Her Joyful Adoption and Fearless Fostering Journey | How Anyone Can Help Children in Need of Love

Her Joyful Adoption and Fearless Fostering Journey | How Anyone Can Help Children in Need of Love

When life did not go as planned, Julie said yes to something even greater. In this inspiring episode of Tempered, Mental Health Therapist Julie shares how she and her husband moved beyond the heartbreak of infertility and stepped into the beauty of adoption—raising two amazing children. Later, they opened their home again to foster children, offering safety, love, and hope where it was needed most. Julie’s story is a testament to what God can do with surrendered hearts—and she doesn’t hold back when it comes to what churches and believers must do to support families walking the adoption and foster care journey. 💡 Whether you're considering fostering, looking for ways to support others, or just want to be encouraged—this episode is for you. 💖Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571088621499 🎁 Help Support Our Show: https://gladtidingspublishing.com/collections/tempered 📚 Chapters: 00:00 - Preview 01:11 - Intro 01:56 - About Julie 03:28 - Her Infertility Journey 08:46 - A Supportive Marriage through Infertility 09:54 - Deciding on Adoption 14:10 - Life With Adopted Children 18:14 - All Christians Must Care About Vulnerable Children 19:57 - The Difference Between Fostering and Adopting 23:32 - How the Church Should Care for Children 25:42 - How to Pursue Adoption or Fostering 28:17 - End Credits 🔥 Faith and resilience are the driving forces behind the series, "Tempered". Sharing the stories of women who have overcome hardship, this show is a testament to the strength of a faithful Christian woman. These ladies share their stories of trauma, loss, and the profound ways their beliefs carried them through the darkest of times with honesty and courage. Their strength and determination to not merely survive, but to thrive in the face of adversity has tempered them into who they are today. 🎥 Check out House to House Studios for lots of behind the scenes content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios #TemperedShow

He Left Me Behind—But God Stayed | How I Reclaimed Joy from Betrayal & Depression

When Monda discovered her husband’s pornography addiction, she didn’t walk away—she stayed, prayed, and fought for her marriage. A committed Christian, Monda held on through betrayal, hoping for reconciliation even as he chose to leave. Left as a single mother, she battled depression and an eating disorder while raising her children with strength and conviction. Through heartbreak and perseverance, God was with her—and today, she lives a life full of joy and support with the family she and God have built. 💖Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571088621499 🎁 Help Support Our Show: https://gladtidingspublishing.com/collections/tempered 📚 Chapters: 00:00 - Preview 02:42 - About Monda 03:48 - What Jesus Says About Marriage 09:03 - Monda and Her 1st Husband 10:40 - Discovering His Porn Addiction 14:12 - Willingness to Reconcile 16:34 - Tennessee Complicates the Divorce 18:52 - A Church Who Was Truly Family 22:55 - Sharing Custody of the Children 25:23 - Trauma, Anger, and Depression 31:05 - The Story of Monda, Nell, Carla, and Kevin 34:08 - Monda and Kevin Fall in Love 35:27 - Amazing Providence 36:42 - Kevin Adopts Allen & Bonnie / Monda Adopts Zack 37:47 - God's Will is Not the Same as God's Providence 39:53 - Monda's Advice for Divorced Women 43:09 - Divorce Can be More Difficult Than Death 45:59 - Two Hearts Who Share the Pain 47:20 - How to Protect Yourself While Dating 51:08 - Satan Wants Your Marriage to Fail 51:40 - Closing Statements 52:23 - Credits 🔥 Faith and resilience are the driving forces behind the series, "Tempered". Sharing the stories of women who have overcome hardship, this show is a testament to the strength of a faithful Christian woman. These ladies share their stories of trauma, loss, and the profound ways their beliefs carried them through the darkest of times with honesty and courage. Their strength and determination to not merely survive, but to thrive in the face of adversity has tempered them into who they are today. 🎥 Check out House to House Studios for lots of behind the scenes content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios #TemperedShow

