You absolutely did not do all the right things parenting your child. I know I didn't. No one does, and it is time to leave the past there—in the past. If your child is now a prodigal, it can be difficult to do that, and those memories can be a playground for the enemy and … Continue reading Casting Our Nets Forward
Mirrors Tell All
We all know what mirrors do: they reflect whatever is in front of them, good or bad, happy or sad, bound or free, beautiful or not so beautiful. While in prayer for a prodigal daughter who has canceled her mom, I felt a distinct impression that her mom serves as a mirror to her, and … Continue reading Mirrors Tell All
Don’t Stop Dreaming
“‘Why have you stopped dreaming My dreams? Who told you I would not come through?’ –God.” This quote stayed on my refrigerator for a long time. I don’t know who said it or wrote it, but it is profound and applicable to this journey of loving and praying for a prodigal. God has shown us … Continue reading Don’t Stop Dreaming
Walls That Work, and Walls That Don’t
The Bible is full of promises regarding God’s protection of His people, but Hosea 2:6-7 reveals a way the Lord protects sinners: “Therefore, behold, I will … wall her in, So that she cannot find her paths. She will chase her lovers, But not overtake them; Yes, she will seek them, but not find them. … Continue reading Walls That Work, and Walls That Don’t
Sorry, No-Good Sinners
Over the course of my life, I’ve heard people call sinners, alcoholics particularly, “sorry,” “no good,” and “good for nothing.” But it isn’t true. God counted them worthy. Jesus died for them. He counted them worthy. It all started when they made the decision to try alcohol for the first time, giving “place to the … Continue reading Sorry, No-Good Sinners
Prayer for Prodigals 