# 218. When a Prodigal Comes Home: Encouragement for Moms of Wayward Adult Children with Judy Douglass

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Podcast: [The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-midlife-momma-podcast-empty-nest-mom-parenting-adult-children-midlife-transition-christian-mom-5237704)
Published: 2026-04-30T06:00:54+00:00
Episode link: https://www.pamelahenkelman.com/podcast
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## Resource

Watching an adult child walk away from faith can be one of the most painful experiences a mother faces. In this episode, author and podcast host Judy Douglas shares the story of her prodigal child’s return and the hope she discovered while waiting on God. If you are praying for a wandering child, this conversation will encourage you not to give up. HELPFUL LINKS: Prayer for Prodigals Website here Prayers for Prodigals Facebook Page here Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here Take the free 2-minute Quiz here Review + Rate podcast here Follow Pamela on Instagram here Follow Pamela on Facebook here Pamela's website with free resources here

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