Download or read book Fostering Prayer written by Jessica Mathisen and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-26 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The foster care journey is tumultuous, with so many unknowns and uncertainties that shape every day. When parenting children from hard places, the emotions run the gamut from unbridled joy to paralyzing fear. You may feel completely overwhelmed with all that God has entrusted you, or you may feel humbled and honored. Either way, prayer can change hearts, even when circumstances remain the same. In this 40 day guide, you will be encouraged by real life examples, along with Bible verses and sample prayers included with each day. You will intentionally pray for every aspect of the foster care journey. By doing so, you can exchange fear for faith and anxiety for peace.
Download or read book Confessions of an Adoptive Parent written by Mike Berry and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2018-02-06 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Know That You Are Not Alone on This Journey Adopting or fostering a child brings its own unique set of challenges only another parent facing the same uphill climb could possibly understand. From parenting children with traumatic pasts, to dealing with attachment issues, to raising a child with special needs, it can sometimes be a struggle just getting through the day. Mike Berry knows the loneliness and isolation you can easily feel in your particular parenting role—because he's been there. He's still there, and he wants to give you the hope and encouragement you so desperately need. There are plenty of how-to guides out there on parenting, but this one-of-a-kind book is specifically designed to address your needs as a parent of an adopted or foster child. With a refreshing dose of honesty, empathy, and care, you'll discover you are definitely not alone on your journey and God has a very special plan for you and your family.
Download or read book Fostering Hope written by Rob Lee and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This prayer book offers a wellspring of experience for those who know adoptions well and for those who have walked alongside others who have adopted. Those who have written prayers for this short book include clergy and laypeople; men, women, and nonbinary folk; gay and straight; Black and white; well-off and struggling. They encompass, as you will see, the beauty of what God is doing in the peculiar world of adoption and foster care"--
Download or read book Foster the Family written by Jamie C. Finn and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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, easy-to-read 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.
Download or read book Prayers from the Heart written by Richard J. Foster and published by HarperOne. This book was released on 1994-06-18 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My whole life, in one sense, he has been an experiment in how to be a portable sanctuary," writes Richard Foster, "learning to practice the presence of God in the midst of the stresses and strains of contemporary life." So begins Foster's most personal work yet, a book of prayers that seek to lead us to experience "the reality of God in the midst of going to work and raising kids and cleaning house and paying the bills." Drawing on the structure of his awardwinning Prayer: Finding the Heart's True Home, Foster presents this collection of prayers according to the three aspects of the human journey: looking inward to the heart, reaching upward toward God, and moving outward to care for others. These prayers speak to moments in our days and events in our lives. Simply and powerfully expressing such basic human experiences as wonder, stillness, the loneliness of anonymity, and the search for faith, Foster encourages us to explore the transformative power of prayer that draws us into the love of God and gives Christian community its life. Longtime Foster readers and newcomers alike will cherish this rich and thoroughly contemporary book from one of our most respected spirtual leaders.
Download or read book Fostering Children s Faith written by Jeanne Hall and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fostering faith in children is a shared privilege and responsibility of parents, godparents, and the church community. We promise our children at baptism that we will support them in their faith formation--in the formation of their relationship with God. We need to take this promise seriously. This book is intended to be an accessible and helpful resource for parents and other adults who seek to foster children's faith. This book succinctly explores many ways we can support children's faith formation, including our day-to-day interactions with children, the images of God we share with them, how we pray together, the rituals we create, service opportunities we provide, music we share together, the stories we tell and listen to, our celebration of the sacraments, and more. While this book has a distinctly Roman Catholic orientation, much of the content will be relevant for a wider Christian audience. Lastly, but perhaps most importantly, this book is rooted in the conviction that the God we seek relationship with and that we hope to foster our children's relationship with is one who is infinitely loving, welcoming, and always yearning for deeper connection with us.
Download or read book Pray A to Z written by Amelia Rhodes and published by Worthy Inspired. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pray A-Z: A Practical Guide to Praying for Your Community will help you topically organize your prayer requests and lay the burdens of your community at the feet of our Heavenly Father. Whether you are praying for a friend's adoption journey, a neighbor's bankruptcy, or a family member's cancer, this book will give you Bible verses, prayer prompts, and prayer starts to guide you through praying for even the most difficult issues that affect the people you know and love. Perfect for either individual or group prayer, Pray A-Z will help you experience the peace that comes from communicating with God.
