Buy The Prodigal Writes From His Heart
Below you will find a sampling of testimonies from standers and prodigals that will encourage you in how God is moving in their lives.
Each Saturday in Charlyne Cares we publish testimonies from people around the world. You can subscribe to Charlyne Cares by visiting charlyne.org. You can submit your own testimony by visiting our testimony submission page!
"I praise the Lord, because He has encouraged me today. I was cleaning my summer vacation email, and found some 'Charlyne Cares' I had not read. When I opened it, the message was right timing. I am so thankful that God sees me on a day to day basis, and gives exactly what I need every day to walk this hard and unknown road. I thank You and I love You Jesus." (Norway)
“I have been separated for a few years now and when my husband and I sat down to talk about the divorce he said he did not want one. We are taking it really slow because he has a non-covenant. We had friends come into town and he ended up coming over and slept on the couch. But early in the morning I was sitting on the porch reading a Bible plan for love and marriage about adultery. I read Proverbs 6 and he seemed to be listening. GOD is so good!” (North Carolina)
“Yesterday was my wedding anniversary. My husband never acknowledged it. But God spoke loudly to me through the message at church. I had a thought on the way home of how nice it would be if my spouse would wash the dishes, which I had not asked him to do. I returned home to a clean kitchen with every dish washed! Later when feeling discouraged I went in my prayer closet and prayed for some encouragement from God. A few minutes later while straightening up I came across my copy of ‘Prodigals Do Come Home’and flipped to a random page. The page I turned to told about how sometimes washing the dishes shows love to women more than words. Also, Bob said to rejoice if your spouse ever returned any items to the house. Just last week my husband began staying in the guest room and all of his clothes are now in the closet. PTL for speaking just what I needed to hear and showing me His love. He will restore my marriage in His time and His way!” (North Carolina)
“There have been many, many prayers for my prodigal over the last four months for a lot of things but one specifically was for God to remove his heart of stone and give him a new heart of flesh. Yesterday he informed my mom that he had a dream the night before that my mom was performing surgery on him; that she had cut him open and had rib spreaders and such and had removed his heart... He said she had a bag of hearts and replaced his heart with a new one! My mom then informed me that she’s been praying for God to give my prodigal a new heart of flesh! PTL for showing confirmation of prayers through my prodigal” (Missouri)
"I was feeling angry against my wife and bitterness was beginning to grow in me. We haven't talked in a couple of months by her choice. I decided long ago to bless her in some way whenever I felt upset with her, so I went to the florist and sent her an anonymous bouquet. As I left the florist, I was giddy. God's Word is true." (Texas)
"Last week was our anniversary and my husband brought me roses on that day, one for each year. God is so loving." (Kentucky)
“I was kind of down today because I felt like nothing was happening. So I cried out to the Lord to give me insight on what was happening. A few hours later my phone rings and it is my beloved, husband telling me he had been calling me the past few days. He said he misses me and that he loves me. He also says that he wants to rebuild our relationship! God is faithful. His Word stands forever. God has constantly spoken to me through scripture in Isaiah 55:11. I love theYoung's Literal Translationwhich says, So is my Word that goeth out of my mouth that turneth not back unto me empty, but has done that which I desired, and prosperously effected that for which I sent it."All that I pray and ask for has already been answered. Praise His Holy Name. Amen and Amen!” (South Carolina)
You, O LORD, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall. As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. Psalm 18:28-30
"While driving home I reached out to God and began praying, asking God to restore my marriage and to touch my ex-husband’s life. I looked to my left and to my surprise there was a covenant truck. To God be the glory, it was the Lord answering my prayers, letting me know that my covenant marriage would be restored." (California)
"My wife and I went on an appointment to separate an account. She introduced me as her husband. The clerk noticed how my wife and I interacted together and said we should not be divorced." (California)
“I give God all praise and glory! My wife is coming home this Saturday. It’s amazing how much God loves us and He will give you the desires of your heart. I thank RMM for helping me to stand and encouraging me to never give up. It's a blessing how this ministry is touching people's lives all over the world. I will continue to stand and pray for other hurting marriages forever. There is hope in Jesus Christ. Please, I ask all other standers to never give up. Luke 1:37For with God nothing shall be impossible.God bless you all.” (Texas)
"For the first time in over a decade the Lord made a way for my spouse to be with my children and I on both Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. It was obvious that the Lord was working on my spouse's heart since he spoke about many memories that he had about our lives together. He even remembered events I had forgotten. I got a hug from him on Christmas Day. He said that he was living alone. God is using the heart attack he suffered to soften his heart." (Vermont)
