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From the frontlines, families apply timeless faith in Parent Compass—the Telly Award-winning Christian television series.Across episodes, with differing issues and a variety of backgrounds, in Parent Compass mothers and fathers talk about their own upbringings and pasts, marriage and life management, child rearing–and faith . . . all with undaunted candor.Families featured in Parent Compass range from the Pitts, whose four daughters include Alena, the child star of the hit movie, WAR ROOM . . . to Mark and Shanell Rusk, raising a blended family of 11 in a Habitat for Humanity home they helped build. Audiences will meet the Kos, teaching fine art and raising kids out of one suburban home, and single mom Cindy, who initially three times scheduled an abortion for her now seven-year-old daughter.

  1. Aug 28

    Protected from Pain, Part 1

    From Bulimia Bondage to Marriage: Cass Kevin's Story"That's my man. I'm going to marry him." One glance across a crowded nightclub — and Cass knew. But behind that instant spark was a woman battling bulimia, body dysmorphia, and years of chasing approval in all the wrong places. Behind Kevin was a guy who almost didn't go out that night at all.In this episode called “Protected from Pain” Part 1 of 3 of Parent Compass, Cass and Kevin open up about the messy, honest road that led them to each other: an eating disorder that started young, a softball scholarship lost to one bad decision, a faith that felt more like condemnation than love — and the slow, real transformation that happened when grace finally broke through.They share how an unplanned pregnancy became one of their greatest gifts, how they learned to raise two - different from each other - but equally amazing boys, and how God's love replaced years of shame with genuine freedom.If you've ever felt "not good enough" — for love, for motherhood, for grace itself — this story is for you. Subscribe for more real stories of families transformed by faith.Subscribe for more at https://parentcompass.tv/subscribe.Download the Parent Compass App.To have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on https://parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at https://parentcompass.tv/know-christ. Parent Compass is an award-winning, donor-funded series bringing God's love to families worldwide. Support the mission: https://parentcompass.tv/donate To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1493/29?v=20251111

  2. Jul 31

    Jesus Journey, Part 1

    Born During Apartheid, She Heard God's Voice as a ChildBorn in Rhodesia during apartheid and raised in a Hindu home, Trupti grew up facing racial segregation, and a violent home life. At age 4, she was forgotten at home when her father had a near-fatal suicide attempt. It was then she first clearly heard God’s loving presence call out to her. When 12 years old, she heard a voice tell her she would leave her country and be sent "into the world." Her journey took her from Zimbabwe to London to America, through a painful marriage, and ultimately to a life-changing encounter with Jesus.“Then she called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, ‘You are a God who sees me.’” Genesis 16:13In this Parent Compass episode as well, Trupti's children share what it's been like growing up with a mother who survived so much — and how her faith and resilience shaped their family.In her book, Esther’s Soul: God’s Love for Such a Time as This, available on Amazon, Trupti Desai poetically shares her journey from the dusty floors of an abandoned storefront in Zimbabwe to the stage at the Miss India Pageant and beyond. Heart-warming verse paints an image of overcoming obscurity, rejection, pain, abuse, and other entrapments. And the seeker within, always searching for the one thing, the one Person who can fill the emptiness sings these modern-day Psalms now that she has found a relationship with Jesus.A Poem by Trupti: releasing her from bondage to freedom in Christ“If the Son (Jesus Christ) sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 NIVTRAPPEDMy life like a bird trapped in a dark cageNo idea of how to be freeHard to breathe. Cannot move. StuckSurviving in the only world I knowGod whispers in my ear fly little bird the door is open. You can be freeI look out for a moment. My heart leaps as it envisions a future that could beBut I am scared to leave as the cage comforts meIt is the only world I know. I resist. God persists.Years of whispers. Tempted by the open door.I escape the cage for moments, only to be attacked once more.Back to the cage the place that comforts meStuck not free, but the only world I know.Gods voice calls louder and says little bird be freeHow God how? Please stay with me.It is all an illusion. You are deceived.My mind transforms and now I seeI trapped myselfFly bird fly be free.I leave the cage. My life expands. I can breathe and I am free.God whispers in my ear be the eagle you were meant to bePossibilities are endless. A sense of power runs through me. I soar intothe sky and the world discovers the true me.I once was trapped and now I am freeTo have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at parentcompass.tv/know-christ.Subscribe for more true stories at parentcompass.tv/subscribe. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1493/29?v=20251111

