Rescued and Redeemed: Adoption, Family, and God’s Miraculous Provision

In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen sits down with Dr. Bryan Samms to unpack a powerful story of family, faith, and calling. Bryan shares the journey behind his new book, Rescued, the miracle of adoption in his family, the priority of marriage and kids in ministry, and the gospel picture of our adoption in Christ. You will hear how God provides in impossible seasons and how churches and men can live true religion by caring for the fatherless and strengthening the home.Whether you are exploring adoption, navigating infertility, or simply seeking to grow in your faith as a man after God, this episode will encourage your faith and provide you with practical next steps.🧭 Key TakeawaysAdoption is a vivid gospel picture of our new name, new family, and new inheritance in ChristA man’s first ministry is his home and his marriage must remain first after GodGod provides when we walk in obedience even when the path is costly or unclearTrue religion includes caring for the orphan and the widow and the local church can lead the wayInfertility and waiting can become seasons of prayer, fasting, and deep dependence on GodEvery man can participate in orphan care through prayer, giving, serving, and church initiativesPreaching and leadership gifts grow through coaching, learning, and humble practice🕐 Time Stamps00:01 Welcome and guest intro 00:45 Bryan’s story and heart for building men 03:50 Family first ministry and life priorities 08:47 Why Rescued was written and the big idea 12:37 The gospel picture of adoption from Scripture 23:14 Infertility and the waiting years 25:30 The first adoption and a miracle of provision 27:25 God gives a son after ten years 28:59 Emergency placement becomes forever family 31:34 Another child added and trusting God’s provision 36:39 How singles and couples can support adoption and foster care 41:22 Small group curriculum overview and how it works 43:49 Where to get the book and church resources🎯 Resources MentionedBook Rescued by Dr. Bryan SammsSmall group video curriculum for churchesChurch Advance podcastPulpit Advance coaching for preachersRiver City Baptist ChurchSupport the show📌 Connect with Men After God: 🌍 Website: www.menaftergod.net📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@menaftergod316📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/menaftergodpod👥 Join Our Community: facebook.com/groups/menaftergod🛒 Get MAG Merch: www.faithfulshirtscustom.com/menaftergod💙 Support Us: www.patreon.com/MenAfterGod🎙️ Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts