melinda Patrick shares the story of her daughter revealing her desires of same sex attraction and how she has embraced an LGBTQ identity which Melida shares is contradictory to her beliefs and values.  BUT GOD.... Melinda shares what she wishes she had done differently. What has happened in the years since her daughter shared this news. Where's their relationship now and what has God taught Melinda.  This is a story of love, devotion, unwavering faith and learning how to agree even if we disagree.  To Connect with Melinda:    Instagram~Website~Purchase Daring Rescue Here   Connect with Courtney: Website~Instagram~Facebook  

Do you have a family member or friend that is struggling or has decided to be all in as an LGBT- Identified individual? If you are a bible-based Christian, there is probably a tension between what you believe and your loved ones chosen lifestyle. Today, Tiffany Jo Baker talks with Melinda Patrick, a mom, ministry leader, and author, who shares her story and what she has learned about having a loved one in the LGBTQ community. Listen in for: ·      What the Bible says about the LGBT lifestyle ·      What true love looks like ·      The surprising realities of sharing truth ·      If boundaries are okay to put in place ·      How to foster mutual respect Favorite Quote: “Transformation is possible for everyone. We all need transformation.” – Melinda Patrick “We need to know what true love looks like. We can't offer something if we don't first know what it is and experienced it ourselves… If we aren't sure what love is, go back to 1 Corinthians 13.” – Melinda Patrick “We don't get to define what love is. God is love and God defined what love is.” – Melinda Patrick “I cannot compromise God's Word because eternity is too long. My daughter is worth me standing for truth, her eternal destination is worth it to me.” – Melinda Patrick Favorite Verses: “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” – 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8a Be sure to check out all the things Melinda Patrick has going on, including her new book The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart here. ( https://melindapatrick.org/ ) *If you're looking for perfectly polished people or podcast, this isn't for you. We're real people, with real good information, and a really great God. *Want timely words, resources and episodes delivered right to your inbox to help you fuel and fulfill your faith journey? Simply subscribe today at www.tiffanyjobaker.com/subscribe (don't worry, you won't get spam or excessive emails) Don't miss the next My Full Life + Faith Leaps Podcast episode as we continue to help you GET FREE, LIVE FULL & THANK GOD! You can watch My Full Life + Faith Leaps Podcast on YouTube and www.tiffanyjobaker.com/myfulllife-and-faithleaps or listen in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to never miss an episode, leave a quick review and share with a friend! Ratings and reviews are like high-fives and “go-girl's” on podcast players. Helping you refresh and refocus so you can do all the things you are called and created to do, my 31 Day Devotional “Soul-Care for Go-Getters” is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and my website shop here. (www.tiffanyjobaker.com/go-getters-devo) As a 3x Surrogate, Speaker, Soul-Care and Success Coach and Spirit-led Strategist, I uplift the soul and success of women like you who are walking out your WHY, so you can birth your God-given dreams at home, online, and in the real world. Find me, @TiffanyJoBaker, on Instagram , Facebook and www.tiffanyjobaker.com. I would love to connect with you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tiffany-jo-baker/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tiffany-jo-baker/support

Do you have a family member or friend that is struggling or has decided to be all in as an LGBT- Identified individual? If you are a bible-based Christian, there is probably a tension between what you believe and your loved ones chosen lifestyle. Today, Tiffany Jo Baker talks with Melinda Patrick, a mom, ministry leader, and author, who shares her story and what she has learned about having a loved one in the LGBTQ community. Listen in for: What we should not do How we should look at the LGBT community What they need from us The healing and process we should go through first Favorite Quote: “As The Church, we have a call to love the LGBT community well.” – Melinda Patrick Be sure to check out all the things Melinda Patrick has going on, including her new book The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ in His Pursuit of Your LGBTQ-Identified Child's Heart here. ( https://melindapatrick.org/ ) *If you're looking for perfectly polished people or podcast, this isn't for you. We're real people, with real good information, and a really great God. *Want timely words, resources and episodes delivered right to your inbox to help you fuel and fulfill your faith journey? Simply subscribe today at www.tiffanyjobaker.com/subscribe (don't worry, you won't get spam or excessive emails) Don't miss the next My Full Life + Faith Leaps Podcast episode as we continue to help you GET FREE, LIVE FULL & THANK GOD! You can watch My Full Life + Faith Leaps Podcast on YouTube and www.tiffanyjobaker.com/myfulllife-and-faithleaps or listen in on Apple Podcasts, GooglePodcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to never miss an episode, leave a quick review and share with a friend! Ratings and reviews are like high-fives and “go-girl's” on podcast players. Helping you refresh and refocus so you can do all the things you are called and created to do, my 31 Day Devotional “Soul-Care for Go-Getters” is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and my website shop here. (www.tiffanyjobaker.com/go-getters-devo) As a 3x Surrogate, Speaker, Soul-Care and Success Coach and Spirit-led Strategist, I uplift the soul and success of women like you who are walking out your WHY, so you can birth your God-given dreams at home, online, and in the real world. Find me, @TiffanyJoBaker, on Instagram , Facebook and www.tiffanyjobaker.com. I would love to connect with you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tiffany-jo-baker/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tiffany-jo-baker/support

A fractured family, broken dreams, and hard parenting days left Melinda Patrick reeling in doubt and despair. God revealed she had been living in reaction to the circumstances around her and not living in response to Him. Melinda champions and equips Christian parents of LGBTQ identified children to love well, not compromise the Word of God, and faith in prayer. She is the host of The Bridge Between Us Podcast and author of the upcoming book, The Daring Rescue. In this episode we talk about:Listening and lovingKnowing our role vs. God's roleThe power of waiting

We all have them  -- the unwanted and ill-timed thoughts that want to control your day or interrupt your much-needed sleep.  You know, the ones where you are sound asleep and then rudely awakened by worry, fear, doubt, or grief.   In today's episode, author Billie Jauss joins host Melinda Patrick. Billie leads us through 5 simple steps to minimize distracting thoughts and achieve more peace.     Meet our guest, Billie Jauss: https://www.billiejauss.com/   Other related episodes: Eps. 9 with Judy Dunagan - The Loudest Roar: Living In the Unshakeable Victory of Christ Eps 22 with Dr. Sharon Elliott - Didn't See THAT Coming: When How They're Living Is Not How You Raised Them Eps 38 with Lindsey Kiser - Taking Territory Back: How To Release The Power Of God In Your Prayers   Episodes with Andrew Rodriguez: Eps 45  Eps 33   Upcoming Conferences: Transformational Ministries Alliance EPIC Conference 2024 - May 30-June 1,  Restored Hope Network HOPE 2024 Conference- June 21-22   For Book Launch Information:  Email:  melinda@melindapatrick.org

In this episode, host Shayna Rattler has an enlightening conversation with guest Melinda Patrick, an expert in ministering to families with LGBTQ identified children. Together, they delve into the challenges faced by parents and loved ones, the impact of the church's response to LGBTQ issues, and the importance of balancing grace and truth in conversations. Melinda shares valuable insights, practical tips, and powerful personal experiences to equip listeners in addressing these sensitive topics with empathy and understanding. Tune in to gain fresh perspectives and practical wisdom as we navigate the complexities of loving and supporting LGBTQ individuals from a Christian reference point. We cover: --When to know when NOT to speak the truth --The #1 ingredient needed to reach your child --The top Bible scriptures to reference for the relevant Biblical perspective on the topic of LGBTG --Much more...   Links and resources: Learn more about Melinda and her resources HERE. Follow her on Instagram HERE Women Leaders: Take our Kingdom Trailblazer Quiz HERE and discover your unique role in God's plan Follow us on Instagram:@agodshift Follow us on Facebook: @agodshiftmovement  

In this episode, host Shayna Rattler has an enlightening conversation with guest Melinda Patrick, an expert in ministering to families with LGBTQ identified children. Together, they delve into the challenges faced by parents and loved ones, the impact of the church's response to LGBTQ issues, and the importance of balancing grace and truth in conversations. Melinda shares valuable insights, practical tips, and powerful personal experiences to equip listeners in addressing these sensitive topics with empathy and understanding. Tune in to gain fresh perspectives and practical wisdom as we navigate the complexities of loving and supporting LGBTQ individuals from a Christian reference point. We cover: --When to know when NOT to speak the truth --The #1 ingredient needed to reach your child --The top Bible scriptures to reference for the relevant Biblical perspective on the topic of LGBTG --Much more...   Links and resources: Learn more about Melinda and her resources HERE. Follow her on Instagram HERE Women Leaders: Take our Kingdom Trailblazer Quiz HERE and discover your unique role in God's plan Follow us on Instagram:@agodshift Follow us on Facebook: @agodshiftmovement  

