Blended Kingdom Families Podcast

In this week’s episode, we talk about creating traditions for our blended family. Blending can be challenging, especially when holidays are involved. Creating new holiday traditions can help family members bond with one another and feel more connected. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies Want to join the Blended Kingdom Fam...

In this week’s episode, we chat with Quinn Kelly about living out our faith as we parent our children. Scripture tells us to train them up in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6), but we often struggle with how to put that into practice. The good news is it doesn’t have to be difficult, time-consuming, or forced.  When our children see our walk with Jesus, God can draw them to Himself through us...

For this week’s episode, we sat down with John and Jill Miller to discuss God’s faithfulness to redeem our past, bless our obedience, and uphold us through difficult seasons of blended family life. When we keep God at the center of our marriage, family, and co-parenting relationships, we can overcome any obstacle we face. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https:...

In this episode, we sit down with Jay Fantom, host of The Story Box Podcast, to talk about God’s faithfulness in our lives and how He uses every situation and experience we face for good. Jay shares his story, God’s light and faithfulness through it, and the blessings he has experienced through sharing his God-glorifying testimony.   Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect wit...

This week, we discuss creating a legacy for your family that cannot be hindered by Satan, generational cycles, or our personal histories. The enemy wants us to think we are doomed to repeat the behaviors of the past. But Satan is a liar. When we seek God and build our marriage and family on His firm foundation, we can create a Kingdom legacy that can be carried on for generations to come. Want to...

In this week’s episode, we discuss the beauty of being refined, how God led called us to creating BKF, and why Isaiah 61:1-3 is our ministry's life verse. God knows that blended families often face fire seasons, and He is always faithful to lead us safely to the other side. He takes our despair, hurt, wounds, and scars and creates beauty.  Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?...

In this week’s episode, we discuss the term “broken home” and the importance of removing the phrase from our vocabulary. When our families are built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, they cannot be broken. Whatever is in your past does not hinder you from experiencing the blessings that God has in store for your blended family. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us:...

In this week’s episode, we discuss blended families as a beautiful example of God’s redeeming power. Everything we bring with us into our blending journey - pain, fear, anger, resentment, expectations - can be revealed and healed by our Heavenly Father if we surrender it into His hands. The fire you and your family may be walking through is no match for God’s power and love. He can lead you out of...

For this week's episode, Scott and Vanessa sit down with Kaley Gray to talk about navigating singleness as a Christian. They discuss how to make the most of the time you have before you find your spouse, the importance of prayer and community as a single, and ways to practically and spiritually prepare for marriage. We know singleness can sometimes feel endless, but there are blessings to be...

Litigation is the last thing any of us wants to go through, and it can be a heavy load to bear. It is human nature to worry about the outcome of legal battles, but it is important to avoid letting fear control how we live. In this episode, we discuss fear as a tactic of the enemy, how it can cause us to parent differently, and seeking God’s comfort and strength instead.    Additional information o...

If you are getting ready to walk into litigation, or if you are in the midst of it, emotions are running high. When we are feeling strong emotions, we can act and react in ways that may do more harm than good. In this week’s episode, we share some important warnings for walking through litigation and navigating those heightened emotions. Additional tips can be found in our book, Blended and Redeem...

If a new custody agreement cannot be reached without a court case, the next step is litigation, and you need to be prepared. The first task in that process is finding the right lawyer. In this episode, we share best practices for selecting legal representation that is right for you and your family. Additional resources can be found in our book, Blended and Redeemed, which releases in September of...

When change needs to be made, it is important to know what your options are and what will work best for your situation. Depending on the relationship you and your ex-spouse have, you may or may not need to utilize a third party to help you reach a consensus. In this week’s episode, we discuss different options for communication and legal action that can prevent the need to involve a judge by helpi...

While sometimes necessary, entering into litigation is a big decision with potentially life-altering ramifications, so you need to explore all other options first. Resolving problems without going to court can protect you and your blended family from the stress, anxiety, fear, and uncertainty that accompany legal action. In this episode, we will talk about why seeking other options is so important...

There may come a time in your blended family journey when changes need to be made to your custody agreement. In many cases, this can happen because something has changed for one or both of the biological parents, but it could also be brought about by risk to the safety of the child. In this week’s episode, we will discuss the variety of reasons to change your custody agreement, share some importan...

We are excited to share this bonus episode with you! Addison and Julianna Bevere stopped by to talk about the importance of community in an isolation-driven culture, what it looks like to be a saint (it's not what you think!), and the crucial role of the Holy Spirit in bringing reconciliation in places and places that seemed irreconcilable. We pray this podcast blesses you! #blendedkingdomfam...

In this week’s episode, we discuss the effects that our attitudes have on the way we parent and co-parent, and the influence of comparison in our relationships with those around us. We will also share some practical strategies for overcoming a negative attitude and overcoming a spirit of comparison. Additional resources can be found in our book, Blended and Redeemed, which releases in September of...

The pain of divorce can cause us to act and react in ways that we never expected we would, and our children can end up feeling the effects. It is important that we examine our hearts regularly and seek revelation and healing from God, so that we can overcome any spirit of fear that may cause us to behave in unhealthy ways. In this week’s episode, we look at Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation...

Take a minute to think about how awesome it is when your child is telling you a story or celebrating something that happened at school. The moments we are able to listen to their creativity, celebrate with them, or just have a conversation with them are some of the greatest moments in life!  In blended families, custody situations can cut down on the amount of time one parent gets with the child....

In blended families, we can sometimes get caught up in the routine or the hustle of everyday life and forget that our children are shifting back and forth between two homes and different routines.  This week’s episode is all about finding out how we can make life more comfortable for them. Making accommodations in our home to create a sense of unity or sameness between both parents’ houses will al...

Parental influence is a powerful thing. Children watch their parents’ every move. learning from the actions and behaviors they see. They are likely to pick up these behaviors and carry them for years to come. For that reason, it is important that we take steps show our children how to speak life into everyone we meet and treat others with love, kindness, and grace.  In this week’s episode, we intr...

Are finances and child support payments pain points in your blended family? Finances are often difficult to navigate, and they can be especially challenging to figure out when it comes to co-parenting. This podcast is for you if you are seeking financial strategies with healthy and beneficial outcomes for your family.  This week's podcast topic covers financial matters in co-parenting relatio...

This week's podcast topic is about the second major factor of Parenting and Co-parenting: discipline. This can be a hot topic when it comes to blended families and requires effective communication between both biological parents and stepparents. Today, we will share a five-point plan for discipline in blended families and go over each point in detail. This is the third episode of our Parentin...

What does communication and co-parenting between you and your ex-spouse look like? Would you consider it peaceful and consistent, or in need of improvement? Today we discuss:  - strategies for improving communication with your ex - how technology can help facilitate effective co-parenting decisions - taking the first steps toward a healthy relationship with your ex-spouse  This is part two of this...

As co-parents, it is possible to experience peace and unity as we work together for the well-being of our children. This podcast is for you if you are seeking to improve your co-parenting relationship or trying to establish a healthy dynamic with your ex-spouse. This month's podcast series focuses on co-parenting and how the relationship between you and your ex-spouse can affect your children...