Helping Kids Navigate Gender Confusion with Grace and Truth
From ReFOCUS with Jim Daly by Focus on the Family
May 4, 2026 · 1h 4m · Episode 83
About this episode
Jim Daly discusses with Denise Shick how to guide young people through gender confusion with compassion and biblical clarity.
Jim Daly speaks with author and ministry leader Denise Shick about how parents and church leaders can guide young people through today’s confusing conversations about gender and identity. Drawing from her deeply personal story—including the impact of her father’s gender transition during her childhood and her own season of gender confusion—Denise shares how cultural influences, social media, and shifting societal norms are shaping the next generation. With compassion and biblical clarity, she shares powerful redemption stories and offers practical encouragement for parents who want to talk honestly with their children about God’s design for male and female, while pointing young people toward the lasting hope, identity, and healing that can only be found in Jesus Christ. Get a copy of Denise Shick's book, Grace & Truth: Navigating Faith-Based LGBT Conversations With Youth, for a gift of any amount. This booklet describes scenarios where you and your family might encounter transgender issues – at school, in private spaces and in your family – and gives guidance for responding with wisdom and grace. The free PDF also helps…
People in this episode
Host: Jim Daly
Guest: Denise Shick
Topics covered
- gender confusion
- parenting
- faith
- identity
- LGBT conversations
- cultural influences
Keywords
- gender identity
- parenting advice
- Christian perspectives
- transgender issues
- cultural norms
- youth guidance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Focus on the Family
Books & works: Grace & Truth: Navigating Faith-Based LGBT Conversations With Youth, ReFOCUS!
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