Should Christians Do IVF? Why We Said No and Chose Embryo Adoption

In this special 10-minute episode of Tempered, Kate shares a deeply personal and faith-driven decision: why she and her husband chose not to pursue IVF, and how they were led to the path of embryo adoption. 💬 With honesty and conviction, Kate explains the ethical concerns that made IVF feel incompatible with her beliefs—and the joy and peace she found through adopting frozen embryos. ✨ If you’ve ever wondered about the spiritual and emotional side of fertility decisions, this episode offers a heartfelt and hope-filled perspective. 🔔 Subscribe to hear more faith-driven stories from women who’ve been tested—and tempered. 📺 Watch the full first episode of Kate’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD5RrNX-7zk&list=PLpurb4WUPo0Mhs7MgwjONamegUrpscGS9 💖Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571088621499 🎁 Help Support Our Show: https://gladtidingspublishing.com/collections/tempered 📚 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Looking at IVF 04:11 - Embryo Adoption 06:40 - Kate's Message to Couples 08:01 - The Option of Embryo Adoption 10:38 - Definition of IVF and Embryo Adoption 11:17 - Credits 🔥 Faith and resilience are the driving forces behind the series, "Tempered". Sharing the stories of women who have overcome hardship, this show is a testament to the strength of a faithful Christian woman. These ladies share their stories of trauma, loss, and the profound ways their beliefs carried them through the darkest of times with honesty and courage. Their strength and determination to not merely survive, but to thrive in the face of adversity has tempered them into who they are today. 🎥 Check out House to House Studios for lots of behind the scenes content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios #TemperedShow

From Infertility to Hope: Our Embryo Adoption Story of Faith and Family

Struggling with infertility or exploring embryo adoption? This powerful embryo adoption story dives deep into the infertility journey, comparing IVF vs embryo adoption and exploring infertility options from a Christian perspective. Learn about frozen embryo adoption, the embryo adoption process, and the emotional and legal aspects of adopting embryos. Discover how faith and fertility intersect in Christian motherhood, offering infertility encouragement and hope for motherhood after infertility. Whether you're curious about fertility treatments, embryo donation, or seeking a faith-based fertility journey, this embryo adoption story provides insight, support, and inspiration. Watch now for a heartfelt embryo adoption Q&A on faith, family, Christian parenting, and the joys of pregnancy after embryo adoption! 💖Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571088621499 🎁 Help Support Our Show: https://gladtidingspublishing.com/collections/tempered 👶 What are your thoughts on embryo adoption? Would you consider it, or do you have any questions about the process? I'd love to hear your perspective! If you are interested in Embryo Adoption, consider looking into Snowflakes ( https://nightlight.org/snowflakes-embryo-adoption-donation/ ) or the National Embryo Donation Center ( https://www.embryodonation.org/ ) 🔥 Faith and resilience are the driving forces behind the series, "Tempered". Sharing the stories of women who have overcome hardship, this show is a testament to the strength of a faithful Christian woman. These ladies share their stories of trauma, loss, and the profound ways their beliefs carried them through the darkest of times with honesty and courage. Their strength and determination to not merely survive, but to thrive in the face of adversity has tempered them into who they are today. 🎥 Check out House to House Studios for lots of behind the scenes content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios #TemperedShow

Welcome to Tempered: A Show for Women Who Overcome

Christian women face unique challenges—but too often, their struggles go unspoken. In this eye-opening documentary series, we dive deep into topics that uncover the truth and find hope. 💖Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571088621499 🎁 Help Support Our Show: https://gladtidingspublishing.com/collections/tempered 🔥 Faith and resilience are the driving forces behind the series, "Tempered". Sharing the stories of women who have overcome hardship, this show is a testament to the strength of a faithful Christian woman. These ladies share their stories of trauma, loss, and the profound ways their beliefs carried them through the darkest of times with honesty and courage. Their strength and determination to not merely survive, but to thrive in the face of adversity has tempered them into who they are today. 🎥 Check out House to House Studios for lots of behind the scenes content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios #TemperedShow