Real hope when praying for your prodigal every day

I know exactly how heavy it feels to be praying for your prodigal when the days feel like they're stretching into years without any sign of change. It's that deep, hollow ache in your chest that hits when you walk past their empty bedroom or see a photo from a time when things were simpler. You find yourself bargaining with God, whispering "just one more chance" or "please, just keep them safe tonight," while the silence on the other end of the phone feels deafening. It's a marathon nobody signs up for, and frankly, it's exhausting. ...

March 2, 2026 · 7 min · Selina Rebecca