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When we think of the word prodigal, our minds usually drift to the account of what is known as the prodigal son in Luke’s gospel. Interestingly, the word prodigal is not found in the account. So, we may legitimately ask, who is the real prodigal? In this message, I look at this question. 09.28.25.Who.Is.the.Real.Prodigal.Tim.McCool

 Go to sermon webpage: THE SEARCH FOR SALVATION

Kate's story is one of deep transformation through Christ. From childhood, she carried the wounds of rejection and exposure to things no child should face. After her parents' divorce, she sought approval in relationships and substances, not realizing she was really searching for the love of God.   When her marriage began to crumble, Kate discovered that her husband had become an idol in her life. In her brokenness, she surrendered fully to Jesus, and that is when everything changed. Today, Kate shares how God healed her heart, gave her a new identity in Him, and is teaching her to trust Him with her marriage.   Her testimony will encourage you to stop striving, release control, and trust the Lord with every part of your life. As you listen, you'll be reminded that God heals hurting homes by first transforming one heart at a time.   Monthly Scripture Journaling   The Spiritual Journey Toward a Healed Marriage   Follow on Instagram -@rejoicemarriageministries   Follow on Facebook - @rejoicemarriageministries   Every day, you can receive encouragement straight to your inbox through our Fight for Your Marriage Devotional and find free resources and prayers to pray over your marriage. To take advantage of these resources and others, visit https://rejoiceministries.org   We appreciate your feedback. If this episode touches you, please leave us a five-star rating and review, helping us reach new listeners with hope for their marriage. You can also subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify or iTunes.

The story of the prodigal son is more than a parable, it is a mirror for our lives and a blueprint for redemption. In this episode, we explore the scandal of rebellion, the shock of forgiveness, and the love that redefines identity, together with Robby D'Angelo. We discuss surrender, father wounds, and the hope of unconditional love that still transforms lives today. Listen now and discover how this story might reshape your own journey. Key Takeaways To Listen ForWhy the prodigal's shocking request would have stunned Jesus' audienceRepentance vs. regret, Why surrender is the key to restorationHow the father's public self-humbling became an act of radical loveThe “other brother” trap of resentment and works-based identityHow father wounds and cultural portrayals distort our view of God's loveAbout Robby D'AngeloRobby is a speaker, author, and coach passionate about helping people rediscover their true identity and purpose through faith, community, and transformation. Drawing from his own “prodigal” journey, he speaks candidly about repentance, surrender, and the healing power of unconditional love. Robby works with men, young leaders, and business owners to navigate life's challenges, form authentic communities, and build lives that bear lasting fruit.Connect with RobbyWebsite: robby d'angelo LinkedIn: Robby D'Angelo MBA  Connect With UsMaster your context with real results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate on His Social MediaLinkedIn: Nate Salah, Ph.DInstagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah

Ep. 277 — Standing in the Gap: A Parent's Prayer for their Prodigal Child with Dr. James Banks  Few things break a Christ-following parent's heart more than watching a daughter walk away from her faith. In a culture where drifting and deconstruction are becoming all too common, it can feel overwhelming to know how to respond. Yet Scripture offers both hope and a blueprint: we serve a God who runs toward prodigals with open arms (Luke 15:20), and prayer is the bridge that can bring wandering hearts home.  In this powerful episode, American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay welcomes Dr. James Banks—pastor, author, and devoted encourager of parents walking through prodigal seasons. With deep compassion and practical wisdom, Dr. Banks shares what it means to “stand in the gap” through prayer, how to show unconditional love without compromising truth, and why parents can persevere in hope even when change feels far away.  You'll also hear practical encouragement for spotting early signs of drift, how to guard against despair, and why community and mentorship are lifelines for weary parents. If you've been praying for your prodigal daughter—or longing for strength to keep praying—this conversation will refresh your spirit and remind you that God is always at work, even when we cannot see it.  Discover how persistent prayer doesn't just move prodigals closer to God—it transforms parents in the process.  Scripture Referenced in This Episode:  Luke 15:20  Romans 8:26–27  James 5:16  Psalm 126:5–6  Galatians 6:9  Learn more about Dr. James Banks and his ministry at jamesbanks.org.  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.  To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

Every parent has a story. For some, it's a story of steady faith passed down through generations. For others, it's a testimony of wandering, stumbling, and finding God's grace in unexpected places. No matter which story you carry, your testimony is one of the most powerful tools God has given you to disciple your daughter.  In this episode, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose unpack the beauty and challenge of parenting through your own testimony. Natalie vulnerably shares about her years of struggle and redemption, while Rachael reflects on the grace of a “tame” testimony. Together, they remind parents that every story is a story of God's faithfulness—and that sharing authentically with your daughter can point her to the goodness of Jesus in both the mundane and the miraculous.  You'll hear a Raising Godly Girls Minute from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus, Patti Garibay, on why no testimony is “boring” when it highlights the steadfast love of God across generations. Plus, Rachael and Natalie offer practical encouragement for breaking off shame, funneling your fears through Scripture, and modeling the same Gospel that continues to transform your own heart.  Scripture Referenced in This Episode:  Micah 7:20  1 Corinthians 1:9  Romans 8:1  2 Corinthians 5:17  Matthew 3:8, 11  If you've ever wondered how much of your story to share with your daughter, or feared that your past disqualifies you from leading her in faith, this conversation will anchor you in truth: God uses every testimony for His glory, and your girl needs to see His story alive in you.   Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com. To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

Join us for Prodigal Sunday as Pastor John walks us through Luke Chapter 15. Everything we've ever wanted is found in God's house.

