226. Why We Stepped Into Foster Care

Send us Fan MailWhat would happen if we stopped seeing foster care as someone else’s problem?Right now, there are nearly 400,000 children in the foster care system, and behind each number is a real child, a real family, a real story. In this episode, we’re sharing a bit about our own journey into foster care—what led us to say “yes” when so many step back, and why the fight for families is more urgent than ever.We dig into the hard truths about why families are struggling, the ripple effects on communities, and what it really takes to step into the gap. But this isn’t just about fostering—it’s about how all of us can play a role in strengthening families, whether we open our homes or simply open our hearts.So, what’s God calling you to do? Let’s talk about it.Episode Highlights: Why we stepped into foster care.Answering the call.Addressing spiritual warfare.Sharing statistics.Where we place our hope.Fighting for family.Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With:Jointheforce.usFollow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyadkinsFollow Corey on Instagram @mrcoreyadkinsFind us on Youtube!Email Bethany at [email protected] Get involved at Hope Bridge.Listen Episode 160 & 161.This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.