• Beginning to Blend: Building a Christ-Centered Blended Marriage and Family
    Oct 21 2024

    Are you starting the journey of blending a family and striving to build a marriage that honors Christ? In this episode, Beginning to Blend: Building a Christ-Centered Blended Marriage and Family, Scott and Vanessa are joined by friends Stephen and Kate Srein, a newly blended family navigating the challenges of merging two families into one. From parenting styles, co-parenting dynamics, to building a foundation of trust and faith, Stephen and Kate share real and raw insights from their first year of marriage. Learn how to lay a solid foundation, trust God's timing, and embrace blended family challenges with joy. Whether you're in a blended family or preparing to start one, this episode is packed with biblical wisdom and practical tips to help you thrive. Tune in for honest conversations, uplifting encouragement, and tips on blending your family in a way that aligns with your faith.

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

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    34 mins
  • Screen Time Tips: How to Navigate Screens & Technology in Blended Families
    Oct 14 2024

    In this episode of the BKF podcast, Scott and Vanessa discuss a challenging issue that impacts all blended families: understanding and managing screen time. With statistics showing kids spend up to 9 hours a day on screens, they explore practical solutions to create balanced and healthy media habits. They share their own family’s rules on screen time, discuss the dangers of excessive exposure, and offer strategies for parental controls. Tune in to learn how to build a media plan that encourages communication, family time, and healthier digital habits for your children.

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

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    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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    21 mins
  • How to Overcome Favoritism - Practical Tips to Improve Your Blended Family
    Oct 7 2024

    In this episode of the BKF podcast, How to Overcome Favoritism - Practical Tips to Improve Your Blended Family, Scott and Vanessa discuss the challenging dynamics of favoritism within blended families. They discuss how favoritism can impact both biological and stepchildren, ways to identify signs of favoritism, and share strategies you can implement to help ensure every child feels valued. With real-life examples and expert advice, they explore how open communication, establishing clear boundaries, and intentionality can help build unity and avoid feelings of resentment. Whether you're a stepparent, biological parent, or both, this episode provides valuable insights on creating a cohesive and loving family environment for your blended family to thrive.

    We pray this episode is a blessing to you!

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    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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    22 mins
  • When Your Spouse Puts The Kids First: Reclaim Your Blended Family Marriage
    Sep 30 2024

    In this episode of the BKF Podcast, When Your Spouse Puts The Kids First: Reclaim Your Blended Family Marriage, Scott and Vanessa tackle a common issue faced by blended families: when one partner feels like their spouse is choosing their children over them. Learn how to set healthy boundaries, communicate openly, and maintain a strong marriage while raising a blended family. They also share practical tips for addressing challenges with adult children and offer insights into creating a family dynamic that honors both your marriage and your kids.

    Don't Miss Out! Register for the upcoming Blended Family Conference on October 5th. Attend in person in DFW at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX, or join online. Visit our website's events page to sign up today!

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

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    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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    18 mins
  • Navigating Legal Issues and Going Back to Court in Blended Families
    Sep 23 2024

    In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Family podcast, Scott and Vanessa explore the complex legal challenges faced by blended families, including child custody modifications, visitation rights, co-parenting struggles and more. Whether you are going through or preparing for a legal dispute, this practical advice, rooted in both faith and professional guidance, can help you navigate these tough situations with grace.

    They also share insights from their book, Back to Court, co-authored with family law attorney Denny Brewer. This book provides step-by-step guidance on preparing for custody modifications and other legal processes, ensuring you’re spiritually and practically ready. Discover how to maintain peace, protect your family, and trust God's plan through every trial.

    Don't Miss Out! Register for the upcoming Blended Family Conference on October 5th. Attend in person in DFW at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX, or join online. Visit our website's events page to sign up today!

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

    Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
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    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
    For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

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    17 mins
  • Marriage After Addiction: Blended Family Success with Eric Kennedy
    Sep 16 2024

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Eric Kennedy, author of Marriage After Addiction: Take Back Your Life Together. Eric shares his inspiring journey from battling addiction to finding faith, recovery, and building a blended family. Learn how he overcame addiction, rebuilt his life through faith, and now helps others navigate the challenges of addiction and recovery within their relationships. Eric’s testimony offers hope for those battling addiction or supporting loved ones through the journey. Tune in for insights on faith, healing, and blended family success!

    Don't Miss Out! Register for the upcoming Blended Family Conference on October 5th. Attend in person in DFW at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX, or join online. Visit our website's events page to sign up today!

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

    Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
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    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
    For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

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    32 mins
  • How to Effectively Lead Your Blended Family with Dr. Jon Chasteen
    Sep 9 2024

    In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott Martindale is joined by friend and special guest Dr. Jon Chasteen, Senior Pastor of Victory Church. Together, they discuss leadership and how to be a "Re-Leader" in your blended family. Learn how to navigate the complexities of trust, patience, and leadership when you’re tasked with fixing something you didn’t break. Discover biblical principles and practical advice that will help you build a strong, resilient family foundation to serve current and future generations.

    Don't Miss Out! Register for the upcoming Blended Family Conference on October 5th. Attend in person in DFW at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX, or join online. Visit our website's events page to sign up today!

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

    Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
    Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
    For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

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    27 mins
  • How to Teach Core Christian Values in Blended Families
    Sep 2 2024

    Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Blended Family Podcast! On this episode, How to Teach Core Christian Values in Blended Families, Scott and Vanessa Martindale dive deep into one of the biggest challenges in blended families: How to teach values to both biological and stepchildren. Are you struggling to integrate different backgrounds and traditions in your family? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with practical tips and real-life examples to help you build a strong, faith-centered foundation for your family. Tune in as we uncover how to incorporate biblical teachings into blended family life!

    Don't Miss Out! Register for the upcoming Blended Family Conference on October 5th. Attend in person in DFW at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX, or join online. Visit our website's events page to sign up today!

    We pray this episode blesses you today!

    Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
    Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
    To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
    For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

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    22 mins