In this episode of the Men After God podcast, host Luke Sorensen sits down with Dr. Bryan Samms to unpack a powerful story of family, faith, and calling. Bryan shares the journey behind his new book, Rescued, the miracle of adoption in his family, the priority of marriage and kids in ministry, and the gospel picture of our adoption in Christ. You will hear how God provides in impossible seasons and how churches and men can live true religion by caring for the fatherless and strengthening the home.

Whether you are exploring adoption, navigating infertility, or simply seeking to grow in your faith as a man after God, this episode will encourage your faith and provide you with practical next steps.

🧭 Key Takeaways

Adoption is a vivid gospel picture of our new name, new family, and new inheritance in Christ
A man’s first ministry is his home and his marriage must remain first after God
God provides when we walk in obedience even when the path is costly or unclear
True religion includes caring for the orphan and the widow and the local church can lead the way
Infertility and waiting can become seasons of prayer, fasting, and deep dependence on God
Every man can participate in orphan care through prayer, giving, serving, and church initiatives
Preaching and leadership gifts grow through coaching, learning, and humble practice

🕐 Time Stamps

00:01 Welcome and guest intro
00:45 Bryan’s story and heart for building men
03:50 Family first ministry and life priorities
08:47 Why Rescued was written and the big idea
12:37 The gospel picture of adoption from Scripture
23:14 Infertility and the waiting years
25:30 The first adoption and a miracle of provision
27:25 God gives a son after ten years
28:59 Emergency placement becomes forever family
31:34 Another child added and trusting God’s provision
36:39 How singles and couples can support adoption and foster care
41:22 Small group curriculum overview and how it works
43:49 Where to get the book and church resources

🎯 Resources Mentioned

Book Rescued by Dr. Bryan Samms
Small group video curriculum for churches
Church Advance podcast
Pulpit Advance coaching for preachers
River City Baptist Church

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