I was thinking about going to the beach for a few days to sit by the water. I want some peace, and sitting by the water usually helps bring me peace. But I never felt the okay from God to go. Then, this morning, the words of the song "Build My Life" by Housefires started … Continue reading Need Peace?

"When [Jesus] had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, 'Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.' But Simon answered and said to Him, 'Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.' And when they had done this, they … Continue reading Tired of Toiling?

Spending time with your prodigal can be a dilemma. You love your child, the person you know, the person you remember, the person you know he or she will be. You want to see that person, the one who has your whole heart. You want to spend time with your prodigal, but seeing the effects … Continue reading Holiday Difficulties

A woman was telling the story of hugging her prodigal son and the Lord speaking to her that this was what He wanted her to do: to love him. Loving them is our part. Sometimes that love takes on a different face: a hug, a place to sleep, food, clothing, listening, tough love where you … Continue reading My Part/God’s Part

Prodigals are isolated and lack hope. The Bible tells us that "the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour" (1 Peter 5:8). Just like a lion, he preys on the weak and those who fall behind. His tactics include isolating our children from us physically and emotionally. He seems to … Continue reading Isolation and Hope