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Foster the Family: Encouragement, Hope, and Practical Help for the Christian Foster Parent
Written by Jamie C. Finn
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There are great rewards that come along with being a foster parent, yet there are also great challenges that can leave you feeling depleted, alone, and discouraged. The many burdens of a foster parent's day-hurting children, struggling biological parents, and a broken system-are only compounded by the many burdens of a foster parent's heart-confusion, anxiety, heartache, anger, and fear.
With the compassion and insight of a fellow foster parent, Jamie C. Finn helps you see your struggles through the lens of the gospel, bringing biblical truths to bear on your unique everyday realities. In these short, accessible chapters, you'll find honest, personal stories and practical lessons that provide encouragement and direction from God's Word as you walk the journey of foster parenting.
With the compassion and insight of a fellow foster parent, Jamie C. Finn helps you see your struggles through the lens of the gospel, bringing biblical truths to bear on your unique everyday realities. In these short, accessible chapters, you'll find honest, personal stories and practical lessons that provide encouragement and direction from God's Word as you walk the journey of foster parenting.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The very best book I’ve read on foster care. It was salve for my soul during a difficult foster care situation. Jamie helps us look at every high and low of foster care through the perspective of our Almighty Father. It is a must read for any Christian foster parent.
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