When your child wanders, God has never left your side.

Hope in the Waiting is a gentle, Bible-based devotional for mothers, grandmothers, and other women who are caring for a prodigal child and are quietly heartbroken. This book meets you in the waiting with compassion, truth, and hope based on God's promises. Whether your son or daughter is a wandering teen or an adult who has lost faith, family, or wise choices.

A lot of moms pray with tears in their eyes, wondering what they did wrong and if God is still working. This devotional gently reminds you that **you are not alone, God loves your child very much, and the story is not over. Hope in the Waiting uses the story of the prodigal son and other strong examples from the Bible to show you how to trust God's heart even when you can't see His hand.

Each devotion has a Scripture, Daily Reflection, a Prayer, and a space to journal. It encourages you to let go of fear and guilt and rest in God's faithfulness. This book doesn't have any quick fixes or empty platitudes. It's a steady friend for the long road of prayer, surrender, and trust.

In this devotional, you will find:

• Bible verses that encourage mothers of wayward sons and daughters
• Prayers based on the Bible that you can say by name for your child
• Hope for times of waiting, sadness, and not knowing what to do
• Things that remind you of how much God loves you and your child
• Soft direction toward faith, peace, and staying strong

Hope in the Waiting is a safe place to breathe, believe again, and remember that God is still looking out for your child and caring for your heart, whether you use it for personal devotion, prayer groups, or women's ministry.

You may be waiting, but you're not alone. God knows who you are. He loves your child. And He is still working.