Author Mike Berry, a husband and father of eight adopted children, tells what led him and his wife to pursue adoption and foster parenting. When they first started their journey they didn't understand childhood trauma, but now they do. Berry encourages couples to adopt if they feel led, but warns them that at some point there will likely be a moment when they feel they are running into a wall. He believes it's critical for them to understand that kids in chronic trauma are functioning in survival mode, and don't always know why they act the way they do.
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Does the idea of giving God your "100% yes" freak you out? Vivian Mabuni totally gets it. She talks about how scary surrendering to God can be—and yet maybe it's exactly what we need. Could letting go of that "one thing" actually save you? Vivian is also one of FamilyLife's guest contributors to the all-new Art of Marriage group study! To learn more or order your copy, visit artofmarriage.com.
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But I Don’t Want to Give That Up: Vivian Mabuni

Are modern-day miracles a thing? Brant Hansen thinks we may be missing out on the hope happening right in front of us.
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Modern-Day Miracles: Brant Hansen

You wonder if better days are just around the corner—but then, bam! Worries hit: Not having enough cash, kids struggling in school, feeling like we're falling short. Brant Hansen offers his solution for ditching those worries and trusting God in hard times.
Show Notes and Resources
	Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of their thoughts at branthansen.com.
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Can’t Stop Worrying: Brant Hansen

Worry: Is it just part of life? The thoughts of constantly regretting things you said, feeling frustrated at your boss, and even wishing the present was different can weigh heavy. But what if there's another way? Author Brant Hansen addresses worry—and whether finding joy in life is possible in a world filled with anxiety.
Show Notes and Resources
	Connect with Brant Hansen and catch more of their thoughts at branthansen.com.
	Find him on social media on Insta, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
	And grab Brant Hansen's book, "Life Is Hard. God Is Good. Let's Dance.: Experiencing Real Joy in a World Gone Mad" in our shop!
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Life is Hard. God is Good. Let’s Dance: Brant Hansen

How do you make the gospel the heart of your family? Jared C. Wilson and his wife Becky are all about deepening your family's love for Jesus and how it can inspire others along the way. Check out 5 sneak peeks from Jared's book, "Love Me Anyway" to see how grace fits in, even in the chaos!
Show Notes and Resources
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	And grab Jared C. Wilson's book, "Love Me Anyway: How God's Perfect Love Fills Our Deepest Longing" in our shop.
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