  Biblically parenting a child who struggles in their sexuality requires resting on a bedrock foundation of truth while always operating in a spirit of love, humility, and surrender to Christ. We must never deny God's truth, but a child struggling in this area must first be completely secure in their parents' unconditional love. Focusing on the relationship is paramount. That relationship is secured by practicing unconditional love, the same love that God gives to us.   What can parents do to build a strong relationship with a child struggling in their sexuality? Incorporate this guidance:   *Commend your child's courage for sharing their struggle with you. *Express your unconditional love for your child. Say, “There is nothing you can think, say, or do that will change my love for you. I love you unconditionally, and so does God.” *Pray fervently. Use the Word of God to pray over your child daily. (Find Scriptures to pray over you child HERE.) *Listen. Listen. And when you're done listening to your child.… listen some more. *Humbly hold fast to Biblical truth on sexuality. *Speak truth when prompted by the Holy Spirit. Don't turn every conversation into a sermon. Instead, rely on the Holy Spirit's guidance in your communication. *Walk in HUMILITY. The LGBTQ community has adopted PRIDE as their virtue, so we must walk in the opposite spirit. *Model a surrendered life for your child. *Model repentance for your child. You won't parent your child perfectly, so when you mess up, tell them you are wrong and ask for forgiveness. *Forgive yourself for your parenting mistakes and allow God to redeem them.   Catherine's guest in this episode has been ministering to parents of children in the LGBTQ community for many years because she is one. Melinda Patrick is a mother of a same-sex attracted daughter who has embraced an LGBTQ identity and union. Melinda shares the successes and failures of this parenting journey, and her advice will bless, encourage, and convict us all.   Melinda Patrick's bio: Melinda is the Director of Parent Support for His Wonderful Works and is host of The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child While Not Compromising Truth and The Even While Podcast: Living Well in the Midst of Waiting. Melinda has parented a same-sex attracted child for twelve years and is passionate about helping moms and dads build strong relationships with their children while not compromising truth.   RESOURCES MENTIONED/REFERENCED: Melinda Patrick's Website Melinda Patrick's email address: melinda@melindapatrick.org Melinda Patrick's Instagram Page The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child Well While Not Compromising Truth Catherine Segars email address: catherine@catherinesegars.com Debbie Causey's Website  & Speaker bio Renovus website Greg & Lynn McDonald: Embracing the Journey The Unconditional Conference   SCRIPTURES REFERENCED: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Matthew 11:28-30 John 8:31 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A Christian can struggle with any number of attractions or temptations, including same sex desire and gender confusion. But should a Christian consider that struggle to be part of their identity? Should who we are attracted to or how we feel about our bodies be central to our being? Is our sexuality an immutable characteristic like our race or ethnicity? In other words, should we should claim our sexuality as part of our essence?   And if we do, what are the ramifications of this conclusion theologically and practically?   Christopher Yuan, author of Holy Sexuality and the Gospel, lived for many years as a gay man. He addresses the issue of our Christian identity very clearly saying:   “If I were to identify as a gay Christian, I would be trying to resuscitate my dead man. We should never put our identity in our sin nature or in our flesh. Sin is never meant to be sanctified. It is meant to be mortified.”   Who we are attracted to is part of our experience as human beings here on earth. So is how we feel about our bodies. So are our significant roles—husband, wife, father, mother, son, daughter, friend. So is what we do—teacher, doctor, business owner, plumber … fill in the blank. So is what we are afflicted with: depression, anxiety, disease, addiction, abuse. Those are all, sadly, a part of our fallen human experience.   But that is not who we are. As Christians, we must identify ourselves as sons and daughters of the most-high God. That is our identity. We must lay every other label down and brand ourselves with Christ. Then and only then can we walk in freedom.   Joining Catherine again to discuss the central topic of identity in the Christian life is Melinda Patrick, host of The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child While Not Compromising Truth. As a mother of a same-sex attracted daughter who has embraced an LGBTQ identity and union, Melinda considers identity to be a central component to every Believer's spiritual journey. To overcome any temptation or obstacle, we must have our identity firmly rooted in Christ.   OTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES:   EPISODE 76: An LGBTQ Mom Responds to Andy Stanley   RESOURCES MENTIONED/REFERENCED: Melinda Patrick's Website Melinda Patrick's email address: melinda@melindapatrick.org Melinda Patrick's Instagram Page The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child Well While Not Compromising Truth The Even While Podcast: Living Well in the Midst of Waiting His Wonderful Works: Hope Healing and Freedom The Freedom March Catherine Segars email address: catherine@catherinesegars.com   PODCASTS. ARTICLES, WEBSITES REFERENCED:   EPISODE 69: What Question Burns in the Heart of Your Gen Z Child? ARTICLE: “What Question Burns in the Heart of Your Gen Z Child?” by Catherine Segars “Sewing Heresy/Mainline Slide: The Push to Accept Homosexuality Gutted Traditional Protestantism. Evangelical churches Are Headed down the Same Road,” by Mary Jackson (World Magazine) “How to Confidently Minister to Friends Who Experience Same-Sex Attraction and Gender Confusion” Alisa Childers Podcast w/ Christopher Yuan “The Number of LGBTQ Identifying Adults is Soaring” (Axios/data from Gallup) Andy Stanley's Message: “I Love My Church” Greg & Lynn McDonald: Embracing the Journey The Unconditional Conference Debbie Causey's Website   SCRIPTURES:   Psalm 24:3 Jeremiah 29:11 1 Corinthians 13:6 Proverbs 11:2 John 6:68-69 Psalm 40:1-3 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Statistics show that one in five Gen Z children are identifying somewhere on the LGBTQ spectrum. One in five. Parents must realize that all of our children are dealing with this issue, because even if our kids aren't personally struggling in their sexuality, their friends are. This issue affects every parent and every child.    The church needs to have a loving and truthful approach for families facing this issue.   One of the largest and most influential churches in the United States, North Point Community Church, pastored by one of the most influential ministers in the world, Andy Stanley, just went on the record telling us about his church's approach. Stanley's message, along with the Unconditional Conference for parents of LGBTQ identifying children held at North Point, signify a substantial departure from where the evangelical church has stood on this issue.   Does Stanley have the right approach? Is it Biblical? Should we be concerned?   Catherine's guest in this episode has been ministering to parents of children in the LGBTQ community for many years because she is one. As a mother of a same-sex attracted daughter who has embraced an LGBTQ identity and union, Melinda Patrick is precisely the kind of parent that the Unconditional Conference was trying to reach. But she has deep concerns about this conference and Stanley's teaching.   Together, Catherine and Melinda break down the troubling aspects of this conference and the message that Andy Stanley presented to his church.   Melinda's Bio: Melinda Patrick is the Director of Parent Support for His Wonderful Works and is host of The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child While Not Compromising Truth and The Even While Podcast: Living Well in the Midst of Waiting. Melinda has parented a same-sex attracted child for twelve years and is passionate about helping moms and dads build strong relationships with their children while not compromising truth.   RESOURCES MENTIONED/REFERENCED:   Melinda Patrick's Website Melinda Patrick's email address: melinda@melindapatrick.org Melinda Patrick's Instagram Page The Bridge Between Us Podcast: Loving Your LGBTQ Identified Child Well While Not Compromising Truth The Even While Podcast: Living Well in the Midst of Waiting His Wonderful Works: Hope Healing and Freedom   Catherine Segars email address: catherine@catherinesegars.com   “The Number of LGBTQ Identifying Adults is Soaring” (Axios/data from Gallup) “The Train is Leaving the Station” by Albert Mohler Jr. Andy Stanley's Response: “I Love My Church” Greg & Lynn McDonald: Embracing the Journey The Unconditional Conference Debbie Causey's Website The Freedom March   SCRIPTURES REFERENCED:   John 3:16-21 Matthew 10:34-36 John 18:37 John 14:15 John 15:14 John 15:1 John 8:30-31 Matthew 18:7 Matthew 7:21-23 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Romans 6:23 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's not about having the right child. It's about being the right parent. If this is true, what are some practical things we can begin to apply to our life to be the best parent?   In today's episode, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician, speaker, and author, is talking about the importance of rest and the seven types of rest.  Listen in, and you will discover: *how your rest benefits your child *the 7 types of rest *how to implement rest into your life   To connect with Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith: FB IG Website: Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Books: Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity Set Free to Live Free: Breaking Through the 7 Lies Women Tell Themselves   Connect with Melinda Patrick:  melinda@melindapatrick.org

