I almost lost my only son to bad company until something opened his eyes

My name is Patrick and I come from Machakos. I am a father of three children. My eldest son, Brian, is the one who gave me sleepless nights for many years.

When he was a young boy, he was bright and respectful. He used to help his mother with chores and even did well in school. But when he joined secondary school, things changed.

He started keeping bad friends who introduced him to alcohol and smoking. At first, I thought it was just a phase.

I spoke to him many times, but he did not listen. Every time I scolded him, he would become more rebellious.

Sometimes he stayed out all night and came home in the morning smelling of alcohol. It broke my heart.

I tried everything. I took him to church for prayers, talked to teachers, and even sought advice from elders, but nothing worked.

His mother cried almost every night. I remember one day when he was arrested after fighting at a local bar. That day, I felt like I had failed as a father…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>