"God is so good. After years of no communication, my mother-in- law is now so kind to me. Now she lives minutes from me. My children and I were blessed to move back into our family’s home. I give God the glory for working out such a small mortgage payment. When my mother-in-law visited us and saw we didn't have a refrigerator, she offered us her old one for free. She is also the reason my children are now speaking to their dad after a long period of no communication. Praise God." (Alabama)
"My husband left and filed for divorce. Although the divorce was final a couple of months ago, I continue to stand and wear my ring. He spent Christmas day with us and spent time in my room relaxing on my bed watching TV as if he was already home. God is faithful and He will do what He promised." (New Jersey)
“After a few years of standing my husband SUDDENLY contacted me on Sunday. He asked if I still attend the church we used to go to together and would I mind if he attended. I told him that it would be awesome for him to come to church. He ended up asking me for a date and we have another date scheduled. I know there's still work to do, but God DOES answer prayer. Keep the faith.” (Tennessee)
“I have been praying that God would help me face my many fears and break down the communication barrier between my wife and me. Yesterday, my wife called and spoke about her getting her divorce and today papers were served to me. How is this a testimony? Well first, we talked for the first time in over a year and then the divorce papers coming and I didn't feel pain; I felt total peace because I know God is in control. Standing in His light!” (Pennsylvania)
"My prodigal has allowed me to fast and pray with him as he undergoes some mounting personal and financial woes. He thanked me for praying twice within the last week. God is good. Please especially tell Bob that he was right about allowing me to be kind to my husband." (New York)
"Praise God, my husband is on the way home. If God had not kept nudging me I would have divorced my husband by what he was doing in the natural. It wasn't until he moved out months ago that God finally got hold of me and I could finally, clearly hear Him. As sure as I was that I was going to divorce, I suddenly became just as sure that I would stand. Two weeks ago my husband asked me out. We spent the entire weekend together. He is talking about moving back home and saying he knows more every day that he needs to be home with his family. God's Word never returns void." (Georgia)
“I really just have to praise the Lord! Although this whole experience has been the hardest of my life, I thank God for it. As I pulled into the courthouse for the final divorce proceedings I was heartbroken and barely found the strength to get there. But as I pulled in I was telling God how I could not do this and asking Him so many questions. Then I looked up to see aCovenant Transport truck pull in right next door to the courthouse! I felt like The Lord was telling me, I'm here. The divorce did go through, but afterwards my wife called, apologized and we spoke for awhile. A few days passed with no contact and those days I leaned very heavily on Jesus and He did not waste that time either. He taught me what complete surrender is all the time He was up to something else with my wife. Because for the past two weeks after that we have been constantly talking and meeting here and there to talk or just hang out. I'm so amazed and thankful to my Lord and Savior! Don't ever give up!” (Kentucky)
"My anniversary was last month and not a word was said by my husband. Christmas and New Years was basically the same way, so when I woke up yesterday morning, I thought to myself, "Lord please don't let this be the same. At least let him say 'Happy Mother's Day.' (Husband) got out of bed and dressed before I did. He jumped in his truck without saying where he was going and came home about an hour later with perfume, body powder and a card. Thank You Jesus. The Lord has been working on my husband. I can see him trying to fight the feeling from the Holy Spirit. I give all the glory to God for even the little things, but Lord how much it means to me now." (Indiana)
"After months of separation and no communication, I immersed myself in prayers and fasting. The Lord put it in my heart to send a picture of my children to my husband because he had not seen them. I resisted for a while because of pride, but the spirit of the Lord kept working on me and I obeyed. I didn't expect a reply but, praise God, I received one. I know the Lord who started this good work will bring it to completion. Thank you, Charlyne for your teaching on obedience to God." (Missouri)
“My mother is my testimony! When my father left our family when I was 15, she refused to let her family go down. She prayed for years and believed in God’s healing power. When my father left, I got rebellious and got pregnant. But this pregnancy God used for His good. When I found out I was pregnant I gave my life to the Lord because He was the only one who could help me. During my pregnancy, because of my mother’s faith, my boyfriend became a Christian. The day my daughter was born, my boyfriend and I thanked the Lord together and my father came home for good. Not long after that, my father was touched in a church service and gave his life to Christ. My father and mother are now in ministry fulltime and help other people. I married my daughter’s father and we have another child together. We are now divorced. I know that God can do the same for me as he did for my mother. Satan will lose again!” (Netherlands)