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 Go to sermon webpage: THE SEARCH FOR SALVATION

The God of the Second Chance | Pastor Tom Feola | www.cffchurch.org

In this sermon, Pastor Thomas stands in for Pastor Gary to discuss the profound parable of the Prodigal Son, using insights from Henri Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son," and Rembrandt's painting of the same name. Pastor Thomas encourages the congregation to see themselves in the parable, which features a loving father and his two distinct sons, the younger being wayward and the older being self-righteous. The sermon challenges listeners to reevaluate how they might identify with the younger son's waywardness or the older son's self-righteousness, emphasizing that these are not defining identities, but rather conditions that we all may experience at times.

Celebration Church - Phoenix, AZ

Join us for today's Our Daily Bread devotional by Tanya Marlow, taken from Luke 15:11-24. Today's devotional is read by Rebecca. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team. God bless you.We hope that you have enjoyed today's reading from Our Daily Bread. You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following @ourdailybreadeurope on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: odb.org/subscribe

In this episode, we sit down with author and illusionist Drew Worsham to discuss his new book, The Magic of Curiosity: Unlocking Personal Growth, Deeper Connections, and Creativity in Every Area of Life.   Drew unpacks how curiosity can transform both our spiritual journey and our relationships. He challenges us to consider: How often do we miss out on divine moments because we're too busy or distracted? By leaning into curiosity and even wrestling with God, we move beyond surface-level faith and discover a deeper, more vibrant relationship with Him.   We explore how curiosity plays a powerful role in marriage and connection. Whether you're standing for marriage restoration, navigating separation, co-parenting, or seeking healing within your home today, this conversation will inspire you to build stronger communication and connection, so you are prepared for the next phase of your marriage. Drew reminds us that curiosity, about God and about one another, opens the door to growth, understanding, and restored relationships.   This is a conversation for anyone longing for hope, healing, and a deeper walk with God in every season of life and marriage.   Connect with Drew   The Magic of Curiosity Book    Follow on Instagram - @rejoicemarriageministries   Follow on Facebook - @rejoicemarriageministries   Every day, you can receive encouragement straight to your inbox through our Fight for Your Marriage Devotional and find free resources and prayers to pray over your marriage. To take advantage of these resources and others, visit https://rejoiceministries.org   We appreciate your feedback. If this episode touches you, please leave us a five-star rating and review, helping us reach new listeners with hope for their marriage. You can also subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify or iTunes.

