Mom of a Prodigal

Being the eternal optimist I am, I have been searching for the positive aspects of being the Mom of a prodigal child.

• Daily, actually moment by moment, I have to put my child on the altar.
• I trust God to meet his needs.
• I trust God to hold me really close, especially when I melt down.
• Prayer has become a constant in my life, so much so that my staff think I am talking to myself!!
• I have grown closer to my children who are making wise choices.
• The other children are learning from their brother's mistakes.
• While I don't like what we are going through, I know this will bring God glory.
• In sharing what we are going through others have held us up in prayer and accountability allowing God to use them.

I am sure there are lots of other positives, someday I will understand them. For now, I just hold on to the Lord's hand knowing His other hand is reaching for my child. When Jay grabs that hand - there will be a great big hug and rejoicing.