by James Banks (Author)
One of the most devastating experiences for a Christian parent is when a child walks away from faith in Jesus. James Banks has had that experience not once but twice, and he has also experienced the joy of answered prayer, of a prodigal restored. In this updated and expanded Prayers for Prodigals, you will be directed to the source of peace in painful circumstances. Each week you will find encouragement from a father who understands your heartbreak. And you will find daily scriptural prayers and prayer tips to help you come to the heavenly Father with gut-wrenching honesty and hope-filled persistence. As you face heartbreak and hopelessness, this book points to the ultimate source of hope--God. And encourages you and your family to trust Him.
Front Jacket
What will happen to my child?
Pacing the floor late at night. Waiting for the phone to ring. Dwelling in the guilt of what-ifs. These are common behaviors among parents of prodigals, whether their children are wayward teens or parents themselves. How do you handle the overwhelming dread of your son or daughter walking away from faith? When you've tried it all, what can you do?
James Banks knows your pain two times over. And he offers an answer: Pray.
In this updated edition of
Prayers for Prodigals, you will find encouragement from a father who understands your pain, and one who has experienced the joy of answered prayer, of a prodigal restored. Out of his experience, he has gathered Scriptures, crafted prayer prompts for groups and individuals, and created a discussion guide for your journey. Each passage will help you come to the heavenly Father with gut-wrenching honesty and hope-filled persistence. As you face heartbreak and hopelessness, this book points to the ultimate source of peace. And encourages you and your family to trust Him.
Number of Pages: 256
Dimensions: 0.7 x 7.9 x 5.3 IN
Publication Date: March 01, 2022
