Being Drawn Back to the Father
Recently, I was thinking about the event that happened on May 17, 2026, in Washington, DC called "Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving." It was a gathering on the National Mall, where thousands came together to rededicate the United States of America as one nation under God. People across the country hosted the event in churches and homes, playing livestream videos, joined in prayer and worship, and gave testimonies.
It's amazing how the Lord orchestrated this historic event to draw people back to Father God.
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance." (Psalm 33:12 NKJV)
The Father's Heart over His People
I began thinking about Joseph, how he was favored of his father, and his brothers were jealous of that relationship. They threw him into a pit, and when the Egyptians found him, they sold him into slavery. He was wrongfully thrown into prison, etc., but through it all, he never sinned and never lost his focus. He had a dream from God and was determined to see it fulfilled.
Because of his obedience, Pharaoh gave Joseph his signet ring, or tabbaath (Strong's H2885), and authority over all of Egypt (Genesis 41:40–42). The Lord gave him favor—not just for Joseph's sake but in preparation for God's plan for his family and the nation of Israel. Psalm 105:19 says, "Until the time that his word came to pass, the word of the Lord tested him" (NKJV).
Prodigals Returning Home
In December 2025, I received a prophetic word for the new year. It was pretty lengthy, but I want to share this excerpt I wrote about the prodigal sons and daughters returning home:
"The year 2026 will be a time of awakening. Many prodigal sons and daughters who've hit rock bottom will come to their senses and return home. Those who left their father's house and squandered everything will return with humility, repentant hearts, and a vengeance against the kingdom of darkness that tried to capture and destroy them.
"They'll be stronger and more tenacious than they were before. They will become warriors for the Lord and overcomers in their generation. Their testimony will bring deliverance to many. (Photo via Picryl)
"The father will not only receive them back with open arms, but He will also adorn them with symbols of their restored identity. He will place a robe of authority on their shoulders, signifying new power and position in the Kingdom. He will put a signet ring on their finger, representing the seal of His approval, favor, and covenant promises. He will place shoes on their feet, symbolizing their readiness to walk in their God-given purpose and proclaim the good news. They will be clothed in righteousness, and identified as beloved sons and daughters, well equipped for ministry and service."
Same Father, Same Ring, Same Restoration
Joseph received a signet ring from Pharaoh because he stayed faithful through the testing. The prodigal son received a signet ring from his father because he came home in repentance. They were different situations, but the same father, same ring (selah), and same restoration of their identity and authority.
Come Back to the Father
The Lord is calling everyone to return to the Father. He is calling every Believer who has strayed to come back to their first love. To those who have lost their zeal and grown weary in well-doing, come back to the secret place, and He will receive you with open arms.
"And he said to him, 'Son, you are always with me, and all that I have is yours. It was right that we should make merry and be glad, for your brother was dead and is alive again, and was lost and is found.'" (Luke 15:31–32 NKJV)
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Elaine Tavolacci
A Word in Season
Email: Elaine@awordinseason.info
Website: www.awordinseason.info
Elaine Tavolacci resides in Staten Island, New York. She has been a student of the Word for many years. She has a prophetic gift as well as a ministry of encouragement, which teaches the Body of Christ to walk in the fullness of what the Lord has called them to. She teaches others how to be overcomers in every area of their lives and understands the power and authority that Jesus has assigned to them. Her ministry, "A Word in Season," has been an encouragement to others for years. She has learned the transforming power of the Word of God and encourages others that nothing is impossible with God.
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