Dad Tired How Unhealed Pain Shows Up in Parenting: Step 003
Nov 17, 2025
Dive into a heartfelt exploration of how unhealed pain can seep into our parenting and relationships. Discover why simply wanting to be a great dad isn't enough without addressing past wounds. Jerrad shares personal stories and a 4-step process to confront your pain, inviting God into those hidden places. Learn about the cycle of pain, soothing, shame, and how it can lead to dysfunctional adult behaviors. Ultimately, healing begins with recognizing and sharing your wounds, fostering stronger family connections.
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Regret Over Early Parenting
- Jerrad regrets that his older two kids experienced a less-healed version of him because he entered parenting with unaddressed wounds.
- He says his younger two kids now benefit from the healing work he later pursued.
Addressing Vs. Instant Healing
- Addressing wounds means recognizing their presence and how they shape daily life, not necessarily fully healing them immediately.
- Unhealed wounds carve lanes in your brain that require rewiring or a 'factory reset' by God over time.
Heaven Invading Hidden Places
- God wants to bring his kingdom into the hidden parts of your soul, not just secure your eternity.
- Inviting Jesus into messy closets of your life lets heaven start to invade earth in practical ways.