SUMMARY: *The conversation centers around the challenges of parenting, particularly when dealing with prodigal children—those who stray from their upbringing and values. *The speakers discuss the emotional and spiritual battles parents face, emphasizing the importance of spiritual warfare and maintaining a relationship with God. *Personal experiences of feeling unprepared for the struggles of raising children, especially as they grow older and make their own choices. *Debra McNinch shares the battle plan God showed her and reminded parents that the outcome of their children's lives is ultimately in God's hands. *Forgiveness for moms who struggle with guilt was discussed and Debra shares a 3 point process to use. She reminded listeners the need to accept God's forgiveness and to stand firm in faith, even amidst difficulties. *The discussion highlights the significance of identity in Christ and the importance of loving children without compromising biblical truths. *The speakers conclude by promoting a sense of community among parents facing similar challenges and encouraging them to remember that they are not alone in their battles. PODCAST INTRO: My guest, Debra McNinch sits down to have an in-depth conversation about prodigal children and we talked about all the ways this affects a mother's heart. No matter the type of rebellion your child is walking in, addiction, LGBTQ, rebellion of family values, estrangement, cutting off parents has become a huge movement…really any way that we see our children living outside the way they were raised specifically the biblical values that the parent tried to instill. We talked about guilt and how mom's and dad's can find forgiveness vs beating ourselves up over the would'ves, could'ves & should'ves. I'll put (in the show notes) a quick list of the 3 ways to engage forgiveness but don't miss out on the message surrounding it because Debra gives much more info in the episode itself. We looked at shifting the burden that we carry in our heart for our child's salvation and their entry into heaven because ultimately it's not our responsibility, it's God's job and He is trustworthy to watch over His children. God has a purpose and a plan for your child just like He has one for you. I beginning to understand that the key is learning how to get behind God to support what God is doing. But I'll be honest, that is not for the weak hearted because you have to be willing to lay down the illusion we carry with regard to control, we have to address our pride and we have to be willing to cling to God when we see our children struggling through consequences. We acknowledged that this is spiritual warfare and that Satan is trying his best to not only destroy the family unit but to cut off and destroy generations that belong to our children. Debra shares a strategy for our battle stance to be able to affectively engage and strike down the enemy of our soul. We may not be responsible for our children's faith but as Debra says, Love goes to war; so we can certainly stand in the gap and effectively fight the Goliath that is coming after them. Debra's 5 point battle stance that she shares can also be seen in the show notes but again, she shares much more detail in the episode so don't miss that bit of gold. Some of our conversation is based on the belief that if we raise a child in the church and instill biblical values we believe we have a guarantee of their salvation and their pursuit of Christ and heaven's value system etc. but many of us know that it does not guarantee they will always adhere to those instilled values. If I had to boil this conversation down to 2 major takeaways, it would be hard but I think I'd side with Debra's personal battle cry…No one fights alone and also when she said something that I have come to understand more deeply after walking this valley of loosing my husband….”God's promise isn't that you're going to get the perfect outcome. His promise is that He'll never leave you and that He's going to walk with you the whole way.” Knowing you're not alone is a lifeline for the heart. Near the end of our conversation Debra had me super encouraged as she gave the battle cry for all parents to stand up. For us to fight the lies that culture dictates, and to dismantle the belief that we're powerless adding that engaging God's heart in the battle is where our power comes from. If you're a parent of a prodigal, Debra offers guidance and hope. You can receive more in-depth instruction in her book, Battle Cry - Waging the Spiritual Battle for Your Prodigal. And you can find encouragement in her support group, Battlecrymoms.com. Let's listen in to find hope and understanding on how to engage the power of Christ in order to give God the burden and how we are to stand in agreement with Him. Live Loved and Thrive! Sherrie Pilk 3 STEPS TO FIND FORGIVENESS: - Go to the alter ask God for forgiveness - Ask your child forgiveness - Put on the Armor (action) and Stand (in faith) that Christ is going to fight the battle for you. BATTLE STANCE TO STAND IN THE GAP FOR YOUR CHILD: - Pick a verse for your child and pray it over their life every day. - Worship - God inhabits our praise/worship. - Pray - Acknowledge God's full authority over your child. - Speak God's promises over your child. - Connect with a supportive Community. MORE PODCASTS AND/OR BLOGS ON SIMILAR TOPICS: Does God Care About People in Prison? Ex-Con, Steven Snook Says Yes!: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/02/15/does-god-care-about-people-in-prison-ex-con-steven-snook-says-yes/ From Bartender, To Nun, to Bartender, to Transformed - God Never Gives Up, with Gina Economopoulos: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/11/06/from-bartender-to-nun-to-bartender-to-transformed-god-never-gives-up/ CONNECT WITH DEBRA: Website: https://www.debramcninch.com/ Her Book: https://www.debramcninch.com/battlecrybook Support Group - there's a group for moms and there's a group for dads: https://www.debramcninch.com/battlecry BIO: Debra McNinch is a wife, mom, speaker, first-time author, and the founder of the BATTLECRY Prayer Movement—a growing community of parents who are praying their prodigal children back home to Jesus. She loves photography, working on her photo farm, and sharing life with  Steve, her husband of 33 years, two sweet puppies: Poppy the Berne Doodle and Dodger the Miniature Schnauzer. She is also the faithful feeder of Butters, the neighborhood stray cat. Debra's favorite things are Jesus, coffee, cupcakes, and glitter (in that order!). She collects vintage junk, anything sparkly, and more Sharpies than one person needs. She takes pride in learning a new skill each year and gets through life by leaning on God's Word—and a little humor. She especially loves when the two collide. Born and raised in Winfield, Kansas, home to Bluegrass and Burger Station, Debra has moved nine times to six different states. Each move brought her closer to God and connected her with lifelong friends. In Fall 2024, Debra released her first book with CrossRiver Media, sharing her family's story and how it led to a powerful prayer movement for prodigals. She writes and speaks to encourage parents to keep praying and keep believing—because prodigals are coming home.

Guest: Debra McninchMinistry: Battle Cry Moms (& Dads)Position: FounderBook: Battle Cry: Waging the Spiritual Battle for your Prodigal...Love Goes To WarWebsite: debramcninch.com

Celebrating grace isn't just for new believers—it's discipleship. In this vulnerable and powerful finale to "The Prodigal" series, Pastor Andrea shares her honest confession about relating to the older brother and reminds us that faithful service can sometimes lead to a cold heart toward those who need grace most. From Netflix binges to road rage confessions, this teaching will help you serve not from a place of earning favor—but from celebrating grace. Whether you've been in church for 5 days or 50 years—this message is packed with conviction, hope, and an urgent invitation to join the party. God's not just giving you grace for your salvation. He's giving you grace to celebrate His work in others too. Scripture Reference: Luke 15:1-2, 31-32 Big Idea: The father went after both sons—and He's actively pursuing a deeper relationship with you too. Key Quote: "There is no better evangelist than a brand new baby Christian. All they know is 'I once was addicted and now I'm not.'" ⸻ Topics in this Message: How faithful service can lead to spiritual coldness The danger of confusing what we do with what we deserve Why Jesus left the story unfinished (He's asking us the same question) The heart, promise, and purpose of the Father's invitation How to celebrate revival instead of standing outside criticizing Never forgetting where the Lord brought you from Choosing compassion over tradition and rules +++++++ Join us for church this Sunday. For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

