“‘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
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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
If Prodigals Say They Don’t Believe
When we pray for prodigals who are deceived to the point of saying they no longer believe in the existence of God, their coming revelation of God can happen suddenly, or they can rediscover Him gradually. When we ask God to help our prodigals no longer believe a lie about Him and believe nothing but … Continue reading If Prodigals Say They Don’t Believe
The God of Capability
by Darlene Vice Perfectionist. That describes me perfectly (pun intended). Those who know me well will tell you that everything I do is over the top. Whether I’m teaching a Wednesday night Bible class or decorating for a wedding (it’s a hobby!), every detail is precise. I like to say I’m operating out of a … Continue reading The God of Capability
Tired
So many who pray for prodigals are tired—so tired, some to the point of weariness. The fight has been laborious. The wait has been long. The situation is painful. There is a tired from working hard all day and getting so much accomplished. That’s a good tired. There’s a tired from working hard on a … Continue reading Tired
Prayer for Prodigals 