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.

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📚 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.

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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.

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📚 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.

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content: https://www.facebook.com/housetohouseStudios

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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.

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📚 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