1 Chronicles 5 returns to Reuben's descendants and restates the reason why his descendants' genealogy had been displaced to follow Simeon's descendants. Then the chapter follows with the descendants of Gad and their warlike campaigns against the Hagarites. Lastly the record speaks of the descendants of the half tribe of Gad who lived east of the Jordan, until the Assyrian captivity. Ezekiel 18 records a profound truth we are all souls - that is breathing creatures as the Hebrew word means. We all are because of sin rightly related to death - verses 4 and 20 (compare Romans 6 verses 23). The nation of Judah complains of being treated inconsistently at the hands of the Almighty; but oh, how wrong they were! God treats true repentance with absolute forgiveness; but those who turn their back on their Sovereign would be recompensed accordingly. The proverb - 'the fathers ate the sour grape and the children's teeth were set on edge' that was prevalent throughout the kingdom of Judah was a false proverb. Our God deals equitably with each person according to his, or her, own doings. The case study evident in this chapter of the three generations is clearly speaking of Ezekiel's contemporaries Manasseh, Hezekiah and Amon. Luke 15 records the three parables of the lost - sheep, coin and son. "All we like sheep have gone astray" (Isaiah 53) but hopefully we have been recovered by our chief Shepherd 1 Peter 5. However, how poor it was that the coin was lost in the house of believers. Was it lost because of an oversight, or, even worse, because of a lack of care due to the preoccupation of those self-interested occupants of the ecclesial house? God only knows! But like in the parable of the lost sheep there is great joy in heaven and on earth in the recovery of the coin. Finally, we are told the parable of the Prodigal (or wasteful) son. The wasteful son through hardship brought on by his own lack of understanding of the great benefits that come to all who are blessed to be in our Father's house, as well as the Prodigal son's own greed. In his hardship that son has time to reflect on the love of the father (Father) and to find opportunity to return to the household. The father was anxiously waiting for any news of his son's return and runs to meet his lost son and receives him with great feasting and rejoicing. The elder son symbolises the self-righteous Pharisees who could feel no joy when those who they contemptuously call sinners joyfully embrace the father's graciousness. Let us read aloud verses 31-32. Then pause, ponder and make sure we love our gracious Father and rejoice when His children return to the fold. Thanks for joining us - we pray you found these comments helpful in your appreciation of God's words, join again tomorrow

 Go to sermon webpage: TENETS: BAPTISM

Today's guest is author, speaker, and podcast host Laine Lawson Craft. This episode is a little longer because Laine's personal experience as the mother of three - yes three! - prodigal children and the strategies she's learned along the way are just too helpful and powerful to edit down to the length of most of my episodes. Our children mean so much to us but parenting them isn't for the faint of heart. The terrible twos were indeed terrible. And no one prepared us for the turbulent teen years. Today's interview is about parenting an adult child who is making destructive decisions or who is walking down a dark path or who has turned his/her back on their faith. Parenting a wayward or prodigal child impacts a parent in significantly different ways.Laine poured her experiences with her three prodigal children and the wisdom she gained into her book, The Parent's Battle Plan: Warfare Strategies to Win Back Your Prodigal Child and her devotional, Warfare Parenting: A Daily Battle Plan to Fight for Your Child. Both are available on Amazon.Laine and I discussed the journey with each of her three children, content from her book, and her desire to have Warfare Parenting Small Groups across the country to support parents of wayward and prodigal children.Notable quotes:* "Hope to me is waiting expectantly on God's turnaround."* "Today's struggle is tomorrow's testimony.”* "Like a relentless rescue team, God is tirelessly working to bring your lost one home. God is in the rescue business, and He's really good at it.”* "I'm going to love you so that you see something different in me that makes you yearn to be more like that.""They were just in a chapter of their story, and God gets all the glory. And now they are messengers of hope to their generation."Bible verses:* John 10:10* Matthew 20:1-16* Isaiah 54:17* 1 John 4:4* Exodus 14:14* John 8:32* Luke 19:10* Laine's fight verse is Ephesians 3:20.Learn more about Laine ather website: lainelawsoncraft.comher Facebook page: facebook.com/momlaine.lawsoncrafther Instagram page: instagram.com/lainelawsoncraftSend me a COMMENT or QUESTION!THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Have a comment about this episode? Click HERE and complete the form.