Download or read book Prayer written by Barbara Smith and published by RWG Publishing. This book was released on 2023-02-01 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Prayer: A Guide to a Deeper Relationship with God" is a comprehensive guide to the art of prayer. This book provides a clear understanding of the power of prayer, and how to develop a heart that longs for a deeper relationship with God. The reader will learn how to make prayer a habit, and the importance of listening in prayer. This book delves into the role of faith, and how to overcome obstacles to prayer. The benefits of group prayer and the practice of intercession are also explored. The power of persistent prayer, discovering God's will through prayer, and the benefits of quiet time with God are key topics covered in this guide. This book also addresses the practice of praying for others, and for one's own life and future. Trusting God's timing in answered prayers and the beauty of adoration in prayer are other important aspects of this book. The reader will learn about fostering a heart of gratitude through prayer, and the importance of praying for strength and endurance. The ultimate goal of prayer is intimacy with God, and this guide will show how to cultivate a heart of humility through prayer, and the benefits of fasting and prayer. The role of confession, peace of mind, and praying for forgiveness and healing are also discussed. The beauty of blessing in prayer, and the importance of blessing others is a key part of this guide. The joy of singing praises to God, and the freedom of worship in prayer, as well as learning to pray through suffering are other important aspects of this book. "Prayer: A Guide to a Deeper Relationship with God" is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual connection with God through prayer.
Download or read book Filled written by Jamie C. Finn and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2024-09-24 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though the words "foster care" are not in the Bible, the act of caring for the vulnerable is clearly important to God. Perhaps nowhere is that kind of tender attention and care for the vulnerable more evident than in the act of fostering a child. But as foster parents pour themselves into the children God has called them to care for, they may find themselves feeling emptied, in need of being refreshed and reinvigorated for the day to come. With 60 devotions written especially for foster parents by a foster parent, Filled offers a special boost of spiritual energy and encouragement particular to the unique joys and challenges faced by those who open their homes and hearts to kids in need of love. Each reading includes Scripture, a real-life anecdote from the author's experience as a foster parent, an explanation of the biblical text, and suggestions for continued reading.
Download or read book Attaching Through Love Hugs and Play written by Deborah D. Gray and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2014-04-21 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capturing the warmth and fun of forming close relationships with children, this book offers simple advice to parents of children who find it difficult to attach and bond - whether following adoption, divorce or other difficult experiences. Attachment therapist Deborah D. Gray describes how to use the latest thinking on attachment in your daily parenting. She reveals sensory techniques which have proven to help children bond - straightforward activities like keeping close eye contact or stroking a child's feet or cheeks - and explains why routines like mealtimes and play time are so important in helping children to attach. The book offers positive ideas for responding to immediate crises like difficult behaviour and meltdowns, but importantly also offers longer-term strategies to help children to develop the skills they need to cope as they grow up - the ability to plan, concentrate and be in control of their emotions. Offering fascinating insights into how children who struggle to attach can be helped, this book is full of easy-to-use ideas which will help you to enjoy the many pleasures of bonding and attaching with your child.
Download or read book Faith Foster Care written by John Degarmo and published by New Hope Publishers (AL). This book was released on 2016-05-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with personal stories and Scripture, Faith & Foster Care shows how to practically and specifically live out your faith in foster care ministry. An encouraging resource for novice or experienced advocates and parents, specific issues addressed include advice on marriage and foster care, how to love the foster child and birth family, how to pray for your foster child and birth family, and how to let go when children leave your care. See how your actions have a far-reaching impact when you live out your faith.
Download or read book The Birthing Room of Prayer written by Chiffon Foster and published by Chiffon Foster. This book was released on 2007-09-04 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Birthing Room of Prayer was written for intercessors and prayer warriors. It provides the steps for beginners and increases in revelation for those who pray prophetically. The Birthing Room of Prayer brings to light the trimesters of prayer, how to engage the Heavens and the barriers that prevent effective prayer.