“Today I get baptized to the Lord. I so believe that He brought this storm to me to bring me to Him. I so believe that He is bringing me to Him first and then He will bring my husband to Him. The signs He gives me to let me know that He is working are very encouraging to me. I was kneeling down to pray and as I was turning to kneel, there was a vision of my husband kneeling beside me by our bed praying, already waiting for me. I think that was God telling me what is to come and to be ready, suddenly. I am so thankful to this ministry for giving me the words of encouragement to go on . Thank you.” (Missouri)
"On Sunday my spouse came to the house to tell me Happy Mother's Day. He told me that if God tells him to come back home, he will. He also told me that he still loved me. I am praying and standing strong that God will send him home." (Virginia)
"I felt disappointed because my beloved would not let our son, who lives with him, come and stay the night with me and our daughters. As I was crying out to the Lord the next morning, the Lord spoke to me from Jeremiah 31:16-17. My husband texted me to ask me out for breakfast. The Lord is always at work. (California)
“Thank you for writing, Do you know Saul's Testimony? Later that same day I received a nasty email from my prodigal. Instead of contacting prayer partners for support, or breaking down in tears, I reread your devotional. I copied the scriptures into my journal and I thanked God for allowing me this opportunity to grow in the Word, and my character, as I trust in the Lord's promises to me and not my husband's words. I am filled with peace and will continue to pray for my prodigal's Damascus Road experience. It's coming!” (California)
"I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God." Ephesians 3:16-19
“Isaiah 41:10 ‘So do not fear for I am with you, do not be dismayed for I am your God, I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.’ Praise the Lord, we got to spend a week with my beloved husband. He had come to attend my sister-in-law’s birthday celebration and have time to spend with me and our children. Even though it was hard to say goodbye again, I believe the Lord is working to move our mountain. He was in tears when we said our goodbyes but I managed to tell him that I love him, and my oldest son told him that he is praying for him. Be encouraged dear standers. As Paul says, things will work out for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. Thank You Lord for Your love; Your mercies endure forever. Amen.” (New Zealand)
“I recently got an e-mail from my husband about his wanting us to move on. He made it clear that he wanted it to be a conversation. I was emotional and decided not to respond without praying for wisdom. I wrote back a few days later. I prayed that the Lord would help me to ‘be still and know that I am God’ as the Word says. The next day, out of the blue, I saw my second Covenant Transport truck since beginning my stand. It was so comforting for the Lord to reach out to me and encourage me in this way.” (Oregon)
“December has been a long month for me. I asked the Lord if I was really supposed to stand for my marriage. That night I dreamed I was driving in snow and the road was slippery and I had to adjust my speed to maintain control. Then there was a snow storm that took the car in a tailspin; I could not see anything and I cried out to Jesus to save me! When the car rested, it was parked safely surrounded by cars. It was clearly an act of God. I got out the car and slipped, holding on to a tree trunk to prevent from falling in a ditch. People passed me by and either would not or could not help me. There was ONE man who stopped to help me He took His time doing so but I just held on. Wait on God.” (California)
"My prodigal went to church on Sunday. I've being praying for transformation and that he'll have a personal encounter with Jesus Christ as Paul did on the road to Damascus. I believe that God is melting away the hardness of his heart. Still standing for my prodigal to come home and come to his senses." (Ohio)
“Tomorrow we were supposed to have the mediation session that would finalize our divorce. After going back and forth, my husband finally decided to cancel it. I have posted every court or mediation date on The Courtroom page and every date has been either continued or cancelled. Today my attorney told me she has been an attorney for 25 years and this is the strangest case she has ever had. It isn't strange - it's lots of prayer and GOD!” (Indiana)
So Abraham calledthat place The Lord Will Provide. And to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the Lord it will be provided.” Genesis 22:14
“When satan has a message to be delivered, there is always a messenger. I called my minister for support. I him that I married my husband for life and wanted to work things out. My minister began to tell me about why his first marriage didn’t work. I felt like he was talking me out of my stand. I then talked to my sister who told me she knew my husband was unhappy and she saw this coming. Two people that I trust and respect telling me to give up. Standers, be aware of ministers and family members or friends who give you an out for your marriage. Because of RMM, I was able to not fall into the trap of listening to worldly advice. I know GOD is working on my prodigal and our marriage. I now talk to no one except GOD.” (Texas)
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