The best way to pray and intercede is to hear the Father's heart regarding your loved one and the situation. But how can we do that if we aren't sure if He speaks and we don't know how to listen to His voice?   In today's episode, Julie Holmquist, podcast host of Kairos Moments, is joining me.   Listen in to discover 3 keys to positioning yourself to hear God's voice:  *Expect the unexpected. *Practice His presence. * Be willing to be set apart.    Other episodes that encourage listening to the Father's voice:  Eps 26 - Derek Paul on Transformation, Personal Responsibility in Healing   Eps 23 - Wilna van Beek in Colaboring with Jesus Christ As Intercessors For The LGBTQ Community Eps 14 - Wilna van Beek When Pride Met Humility   Connect with our guest, Julie Holmquist: Julie Holmquist The Kairos Moment Julie's IG   Scriptures mentioned:  John 6:63, 68 Ephesians 5:1-2 1 Samuel 3 Isaiah 55   Upcoming conferences: Restored Hope Network online Hope Conference - June 9-10 Transformational Ministries Alliance in-person Epic Transformation Conference - June 22-24   Connect with Melinda Patrick: melinda@melindapatrick.org

You did all the right things. Perhaps, you raised your children in church and set a good example. Now your grown children are making choices of their own, and they aren't aligning with how you raised them.   Today's Bridge guest, Dr. Sharon Elliott, completely understands.  She joins us today as a mom who has had children making choices that didn't line up with their upbringing. In this episode, Sharon shares: *how to walk through disappointment *the difference between confrontation and care-frontation *why parents need to continue taking their child to Jesus through prayer   You may connect with Dr. Sharon N. Elliott here: www.authorizeme.net Sharon Elliott Facebook Sharon Elliott private FaceBook group for her books Sharon Elliott Instagram   Amazon link for the book: Didn't See That Coming: When How They're Living's Not How You Raised Them     Other mentions:   Mark 9:14-29   To connect with Melinda Patrick, email:  melinda@melindapatrick.org

Thanks for listening to Simply for Women. This show is for that mom who knows the chaos of life, that daughter who knows the challenges of the day, and for those women who want to deepen their faith. God invites us to take Him off our to-do list and to simply be - to simply be with him. www.Jennifer-Jackson.org Learn more about the host, Jennifer Jackson Invite Jennifer to speak at your event Healing Prayer: Shower of Power (free download) Simply for Women online store (books, merch)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think about a time in your life when you were in a period of waiting. Maybe you find yourself in this transition period right now… There are times when it can be difficult to see the good and beautiful aspects of a situation when we are awaiting big announcements, awaiting the outcome, awaiting what God has in mind for us.Melinda Patrick, knows all too well about the struggles found in the waiting periods of life. Her mission is to encourage women to find the joy God has for us, even during times of waiting.   In this episode, we talk about how to find peace during read more...

Have you ever felt like running into a closest because of fear or anxiety over a situation? Today's guest sure has, and she told me as the enemy led her to her closet, the Lord met her in the closest. Amen. Melinda Patrick is a speaker, writer, and host of The Even While Podcast. Through the heartache of a fractured family, broken dreams, and hard parenting days, God birthed a passion in her to come alongside and encourage other women in their own waiting season. She finds joy in equipping and emboldening others to step out in faith and discover the hidden treasures God has for them even while they wait. If you would like to reach out to Melinda or find out more: https://melindapatrick.org/ If you would like to learn more about Hooks2Crook Ministries: https://hooks2crook.com

