Over 20 years ago Lori Apon found herself raising eight children without a dad and in desperate need of help. Psalm 68:5, "A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy dwelling," became the family's anchor.Raising Fatherless Kids podcast hosts weekly conversations that offer practical guidance on how to do life with children who don't have a dad. You will hear from Lori Apon, founder of Perspective Ministries, and guests who bring hope and understanding because they have been there. The good news is that with God as Father you are never alone!
237. God's Faithfulness Through Fatherlessness, Widowhood, and Adoption | Andrea Jo Fountain
When Andrea Jo Fountain was ten years old, she watched her dad drive away, leaving her with questions and pain that went unspoken for decades. Years later, after experiencing the loss of one marriage through divorce and then the profound loss of her second husband through sudden death, Andrea Jo discovered God's faithfulness in ways she never imagined.
In this hope-filled conversation, Andrea Jo shares how Scripture became her foundation, how God met her in seasons of deep grief, and how He led her to become a foster and adoptive mother in her fifties. Her story is a beautiful reminder that God never leaves us and can bring beauty from ashes.
Key Takeaways
Help your children talk openly about their grief and loss.
Build a foundation of truth through Scripture memorization.
Look for God's faithfulness, even in difficult circumstances.
Trust God to equip you for what He calls you to do.
Scripture References:
Psalm 16:8, Isaiah 6:8, 55:11, and 61:3
Resources Mentioned
Absent Dad Present Father (https://perspectiveministries.org/absent-dad-present-father/) — Stories of hope from men and women who experienced father absence through death, divorce, or desertion, with Scripture-based devotionals.
Visit Perspective Ministries (https://perspectiveministries.org/) for these resources and additional encouragement.
7 Oct 2026
236. Trusting God When You Don’t Understand: How to Avoid Misplaced Trust
What does it mean to trust God when you don’t understand what He is doing?
Trusting God is more than believing He will give us the outcome we want. It means confidently relying on who God is and what He has said, even when we cannot see or understand what He is doing.
In this episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, Lori shares how God has taught her to trust Him through uncertainty, loss, and seasons of waiting. She also addresses the subtle danger of misplaced trust, especially when we are weary and tempted to look to ourselves, another person, or an easier way out for what only God can provide.
You may not know why, how, or when God will answer, but you can know the One you are trusting.
Key Takeaways
Trusting God when you do not understand
Letting what you know about God’s character guide your response to unexpected circumstances
Recognizing where your trust may be misplaced
Surrendering the process and outcome to God
Scriptures Mentioned:
Psalms 9:10, 37:5, 46:1, 56:3–4, 62:8, 68:5, 91; Proverbs 3:5–6; Isaiah 26:3–4; Philippians 4:19
Resource Mentioned:
Absent Dad Present Father (https://perspectiveministries.org/absent-dad-present-father/)
When an earthly dad is absent, God is present. Absent Dad Present Father (https://perspectiveministries.org/absent-dad-present-father/) shares real stories of an absent father along with devotional encouragement and Anchor Trust verses to help mothers and children put their trust in God, His character, His Word, and His promises.
Learn more at PerspectiveMinistries.org. (http://perspectiveministries.org)
30 Sept 2026
235. Biblical Boundaries: God’s Protection for Widows & Fatherless Kids
Boundaries can feel confusing, painful, or even threatening, especially after loss. For widows and single moms, it may seem as though all protection has been stripped away. But Scripture tells a different story.
In this episode, we look at God’s promise to set and guard the boundary stones of the widow. Long before boundaries became a modern conversation, God established Himself as the protector and defender of the vulnerable. You will be reminded that even in seasons where life feels exposed, God has drawn clear lines of protection around you and your children.
This episode is both reassuring and points listeners back to the safety, authority, and care of our Heavenly Father.
Key Takeaways:
God sets and protects boundaries for widows
You are covered, even when life feels exposed
God defends what is entrusted to you
Scripture References:
Proverbs 15:25, 23:10–11, Psalm 16:6, 68:5, 139:5
Other Resources:
Anger in Grief: Helping your Heart and Your Child Heal Podcast Episode 204 with Lori Apon
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You can learn more about Perspective Ministries, find resources for widows and mothers raising fatherless children, and connect with upcoming gatherings at www.perspectiveministries.org
You are not alone. God sees you, He is present, and He is faithfully defending you and your children.
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