Join as Evangelist Will Geiseman challenges us from Luke 15

What do you do when you do everything you're asked, and it all falls apart? This is the powerful and often misunderstood story of Zion's Camp, and it teaches us timeless lessons about faith, finances, and preparing a people for Zion. Summary: In this episode, we dive into four pivotal sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. We begin with the organization of the Kirtland High Council in D&C 102, which provides a divine pattern for resolving "important difficulties" through "counsel in council" and seeking the Lord's mind. Next, we explore the call to organize Zion's Camp in D&C 103, where the Lord promises that "after much tribulation come the blessings". This journey of hardship and faith culminates in a surprising twist: the Lord disbands the camp, revealing a much deeper purpose. This leads us to the heart of the lesson in D&C 105. The Lord explains that the redemption of Zion had to be postponed because His people "have not learned to be obedient" and "are not united". He teaches that they must be "chastened until they learn obedience". This trial was a necessary preparation, designed to teach them "more perfectly" and to receive a promised "great endowment" of power. Finally, we discuss the Lord's counsel on welfare and finances in D&C 104. The Lord declares that it is His "purpose to provide for my saints," but it must be done "in mine own way". He reveals that "the earth is full, and there is enough and to spare," and that all who have abundance are merely stewards of His property. We also learn a powerful financial principle: to "pay all your debts" through "diligence and humility and the prayer of faith". This lesson reveals that becoming a Zion people is a process of sanctification—learning obedience and unity so we can lift up an ensign of peace and become worthy of the blessings promised. Call-to-Action: What is the biggest lesson you've learned from the story of Zion's Camp? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If you found this discussion insightful, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 2:11 Counsel in Council 14:31 I Told You So 22:38 Zion's Camp 40:16 Welfare in the Lord's Own Way 51:42 Debt 1:03:25 Are We Ready for Zion? 1:16:53 Redeeming the Prodigal at the Prodigal's Pace 1:34:57 One-Liners

Going through the motions isn't the same as walking in faith. In this convicting message from Luke 15, we meet the older brother—a character who stayed home, worked hard, and followed all the rules, yet found himself just as lost as his rebellious sibling. This powerful teaching exposes how religious performance without relationship can leave us physically present but emotionally absent from God's heart. Whether you've been faithfully serving but secretly resenting, or struggling with entitlement disguised as devotion, this message will challenge you to examine your motives and rediscover the joy of truly faithful living. Sometimes the most dangerous place to be isn't far from God—it's close to His house but far from His heart. Scripture Reference: Luke 15:25-32, Ephesians 2:8-9 Big Idea: Faithful-ish looks like loyalty but hides resentment—true faithfulness flows from love, not leverage. Key Quote: "Rebellion takes you far from the father's house, but religion can keep you close to the house but still far from the father." +++++++ Join us for church this Sunday. For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

 Go to sermon webpage: EQUIPPED FOR EVERY GOOD WORK

In this powerful episode, Charlyne and Lori sit down with Chuck and Lisa to share their incredible story of God's restoring power in their marriage. After years of pain, multiple affairs, and unsuccessful marriage counseling sessions, it seemed like their marriage was beyond repair. But God had another plan.   Chuck and Lisa share about the brokenness they faced, the choices that nearly destroyed their relationship, and the moment when hope began to break through. They share how God met them in the darkest season of their lives and began to rebuild trust, heal wounds, and restore love where there had been betrayal.   This conversation is a reminder that no marriage is too far gone for the Lord to redeem. Whether you're standing for your marriage, praying for a prodigal spouse, or healing in a restored marriage, Chuck and Lisa's testimony will encourage you to keep trusting God's perfect timing and unfailing love.    Follow on Instagram - @rejoicemarriageministries   Follow on Facebook - @rejoicemarriageministries   Every day, you can receive encouragement straight to your inbox through our Fight for Your Marriage Devotional and find free resources and prayers to pray over your marriage. To take advantage of these resources and others, visit https://rejoiceministries.org   We appreciate your feedback. If this episode touches you, please leave us a five-star rating and review, helping us reach new listeners with hope for their marriage. You can also subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify or iTunes.

The protest of human uprightness is a stench in God's nostrils because it is born out of pride. Subscribe to daily devotions e-mails: https://wcm.link/ddsub

It's really hard parenting a prodigal, but one of the most unexpected experiences is the weight of doubt we can carry about how we've parented the child. Did we do it the wrong way? Is this our fault? What could I have done differently? Join AMBrewster as he seeks to help you biblically answer those questions and know how to move forward.Truth.Love.Parent. is a podcast of Truth.Love.Family., an Evermind Ministry.Action Steps Purchase “Quit: how to stop family strife for good.” https://amzn.to/40haxLz Support our 501(c)(3) by becoming a TLP Friend! https://www.truthloveparent.com/donate.html Download the Evermind App. https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683 Use the promo code EVERMIND at MyPillow.com. https://www.mypillow.com/evermind  Discover the following episodes by clicking the titles or navigating to the episode in your app: The Biblical Parenting Essentials Conference for only $10! https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/3e65bc9e-25f1-42ba-90ce-8cf2b054eae6  TLP 253: Reducing Waste in Your Home https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-253-reducing-waste-in-your-home  Parenting a Zombie Series https://www.truthloveparent.com/parenting-a-zombie-series.html  TLP 389: Defensible Parenting https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-389-defensible-parenting  TLP 215: The Chief of Sinners in Your Home https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-215-the-chief-of-sinners-in-your-home  Biblical Parents Series https://www.truthloveparent.com/biblical-parent-series.html  The Rock, the Bread, and the Donut Series https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-rock-the-bread-and-the-donut-series.html  Click here for Today's episode notes, resources, and transcript: https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-596-what-does-having-a-prodigal-say-about-your-parentingDownload the Evermind App! https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthLoveParent/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.love.parent/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthLoveParentPin us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TruthLoveParent/Need some help? Write to us at Counselor@TruthLoveParent.com.