Rebecca McLaughlin and Amber discuss the value of intellectual curiosity for the Christian, engaging secular literature to enrich one's belief in Jesus, sexual ethics in our post Christian world, and more. Questions Discussed During Intellects Are Christians Too: (3:50) You've said, "My parents gave me such a strong sense growing up that Christians should be the most intellectually curious people in town. I was not in any way raised with the anti intellectualism that can be characteristic of American evangelicalism..." Will you expound on that a little bit and why you have found that to be crucial to your faith when people do object to it? (11:20) Something I appreciate about your work as an Apologist is the humility with which you engage difficult questions of the faith. It is a tone that is often missing in the world of Christian apologetics. What's it like to engage in the world of apologetics with more of a humble heart toward the difficult topics? (17:51) How do you encourage Christians to engage thoughtfully on the topic, of purity, same sex attraction, etc. in our current culture? (29:52) What did you hope the reader would take away from one of your more recent books, Jesus Through the Eyes of Women? (33:30) Why do you believe engaging in secular stories, as well as the Bible, enriches your belief in Jesus vs. leading you astray? (37:59) Let's close with, outside of God's Word, what are some books/authors/fellow Christians who have helped shape you into the follower of Jesus you are today? SHOW NOTES cont. Resources Mentioned: Book: Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: The Secular Creed: Engaging 5 Contemporary Claims by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: Is Christmas Unbelievable by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: Jesus Through The Eyes of Women: How the First Female Disciples Help Us Know and Love the Lord by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: Confronting Jesus: 9 Encounters with the Hero of the Gospels by Rebecca McLaughlin Book: The Pop Culture Parent: Helping Kids Engage Their World for Christ This episode is dedicated to: Melinda Patrick, host and creator of The Bridge Between Us podcast Janell Wood, host and creator of Finding Something Real podcast Come be a part of the Grace Enough Gang Follow Grace Enough: Instagram | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Ronald J McCray joins Melinda Patrick.   Ronald J. McCray formerly identified as gay for six years. On October 18th, 2009, he had a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ and began to walk out his journey of freedom from homosexuality. In this episode you will discover: *the importance of listening to backstories *ways you can pray for your loved one *the power of sharing testimonies Connect with Ronald J McCray Click here to subscribe to The Bridge Between Us Newsletter Changed Movement Amazing Love Event Episode with Ashley Little

Welcome to One Tip Thursday! Romans 8:1 - There is, therefore now, no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. The enemy loves to get us bogged down in parent guilt.  Today's tip is learning to discern between true guilt and false guilt.  Warrior, the battle is fierce, and the enemy will take every shot he can get at you. God is greater than your biggest mistake and pursuing your loved one in ways you can't even begin to imagine. Share this podcast with a friend or share it on Instagram, please tag me, Melinda Patrick so I can say thank you.

Are you weary in hope?  Is the flame of your faith down to an ember?   Listen in today as The Bridge Between Us host, Melinda Patrick, and Founder of His Wonderful Works, Dee Barnes, talk about: *why testimonies are so important *the power of the Truth *the differing views on Christian doctrine, identity, and homosexuality You will be encouraged and discover how to better love and pray for your LGBTQ-identified loved one.  Links to ministries mentioned in Eps 2: His Wonderful Works, Inc. Restored Hope Network Joe Dallas Changed Movement Portland Fellowship and the 4 Lanes download Laura Perry Subscribe here for The Bridge Between Us Newsletter.

This week, Carol Feil is sharing some of her yellow boot wisdom on The Even While Podcast.  This waiting season seems awfully long for many of us but what if there is something we can be doing to prepare us for the other side of wait?  Listen into the conversation with Melinda Patrick and Carol Feil.  In this episode you will gain: *wisdom on how to strengthen your roots *understanding as to how your roots help others Guest:  Carol Feil - https://carolfeil.com/ Carol's Social Media Mission Possible Challenge:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd66WLAsUOl/ Mentions: Kathi Lipp - https://www.kathilipp.com/ Michele Cushatt - https://michelecushatt.com/ Tonya Kubo - https://www.tonyakubo.com/ Shane & Shane - https://www.shaneandshane.com/ Scripture References: Psalm 18 Eph. 6:10-18 2 Cor. 1:4 1 Cor. 13 Gal. 5:22-24 Other TEWP episodes: EPS 122 with Kathi Lipp https://melindapatrick.org/2020/10/20/eps-122-how-to-live-in-the-power-of-today-for-a-more-peaceful-tomorrow-with-kathi-lipp/  

What do you do when God gives you a promise but then things don't look like you expected or He isn't coming through in the amount of time you anticipated?  In this episode, Melinda Patrick shares of the time God used a peach tree to open her eyes to understand what He may be doing in this time.   Listen in to learn: *why God may be holding off on answering your prayer *what you can do while you are waiting For more encouragement and help, listen to these past episodes:  103- Tracking God with Lori Margo 104 - 3 Benefits To Tracking God 148 & 149 for the beginning of this 3 part series For the Tracing the Father's Heart download:   https://mailchi.mp/1cbb5d16f1f7/flourishinlife   Resource:  A Sacred Sorrow by Michael Card