“I praise the Lord for RMM and all the standers. As I was reading today's Saturday Testimonies, I could see each and every person who submitted their testimony as part of my family. I appreciate what an encouragement Charlyne and her team are as well as the encouragement from fellow standers and their boldness to share their testimonies. Thank you for standing with me. Let's keep standing and never give up. After our marriages are restored let's continue to lift our fellow standers up!” (California)
“Each time I reach my lowest lows, I thank God for Charlyne Cares. I wrote around ten questions in my journal. The same day I received the newsletter. 90% of my questions were answered. How God speaks! I was blown away! I was asking God to increase my faith, as I knew it was on a zero! And today’s Charlyne Cares was on faith! I received a copy of the divorce filing today! I had lots of fear about this. The Lord amazed me by keeping me peaceful, instead of wailing.” (India)
"My unsaved husband and I have been separated. I have grieved and prayed every day for restoration. This weekend, my husband and the other woman had a huge fight and he is now living with his parents and has sent me several text messages. I am continuing to pray for God to change his heart and return my husband to his family and accept Jesus as his Lord. God is moving and I rejoice in what He has done so far and will continue to do." (Kentucky)
I've been standing for my husband for many months. The Lord is bringing him back to our house more often, even if he doesn’t want to come home. He came home the last two Sundays and spent time with me. He is answering my phone calls and being pleasant to me. I'm not pushing him at all, it's my precious Lord Jesus. (Panama)
“As this past week was a very hard and emotional week for me I was ready to throw the towel in and walk away from my prodigal. Last night God showed me that He is in fact hearing my prayers and is moving on the other side of my mountain even though I cannot see. My prodigal came home to spend an hour with me and even told me he loved me. He also hugged me before he left which we haven’t done in over a year. PTL! I know now that God is watching over us and He’s reminding me that when you are ready to give up, He will provide you with just what you need to keep you going. Don’t give up, your miracle could be right around the corner. Praying for all of you and your families.” (Florida)
"Praise God! He is so good to my spouse and me. We were able to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas mornings together at his home. I thanked God for this very special time." (Nevada)
"Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him." Psalm 33:18
"My husband called to tell me about a dream he had. I was able to share with him my insight into his dream. He said I know him better than anyone else in the world. I was able to share that it was God. I know God is drawing my husband back to Himself and to me. God is faithful. To Him be the glory." (Canada)
"Feeling like I have bitterness, I asked God to help me forgive. I asked God for a Rhema word. Opening my Bible I found Matthew 8; 'He stretched out his hand and touched him, saying "I do choose, be clean.'" I also found the same word from another source where I get daily scriptures. Glory to God." (Colorado)
“I prayed and asked God for a sign. Within moments my husband emailed me, we met, and he hugged me tightly when we were done. I have prayed, even when too weak to pray, and given my husband to God, seeking his eyes to open, salvation, then restoration. Praise God for softening his heart and reaching out to his wife and children. God has placed a hedge of thorns that is opening his eyes. Praise God He has shown me the signs to stand, just as Charlyne said. The scriptures from Daniel and the Psalms leaped out at me. PTL! He is moving the mountain.” (Florida)
"My wife and I were re-married in August and we are on our way to a restored marriage. Thanks for all of your help and encouragement. There have been a few bumps but I'm so positive we will make it this time. I continue to read Charlyne Cares every day. Nothing is impossible!" (Texas)
"Since July, my husband had very little contact with me. But shortly before Christmas, he began calling - just out of the blue! And now we have reconciled. Glory be to God!" (South Carolina)
“It seems like every week the Lord is moving mountains. Our son was sick and needed to leave school. My wife lives many miles from the school whereas I live close by. I told her she was welcome to use my home. When I arrived home from work, there they were, my wife who left years ago and our son, napping in our bed! She later asked if I had bought a new mattress. I said no, same bed we bought together, and she commented it was the most comfortable bed ever. I believe God spoke to her about how comfortable home can be.” (California)
"I have looked and looked for a Covenant Transport truck for many months and have seen none. One day, as I was feeling a little discouraged and missing my husband, I was entering the freeway and obviously not paying attention as a semi-truck pulled in front of me. He practically ran me off the road but had he not, I would not have seen the Covenant Transport sign on the back of the truck. I thank God for this encouragement, just when I needed it." (Washington) (For several years these trucks have had a special meaning to many standers. Read why at http://rejoiceministries.org/covenant_transport.php )
"God has restored my marriage and is changing me into the wife and daughter He wants me to be! Praise Him for being so patient with me and my husband. God has kept His promises and has saved my marriage. My husband came back home and we are living daily on restoration. Praise the Lord and for all of you still standing for your marriage." (England)
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