Episode 10

Episode 10 - Foster Care Favorites: Stories That Fill Our Hearts

Published on: 22nd July, 2025

In this episode of Dream Small, Jason and Whitney take a trip down memory lane, sharing some of their most meaningful, funny, and heartwarming moments from their foster care journey.

From unforgettable smiles to unexpected friendships, this episode is a celebration of how God shows up in the small things. You’ll hear:

  • The moment a gummy baby smile turned exhaustion into joy
  • The emotional rollercoaster of adoption day
  • How a Walmart parking lot became a sacred place of encouragement
  • Why being called “super Christians” left them both laughing—and reflecting
  • The powerful ministry of foster care and how it’s changed their community

Whether you're a fellow foster parent, considering getting involved, or just curious about the day-to-day joys and chaos of a big family with a big mission—this episode will encourage you, make you laugh, and remind you that God works powerfully through obedience in the everyday.

🙏 Psalm 127:3-5 reminds us:

“Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him…”

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About the Podcast

Dream Small Podcast
Big impact doesn’t always come from big platforms. More often, it’s found in the faithful yeses of everyday life.

The Dream Small Podcast, hosted by Jason and Whitney Small—parents of seven, foster and adoptive advocates, and storytellers—invites you to discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Each episode offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and real-life stories from their journey of foster care, adoption, parenting, and faith.

With humor, honesty, and hope, Jason and Whitney remind listeners that God delights in using small steps of faith and love to change lives. Whether you’re a foster parent, adoptive parent, or simply someone longing to live out your faith in practical ways, Dream Small will inspire you to trade fame for faithfulness and embrace the beauty of everyday obedience.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the “small” things really matter, this podcast is for you. Because sometimes the smallest yes can make the biggest difference.
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