Where even is "there"?We spend so much of our lives chasing the next destination."When the placement settles...""When life calms down...""When I have more confidence...""When I finally get there..."But what if there isn't the goal?In this episode of Together Through Fostering, Jess shares how God often works through the messy middle, not after we've arrived.Whether you're navigating a new foster placement, building new rhythms at home, stepping into a new calling, or simply trying to work out what God is asking of you next, this conversation is a reminder that obedience is rarely about having the whole blueprint.It's about taking the next faithful step.In this episode we explore:✨ Why we're always chasing "there"✨ Learning to embrace the messy middle✨ Trusting God's timing instead of our own✨ How small acts of obedience shape our future✨ Why sustainable growth happens one step at a time✨ What God can do through ordinary faithfulnessOne of the biggest questions we ask in this episode is:"Have I become so focused on where I'm going that I've stopped noticing what God is building today?"Because maybe the goal isn't arriving.Maybe the goal is becoming.Scripture featured:Zechariah 4:10"Do not despise these small beginnings..."Sometimes the smallest acts of obedience become the biggest turning points in our lives.The Sustainable Fostering Framework™If you're ready to build stronger emotional, relational and spiritual foundations for your fostering journey, I'd love to invite you to explore the Sustainable Fostering Framework™.Created to help foster carers move from simply surviving to fostering sustainably through faith, practical wisdom and intentional growth.👉 Learn more here:https://www.fosteringkingdoms.com/frameworkI'd love to hear from you.What is one small step you feel God is asking you to take right now?Share your thoughts in the comments below.If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a comment and send it to another foster carer who may need this reminder today.Topics covered• Foster Care • Christian Foster Care • Faith & Fostering • Sustainable Fostering • Obedience • Personal Growth • Spiritual Growth • Trusting God • Calling • Foster Carer Wellbeing • Christian Encouragement • Leadership • Stewardship #FosterCare #FaithAndFostering #ChristianFostering #SustainableFostering #TrustGod #Obedience #Calling #FosterCarers #PersonalGrowth #FosteringKingdoms #ChristianEncouragement #Stewardship