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What do you do when someone you love walks away from faith—or from you? In this tender, hope-building conversation, Ginger sits down with Monica Schmelter to talk honestly about the ache of unanswered prayers, the temptation to second-guess yourself, and what it looks like to keep praying when you feel worn down.

Monica shares her own prodigal journey, practical ways to pray Scripture, and a powerful reminder for every parent, grandparent, spouse, or loved one in the waiting: you can set wise boundaries, keep loving well, and trust that God is still working—even when you can’t see it yet.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to respond when guilt and “what ifs” torment you
• Why praying Scripture can steady you in long seasons of waiting
• What persistent prayer can look like when you’re tired and out of words
• How to love your prodigal without making every conversation a sermon
• Why boundaries aren’t failure—and why your friends shouldn’t judge you for them
• A hope-filled reminder: “Life continues and we wait—and that happens together.”

Scripture mentioned:
Luke 15; 2 Peter 3; 1 John 5:14–15; John 15:7; Romans 2:4; Luke 18:1; Isaiah 59:1; Matthew 7:7

Connect with Monica:

• Website: monicaschmelter.com
• Find her on Facebook
• Monica also hosts Bridges (Christian Television Network) and the Hope for the Journey podcast.

Next step:
If your heart is aching for a prodigal today, remember this: God sees, He hears, and God loves your prodigal even more than you ever could—today is not the end of the story.

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