Messy Journey: How Grace and Truth Offer the Prodigal a Way Home

The image showcases the cover of "Messy Journey: How Grace & Truth Offer the Prodigal a Way Home" by Lori Wildenberg. Earthy tones complement an open road stretching to the horizon, symbolizing the prodigal's journey back home with grace and truth.

Life is messy. Jesus never promised an easy journey. In fact, He warned us of just the opposite, there will be trouble, difficulties, and sadness. (John 16:33) This includes challenges within families. Raising a prodigal child is usually extreme heartache for a parent. Lori Wildenberg, my ministry partner at 1C13P and co-author, has written her…

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Thankful Hearts for Thanksgiving

Close-up of two hands tenderly holding a smaller hand, exuding a thankful warmth. The larger hands belong to a person in a white shirt, while the smaller hand sparkles with metallic nail polish against the dark, blurred background.

Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather, celebrating with thankful hearts. To grow an attitude of gratitude in your family, recognize both the large and small gifts in life. When we notice and point out the blessings to one another we set the stage for thankfulness. Be intentional about how you’ll portray gratitude at…

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