In a world of Tiktok, Snapchat, and Instagram, you may feel that your voice as a parent is very dim in your child’s life. Especially when it comes to talking to them about sex. Yet, as Christian parents, we are called to proclaim the gospel and fight boldly against Christ-opposing lies, which includes having loving, clear, and regular sex talks with them.

Today, Yohan Huh Prudente encourages parents to point their children beyond themselves to Christ, to receive the grace of the gospel where they fall short themselves, and to model Christ-like living to their children as they engage in these conversations.

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Modern psychology tells us—and, indeed, our entire culture seeks to convince us—that it’s harmful to resist or deny sexual desires and urges.

Yet, God has clearly defined purposes and boundaries for sex, sexual desires, and sexuality.

So what should we do if our sexual desires fall outside of those boundaries?

In today’s episode, Harvest USA founder John Freeman shows us that resisting our desires through honest confession, repentance, and submitting our hearts to God is the path to true satisfaction in Christ.

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When a 14-year-old daughter adopts a non-binary identity or a 22-year-old son comes out as gay and invites you to his wedding, most parents will say they never envisioned walking with an LGBTQ+-identified child in their family.

Though more Christian families than ever are struggling through scenarios like these, many don’t have the resources to deal with it.

In today’s episode, John Freeman shares six supports to help parents walking with LGBTQ+-identified kids.

Have a family member struggling with sexual sin? We offer an 8 week, online support group for parents and families. https://harvestusa.org/get-help-for-yourself/parents-families/

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Does hope feel impossible when your child has made ungodly choices?

The swirling thoughts and emotions we experience when our children rebel against the Lord can lead us to doubt that hope is possible, even when scripture is full of hope for believing parents.

In today’s episode, Joan McConnell walks us through a series of questions aimed at helping parents examine their hearts and building hope in God through sorrow.

Have a family member struggling with sexual sin? We offer an 8 week, online support group for parents and families. https://harvestusa.org/get-help-for-yourself/parents-families/

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Is your church ready to respond to LGBTQ+?

Any member of a local congregation can choose to participate to some extent in the LGBTQ+ mindset and culture. When this comes to light, the leadership of many churches realize that they are (or have been) unprepared to address either the issues, the strugglers, or their families.

In today’s episode, Joan McConnell offers the puzzle pieces for building a church's biblical response to these issues.

Check out more Harvest USA resources related to the church and LGBTQ+ below.

Resources on Same-Sex Attraction: https://harvestusa.org/how-we-help/same-sex-attraction/

Resources on Transgenderism: https://harvestusa.org/how-we-help/transgenderism/

Resources for parents with a struggling child: https://harvestusa.org/how-we-help/a-struggling-child/

Resources on biblical sexuality: https://harvestusa.org/how-we-help/biblical-sexuality/

Have a family member struggling with sexual sin? It is our desire to come alongside you with biblical truth, fellowship, and prayer for what can be a difficult and long journey. Check out our parents and family support groups: https://harvestusa.org/get-help-for-yourself/parents-families/

Why do I do the things I do even when I want to stop?

This question is asked often in our ministry at Harvest USA, and for women struggling with sexual sin, this question can be deeply painful. But there is gospel hope!

In today’s episode, Caitlin McCaffrey (Director of Women’s Ministry) helps us address our behavior without falling into despair. She then examines behavior from a biblical perspective that provides real hope for change. Finally, she shows us how our union with Christ is the true foundation of our identity.

This episode features Session Two of our brand new video course “Transforming Love: Women, Sexual Struggles, and Help in Christ”. If you were encouraged by today's lesson and want to continue on this discipleship journey, you can sign up for the entire course for free at the link below!

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Nocturnal emissions, or wet dreams, are not something we frequently talk about, but they’re common experiences that leave people feeling ashamed and confused. Did they sin in their sleep and need to repent? Should they confess to a friend or mentor? How should Christians think about all of this?

Mark Sanders examines this issue from a biblical perspective in today’s episode. Along the way, he explores how our hearts and bodies interact, and offers practical ways to pray if we’re struggling with frequent nocturnal emissions.

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Where do you find hope when your child may be considered an unlikely convert?

In today’s episode, Joy Worrell walks us through the Bible, sharing stories that illustrate the truth that our God is mighty to save unlikely converts.

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Truth and error cannot coexist. Parents who hold firmly to Christ’s truth, even when their children embrace an LGBTQ+ identity, will experience the consequences of that commitment.

Christ told us in Matthew and Luke that we shouldn’t be surprised when truth and error collide and even the closest family ties are affected. He says fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law will be divided against each other because of the truth.

In today’s episode, Joy Worrell offers hope and encouragement for parents facing the difficult reality that truth divides.

Browse our resources for parents.

Do you have a struggling child? Consider getting help from our Parents & Family Ministry.

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What do women experience as a result of sexual sin? How does Jesus respond to broken women? How can we respond to Jesus?

Today’s episode features the first session from our brand new video course “Transforming Love: Women, Sexual Struggles, and Help in Christ”. Taught by Ellen Mary Dykas and Caitlin McCaffrey, this self-paced course offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope in Jesus Christ for your struggle with sexual sin.

We hope you're helped by today’s lesson. To get access to the full course, register for free at the link below.

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