You've given me a lot to contemplate. I am writing a book about reclaiming one's life after becoming estranged from one's children. I have not been reading other books on the topic because I want to process my experiences and consider what I have learned from reading the Bible. I am having trouble knowing how to address some issues that others in this sad situation have expressed. My biggest challenge is being able to put myself in the mindset of someone who struggles with or doesn't believe in the sovereignty of God.