Today, Melinda Patrick is going to help us recognize when our prayers are actually holding us back from living. Do you ever find yourself praying the same prayers over and over?  Has God given you a promise from His Word but you continually go back to the same prayers, asking God to answer as though He hasn't spoken?  Listen to today's podcast and discover how God revealed to Melinda that her prayers had become an act of disobedience and the steps she took to stop praying and start living.  In this episode you will learn how to: recognize when your prayers have shifted steps you can take to get your prayer life back on track stop praying and start living Scripture reference:  John 4:46-53 Connect with Melinda Patrick:  www.melindapatrick.org   If you know someone else who could use encouragement in their walk with the Lord, please share this episode with them. 

Do you struggle with anxiety, wrestle with fear, or feel alone in your waiting? Today, Caris Snider is joining Melinda Patrick on The Even While Podcast.  Caris is no stranger to anxiety and fear consuming her life.  Listen in to discover how Caris took steps to expose the root of the lies she was believing, used the ways of Jesus to battle overwhelm, and found strength in community. In this episode, you will discover: *lies the enemy wants us to believe that cause anxiety, fear, and overwhelm *steps Jesus took when He was overwhelmed *how to find your community Scripture reference:  Mark 14:32-42 Connect with Caris Snider:  www.carissnider.com   Books written by Caris Snider: Anxiety Elephants: A 31 Day Devotional to Help Stomp Out Your Anxiety Anxiety Elephants for Tween Boys & Girls   Connect with Melinda Patrick: www.melindapatrick.org

Living in the wait.  Hey, is that even possible?   Pull up a chair and grab a cup of coffee as you join in Melinda Patrick and Melissa Vande Kieft's conversation on how to take steps to live in the wait.   In this episode you will learn: *steps to take to live in the wait *God's thoughts verse our thoughts on waiting season *how to take a divine interruption and turn it into a divine invitation   If you have a friend the Lord brings to mind as you are listening to this podcast, please share the podcast with her (or him).  The Lord brought them to your mind for a reason.    To connect with Melissa: https://livinginthewait.com/ Social media:  Living in the Wait      

In 2007, Melinda Patrick found herself going through a divorce that she didn't want. Thinking she had done #allthethings a good, Christian wife was “supposed” to do, she realized that this was an example of mankind's free will being exercised. The day after her family (they had a 13 yr-old and 16-yr-old) moved into the home she and her husband had designed and built themselves, he walked out. Reeling, she remembers thinking “I don't understand.” Melinda's story is both heartbreaking and mesmerizing; alternately filled with pain and promise. Throughout the process of her divorce, one piece of Scripture was especially life-giving: "The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4 Listen in and share this episode! Grab the FREE download Melinda mentions here:      

I'm excited to share Melinda Patrick's story with you! After 20 years of marriage her husband left her and her two teenage children. She did all she could to restore her marriage, but eventually God simply asked her to surrender.  3 long years of divorce court brought sweet intimacy with Jesus, and taught Melinda just how deeply she could trust God. Her story has a twist at the end, which I'm not going to give away, but join us to hear how God blessed the end of this story. We are glad you are here. Join us!Resourses:Melinda's Email List where you can find resources for spending time with God.