In Romans 3:12, the apostle Paul continues his list of indictments against humanity with a sobering claim: “All have turned aside.” That one phrase reveals the spiritual condition of every person: deliberate defiance, willful wandering, and increasing moral decay. In this episode, Stephen Davey explains how sin doesn't just happen to us. It's the path we choose. We avoid the truth, we redefine goodness, and we substitute spiritual imitation for genuine repentance. Whether it's the prodigal son feeding pigs or a modern culture redefining evil as good, the pattern hasn't changed. But neither has God's mercy. The truth hurts, but it also heals. This lesson prepares the way for understanding the beauty of salvation by helping you see just how far we've all gone from the path; and how far God has gone to bring us back.

In Romans 3:12, the apostle Paul continues his list of indictments against humanity with a sobering claim: “All have turned aside.” That one phrase reveals the spiritual condition of every person: deliberate defiance, willful wandering, and increasing moral decay. In this episode, Stephen Davey explains how sin doesn't just happen to us. It's the path we choose. We avoid the truth, we redefine goodness, and we substitute spiritual imitation for genuine repentance. Whether it's the prodigal son feeding pigs or a modern culture redefining evil as good, the pattern hasn't changed. But neither has God's mercy. The truth hurts, but it also heals. This lesson prepares the way for understanding the beauty of salvation by helping you see just how far we've all gone from the path; and how far God has gone to bring us back.

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Arvind Ethan David is a writer and producer whose career began when he adapted Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency as his high school play, catching the attention of creator Douglas Adams. As an author, he has written seven graphic novels, including Raymond Chandler's Trouble is My Business (Pantheon, 2025) and the Stoker-nominated Darkness Visible. His debut novel, The Dread & The Envy will be released by Thomas & Mercer in 2026.In audio, he has written multiple chart Originals, the anthology science fiction series Earworms and The Crimes of Dorian Gray.  His original non-fiction audiobook Douglas Adams: The Ends of the Earth, was released in June 2025 and is now available..On stage, he produced the Grammy and Tony-winning Jagged Little Pill on Broadway and his musical play The Boy With Wings based on Lenny Henry's children's book has opened and is currently on stage in London.His television work includes  Anansi Boys (Amazon) and Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (Netflix/AMC). In film, he has produced 9 features including the Asian Academy award winning The Garden of Evening Mists (HBO). He is also a principal of the production company Prodigal. Make sure to connect on Instagram with Avrind @arvind.davidYou can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website ⁠www.drkatherinehayes.com⁠•••#authors #podcast #interview #apple #spotify #google #authorsofinstagram #books #read #reader #writerscommunity #listen #writer #write #mayhem #authorlife #author #bookstagram #blog #book #booklover #authorssupportingauthors #writersofinstagram #writers #readersofinstagram #readersofig #readersgonnaread #mystery #diversebooksmatter #AvrindDavid #The Infidel #Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency#JaggedLittlePill #RaymondChandler #TroubleIsMyBusiness #THE BOY WITH WINGS

Everyone calls the younger son, The Prodigal. It's the Parable of the Prodigal son. But, where did that label come from?

Message from Greg Neal on September 7, 2025

What does God really think about you? In this powerful conclusion to "The Prodigal" series, Pastor Ryan unpacks the most beautiful homecoming story ever told and reveals the life-changing truth that will transform how you see yourself forever. From TikTok painting trends to the father's scandalous response to his wayward son, this teaching will help you stop arguing with grace and start receiving it. Whether you're living in hopelessness, shame, or spiritual complacency—this message is packed with freedom, truth, and the overwhelming love of a Father who's been watching and waiting for your return. Your mess is not your identity. Your past doesn't cancel your future. It's time to come home. Scripture Reference: Luke 15:20 Big Idea: Grace takes the brokenness and uses it all for our good—but we have to stop arguing with grace and start receiving it. Key Quote: "Your mess is not your identity. The mistakes that you've made, the brokenness that you carry—that's not who you are in Christ." ⸻ Topics in this Message: How our experiences paint a distorted portrait of God Two questions that shape everything in life Why the father ran (and why that was scandalous) The robe, ring, and sandals: symbols of grace gone wild Four quadrants of spiritual living and where you might be stuck How Satan uses hurt and trauma to distort our view of God The choice to receive grace instead of making excuses +++++++ Join us for church this Sunday. For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

