When You Love a Prodigal

Charisma Podcast Network
  • 4.9 (77)
  • Christianity
  • Updated Weekly

Loving a prodigal is a long, desperate journey. Fear. Worry. Anger. Blame. But God intends to use your valley to fill you with grace and hope. In each episode, author and speaker Judy Douglass will guide you through lessons she’s learned in her son's 15-year prodigal journey to help mold your spiritual life.

  1. Aug 12

    Follow the Evidence with Bruce Cook

    Did you make it through the teenage years with no rebellion, no prodigalness, only to discover as your loved one reached adulthood, they rejected the faith they were raised with, and maybe even broke communication with you? What do you do when they say, “There’s no proof there is even a god.” I think you will find some real help and hope in today’s episode with Bruce Cook, author of Follow the Evidence. In this fascinating, factual, readable book, Bruce takes readers on a cruise of discovery. He will satisfy any questions or doubts you have, and will give you realities to share when your loved one is willing to talk. Bruce Cook is the author of three books and has been featured in interviews on CNN, CBS Evening News, ABC News, and the Wall Street Journal Radio Network. A graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology and Harvard Business School, he founded and served as CEO of Leadership Dynamics International and has served as the national director of Here’s Life America. He and his wife, Donna, live in Atlanta and are proud parents and grandparents. Bruce’s Resources: Bruce’s Book: Follow the Evidence: What Science Reveals About the Existence of God - https://a.co/d/048HX8BC Enter for a chance to win a copy of Follow the Evidence: judydouglass.com/giveaway Judy’s Resources: Join the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  2. May 26

    End It for Good with Christina Dent

    Is your loved prodigal addicted? Drugs? Alcohol? Gambling? Our guest today offers a different approach for healing. Christina Dent, founder of End It for Good, advocates for approaches that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. She offers help and hope for families pursuing freedom and healing. Christina’s Resources: Website: https://enditforgood.com/Christina’s Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/christina_dent_end_the_war_on_drugs_for_goodChristina’s Book: Curious: A Foster Mom’s Discovery of an Unexpected Solution to Drugs and Addiction https://a.co/d/01A7Ju7p Enter for a chance to win a copy of Curious: judydouglass.com/giveaway Judy’s Resources: Join the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9 Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  3. Mar 27

    Strength for the Broken Hearted with Dena Yohe

    Loving a Prodigal can be long, exhausting and heartbreaking. Perhaps you have been there. I’ve been there. Dena Yohe has been there. And she has written a 31-day devotional book just for people like us. You will love listening in on our conversation about surprises you didn’t want, waiting well, and what if, even if. Dena’s Resources: Website: https://hopeforhurtingparents.com/Contact us: hope@HopeforHurtingParents.comBuy Dena’s new book Strength for the Brokenhearted: https://a.co/d/03mtmEN6Enter for a chance to win a copy of Strength for the Brokenhearted: judydouglass.com/giveaway Judy’s Resources: Join the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9 Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  4. Feb 17

    The Value of Grandparents for Prodigals with Larry Fowler

    New on the When You Love a Prodigal podcast I am thrilled to be a grandmother—of 10 fabulous grands. I have a great desire to be a positive contributor to their growth, wisdom, and lives. I especially desire to help them not become prodigals, or if they do, to encourage them to choose to step away from that path. Legacy Coalition is a great partner in these efforts. Legacy Coalition believes that grandparenting matters! Grandparents have so much potential to impact the youngest generations to follow Christ. And today’s podcast will be so helpful to assist grandparents in being a positive help in any prodigal journey. Legacy Coalition: Website: https://legacycoalition.com/Register for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit: https://legacycoalition.com/summit/Grand Monday Nights: https://legacycoalition.com/grand-monday-nights/Enter for a chance to win a Let’s Talk Conversation Cards set: judydouglass.com/giveaway Judy’s Resources: Read 7 Everyday Ways to Invest in Your Grandkids: https://bit.ly/4tGfoDOJoin the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9 Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  5. 12/23/2025

    Gifts God Would Love

    Rebroadcast of Episode 125: As you wrap up your Christmas shopping and wrapping, perhaps you would want to think of some gifts for Jesus. After all, it is His birthday we are celebrating. I like to consider what Jesus might like from me as a birthday gift. I’ve thought of several things—I know He would appreciate these gifts from you as well. Judy’s Resources: Read What Can I Give Him?: judydouglass.com/blog/what-can-i-give-himRead Grace for Them and for Us: judydouglass.com/blog/2014/09/grace-usJoin the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417Twitter: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  6. 12/16/2025

    Can You Love the Holidays When You Love a Prodigal? Interview with Dena Yohe

    Rebroadcast of Episode Forty-Two: If you love a prodigal, you probably have a horror story to tell of a holiday with that loved wanderer. I certainly do, and so does Dena Yohe, co-founder of Hope for Hurting Parents, and parent of Renee, the subject of the famous To Write Love on Her Arms. We had a fun, tearful and helpful conversation for today’s episode. Join us as we tell our stories and get from Dena some very practical help for surviving and even loving the holidays this season. Resources: Join the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3l1JPmyLearn more about Dena’s ministry here: https://hopeforhurtingparents.com/ and purchase her book here: https://amzn.to/3r4gc7pStay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  7. 12/12/2025

    The Navy and a Guitar with Justin Gambino, episode 173

    It’s not often I interview someone who comes from Freeport, Texas, which was like a summer home for me in high school. As Justin and I talked we knew many of the same places. And I loved his redemptive story. He grew up in the church, chose some wrong friends, rescued by a discerning judge, a long stint in the Navy—and a guitar. You will love his Texas accent, his story, and a hopeful future. Justin’s Resources: Website: www.justingambino.comStream his music: justin-gambino.lnk.to/JustLikeJesusEP Enter for a chance to win a Just Like Jesus CD: judydouglass.com/giveaway Judy’s Resources: Read Finding the Gifts in Hard Times: https://bit.ly/3KCJdDFJoin the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9 Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

  8. 05/28/2025

    Preparing for Prodigal Prayer Day, episode 172

    On June 2, about 25 years ago, our prodigal, Josh, met Jesus. He was living at House of Hope, a nearby residential home for troubled teens. His house dad, Mike, loved him, prayed for him, sought to guide him into better life choices, and on June 2, 1997, he introduced our son to Jesus. That evening Mike baptized him in the nearby lake. Josh’s life changed then, and when he came home months later. He wanted to walk with God. But wrong friends and the trauma of his early life put him on a roller coaster. He would do well and make good choices for days, weeks, even months. Then down he would go for many months. The unpredictable cycle went on for 15 years. Judy’s Resources: Read The Grace-full Father: https://bit.ly/3SiGkImRead A Word from Josh: https://bit.ly/3ZDiH10Join the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy’s monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9 Stay connected: Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

See All (217)

Trailer

4.9
out of 5
77 Ratings

About

Loving a prodigal is a long, desperate journey. Fear. Worry. Anger. Blame. But God intends to use your valley to fill you with grace and hope. In each episode, author and speaker Judy Douglass will guide you through lessons she’s learned in her son's 15-year prodigal journey to help mold your spiritual life.

Information

  • Creator
    Charisma Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    217
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © null
  • Show Website
    When You Love a Prodigal

You Might Also Like