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The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children
by Jessica Gerald In the mid 1990s, I discovered a book called "The Power of a Praying Parent" by Stormie Omartian. My boys were young, and this book guided me through many years of praying for them. It is tattered, worn, underlined, and highlighted from much use. Now my sons are in their twenties, and I've realized that their need for my prayers doesn't lessen as they get older. In fact, I think it increases, because there are bigger issues to deal with. Not too long ago I thought to myself, "I wish Stormie would write a book about praying for your adult children. I could really use that right now." Well, the other night, I was looking around on the Youtube videos and I found a clip of Stormie Omartian being interviewed on her new book, "The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children." I couldn't believe it! I was so excited I could hardly contain myself! First I thanked God, then I flew over to Christianbook.com and ordered the book. I certainly was NOT disappointed. Stormie has always been an excellent writer, but it is even better now. There is no empty fluff in the book. Each chapter is packed with godly wisdom, advice, understanding, prayer suggestions, and scriptures. She addresses many things we face as parents. For example, we may feel guilty over any shortcomings and think that any problem our child has is somehow a failing on our part. Stormie is not critical or judgmental. She writes as if she is right in the trenches with you. She knows what you are going through because she has been there and still is there. After the introductory chapter, there are fourteen chapters, each dealing with a certain topic that is common to our adult children. At the end of the chapter, there is a prayer focusing on that issue, along with extra scripture references to encourage and support. I'm thankful that Stormie has allowed herself to be God's vessel. You can feel his presence, comfort, assurance, and peace as you read this book and apply the advice given in it. Jessica Gerald is a Christian wife, mother of two grown sons, retired elementary school teacher, and current Sunday school teacher of fourth and fifth graders. You may visit her website at http://www.oldfashionedhomemaking.com. Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |