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Blended Kingdom Families PodcastBiblical Priorities in Your Blended FamilyJoin us as we continue to relive our top Blended Kingdom Family podcast episodes! Living blended their entire lives, Scott and Vanessa Martindale know first hand both the joys and difficulties of living blended. After coming out of one of the hardest seasons of their life, God asked them to partner with Him, in building Blended Kingdom Families everywhere. This has now birthed a ministry that desires to help others in remarriage and cultivate community among blended families. Today Scott and Vanessa share biblical truths in how you can establish the right priorities in your blended family. H...2025-07-2125 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastNavigating Blended Family Marriage Well: What We Wish We KnewBuilding a blended family comes with unique challenges—some we never saw coming! In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale get real about what they wish they had known before blending their family. From step parenting struggles to managing relationships and expectations, why grace and patience are key in blended families and handling unexpected emotions, this episode is full of practical, honest, and faith-based advice to help your blended family thrive. Join us for an insightful conversation filled with hope, wisdom, and encouragement for your blended family journey. We pray this episode blesses you today!Wan...2025-03-0323 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastGod's Blueprint for Marriage: The Truth About Gender Roles in MarriageAre gender roles in marriage outdated—or do they hold the key to a thriving relationship? In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, God's Blueprint for Marriage: The Truth About Gender Roles in Marriage: The Truth About Gender Roles in Marriage: What the Bible Says, Scott and Vanessa Martindale explore the biblical foundation of marriage, debunk misconceptions about submission, and reveal how embracing God’s design can prevent conflict and divorce. Whether you are newly blended or have been married for years this episode is for you! We pray this episode blesses you today!Wan...2025-02-1719 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastRekindling Intimacy: How to Improve Marriages in Blended FamiliesIn this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Rekindling Intimacy: How to Improve Marriages in Blended Families, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the importance of intimacy in marriage—including emotional, physical and spiritual intimacy. They discuss how life’s busyness, especially in blended families, can make it challenging to maintain closeness with your spouse. From the power of date nights to practical ways to strengthen connection, they share insights that will help couples navigate intimacy despite the important responsibilities and obligations blended families experience. If you’re looking for ways to deepen your bond and keep the spark alive...2025-02-1025 min
Blended Kingdom TeensDiscovering Your Place in a Blended Family and Finding Your Identity in JesusIn this powerful episode, we dive deep into the challenges of finding your identity and belonging in a blended family. Whether you’re a stepchild, stepparent, or navigating family transitions, this conversation brings biblical wisdom, encouragement, and practical steps to help you embrace God’s purpose for your life in a blended family. Join hosts Sidney, Jerzi, and special guest Vanessa Martindale as they share personal stories, scripture, and guidance on walking in freedom and leaving labels behind. LISTEN UNTIL THE END for a powerful prayer over stepchildren, stepparents, and all blended families! Have a question or topic...2025-02-0415 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastNew Year, New Word: God’s Plan for Blended Families in 2025As we close out 2024 and step into 2025, Scott and Vanessa Martindale reflect on the past year's lessons, challenges and how God remained a faithful anchor during challenging times. In this episode of the BKF podcast, they share about the power of seeking God for a “word for the year” through prayer and scripture, and how doing so can provide clarity and direction for your blended family.Tune in as they discuss the importance of setting meaningful goals, embracing the journey of life with its ups and downs, and finding hope in God’s faithfulness. Whether you're celebrating a succ...2024-12-3013 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastChristmas Hope: God's Transformative Power for Blended FamiliesMerry Christmas! Join hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale for this special Christmas episode, Christmas Hope: God's Transformative Power for Blended Families, as we reflect on the hope we find in Jesus, celebrate the moments of growth and transformation from this past year, and look forward to the promises of God’s continued work in blended families. Whether you’re navigating challenges or celebrating victories, this conversation is filled with encouragement, faith, and practical wisdom. We pray this episode blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTub...2024-12-2310 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBuilding a Christ-Centered Legacy That Lasts for Your Blended FamilyIn this powerful episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale sit down with Pastor Brandon and Susan Thomas, founders of Keystone Church and authors of A Legacy That Lasts. Together, they explore practical strategies for instilling Godly character in children, modeling resets, and embracing humility by owning mistakes.Discover how these Christ-centered principles can transform your blended family, strengthen relationships, and create a legacy of faith, love, and purpose that impacts future generations. Whether you're navigating blended family challenges or looking for ways to grow spiritually