Blended Kingdom Teens

In this episode of Season 4, Sidney and Jerzi discuss Christian friendships, exploring red and green flags to look out for when forming friendships. They discuss the importance of aligning friendships with God's word, recognizing characteristics that foster spiritual growth, and how to discern who belongs in your inner circle. Whether it’s friends who push you closer to God or those who don’t...

Welcome to Season 4 of the BKT Podcast. Join Sidney and Jerzi as they kick off Season 4 with a powerful discussion on the impact of your inner circle. Discover how the people closest to you can either draw you closer to Christ or lead you astray. Rooted in scripture, they explore the significance of choosing godly friends, the concept of bearing good fruit, the important role of faith in friendshi...

In this season 3 finale episode of the Blended Kingdom Teens podcast, Who are you? Discovering God's Purpose as a Teen in Blended Family, BKT ambassadors Jerzi and Sidney talk about navigating the challenges of being in a blended family. They share how embracing your identity in Christ can bring reassurance and hope. They also challenge you to discover God’s purposes and live courageously whe...

In this episode, BKT ambassadors Sidney and Jerzi share their experiences of splitting time between households and managing parental expectations. They talk about the importance of open communication, sharing significant moments and events with both parents, and biblical insights that have given them hope and purpose for the future. If you split time between two parents, this episode is for you!  ...

In this powerful conversation, Sidney and Jerzi share their experiences growing up in blended families after their parents' divorces. They discuss the importance of trusting God's plan  even when it's challenging, and finding faith to navigate the complexities of stepparents, stepsiblings, and family dynamics. Their stories offer hope and encouragement to teenagers who are trying to...

In this podcast episode, BKT ambassadors Jerzi and Sidney sit down with  Vanessa Martindale to talk about their personal experiences and insights on navigating emotions in blended families. They discuss the challenges of processing complex feelings stemming from divorce, stepparents, and the dynamics of blended families. Through vulnerability and honesty, they offer practical tools for dealing wit...

Teenagers in blended families often face unique challenges, including resentment toward their parents and stepparents. In this episode of Blended Kingdom Teens, Jerzi and Sidney offer biblical perspectives and personal stories on navigating conflict in a blended family, processing emotions in a healthy way, and finding healing through vulnerability, prayer, and reliance on God. Have a question or...

Join Jerzi and Sidney, our new BKT ambassadors, as they discuss the complexities of faith, identity, and growth they both experienced in being in blended families. Find out how turning to God and His Word provided them with the answers and peace they were searching for. They each share a bit about their blended families and how they each worked through some of their struggles when their parents di...

In the season finale of the BKT podcast, join Michael as he addresses the common challenge faced by teens in blended families – integrating with new stepparents and stepsiblings. Gain insights into building strong relationships, setting boundaries, and finding common ground. Discover the importance of patience and understanding for both sides, and learn how blending families is a marathon, not a s...

In this latest episode, we have an honest conversation about what it's like to go to therapy. Michael shares about his own experiences in getting comfortable opening up, and how after time, his therapist became a safe person to just talk about life with. He explains how offloading stresses in therapy helped free up mental space so he could focus better on school and sports. This episode also...

In this week's episode of Blending Kingdom Teens, Michael dives deep into why forgiveness - especially forgiving your parents - is so crucial. He shares that "forgiveness takes time" and explains why "holding a grudge on your parents is one of the things that can really tear a family apart." Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteen...

In this episode, Michael dives into navigating Christmastime between divorced parents. He shares his personal experiences along with practical tips on making the most of the season. He talks about the challenges and joys of splitting time between parents, fostering connections with siblings, and gift-giving. He also shares the best go-to gift for both sets of parents and family members.  Have a qu...

When your parents get divorced, you might wonder what a healthy relationship looks like. Join Michael and his friend Ryan as they discuss characteristics that mark strong and positive relationships. They talk about encouraging and lifting each other up, respecting each other’s privacy, setting clear boundaries, and fostering open communication. They also discuss looking for the fruit of the Spirit...

Adjusting to a parent’s new relationship can be difficult, especially if our parents have been divorced for a while. We may feel left out or overlooked and we may struggle with finding our place in a new family dynamic. In this episode, Michael Singleton talks with Dan Ennaco about what to do when you feel like you’re being replaced by the new stepparent. Together, they offer practical suggestions...

In this episode of Blended Kingdom Teens, Michael Singleton and his friend Ryan  talk about what to do when one of our parents talks negatively about our other parent. They provide options on how we can respond, and they give us some Scriptures to think about. They also give personal examples and offer a word of encouragement for teens who are dealing with this issue. Have a question or topic you...

Your parents’ divorce can affect you in a lot of ways, including your ability to trust other people. You may believe others will leave you just like a parent, or you may think that every relationship will fail. In this episode of Blended Kingdom Teens podcast, Michael talks about reasons a teenager might struggle with trust issues after a parents’ divorce. He also offers several suggestions for wo...

One of the struggles for teens in blended families is maintaining friendships when you have to go back and forth between your parents’ houses. In this episode, Michael talks about his own experiences of maintaining friendships across time and distance. He highlights the importance of friendships, offers suggestions for keeping friendships strong, and reminds listeners of the Best Friend they could...

In the Season 2 premiere of Blended Kingdom Teens, Michael Singleton offers his perspective and advice on keeping up with schoolwork when you go between houses. He shares some of his go-to hacks for staying on top of assignments and how to best approach the work.   Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.co...

While host Michael takes a break for the summer, we take a look back at Season 1 of the BKT podcast. Our producer, Paige Bostwick, gives you her take on her favorite episodes and offers a peek behind the scenes of the show. Season 2 will launch in the fall! Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blend...

In this episode, Michael stops in to talk with our podcast producer, Paige Bostwick, about the trap of comparing your home with someone else's. They also talk about feeling alone and how to find friends who will understand your situation.  Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blendedkingdomteen...

Our podcast producer, Paige Bostwick, joins Michael in the studio again. Together, they talk about Michael’s experience of gaining new siblings. They talk about  adjustments, fears, and tips for bonding with a new sibling.  Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blendedkingdomteens IG: https://www.ins...

Our podcast producer, Paige Bostwick, joins Micheal in the studio. Together, they talk about the fear of missing out (FOMO) with friends and family when you go back and forth between your parents’ houses. They share ways to work out schedule conflicts between houses, and offer an alternative to FOMO so you can be more peaceful. Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blende...

This episode focuses on the feelings involved in going back and forth between your parents’ houses. Based on his personal experience, our host Michael shares some emotions you might feel. He also talks about a key element in finding peace no matter whose house you are in.  Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.t...

In this episode, Michael lays out some healthy ideas for coping when you face stressful or difficult situations like your parents’ divorce, getting along with stepsiblings, or even big issues like litigation. He also talks about some not-so-good coping skills and why you should avoid them.  Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.com Connect with us: Tik...

Michael and his dad Scott talk about the stresses that teens and kids feel when they go back and forth between homes. Michael shares from his experiences and offers suggestions for making the transition easier. He also gives divorced parents a piece of advice to help make teens (and kids) feel comfortable in both homes.  Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdo...