When We Couldn't Start a Family, God DID!

💡 Connect & Support Learn more about Activated: https://activatedteams.org/contact In this episode, Tim sits down with David, a pastor from Wisconsin, to discuss his family’s emotional journey through infertility. David opens up about the spiritual and ethical struggles of navigating IVF, dealing with disappointment, and finding God's provision in the midst of it all. David's story is a beautiful testament to trusting God's faithfulness. Chapters: [00:00] Introduction & Welcome [04:27] The Start of the Infertility Journey [08:55] The Ethics and Costs of IVF [14:31] A Miraculous Provision [19:00] Finding God in the Wait & Defining Suffering [26:20] The Foster-to-Adopt Process [28:34] Dealing with Pain and Unhelpful Comments in Ministry [35:14] Foster-to-Adopt and Loving Open-Handedly [37:50] Becoming a Family: Adopting Three Children [39:49] The Surprise [42:35] Joy vs. Happiness: Finding True Delight in Christ [51:42] Ministry, Discipleship, and the Family [55:18] David's Prayer