Season 2 - Episode 2: Biblically Understanding Transgenderism - Denise Shick

Episode #2 Show Notes

Hosts: Jinda Reinig and Dr. Warren Lamb

Special Guest: Denise Shick

 

Summary

In this episode of The Soul Care Podcast, Denise Shick shares her personal journey and the founding of Help4Families Ministry, which supports families impacted by transgenderism. Denise discusses the profound effects of her father's transition on her childhood and the spiritual warfare surrounding gender identity issues. She highlights the importance of community support, faith-based counseling, and the misconceptions surrounding gender identity. Denise also emphasizes the need for churches to educate themselves on these matters and offers advice for faith leaders. The conversation concludes with Denise's insights on writing children's books to address gender issues from a biblical perspective and her future endeavors.

Takeaways

Key takeaways from the discussion include:

• Denise's journey began with her father's desire to transition.
• The impact of a parent's transition can be profound on children.
• Help4Families Ministry was founded out of the needs of families seeking God’s help with transgender issues.
• There has been a significant increase in young girls transitioning in recent years.
• Spiritual warfare plays a crucial role in gender identity conflicts.
• Community support is essential for healing and recovery.
• Misconceptions about gender identity can lead to harmful decisions for the struggler.
• Faith leaders need to approach these issues with compassion and understanding.
• Denise emphasizes the importance of trusting God in difficult times.
• Writing children's books helps address gender issues with children from a biblical perspective.

Bibliography: Adults

Moving Forward in Community: A Bible Study Companion for Moving Forward in Hope: A Devotional for Families of LGBTQ+ Loved Ones

(Independently Published, August 2023)

It is Well with My Soul: Finding God's Peace in the Transgender Storm (Workbook)

(Denise Shick, January 2022)

Moving Forward in Hope: A Devotional for Families of LGBTQ Loved Ones

(Denise Shick, September 2021)

Your True Identity: How Freedom in Christ Brings Healing, Hope, and Wholeness (Denise Shick, April 2021)

Transgender Confusion: A Biblical Based Q& A For Families

(Independently Published, March 2016)

Dangerous Affirmations: “Should I Have Been Daddy’s Little Girl?”

 (Kindle)

(Independently Published, February 2016)

My Daddy's Secret

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