Prodigal in the Parsonage: Encouragement for Ministry Leaders Whose Child Rejects Faith

When it comes to prodigals most of us have one, know one, or are one. Judi's book, though written for ministry leaders, speaks to the heart of every parent struggling to understand why and how this could happen to their family. In Prodigal in the Parsonage Judi's stories of pain, despair, and self-blame are seasoned with, as it says in her introduction, encouragement, hope and a hint of humor woven into every chapter. Judi doesn't try to give easy answers to difficult questions or fancy formulas for success. She does give a sensitive, loving account of faith, perseverance, and enduring family ties told in an easy, enjoyable style that entertains as it encourages.

Judi Braddy lights the way for every parent whose child chooses the prodigal path. As a ministry leader I found it difficult to deal with the shame and blame of being the mom of a prodigal daughter. Judi's book offers hope as you see your open-ended story through the lense of truth, that there is a purpose in the pain and a reason to celebrate while you wait. Eventually, my daughter found her way back to God and me. No wayward child is ever far from God's hand and heart. We can rest in that. Judi candidly shares her own spiritual journey and those of many others. Her book is a call to deepen your own understanding of a patient and forgiving God.