The Prodigal Swine

The Prodigal Swine – “We all have a prodigal inside us, an embarrassing drive to satisfy ourselves, even at the expense of those who love us most. And so we leave others behind. We leave God behind. And we put ourselves first. That path leads to the trough, the lowest of lows, where we beg for what others consider garbage.”

A Prayer for an Adult Child Who Is Wandering

A Prayer for an Adult Child Who Is Wandering – I have walked this road and prayer is powerful, even when you can’t see it at work.

Show us the Father: Grace for Prodigals

Show us the Father: Grace for Prodigals – How happy is the Father to see us?

To the Parent of a Prodigal

To the Parent of a Prodigal – “While being a parent of a prodigal carries with it a weight that only such a parent can know, there are some key principles in this biblical story that can be a help and encouragement to any parent.”

Why You Should Preach the “Family Gospel”

Why You Should Preach the “Family Gospel” – “Despite the shame I was accumulating for myself as I ran from God, they made sure I knew I could not outrun God’s love—and I could not outrun theirs.”

A Parent’s Prayer for an Unbelieving Child

A Parent’s Prayer for an Unbelieving Child – “This prayer is from the volume dedicated to prayers for young adults and asks the Lord to save an unbelieving child.”

 

Come Home, Weary Wanderer

Come Home, Weary Wanderer – “The world and its desires distract even the most faithful and committed followers. If you find yourself in a similar season, here are some thoughts to help you course correct.”

4 (Good) Ways Your Hard Kid Is Changing You

4 (Good) Ways Your Hard Kid Is Changing You – “God uses all kinds of things in our lives to change us, including hard kids. Here are four ways he might be using yours to do just that.”

The One Thing I Tell Moms of Wayward Children

The One Thing I Tell Moms of Wayward Children – Here’s a helpful word for parents of prodigals.

How to Love a Prodigal Son or Daughter

How to Love a Prodigal Son or Daughter – “Trust that God is sovereign over your child’s journey.”

How to Love a Prodigal Son or Daughter

How to Love a Prodigal Son or Daughter – “Some know all too well the challenges of loving a child who leaves not just the home, but the faith as well.”

Holding on to Hope: 12 Truths for Parents Whose Kids Wander Away From Faith

Holding on to Hope: 12 Truths for Parents Whose Kids Wander Away From Faith – “So what can we do as parents when our teen and young adult kids struggle with their faith?”

What to Do When Your Loved Ones Reject God

What to Do When Your Loved Ones Reject God – “We must take immense encouragement as we trust the Lord with our lost ones. Their stories are still unfolding in ways we cannot see.”