104 – A Battle Cry for Prodigal Parents with Debra McNinch

What happens when a parent’s heartbreak collides with spiritual warfare, and love refuses to surrender?

In today’s Bold Faith Now episode, Missy sits down with Debra McNinch, author of Battle Cry: Love Goes to War and founder of Battle Cry Moms and Battle Cry Dads, two communities created to support parents walking through the pain of prodigal children, addiction, estrangement, LGBTQ identity, unbelief, and other deep family wounds.

Debra shares the story behind her book and the moment everything changed for her family, the years of wrestling, and how God met her in the trenches of unanswered prayers. With honesty and hope, she explains why prodigal parenting is not merely emotional; it’s a spiritual battle that demands intentional prayer, biblical clarity, and community.

In this conversation, they discuss:

• How Debra’s personal journey as a mom shaped the message of Battle Cry

• Why prodigal parenting is ultimately a spiritual battle and not just a relational struggle

• What intentional, intercessory prayer actually looks like (beyond Sunday-school answers)

• How the enemy isolates parents and lies to them about being “the only one”

• The reality of spiritual warfare against families and identity

• How churches can better support families walking through prodigal seasons

• Why “no one fights alone” is far more than a slogan

Remember to live boldly for Jesus and let your light shine bright for Him!

Connect with Debra McNinch

Website: https://www.debramcninch.com
Battle Cry Moms: https://www.battlecrymoms.com
Book (Battle Cry: Love Goes to War): Available on Amazon

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