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Raising Autistic DisciplesAuthor: Raising Autistic Disciples
Hey there! Are you a parent, caregiver, or friend of someone on the autistic spectrum? Do you also desire to steward, raise, and encourage them to love and follow Jesus? If so, you're in the right place!We believe that the gospel is for everyone, including our neurodiverse children. We know that raising children on the spectrum comes with its unique challenges and that discipleship methods may need to look different. That's why we're here to equip and encourage you on your journey to raising autistic disciples who know, love, and follow Jesus.We would love to connect with you and hear your story. If you have any questions or just want to say hi, please do not hesitate to email us at raisingautisticdisciples@gmail.com. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Mental Health, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Communication through a Gospel Lens - Webinar
Episode 28
Thursday, 4 June, 2026
You can find the webinar on YouTube here. How do we communicate the gospel in a way that serves the listener?In this webinar episode, Larah explores a biblical theology of communication and introduces the LEARN framework, a practical approach for discipling autistic individuals and others impacted by disability. Drawing from the ministry methods of Jesus, Larah explains why communication is not primarily about the speaker, but about helping the listener understand and engage with truth.Throughout the episode, you'll learn how to listen before speaking, enter another person's world, assume competence, respond with curiosity and patience, and nurture relationships over time. Larah also shares practical examples for parents, church leaders, and volunteers, including case studies involving a nonverbal child, a teen with social challenges, and an adult seeking belonging within the church.Whether you're discipling your own child, serving in disability ministry, or simply seeking to communicate more effectively, this episode offers a gospel-centered framework that can transform the way you connect with others.In This Episode Why communication is a ministry to the listener Examples of how Jesus adapted His teaching methods The LEARN framework for disability discipleship Why flexibility is a ministry tool, not a compromise The importance of assuming competence Coaching volunteers to respond with curiosity instead of correction Building trust through long-term relationships Practical case studies for children, teens, and adults Using visuals, routines, and sensory supports in discipleship Strengthening the partnership between parents and churches Resources available to support gospel conversations at home and churchKey Takeaways Communication serves the listener, not the speaker. Effective discipleship begins with understanding before instruction. LEARN: Listen First, Enter Their World, Assume Less, Respond with Curiosity & Patience, Nurture Relationships. Behavior should not automatically be interpreted as lack of understanding. Small accommodations often create significant opportunities for gospel engagement. Trust is often the bridge that allows truth to be received. Parents and churches accomplish more when they work together. You don't have to do everything at once. Start small somewhere.Notable Quotes"You can't disciple someone you refuse to understand.""Flexibility is a ministry tool, not a compromise.""Assume competence until proven otherwise.""Seek understanding before solutions. Respond with curiosity and patience.""The truth travels best through trust.""Start small somewhere."Resources MentionedLetters to Lindsey: Seeing Your Child's Autism Diagnosis Through a Gospel Lens
