Tag Archives: Jeff Davidson

An uncommon man with an extraordinary call

Posted on January 25, 2019 by Dr. G

Jeff was a true champion of fathers of kids with special needs. His ability to speak into the lives of men struggling with the feelings of hopelessness common to dads in families impacted by disability is irreplaceable. His words of wisdom will be a blessing to men who missed out on knowing him in this life.
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Autism resources for ministry leaders and families

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Dr. G

Key Ministry has developed an array of resources for pastors, church staff members, volunteers and families interested in supporting kids with autism spectrum disorders. We encourage you to share these resources freely with church leaders or families that would find them helpful. Continue reading →

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How dads are impacted when kids have disabilities

Posted on June 19, 2016 by Dr. G

You may silently grieve the loss of aspirations you had for your child as well as your inability to share experiences with your child that you dreamed of doing together. Continue reading →

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Autism resources from Key Ministry

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Dr. G

Key Ministry has developed many resources for pastors, church staff members, volunteers and families interested in supporting kids with autism spectrum disorders. We encourage you to share this listing freely with any church or any family that would find the resources helpful. Continue reading →

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Seven things I learned from our first 1,000 blog posts…

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Dr. G

On the occasion of our thousandth post, I’ll share the seven most important takeaways I’ve gained since starting this journey with you in the summer of 2010. Continue reading →

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What about my career?

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Dr. G

What about my career? What about providing for my family? Shouldn’t that be my first and most important priority? Shouldn’t I have to make sacrifices about my time with my children so I can more effectively provide for their needs?
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Whose dreams were they anyway?

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Dr. G

Every child has a destiny. Every child has a pre-destined path God lays out for their lives. That means we must surrender our own thoughts and opinions on what that destiny is, so that their lives (and ours) can be about His glory.
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Am I to blame for this happening?

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Dr. G

Does God really have a plan and a purpose for your child’s life? Did God really allow this because he intended to use our circumstances for His glory?
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Special needs parents…Do you feel cheated?

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Dr. G

Don’t you feel cheated about the life you imagined for you and your son? Continue reading →

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The Milestone Elephant

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Dr. G

Some of the biggest struggles for so many special-needs parents are the emotions we experience when our children don’t reach typical milestones in the manner or time of other children. Continue reading →

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