5 | 4 Ways to Build Connection with God While Raising a Child with ADHD, Autism, ODD, or PDA

When you’re raising a child with ADHD, Autism, ODD, or PDA, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. So often, we run to books, podcasts, or parenting strategies before we turn to God. But what if true peace and wisdom are found first in His presence?

In this episode of Parenting Beyond Meltdowns, we explore four simple but powerful ways to deepen your connection with God: Scripture, prayer, worship, and surrender. You’ll discover how these rhythms can help you tune out the noise, find clarity, and parent with more peace—even in the middle of meltdowns.

Whether you’re navigating daily struggles, longing to hear God’s voice more clearly, or simply needing encouragement for the hard days, this conversation will help you build a nourishing rhythm with the Father that fits your life and your child’s unique needs.

 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why turning to God first brings greater peace than parenting strategies alone.
• Four practical ways to connect with Him in daily life: the Word, prayer, worship, and surrender.
• How to model dependence on God so your child learns to do the same.
• Small shifts that help replace distractions (like social media) with rhythms that bring you closer to Him.
• Encouragement to create your own rhythm with God instead of copying someone else’s quiet time routine.

 

Scripture References:

• Jeremiah 29:13 — “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”
• Hebrews 4:12 — “For the word of God is living and active…”
• Hebrews 13:15 — “Let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God…”
• Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

 

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