EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 27 MIN
36. Trusting God With Loved Ones Who Don’t Know Jesus
from Healthy & Redeemed - Helping Christians Grow in Mental and Spiritual Health · host Healey Ikerd, LPC, LMFT
Send us your thoughts through Fan MailPraying for someone you love to know Jesus can be one of the heaviest burdens a believer carries. You may feel helpless, afraid, tired, or quietly discouraged — even while still hoping.In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we talk about how to trust God with the salvation of those closest to our hearts — children, spouses, parents, friends, and loved ones who have not yet turned to Christ.You’ll be reminded that God loves them even more than you do, that He is actively working in ways you cannot see, and that you do not have to carry a burden that only God can hold.We’ll look at Scripture, address common emotional struggles, and share gentle, practical ways to continue praying with peace instead of pressure.This episode is for every heart that is weary — but still believing.Resources:Follow the incredible story of Laura Perry and her mother - Francine Perry. They share their testimony of how God worked in both of their lives in different ways.Articles: Mismatched MarriageSpiritually Mixed MarriageBooks for Parents of Prodigals:The Power of Praying for Your Adult Child by Stormie OmartianPrayers for Prodigals by James BanksProdigals and Those Who Love Them by Ruth Bell GrahamEngaging Today's Prodigal by Carol BarnierSupport the showGet Healey's Books: Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and ForgivenessThe Companion Activity Book for The Red BallThe Worried Little Goat_______________________________For free Mental Health Resources: Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access! Click here to support the show*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health. It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship. *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire website, author, organization, etc. Their views may not represent my own.Healthy & Redeemed is a Christian mental health podcast blending Scripture, psychology, and coping skills.
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Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail Praying for someone you love to know Jesus can be one of the heaviest burdens a believer carries. You may feel helpless, afraid, tired, or quietly discouraged — even while still hoping. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we talk about how to trust God with the salvation of those closest to our hearts — children, spouses, parents, friends, and loved ones who have not yet turned to Christ. You’ll be reminded that God loves them even more than you do,...
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