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In the end we will either be saints beholding the Beatific Vision or we will be like demons in eternal suffering. There is no in between. John Sablan, founder of World Ablaze ministry and co-founder of Serviam Institute sits down with us and dives into how the outcome of our lives is determined by how we understand and live out virtue in this world. It has absolutely EVERYTHING to do with our eternity! ------------------------------ More on the Serviam Institute HERE: https://www.serviaminstitute.com/ ------------------------------ Get John's book "Christ Like: After God's Own Heart: HERE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578734761 ------------------------------- Pray the Rosary of the 7 Sorrows of Mary HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUr5UzrV63I ------------------------------- Check out the 54 Day Rosary Novena and Rosary Coast to Coast HERE: https://rosarycoasttocoast.com/ ------------------------------- Find out more about the Rosary Coalition HERE: https://rosarycoalition.com/usgf ------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKZ9OefEJLEx1qYcBxgAFww/join -------------------------------- PATREON - Help support this podcast by becoming a US Grace Force PATRON here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25398590 -------------------------------- Check out ROMAN CATHOLIC GEAR and get amazing Catholic gear for the battle of your life! Click HERE: https://romancatholicgear.com/USGF -------------------------------- More on "Awaiting the Prodigal's Return" course HERE: https://brcoalition.com/prodigals-waitlist/ -------------------------------- Subscribe to our NEW US Grace Force YouTube channel! US GRACE FORCE 2.0. Don't miss any new, great content!! https://youtube.com/@USGraceForce2.0?si=zq47qEqPITXnIDkg -------------------------------- Join the US Grace Force Team HERE: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001ESuSGaJpYPCG2iUdd4j4bkKwd4gkh2ZUVbam_Ty9rCn6blH6_U3cI2D8UvSLEcSzHnC4eq2UWmK1I0SbEw0SPKqnkZ2j0Z4J4D-_m4dD6CKJU9day-bBa8Qnx4dv7RLDIVlYAjL1JWsjfUTNPH2jQIVY9gbdbz4O4oMIzv5V1dT_upQsD8cX86iq_5Y-x4eLrTVtdOmA24s%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawFRvvdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdo526R1rgNAIW76yyQnVbo957e1TgOoQ4RH3Tr84D8376Y7jng09gtlOw_aem_H7Y7Ej6cF6-nPyfOZ4qMTQ -------------------------------- PRAY THE ROSARY: The Joyful Mysteries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMAR9MEN1pE&t=656s --------------------------------- The Sorrowful Mysteries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHUkx66oAxE&t=311s --------------------------------- The Glorious Mysteries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg_JWsxS6EA&t=207s --------------------------------- The Luminous Mysteries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVL5CqBr3CA&t=198s --------------------------------- The Full Rosary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44zL1kFIvP8&t=1765s --------------------------------- Be Ready Emergency Preparedness Course: Be prepared to Care for and Protect your Family in times of Natural Disasters, Emergencies, Civil Unrest, Economic Collapse, and more. Sign up for the course HERE: https://brcoalition.com/ --------------------------------- Go HERE to check out the BR Coalition and get great training Body, Mind & Soul! https://brcoalition.com/ Become part of one of the fastest growing online Catholic Membership sites. --------------------------------- Get your hands on some great US Grace Force T-shirts! https://us-grace-force.creator-spring.com/ --------------------------------- The seven promises given to St Bridget of Sweden for those who devote themselves to her Seven Sorrows. 1. I will grant peace to their families. 2. They will be enlightened about the Divine Mysteries. 3. I will console them in their pains, and I will accompany them in their work. 4. I will give them as much as they ask for as long as it does not oppose the adorable will of my Divine Son or the sanctification of their souls. 5. I will defend them in their spiritual battles with the infernal enemy and I will protect them at every instant of their lives. 6. I will visibly help them at the moment of their death—they will see the face of their mother. 7. I have obtained this grace from my divine Son, that those who propagate this devotion to my tears and dolors will be taken directly from this earthly life to eternal happiness, since all their sins will be forgiven and my Son and I will be their eternal consolation and joy.

https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyGoalsPod?sub_confirmation=1On this week's episode, David Pollack and Pastor J take a look at having faith in the Lord and throwing the proverbial rope in the wake-surfing waves of life.You are listening to David Pollack, former College GameDay Analyst, and Jonathan Howes, Lead Pastor of Graystone Church, have a weekly conversation about God, Family, and Sports.#familygoalspodcast #familygoals #christianfamilyRespond in the comments, SUBSCRIBE and CLICK THE BELL for notificationsSUBSCRIBE to The Family Goals Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-goals-with-david-pollack-and-pastor-j/id1585214791X: https://x.com/familygoalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/familygoalspod/https://bravebooks.com/familygoalsCheckout code FAMILYGOALSSpiritual Moments: 52 Devotions for Families, Couples and Small Groups: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL3RQJVP?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&bestFormat=true&csmig=1Compassion International: compassion.com/familygoalsToney Financial Services: https://www.toneyfinancialinc.com/Pollack Family Foundation: https://www.pollackfamilyfoundation.com/See Ball Get Ball: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/see-ball-get-ball-with-david-pollack/id1769665459Produced by: https://bigstoryco.com

