226. Why We Stepped Into Foster Care

A Force To Be Reckoned With

What 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.us
• Follow Bethany on Instagram @bethanyadkins
• Follow Corey on Instagram @mrcoreyadkins
• Find 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.

Chapters

1. Understanding Our True Battles (00:00:00)

2. Who Are We Really Fighting Against? (00:08:00)

3. The Decision: Why We Entered Foster Care (00:36:09)

4. Reflecting on Family Dynamics (00:41:10)

5. Statistics and the Reality of Foster Care (01:20:00)

6. The Role of Families in America Today (02:00:00)

7. What Can We Do to Help? (02:52:00)

8. Understanding the Impact of Foster Care (03:38:00)

9. Final Thoughts and Encouragement (04:45:00)