Lifting Our Eyes to God as Foster and Adoptive Parents
Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! In this episode, I am joined by Whitney Newby, author of the new book “Lift Your Eyes: Daily Invitations to Behold Christ in Motherhood”, founder of Brighter Day Press, and a homeschooling mom of four. Whitney joins me to talk about the challenges and beauty of motherhood, particularly in the context of foster care and adoption. Whitney shares insights from her upcoming devotional based on Psalm 121, emphasizing God's attributes as a source of comfort and strength for mothers. Our conversation highlights the importance of relying on God for help and rest amidst the demands of parenting. Together, we explore the challenges of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of faith in God's provision, overcoming feelings of failure and comparison, and finding stillness amidst the chaos. We also offer practical ways to lift our eyes to Christ and incorporate biblical truths into daily rhythms, encouraging mothers to trust in God's promises and create an atmosphere of worship in their homes.Here are a few takeaways: -Psalm 121 is a comforting scripture for mothers.-God's attributes provide strength and reassurance in motherhood.-Jesus invites us to find rest in Him amidst our weariness.-God's grace is sufficient for us in our weaknesses.-We need to lean on God as our helper and provider. Leaning into faith in God's provision is essential for mothers.-Comparison can lead to feelings of isolation and guilt.-Living out our faith in front of our children is impactful.Connect with Whitney: Website New book InstagramYou can email me your questions about adoption and foster care at somercolbert@gmail.com.I'd love to connect with you on Instagram or send you my monthly newsletter with free resources and first access to episodes and more!