Simply127

As a young man, Peter Abungu, wrestled to reconcile what he knew to be true about God with his present reality. He lost both of his parents at a young age and desired a close friend to walk with him through these difficult circumstances. Swahiba is a Swahili word that portrays the friendship of David and Jonathan in the Old Testament. Listen to Peter's story of how God led him to the largest slum in Kenya to ensure that young people will know the truth of the friend who sticks closer than a brother. You will be blessed to get to know Peter better through this conversation.

Tim Raynor shares how God orchestrated his story in unexpected ways to care for the vulnerable. We hope you will think critically about how God has positioned you to walk in obedience in this endeavor, as well. Five years ago Tim put his yes on the table. Be blessed by his little story in God's big story! 

Sloan shares her family's story through the journey of foster care and adoption while challenging believers to join in the fight for the vulnerable. Not everyone is called to adopt, but everyone is called to do something. This is such an important conversation, and you will love listening to these two friends chat about the path that Sloan and her husband, Dustin, have taken.

This lady will inspire you to be obedient to what God has called you to do! Listen in to hear about Rose's humble beginnings and fierce faith to care for the world's most vulnerable people. Rose says, "When there is a child who is lost, hope is lost. Christ has us as his ambassadors. An ambassador always advocates. We have to advocate on behalf of Christ who died for us."

We hope you will be challenged by listening to Rose Bugusu as she gives her speech from the 2019 IDC Justice Gala. Listen to how Rose is changing the trajectory for hundreds of children who are growing up in rural Kenya. She offers some hard truths to her American friends, as well. 

In Episode 6, you will hear from Laura Steele, adoptive mom, talking with Sara Beth about the joys and challenges of her journey with foster care and adoption as well as practical ways you can get involved with Safe Families for Children.

God has shifted Paul's perspective in recent years shaping his theology of justice. This is a great conversation talking about how healthy churches are the best plan for caring for the vulnerable. So much good information in this episode. You will want to take some notes!

Paul Boekell is a pastor at Redemption Church in Huntington, WV. He and his wife have adopted from Uganda. Listen as he shares his own justice journey and explains how church leaders can begin to partner with local leaders to globally care for the vulnerable.    

Check out this great conversation about compassion fatigue and making rest and self- care a priority in the midst of this difficult work. Eleanor has been a great mentor, coach, and friend to many people struggling to care for themselves in the midst of caring for others. We hope you will find today's episode so helpful as you tangibly live out James 1:27.

Listen in this week to a great conversation with Rick Morton from Lifeline Christian Services. We cover his family's journey with three international adoptions, the importance of finding mentors in this work, and some exciting things that are currently happening at Lifeline. We hope you enjoy listening and are challenged to engage more!