https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyGoalsPod?sub_confirmation=1On this week's episode, David Pollack and Pastor J take a look at having faith in the Lord and throwing the proverbial rope in the wake-surfing waves of life.You are listening to David Pollack, former College GameDay Analyst, and Jonathan Howes, Lead Pastor of Graystone Church, have a weekly conversation about God, Family, and Sports.#familygoalspodcast #familygoals #christianfamilyRespond in the comments, SUBSCRIBE and CLICK THE BELL for notificationsSUBSCRIBE to The Family Goals Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-goals-with-david-pollack-and-pastor-j/id1585214791X: https://x.com/familygoalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/familygoalspod/https://bravebooks.com/familygoalsCheckout code FAMILYGOALSSpiritual Moments: 52 Devotions for Families, Couples and Small Groups: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL3RQJVP?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_65TC7ZJR8AMDVS1SNFNV&bestFormat=true&csmig=1Compassion International: compassion.com/familygoalsToney Financial Services: https://www.toneyfinancialinc.com/Pollack Family Foundation: https://www.pollackfamilyfoundation.com/See Ball Get Ball: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/see-ball-get-ball-with-david-pollack/id1769665459Produced by: https://bigstoryco.com

In this standalone message, we will take a fresh look at a popular Bible story- the prodigal son. As we do, we will be challenged to evaluate our propensity to rebel against God and our predisposition of pride. We will remember that our hope, as always, is in Jesus. He pursues the undeserving and invites us to be free of unfulfillment and bitterness that would otherwise define our lives because of our sin.   Key Verses: Luke 15:11-32  

“I was a hopeless drug fiend now I'm a drugless hope fiend” -Darin Ashley “prodigal”: 1. Wastefully extravagant – spending money or resources recklessly, without care. 2. Lavishly generous – giving or spending on a grand scale (can be positive or negative depending on context). When the word prodigal is used, it typically brings to mind the thoughts of a son coming home after wasting all the riches he's been given. A lost one who's been wandering and now coming home. But there's two sides to the prodigal coin. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad welcome the founder of Prodigal Ministries (https://prodigalky.org) John Chilton, Executive Director Scott Bartelt, and former client and now advocate Darin Ashley as they talk about the transitions from inside prison to outside prison, about what it means to be a prodigal son coming home to a prodigal Father who is lavish with His grace and love.

Are you so drained waiting for your promise? Waiting for that restoration? Waiting for that Healing? Prodigal to return home? That fruitful blessing over your business, ministry, or family? God is good and his word Always stands and his words are always true. But sometimes we can grow weary just like the Israelites did. We must be careful not to prolong our own blessings and promises because of our disobedience..You will be so encouraged in this message, just hit play!    Join Us In The Christian Mom Community- SCRIPTURE OF THE MONTH! https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianfemaleentrepreneur     Freebie- www.simplyjenniferbrown.com  

Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! NOTE: When you sign up for Patreon, PLEASE do it through a web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.) and NOT an app on your iPhone. The Apple app charges 30% !!! If you just click on the link above, it should be fine. Ronnie Brady’s testimony is a powerful story of God’s grace, redemption, and freedom. From childhood struggles, exposure to pornography, and wrestling with same-sex attraction, to a life in theater, cruise ships, and broken relationships—Ronnie opens up with honesty about his journey. His story reveals the emptiness of pursuing the world’s ways, and the transforming power of surrendering to Christ. In this candid conversation with Becket Cook, Ronnie shares the highs, the lows, and the turning points that led him out of confusion and into a new life in Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered whether real change is possible, this testimony will encourage you to trust God’s love, mercy, and power to heal. The Becket Cook Show Ep. 210 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today I‘m sitting down with Craig Wroblewski, president of Lifestones Ministries, to talk about two difficult issues so many families are facing: struggling marriages and the heartbreak of prodigal or estranged children. As we dig into Psalm 127, we explore the spiritual battle surrounding our homes, the value of discipleship, how to restore communication and connection in marriage, and what it means to persevere in prayer when our children walk away from us—or from the Lord. Craig shares practical wisdom on building a Christ-centered family, even in the midst of pain, and offers hope for parents who feel like giving up. Whether you're fighting for your marriage, grieving over a child, or simply weary from the battle, this conversation will remind you that God isn't finished. He is still building, restoring, and writing your family's story.Craig Wroblewski with Lifestone Ministries | Lifestoneministries.com/heidiPrime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Give Send Go | givesendgo.comAnswers in Genesis | AnswersBibleCurriculum.com/HEIDIShow mentions: heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Mailbox Mondayheidistjohn.net/mailboxmonday