Download or read book The Connected Parent written by Lisa Qualls and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There Is Hope for Every Child, Every Parent, and Every Family Parenting under the best of circumstances can be difficult. And raising children who have come to your home from “hard places,” who have their own set of unique needs, brings even more challenges. You may have discovered that the techniques that worked with your birth children are not working with your adopted or foster child. Renowned child-development expert Dr. Karyn Purvis gives you practical advice and powerful tools you can use to encourage secure attachment in your family. You will benefit from Karyn’s decades of clinical research and real-world experience. Coauthor Lisa Qualls demonstrates how you can successfully implement these strategies in your home, just as she did in hers. You will learn how to simplify your approach using scripts, nurture your child, combat chronic fear, teach respect, and develop other valuable tools to facilitate a healing connection with your child. The Connected Parent will help you lovingly guide your children and bring renewed hope and restoration to your family.
Download or read book Prayer written by Philip Zaleski and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2006-10 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paying homage to prayer traditions from around the world and throughout history, this celebration of prayer covers everything from Pentacoastalist revivals to the sacred pipe to the Catholic rosary.
Download or read book Quinn s Promise Rock written by Christie Thomas and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help Your Child Grab Hold of God's Promises Quinn, the thoughtful little owl, has a lot of worries and questions for her father. "What if I get lost?" "What if you dive and I don't notice?" "What if you get too far ahead of me and I can't find you?" Written for children experiencing moments of separation anxiety or other common fears, Quinn's Promise Rock reminds kids that God will always be there for them, whatever happens or wherever they go. Share this comforting truth with your child today.
Download or read book Quinn Says Goodbye written by Christie Thomas and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Goodbye Is Never Easy, but God Can Make It Better When Quinn the Owl makes a new friend, a firefly named Blink, she is filled with joy. But one night, Quinn wakes up to find her friend has disappeared in a flash. “Momma, why didn’t God make Blink stay with me? Didn’t he know how much I loved him?” “God doesn’t always stop bad things from happening, Quinn. But He does promise that He will always be with you, and He will never stop being your friend.” Beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully written, Quinn Says Goodbye is designed for children dealing with different kinds of loss, whether it be death of a pet or a family member, or simply the loss of a favorite toy. Remind little ones that although people and things might not be in their life forever, God will never leave them.
Download or read book Home of Hope Daily Prayers and Reflections for Foster Carers written by William Gomes and published by William Gomes. This book was released on 2024-02-23 with total page 1 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the unique journey of foster care, where every day presents both challenges and opportunities for growth, "Home of Hope: Daily Prayers and Reflections for Foster Carers" by William Gomes emerges as a vital companion. This 45-day guide is a testament to the transformative power of faith, love, and resilience in the fostering experience, offering a daily sanctuary for reflection, prayer, and inspiration. Who Will Benefit: Tailored specifically for foster carers, this book reaches out to both seasoned practitioners and those newly considering the path of fostering. It addresses the heart and soul of those committed to nurturing vulnerable children, providing spiritual sustenance and encouragement for the journey ahead. What’s Inside: Each day is carefully structured to include a Scripture reading from the New King James Version (NKJV), a reflective meditation that ties the day's theme to the realities of foster care, and a prayer that echoes the challenges and joys of this unique calling. The reflections are designed to prompt deeper understanding and connection with God's presence in the midst of fostering's ups and downs, cultivating a heart of service inspired by divine love. Usage: "Home of Hope" is versatile, serving as a personal guide, a resource for foster care support groups, or a thoughtful gift for a friend involved in foster care. Its daily format makes it easy to incorporate into busy schedules, offering a moment of peace and reflection in the midst of life’s demands. Audience: This book is a beacon for anyone touched by the world of foster care—current and prospective carers, social workers, and anyone involved in child welfare. It’s crafted for those looking for spiritual grounding in their service to children in need, regardless of where they are on their faith journey. Why Read This Book: In a role that requires boundless compassion, patience, and resilience, "Home of Hope" provides not just guidance but also recognition of the sacred work foster carers do. William Gomes offers a spiritual foundation that celebrates the joy, confronts the sorrow, and ultimately finds the profound hope embedded in the act of fostering. Embark on this reflective journey to deepen your faith, renew your spirit, and embrace the daily blessings of foster care. Let "Home of Hope" be your guide, enriching your service with a heart full of love, a mind inspired by Scripture, and a soul anchored in the assurance of God’s unwavering support and guidance.
