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"Today as I was driving home I passed a parked truck that read 'Complete restoration.' I thank the Lord for speaking to me that if I keep standing strong, the complete restoration will indeed arrive." (Georgia)
"Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him." Psalm 33:18
'God not only stopped my house from being foreclosed twice, He has blessed me with a new affordable mortgage. God has also restored communication with my prodigal after years with no communication.'"(Maryland)
"I called for information regarding our court case. Our divorce will be final within months. To my amazement I feel peace and know God is with me in this season and He is in control. I know man cannot dictate God's will for my marriage." (California)
"I just returned from spending three weeks with my husband in another country. I praise God that he was able to be caring and attentive to the children and me. God allowed me to remain calm and strong. The children, who have not seen their father in months, were thrilled by being with him. Thank you, God, for Your mercies and love toward us." (Hong Kong)
"I am so thankful that my time in the wilderness helped me to minister to another person experiencing a similar thing." (North Carolina)
“I am praising God today and every day. My husband and I were remarried Tuesday after five years of separation and divorce. Though my stand was very hard, God never let me give up even when I begged Him. I thank Him that He didn't allow it. Thank you also Bob and Charlyne for your support and prayers.” (Mississippi)
"My husband has been home for several months. Last week he took it upon himself to pay our household bills, something he has not done for years. What I expected to see happening in the restoration of this marriage, is not how the Lord is working things. I have been praying daily for my husband and big changes are happening all around me. Prayer does work." (Wisconsin)
"Come and listen, all you who fear God; let me tell you what he has done for me. I cried out to him with my mouth; his praise was on my tongue. If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened; but God has surely listened and heard my voice in prayer. Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me!" Psalm 66:16-20
"My husband called at noon on New Year's Eve and asked if he could come over. He came and spent the afternoon. He even remembered how many weeks it had been since he saw me. I pray daily for him and our family." (Texas)
"Praise our Lord. He provided me with a job and career opportunity after being home for 20 years. Today, while driving my son home from college, I asked the Lord if He wanted me to really continue my stand. About two thirds of the way home I saw a Covenant Transport truck parked on an entrance ramp. Thanks be to God." (Ohio)
"My prodigal has returned. He has cancelled the divorce and asked me to renew our vows with the preacher that originally married us. It happened suddenly and in the natural realm, it never would have been possible. God has been so faithful to encourage me in standing for my marriage and enabling me to forgive and love my husband unconditionally." (Oklahoma)
"I went to a ladies' fellowship at my church. The speaker was a woman who had just been remarried (but not to her husband of many years). Her story was touching, but my spirit was grieved. I'm looking forward to being remarried to my covenant husband. I left the meeting in tears, but I know God is not finished with His work in me, my husband, and our marriage. The physical facts may look grim, but my hope is in the God of the impossible. Thank you for Thursday's devotional. This came as a word from God and rang such a responsive note in me. I will wait prayerfully and patiently for God's perfect work to be done in my family." (California)
"I am so blessed. My husband has been home for several months. Our children and I stood on God's Word and His promises. We didn't listen to well meaning opinions, but only what God was saying. His Word is true." (Oklahoma)
“I was about to give up. My husband and I have been separated for months with little contact. We got together to sign tax returns. He told me how much I had changed and said that he wanted my counselor's number so he could be happy too. I told him the Lord has changed me. He also said he wanted to go to church on Easter Sunday with me and said that he has told everyone that he believes our marriage will work out. I am so in shock. Praise God. Every time I've seen my husband I've fasted and prayed all day the day before. The Lord keeps His promises.” (California)
"I praise God that my husband attended church with me and our children for the second time." (Texas)
"Praise the Lord He had me trust my husband with coming through on a promise concerning our finances. I know God is working on him because today when he came to town to pick up the kids he asked me to go to lunch to talk about the kids. Today was the anniversary of our first date, He may not have remembered but God did. Someday we will be a complete family again." (South Dakota)
“Our divorce was final months ago. I spent a lot of time praying, reading the Psalms for words to express myself to God, and looking for signs from God. But I have not felt God was listening or answering me. Finally, a few weeks ago, I just turned the whole thing over to God, and decided to acknowledge that I must let Him do it all. My husband has now agreed to mediation to discuss the visitation schedule. This is a huge change in his attitude, and I am grateful to God for this.” (Washington State)
"Praise God for He has answered my prayers. My husband returned home but still struggles with thoughts of the other woman. It's tough to hear about it, but the Lord taught me perserverance and long-suffering while my husband was away. I just continue to talk to God about it and trust that He will deliver my husband from those strongholds. Prayer and fasting do work. My husband is not a reader, but he read Bob's book, and it was such an encouragement to him. Praise God for all He has done. I have to keep reminding myself that restoration is not an event, but a process." (New York)
