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Bill Putman

Bill Putman

Bill Putman has been serving in various capacities of Christian ministry for five and a half decades. He has pastored several churches and has been involved in church planting, consulting, and more. He currently leads the Barnabas Team Ministry to encourage pastors and church leaders. Bill has authored three books: Daddy, I’m PregnantLife Sure is Confusing, and Hope for the Prodigal (co-authored with his son, Jim). Bill and his wife, Bobbi, have five grown children, 14 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Focus on Parenting Podcast

Caring for Your Family While Parenting a Prodigal

If you’re pouring all your energy into parenting a prodigal child, it can be difficult to be present with your other children. John and Danny offer advice for maintaining relationships during difficult parenting seasons.

Focus on the Family Broadcast

Offering God’s Hope to Families With Prodigals (Part 2 of 2)

Representing three generations of prodigals, Pastor Bill Putman and his son, Pastor Jim Putman, candidly discuss the difficult challenges they and their families have experienced, and offer practical advice and encouragement to families with prodigals. (Part 1 of 2)

Focus on the Family Broadcast

Offering God’s Hope to Families With Prodigals (Part 1 of 2)

Representing three generations of prodigals, Pastor Bill Putman and his son, Pastor Jim Putman, candidly discuss the difficult challenges they and their families have experienced, and offer practical advice and encouragement to families with prodigals. (Part 1 of 2)