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Summary

In this conversation, Kristen Brock shares her journey of stepping out in faith and becoming a foster mom to two boys. She talks about the challenges she faced as a single mom and the unique parenting approach she had to take due to the trauma her boys had experienced. Kristen also discusses the sacrifices she made and the importance of finding support and pouring into oneself. She shares her dream of standing on stages and speaking about justice issues and trauma, and the need for better understanding and empathy in the church. The conversation between Kristen Brock and Hilary Morris revolves around the themes of love, obedience, trust, and letting go of control. Kristen shares personal stories of how she learned to love and forgive others, even when they unintentionally hurt her or her family. She emphasizes the importance of following God's will and not being results-driven. Kristen also discusses the challenges of pursuing a calling in social justice and encourages listeners to block out outside noise and focus on what God is asking them to do. You can connect with Kristen on Instagram at @jesusjusticeandmercy or online at https://linktr.ee/kristenannettebrock

Takeaways

• Kristen felt a clear calling from God to become a foster mom and provide a loving home for children who had experienced trauma.

• Parenting children with trauma requires a different approach and flexibility compared to parenting biological children.

• Support from friends and finding ways to pour into oneself are crucial for maintaining resilience and navigating the challenges of parenting.

• Kristen's dream is to stand on stages and speak about justice issues and trauma, advocating for better understanding and empathy in the church. Love your neighbor as yourself, both inside and outside the church.

• Trust in God's plan and let go of control.

• Be obedient in your calling, even when it's challenging.

• Don't be results-driven; focus on faith and God's glory.

• Embrace the journey and be present in the moment.

• Allow yourself to feel and express anger, sadness, and disappointment to God.

• Don't let outside opinions deter you from following God's calling.

• Recognize that pursuing a calling in social justice may not be popular, but stay true to what God has asked you to do.

• Remember that the journey is about sanctification and becoming the person God created you to be.

• Don't be discouraged by the lack of immediate results; trust that God is working through you.

• Let go of expectations and trust in God's timing and plan.

• Be still and listen to God's voice in your heart.

Chapters

00:00 God's Plan and Unexpected Paths

01:32 Adopting Through the Foster System

04:14 Different Parenting Approaches

04:43 Advocating for Children with Trauma

05:10 Understanding Childhood Trauma

06:01 Emotional and Physical Support

07:31 Current Status of the Children

08:18 Future Goals

09:39 Helping Others Understand Childhood Trauma

10:06 Part-time Work and Dreaming Big

11:28 Trusting God's Guidance

12:53 Parenting Boys of Color

14:05 Feeling Unqualified but Called