"Thank you Lord that in spite of separation you have placed it upon my prodigal's heart to provide for his family. I thank you for the blessing." (California)
"For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He holds victory in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless, for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his faithful ones." Proverbs 2:6-8
"Last week my prodigal-wife asked to meet with a counselor every week. She cried during that session. Today her lawyer left me a message asking me to agree to adjourn an upcoming motion and to talk about settling. I have been praying for two years and assured that God will move at the right time. It's been a long time, but now it seems so sudden." (New Jersey)
"Every year I invite my spouse to spend Christmas and New Years with me. Every year I receive no answer to my emails, just silence. This year I planned not to invite him. I sent the invitation to his email address as the Lord encouraged me. This year, he answered me. The first time he has responded in years. Both answers were still no but his heart and reply were both soft. Praise to God." (Canada)
"Yesterday I had the persistent thought to call my husband and leave a message on his cell phone to say I was thinking of him and love him. Last night he called and thanked me for my sweet message. His voice reminded me of the days when we'd first dated. God is moving those mountains." (Minnesota)
"I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD." Psalm 27:13-14
"I divorced my husband, was convicted and began a stand. At some point, he and I began dating again but, all the while, I was thinking of fleeing again. I kept visiting your site and reading Charlyne Cares anyway. God was always pulling. I earnestly looked for Bob's input there because he had been in the far country. Thank you, Charlyne and Bob, from the bottom of my heart. My husband and I are beginning counseling and have plans to remarry much to the happiness of our nine year old son." (Ohio)
"It's been a long few years, but now my husband is moving closer to the Lord and closer to me. I praise our Father for the rebuilding of our marriage. I will not stop believing the Lord is in charge." (Tennessee)
“I stopped the Internet at home and have set up an email address at the library to continue to receive Charlyne Cares. At home I was prone to be online much too long and neglect my time with God and my going about the Father's business. I did not frequent chat rooms, and I read only from Christian sites, however it had become an addiction nevertheless. Here at the library the time is controlled and I can have plenty of time at home to spend with Jesus.” (North Carolina)
“This past weekend I volunteered to organize the prayer room for a marriage seminar in our city. I told my spouse where I would be over the weekend. It was a wonderful weekend and I was very encouraged. My spouse called Sunday night. I was able to share that some of the team had prayed specifically for him and our marriage. I also asked his forgiveness for something I had said to him before he left our home. When I asked forgiveness he replied kindly. I know the Lord is working on my behalf as I step out on His behalf.” (Canada)
"I went through a period of testing after I judged my prodigal's non-covenant for getting involved with a married man. I was overcome with a feeling of lust for a married man, but after crying out to the Lord for help, I was delivered. In no way should we be judgmental or unforgiving toward anyone who has fallen into sin, but rather pray for them." (California)
"My neighbor's mother died and I attended the funeral. I was surprised to see my wife enter and seat herself on the other side of the church. Communion was served and God saw to it that we ended up kneeling at the altar dead center next to each other. I could not have planned it better. What a blessing, as I had been praying diligently for some encouragement." (Maine)
"I just want tell how awesome our Father is. My son has been sick and the doctor prescribed antibiotics. I took the prescription to the pharmacy and they advised me that the insurance did not cover the medicine and the cost was $225.00. I went home and it was impressed upon me to call the insurance company myself and explain to them that I did not have the funds. A nice young lady said she would call me back. My mother, my son, and I started praying. Five minutes after our prayer, the lady from the insurance company called and told me the medicine was covered 100%. God does answer prayers. I know that in His perfect timing He will bring my husband home." (Florida)
"Every time I get discouraged that anything is happening towards restoration God brings something to me. The most recent was my youngest son telling me that he wanted to be baptized. He had prayed the sinner’s prayer all by himself and now goes to church with me. I continue to pray that God is working on my husband and other sons as well." (Colorado)
"When my husband came to pick the kids up for the weekend, he said he wanted to work on our marriage this (new) year. Praise the Lord. My husband read what Bob wrote about the curve in the palm trees and it hit home. Thank You so much, Lord." (Michigan)
"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17
"I'm praising the Lord for several things today, but specifically that my husband is still talking to me and helping me with some funds each month. I am also praising God for an air conditioning unit that was given to me that will help me breath easier." (California)
"God allowed me to learn that my spouse might take our children out of the country. I needed to decide whether or not to file for temporary custody but was struggling, not wanting to open a legal can of worms if unneeded. I prayed to do God's will and sought prayer and direction, including a fast. The Lord answered my prayer quickly the next morning. After two days of high anxiety, I am at peace. Praise God." (Minnesota)