as a family, this conversation is packed with...2024-12-0229 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow to Teach Core Christian Values in Blended FamiliesWelcome 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!D...2024-09-0221 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastMastering Co-Parenting: The Power of DiscernmentIn this episode of the BKF Podcast, Mastering Co-Parenting: The Power of Discernment , Scott and Vanessa Martindale explain the vital role of discernment in co-parenting. Discover how the Holy Spirit guides us to make wise decisions, maintain healthy relationships, and avoid common pitfalls in blended families. Whether you're struggling with communication, dealing with manipulation, or seeking peace in your co-parenting journey, this episode offers practical advice and spiritual insights to help you navigate these challenges.We pray this episode blesses you today!Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram...2024-07-2921 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastUnhealthy Co-Parenting from a Teen's PerspectiveIn this episode, Unhealthy Co-Parenting from a Teen's Perspective, Vanessa Martindale interviews Blended Kingdom Teens (BKT) ambassador Sidney Chaplin. Enjoy this encouraging discussion about common toxic co-parenting behaviors and how to avoid them. Sidney shares her experiences and offers practical tips for maintaining a healthy co-parenting relationship. From avoiding negative talk about the other parent to fostering open communication, this episode is packed with valuable advice for blended families.We pray this episode blesses you today!Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this...2024-07-2218 min
Let's TherapyLet's Therapy Season 3 Finale: Finding and Living in Hope and HealingIn this season finale episode, Finding and Living in Hope and Healing, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale, expert counselors on blended families and mental health, provide encouragement and practical advice for those navigating the challenges of blended families. They discuss the common feelings of fear and isolation, and they share stories of how blended families can find success when they lean on God and community. This episode is a powerful reminder that you are not alone, and with the right support and mindset, your blended family can thrive.Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?...2024-05-1511 minLet's TherapyStrategies for Coping with Slander in Blended FamiliesIn this episode of Let's Therapy, Strategies for Coping with Slander in Blended Families, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the impact of slander in blended families and offer practical advice on how to effectively cope with it. They delve into the damaging effects of negative speech on children and bonus children, the importance of setting boundaries, and more. The hosts also emphasize the vital role of faith and community in overcoming these challenges. This episode provides valuable insights and strategies for anyone navigating the complexities of high-conflict co-parenting situations.Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families...2024-05-0817 minLet's TherapyEmotional Regulation and Blended Families: Tips for ParentsIn this episode of "Let's Therapy," counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the challenges of emotional regulation for children and stepchildren in blended families. They provide practical advice on building trust, validating feelings, modeling healthy emotional responses, and setting clear expectations. They also emphasize the importance of counseling resources, social support, and creating a safe environment for children and stepchildren to express themselves. This episode offers valuable insights for parents and stepparents navigating the unique dynamics of blended families.Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,To support...2024-05-0116 minLet's TherapyCo-Parenting in High-Conflict Situations: Effective Strategies for Preserving Your Mental HealthIn this episode of Let's Therapy, Co-Parenting in High-Conflict Situations, Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle the challenging topic of co-parenting in high-conflict situations. They provide practical and insightful strategies for maintaining your mental health, and offer tips for conflict resolution with a co-parent. The discussion centers around active listening, calm communication, collaborative problem-solving, setting boundaries, and more. This episode is a must for anyone navigating the complexities of co-parenting in a high-conflict environment.If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review and share with a family member or friend! Want to join the Bl...2024-04-1714 minLet's TherapyTherapy Essentials for Thriving in Blended FamiliesFeeling overwhelmed in your blended family? In this episode,Therapy Essentials for Thriving in Blended Families, Scott and Vanessa Martindale explore the therapy options for your stepfamily. They provide insights on breaking through stigmas, opening up to emotional healing, and utilizing resources like family therapy, EMDR, couples counseling, and more.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...2024-04-1014 minLet's TherapyNavigating Power Dynamics and Triangulation in a Blended FamilyFeeling caught in a destructive family triangle? Whether it's biological parents pitting a child against each other or in-laws taking sides, triangulation wedges people apart. In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale define and provide examples of triangulation in blended families. They also offer strategies for coping with these toxic dynamics.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...2024-04-0311 minBlended Kingdom TeensNavigating Emotions in Blended Families: A Candid DiscussionIn 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 with emotions in a healthy way, leaning on community, the value of counseling, and relying on God's wisdom in everything.Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Email it to info@blendedkingdomteens.comConnect with us:2024-04-0215 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastEx-Spouse Sabotage in Blended FamiliesHow do you handle an ex-spouse who actively tries to undermine your new marriage? Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle this topic in this week’s podcast. They provide proven strategies and tips for setting healthy boundaries, seeking professional counseling, fostering open communication with your spouse, and making your marriage a top priority. In addition, Scott and Vanessa emphasize the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive, godly couples, establishing clear rules, and relying on prayer and spiritual discernment to protect your marriage from external threats. Whether you're newly married or have been married for years, this episo...2024-04-0122 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Power of Resilience: Embracing God Amidst Trials in your Blended FamilyDiscover the power of resilience in this latest episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast. Special guest Rebekah Lyons joins Scot and Vanessa Martindale to talk about her journey of faith and seeing God's hand in every season, especially the hardest ones. Our hosts and their guest share profound insights on dying to yourself to discover your true self in God, as well as the beauty in surrendering your dreams to embrace God's greater plan. The podcast also explores the concept of finding balance and purpose in tragedy, the role of blended families in God's kingdom, and how every...2024-02-2626 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastI Feel Alone! Finding Community in Blended FamiliesIf you have ever felt alone and isolated or have struggled to find a supportive community while navigating blended family challenges then this episode is for you! Navigating life in a blended family can be a beautiful but complex journey. In this episode, I Feel Alone - Finding Community in Blended Families, Scott and Vanessa Martindale are joined by special guests Tim and Sandie Noack, small group leaders with 20 years of experience! In this episode they dive into the life-changing value and importance of small groups specifically designed for couples in blended families. Join us as we e...2024-02-1231 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastEnmeshment With Ex-Spouses: Blended Family BoundariesWelcome to the latest episode of the Blended Family Podcast - Enmeshment with Ex-Spouses: Setting Boundaries in Blended Families. Join hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale as they discuss the intricate dynamics of blended families, focusing on the challenges and nuances of enmeshment between ex-spouses.In this episode - Enmeshment with Ex-Spouses: Blended Family Boundaries, we explore what enmeshment means in the context of ex-spouses, discuss several examples of enmeshment and solutions. Learn about these topics and more! - Signs of Unhealthy Enmeshment: Learn about the red flags such as inappropriate closeness, emotional manipulation, and fe...2024-02-0517 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlended Families: My Nest is Empty—Coping with Kids Leaving HomeIn this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale are joined by guests Eric and Keisha Gomez to talk about the empty nest phase of marriage and family. Eric is the XO Marriage Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Keisha is a Marriage Mediator at XO Marriage. Together, they talk about preparing for the empty nest before the last child leaves, the importance of intentionality in growing your marriage in this phase, and some of the fun benefits of living in a house with no kids. We pray this episode blesses you! Want to jo...2024-01-2220 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPreparing to Launch - Sending Kids to College in a Blended FamilyIn this episode Scott and Vanessa Martindale are joined by guests Eric and Keisha Gomez. Eric is the XO Marriage Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Keisha is a Marriage Mediator at XO Marriage. Eric and Keisha share personal experiences and advice for sending kids to college as a blended family, including preparing children academically and spiritually, coping with letting go, dealing with identity attacks and much more!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 h...2024-01-1527 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Heart of Step-parenting: A Stepmom's Perspective with Special Guest Cheryl ShumakeOn this week’s podcast episode, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale are joined by a special guest, Cheryl Shumake, a stepmom with a powerful ministry dedicated to supporting and inspiring stepmoms. Cheryl shares her insights on navigating the challenges of blended families and discusses her latest book, "Waiting to Be Wanted: A Stepmom's Guide to Loving Before Being Loved."The conversation delves into the importance of empathy, the 100% chance of success in blended families when done God's way, and the role of faith in the journey of step-parenting. Cheryl encourages listeners to shift their fo...2023-11-2724 minLet's TherapyHow to Avoid Communication Breakdowns in Blended FamiliesBlended families often face unique challenges, including learning how to communicate with each other. Miscommunication can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and emotional strain. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, join Vanessa Martindale and guest Dan Ennaco as they discuss fostering a safe and open environment, different types of communication, and practical steps to prevent miscommunication.