Do you have a promise or prayer request you are holding on to? Are you working towards a dream or desire that still seems so far off? Are you in the messy middle of something? We all have those things that we so desperately want, but the gap between where we are and where we want to be can be so great. Today we are tackling how to wait well despite the ups and downs of the The Waiting Well Struggle. Join my friend Melinda Patrick as we dive into what to do while in the wait! Listen in to learn: Big life lessons learned through a game of Chinese Checkers What the gifts are in the waiting How the waiting season can be an adventure When things aren't answered in the time or way we wanted Why there are waiting seasons Favorite Verse: “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 Favorite Quotes: “Sometimes we find ourselves at the gap between what we believe is in our future that God has for us and the reality of where we sit today.” – Tiffany Jo Baker “You're lost in the waiting because you are living in reaction to the choices, circumstances, and people around you, instead of in response to Me.” – God to Melinda Patrick “The more we journey with Him we realize how He uses that messy middle for us and others.” – Tiffany Jo Baker “The waiting is not wasted, but it also just isn't about us.” – Melinda Patrick Find out more about all the things that Melinda Patrick and The Even While Podcast are up to here. *If you're looking for perfectly polished people or podcast, this isn't for you. We're real people, with real good information, and a really great God. Please disregard the occasional note-reading, flubber-upping and brain-farting.* Don't miss the next All the Things TV episode so we can help you grip God's grace, use your gifts and get your goals in the midst of your mess and mission. You can watch the All the Things TV on YouTube and www.TiffanyJoBaker.com or listen in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player. Subscribe to never miss an episode, leave a quick review and share with a friend! Ratings and reviews are like high-fives and “go-girl's” on podcast players. Helping you refresh and refocus so you can do all the things you are called and created to do, my 31 Day Devotional “Soul-Care for Go-Getters” is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and my website shop here. As a 3x Surrogate, Speaker, and Strategizer, I uplift the soul and success of women like you who are walking out their WHY at home, online, and in the world at @TiffanyJoBakeron Instagram and Facebook and www.TiffanyJoBaker.com. I would love to connect with you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tiffany-jo-baker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tiffany-jo-baker/support

Melinda Patrick - Christian Mom Whose Child has Same Sex Attraction My guest, Melinda Patrick, is a Christian whose daughter came to her in 2011 saying she has same-sex attraction. Melinda, a devoted Christian for many years, was teaching women's Bible studies on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings, was highly involved in the women's ministry team on a rather large church, and she ran a ministry in her own home. I was interested in this conversation for several reasons, two of which the church struggles with being in the world and not of the world.  And Christians, including myself, have a hard time speaking truth in love. How do we truly love like Christ and yet not compromise the truth in the process? And why are we making it so hard? I wanted to hear from the heart of a mother, a Christian mother, who can't simply throw scripture around to make herself feel better or who has some distance on the particular topic of same-sex attraction, a mom who loves her daughter dearly and would lay down her life for her without hesitation, but whose heart also knows that to love as Christ is to choose the purest form of the highest love.  Live Loved and Thrive! @ alifothrive.com Stay connected with Melinda Patrick on her website: melindapatrick.org Transcript: https://www.happyscribe.com/transcriptions/f7574bb1aae948cb8db4a8737677a882/edit_v2   Bio: Melinda Patrick has been the Director of Parent Support for His Wonderful works (https://hiswonderfulworks.com/) since 2013. Having a child herself who has been involved in Same-Sex Attraction (SSA) for more than 9 years, Melinda is all too familiar with the grief and loss of hope this can bring to a family. By way of her own healing and the healing of her relationship with her daughter, she is now passionate about offering the same hope to other parents and family members. Through her speaking, podcasting, and writing, God is using Melinda to touch the hearts of parents with the healing power of His Word.  She has a great desire to lead other parents into a joyful relationship with the God who has been so faithful to honor His Word in her life.  Her passion is to inspire and equip others to bear fruit in every season of life, even the most painful.   On the south side of Atlanta, Georgia, is where you will find Melinda and her husband, Ron. Her kitchen is notorious for impromptu dance parties, and her porch is loved for long talks, slow swinging, and sweet tea. The outdoors is where she loves to spend most of her time reading, hiking, and enjoying lazy lake days.

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether you heard God speak or was it something else?  As you listen in to the discussion between Julie Holmquist and Melinda Patrick you will: *come to a great understanding of God's voice vs. the enemy's voice *learn a simple prayer that will decrease anxiety and bring clarity *discover 4 ways the Lord speaks to us through the Holy Spirit   2 great books on hearing the voice of God: 'Experiencing God' by Henry Blackaby 'Whispers' by Mark Batterson Another great podcast: Kairos Moments Podcast with Julie Holmquist

Did you know that just as our physical ears can be stopped up, so can our spiritual ears?  Join in on the conversation between Melinda Patrick and Julie Holmquist as they talk about ways to we can set ourselves up for success when it come to hearing the voice of the Lord. In this episode you will: *learn how wounds can play a part in our relationship with Jesus *discover how to unclog our spiritual ears *and be invited to join in a challenge! Share this podcast with a friend and because life is so much better with others, we would love for you to join our Living Life, Waiting Well FB group You can find Julie Holmquist over at the Kairos Moments Podcast on Itunes and https://stuffofheaven.com/