"God has restored me to Himself and my faith in Him is having an effect on my wife. Praise God that she has admitted that she is at a crossroad in her life and not sure what to do. I can see God's hand moving as we have just signed a finance agreement together. Praise God for His faithfulness." (South Africa)
“Thank you for your encouragement to follow the Lord’s commands and be in God’s house. Even though sitting in the pew alone in my home church is very hard each week, I nevertheless find the stand the Lord has directed me to take, encourages others as they bless me in return. It is with God’s people where I receive my council and strength to stand and wait for my wife to return day in and day out. Today, I found myself working Sunday morning during an inspection. I prayed as I walked down the hallway to my desk to check email, only to find that the Chapel was having a service at 10:00. I locked out my computer and left immediately to worship Him and be with God’s faithful gathered together. I was blessed to be in God’s house (wherever it is), to be with the Lord’s faithful and I was reminded that His grace is always sufficient.” (Colorado)
"My husband has been home for seven weeks. Our family relationships from before have been replaced by relationships founded on the rock of our Heavenly Father. We attended last evening's communion service with two of our girls. There was an altar call, which isn't the norm for communion Sunday, and my husband, our daughter and I all went forward. This was a call to those who had been called to minister and serve the Lord." (California)
"My close friend encouraged me to ask my husband out on a date. I told her that I had done that previously and had gotten rejected. She encouraged me to do it again and so I did. My husband and I went out this past Saturday night for the first time since he left home months ago. Praise the Lord. As we were waiting to go into the restaurant, I was able to put my hands on him. Little did he know, I was praying over him. I thank the Lord for allowing me to do that. The next day was Mother's Day and my husband said that our young son would like to take me out to breakfast. When we got to the restaurant, we saw two mutual friends. My husband encouraged them to join us. The five of us had a great breakfast, just like the old days. My husband opened up and chatted with us all. We had a wonderful time. I just want to give God the honor, glory and praise." (Virginia)
"I praise the Lord for a breakthrough. I had to contact my spouse for business issues. I talked somewhat fleshy, but asked God for forgiveness and to show me love towards my husband. My husband contacted me twice to make sure everything I had instructed him to do was right. I know it was the Lord and while it is only a glimmer, this is only the beginning of things to come in the name of Jesus." (Texas)
"Two minutes after spending time with the Lord in prayer, my husband called me from overseas. I was praying for my husband's salvation and for him to obey the Lord. It has taken one year for my husband to obey God and to call our daughter and me. God is on the other end speaking to our prodigals." (District of Columbia)
"The Lord spoke to me about standing through the daily 'Charlyne Cares.' Then he brought me to Psalm 46:10 and said, 'Be still and know I am God.' I should be angry and upset and going to see an attorney, but our Lord Jesus said to me, 'Be still.' I will continue to stand and be still." (New York)
“During the holidays my children and I had no where to live, so my prodigal said we can stay with him until I got on my feet. God blessed us with our own home. In January,. my prodigal needed a place to stay for two weeks. He has been here all this time. I feel God is allowing us to live together for a purpose. I will continue to stand and pray for restoration of my marriage for the rest of my life. Praise God for all He does.” (Texas)
“Resurrection weekend and was the worse weekend I have had in a long time. I came to work Monday morning ready to give it up. I have tried my best, but I let Satan talk to me. I got to work this morning and your inspiring newsletters from Friday thru Monday was sitting there waiting on me. It was as though God through you knew exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you Charlyne and Bob, you're the greatest.” (Indiana)
"I was a big part of our divorce. I have become closer to Christ then I ever dreamed. Today I visited my wife with the kids and we talked for over an hour. I believe that setting my heart right, walking the walk, praying, fasting, and believing God have answered my prayers of restoration." (Michigan)
"My teenage daughter told me that she was angry at God. But the Lord gave her a repentant heart. She has become very close to Him, and has been going to the Chapel after school every day to pray alone. This is proof that the Lord touches and changes hearts. I thank God for saving my daughter." (New York)
"During a conversation my husband referred to himself as being my husband. That is the first he has used that term since this all started. Earlier that day, I had prayed for God to please show me some sign that He was speaking to my husband and that his heart was softening. God is so good." (New York)
"I was at my son's middle school band concert, and my prodigal husband was there with his new 'wife.' Before each song, the band teacher announced each piece and who wrote it. Toward the end of the concert, he said, 'This particular song is about the story of the Prodigal Son, you know, that story in the Bible.' I knew it was for my husband and I to hear. He doesn't go to church, so the Lord touched him at our son's school! I was also glad that the "Bible" was even mentioned in a school! Praise God." (Florida)
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