  3. Jul 24

    From Heartache to Hope: Navigating Suicide Loss

    Hope is what author Wende Gaikema brings. For this critical topic, suicide loss, each one of us might know someone who could desperately need this information. Our guest, Wende Gaikema, is a fabulous leadership coach who empowers businesses and nonprofits to grow their people and organizations. She has also done the hard thing: writing a book about her heartbreaking experience in order to help others. Unexpectedly, she and her husband, Jeff, lost their wonderful son, Matt, to suicide in February, 2018. Her book, From Heartache to Hope: Navigating Choices in Your Suicide Loss Journey is an important resource that those in heartache need. As she states: You didn't have a choice that someone you loved died by suicide, but you have a choice in how you respond.Wende is the author of "From Heartache to Hope: Navigating Choices in Your Suicide Loss Journey," available now on Amazon in paperback and e-book. Get the book: "From Heartache to Hope" by Wende Gaikema on Amazon Connect with Wende: coachwende.comOther Resources:https://www.griefshare.org/https://whilewerewaiting.org/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:37 Welcome to Parent Compass01:09 The story02:59 The unexpected call03:46 Speaking at Matt's funeral09:00 The choices you make after loss16:00 Is suicide an unpardonable sin?20:00 Scriptures that brought comfort24:00 Forgiveness after loss27:00 How to support someone grieving suicide loss33:00 Coping with holidays and "heaven dates"38:00 Closing prayerFor a safe place to talk, have support, a listening ear, have prayer and biblical guidanceCall 1-855-255-7729 (or 1-855-255-PRAY) or 1-888-388-2683. Online Chat: If you prefer not to call, you can connect with a team member through the Peace With God Online ChatAnother safe place option as wellTo have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at parentcompass.tv/know-christIf you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help: US: Call or text 988 (Suicide Crisis Lifeline) International Association for Suicide Prevention: https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1493/29?v=20251111

  4. Jul 13

    9-Time Dove Award Winner Nicole Mullen Shares Her Story of Abuse, Faith & Freedom

    Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Nicole Mullen — best known for her worship anthem "Redeemer" — joins Parent Compass for a raw and powerful conversation about faith, forgiveness, and healing.Nicole opens up about surviving a physically, spiritually, and emotionally abusive marriage, how she found the courage to leave, and how God turned her darkest season into her greatest testimony. She also shares the story behind her hit song "I Know My Redeemer Lives" (inspired by the Book of Job), her acting debut as Elizabeth Freeman in the film "American Miracle," and the heart behind her new book, "It's Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing: Courageous Stories to Inspire Godly Decisions."In this episode you'll hear: Nicole's personal story of domestic abuse and how she escaped safely The biblical women (Abigail, Hannah, Jochebed) who inspired her healing The true story behind "I Know My Redeemer Lives" Wisdom on forgiveness — and letting God handle justice Her role as Elizabeth Freeman in "American Miracle" Understanding the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, and the fruit of the Spirit Practical guidance for anyone in an unsafe relationship Get Nicole's book, "It's Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing," on Amazon, Audible, or Barnes Noble. Learn more: nicolecmullen.comIf you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out to a trusted pastor, counselor, or Called to Peace: calledtopeace.org or 919-374-0778For emergencies, call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233For shows and more subscribe at parentcompass.tv/subscribe.Download the Parent Compass App.To have a conversation about Christ or to ask for prayer text or call 817-760-2643, or click the blue chat button in the right lower corner on parentcompass.tv.To be emailed information about Christ fill out the form at parentcompass.tv/know-christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1493/29?v=20251111

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From the frontlines, families apply timeless faith in Parent Compass—the Telly Award-winning Christian television series.Across episodes, with differing issues and a variety of backgrounds, in Parent Compass mothers and fathers talk about their own upbringings and pasts, marriage and life management, child rearing–and faith . . . all with undaunted candor.Families featured in Parent Compass range from the Pitts, whose four daughters include Alena, the child star of the hit movie, WAR ROOM . . . to Mark and Shanell Rusk, raising a blended family of 11 in a Habitat for Humanity home they helped build. Audiences will meet the Kos, teaching fine art and raising kids out of one suburban home, and single mom Cindy, who initially three times scheduled an abortion for her now seven-year-old daughter.