{"product_id":"foster-care-with-a-christian-tammy-r-rhodus-9798292639732","title":"Foster Care With a Christian Perspective: Resource Fostering","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnter the world of foster care through a biblical lens with \u003ci\u003eFoster Care from a Christian Perspective: Resource Fostering\u003c\/i\u003e. This concise yet powerful guide equips foster parents, caregivers, church leaders, and social workers to navigate the blessings and trials of foster care with faith and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharles A. and Tammy R. Rhodus, with over a decade of experience in fostering, offer practical insights and spiritual grounding. This book is not a personal memoir but a resource-rich manual based on Scripture and Christian principles, designed to empower believers to serve vulnerable children with grace, patience, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside the Book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. God's Call to Foster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore how the Bible calls Christians to care for orphans and the marginalized. Learn how fostering fits into God's redemptive plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Faith as the Foundation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover how fostering shapes spiritual growth, trust in God, and deepens personal discipleship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Emotional Realities of Foster Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnderstand the emotional highs and lows-grief, attachment, and healing-for both children and caregivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Practical Wisdom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLearn strategies for navigating the foster system, advocating for children, and building structured, loving homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Building a Christ-Centered Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreate a nurturing environment rooted in biblical values, worship, and respect for each child's background.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Supporting Biological Families\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShow compassion and grace to birth families, and embrace the goal of reunification when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. The Role of the Church\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEquip your church to support foster families, offer resources, and develop foster care ministries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. Endurance and Hope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFind biblical encouragement through the trials of fostering, and embrace the joy God provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Read This Book?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe foster care system is in crisis, and the Church is called to respond. This book equips Christians with tools and biblical insight to foster with love and purpose. It bridges the gap between faith and practice, making it essential for anyone involved in or considering foster care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a foster parent, social worker, ministry leader, or simply exploring God's call, this book will guide, challenge, and encourage you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrounded in Scripture and Christian principles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eReflection questions and prayer guides\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrauma-informed care from a faith-based perspective\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eChurch engagement tools and checklists\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharles A. and Tammy R. Rhodus have served in foster care for over ten years. As devoted Christians, they provide biblical insight and practical guidance to help families and churches fulfill God's call to care for vulnerable children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnswer God's Call\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLet this book equip you to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Read it. Share it. Live it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrder your copy of \u003ci\u003eFoster Care from a Christian Perspective: Resource Fostering\u003c\/i\u003e and become part of a redemptive movement reflecting God's heart.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Tammy R. Rhodus,Charles A. 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