[Video transcript]
Of course we do not claim to speak for God. However, by application, we can weave the truths of Scripture into what a letter from God might look like if written to the parent of a teen son who is struggling in his relationship with God.
We encourage you to read this and then study for yourself the scriptures mentioned and let God speak to and encourage your heart.
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Dear Mom or Dad,
Don’t be afraid, I am with your son. I know when he sits down and when he gets up, when he goes out and when he comes in. I formed him and made him. I understand him even though you may not. (Psalms 139)
I love him with an everlasting love. While he was yet in sin, I sent my son, Jesus, to die for him. (Jerimiah 31:3 and Romans 5:8) I have also placed you in his life to love him and pray for him, even in the midst of the relational pain your son may bring to your family. As my Spirit leads you in prayer, He prays in deep ways that even you can’t understand, but touches the depths of my heart for your son. You may not know how to pray for your son according to my will, but He does. (Romans 8:26-27) Remember, that my Spirit is at work in him even though you may not always see evidence of it. He is working to convict him of his sin, of my righteousness, and that judgement is real. At the same time, my Spirit is working to remind him of the free gift of salvation and a changed life through my Son. (John 16:8)
I have called you to be my ambassador, to bring my message of reconciliation to your son. (2 Corinthians 5:20) I am the good Shepherd. I will look after him. When he goes astray, I will pursue him. (Psalms 23 and John 10) You and I are coworkers together in this process, (1 Corinthians 3:9) but I am the source of his spiritual life, so let me do my work. Stay sensitive to my leading, and don’t get ahead of me. Be careful to not lose your cool. Be patient, yet firm. Above all, be loving and continue to point him toward the truth in the Bible. Don’t get weary in the work. Your effort is not in vain. I am using you in his life even if you can’t see it right now. (Galatians 6:9 and 1 Corinthians 15:58)
If your son has accepted my free gift of salvation, he is a new creation. I have begun a good work in him. It is right for you to expect that I will finish the work that I started. (Philippians 1:6) In my time and in my ways, I will strengthen him. I will help him. I will uphold him with my righteous right hand. (Isa 41:10 and Isaiah 55:8-9) I am working every detail of his life out for his good and for my glory. (Romans 8:28 and Ephesians 1:11) Remember, my way is always perfect. It is always good, and it is always loving. (Psalms 18:30)
Through all of this journey’s hardships, come to me. I will give you rest.
With all my love,
Your Heavenly Father
Mark Massey
Executive Director
