Workshop

.      ENCOURAGING WORDS FOR PARENTS WHO ARE HURTING    ”Don’t be afraid, I’ve redeemed you.    I’ve called your name. You’re mine.    When you’re in over your head, I’ll be there with you.    When you’re in rough waters, you will not go down.    When you’re between a rock and a hard place,    it won’t be a dead end—   Because I am God, your personal God.” Isaiah 43:2 (The Message Bible)         If you have ever had a prodigal child, or if you’ve been a prodigal (like I was) then you know the heartbreak it can bring to a family. A prodigal is defined as someone who has walked away from God, or is living apart from Him. Many parents I meet feel hopeless and live in constant pain. But let me assure you, this is not a hopeless situation. Parents, you can have confidence and peace through your journey, but only if you invite Jesus into the situation. Jesus Christ’s grace is sufficient in all things ( 2 Corinthians 12: 9). If you are brokenhearted, He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:11). If you are carrying a heavy burden over your situation, He wants to bear your burdens (Psalms 68:19). If you are suffering, keep in mind He will strengthen you. (I Peter 5:10)  He alone gives peace in the midst of pain (Phil. 4:7).  Most importantly, He wants to change you as you wait!      In this workshop, Judy shares encouraging, even humorous stories from other parents who have lived with a prodigal. They would testify that through their journey, God changed them. There is renewed hope and help for parents with prodigals, but only if you turn it all over to God! If you are a parent in need of fresh insight into your dilemma and need a few giggles as well, this workshop is for you. The hope in the story of the prodigal is that he did come to his senses. He knew he could go home again.