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/Fo...2023-11-2214 minLet's TherapyBuilding Resilience in Blended Families: Navigating Challenges & Strengthening BondsJoin host Vanessa Martindale along with special guest Dan Ennaco as they explore the transformative journey of resilience in blended families. They discuss the importance of resilience, and they offer biblical insights and practical strategies for building and demonstrating resilience in step-parent dynamics, sibling relationships, co-parenting issues, and more. 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 We...2023-11-1515 minLet's TherapyOvercoming an Upbringing in Which Mental Health Issues Were PresentMany of us grow up in a home where mental health issues are present, and that upbringing can affect our ability to form healthy attachments, autonomy, and boundaries as adults. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, Vanessa Martindale welcomes special guest Dan Ennaco, BKF’s videographer, to talk about how to work through those childhood experiences and develop healthy coping strategies moving forward. 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 equip...2023-11-0120 minLet's TherapyAttachment Styles & Struggles in Marriage and Blended FamiliesMany blended families face attachment issues, or unhealthy styles of connection (or lack of connection) in relationships. These maladaptive attachment styles often stem from trauma in our past, including childhood. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa Martindale outline four attachment styles and how those styles play out in marriage and other significant relationships. They also provide suggestions for healing and moving toward healthy attachment in our marriage and blended family.Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,To support this ministry and help ensure th...2023-10-2508 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow to Be a Great Step-Grandparent: Extended Family Dynamics in Blended Families, Part 1Blended family life can be a challenge, but what is it like to be a step-grandparent? What are some best practices for being a great step-grandparent? In this episode, our hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk with a step-grandparent, Mike Hill. Mike is the Marriage Pastor at Beltway Park Church in Abilene, Texas. Together they talk about the experience of being a step-grandparent, what it means to foster healthy relationships with grandchildren and step-grandchildren, and how to support their adult children who are in a blended family.We pray this podcast blesses you today! 2023-10-2322 minLet's TherapyLearning to Trust Again After a Divorce: Keys to Moving ForwardTrust can be a challenge for people who’ve been through a divorce. A former spouse may have been unfaithful, abusive, or left the marriage. Learning to trust again after a failed relationship can feel scary and unsettling. In this episode of Let’s Therapy, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about sources of mistrust, the role fear plays in trust, and how to foster trust in a relationship and blended family.Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,To support this ministry and help ensure that blended fami...2023-10-1813 minLet's TherapyHow to Help Children Cope with AbandonmentWhen their parents get divorced, children can feel abandoned for a number of different reasons. In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss physical, emotional, and trauma abandonment resulting from separation, divorce, and remarriage. They talk about the signs children may exhibit when they are abandoned by a parent, as well as steps that parents can take in order to help children cope with feelings of abandonment.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...2023-10-0414 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow To Build Strong Stepparent-stepchild Connections, The Dos, Part 2Discover the keys to nurturing a resilient stepparent-stepchild bond in the second episode of our series on "How To Build Strong Stepparent-stepchild Connections, Part 2." In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss crucial action steps for fostering trust and connection. Learn how both biological parents and stepparents can create a safe and comfortable environment, encouraging the stepchild to embrace and flourish within the blended family dynamic. Listen in to ensure your stepparent-stepchild relationship thrives!We pray this podcast blessed you today!Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook...2023-10-0218 minLet's TherapyGaslighting vs. God-lighting in Marriage and Co-ParentingThe term gaslighting is popular in today’s culture. It’s a tactic used to manipulate a person’s sense of self and reality. But what is God-lighting? That’s the topic of this episode of Let’s Therapy, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale provide an overview and examples of gaslighting and compare that to God-lighting. They also offer tools to tackle gaslighting and strive for God-lighting instead. 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...2023-09-2714 minLet's TherapyCo-Parenting With a Narcissist: Protecting Your Children & Protecting YourselfIn this episode of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the facets of co-parenting with an ex-spouse with narcissistic personality disorder. They offer a clinical definition and symptoms of someone with narcissism, compared with someone who has some narcissistic tendencies. They suggest boundaries to create with the ex-spouse, along with steps to take to protect yourself and your children. They also talk about how to help your children deal with their narcissistic parent.Resources mentioned on Podcast: Dr. Les Carter https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingNarcissismWant to join the Blen...2023-09-2013 minLet's TherapyThe Impact Of Divorce On Children's Mental HealthThis episode focuses on the trauma children experience when their parents divorce. Scott and Vanessa Martindale highlight the emotional upheaval that divorce causes for children and offer suggestions for alleviating some of the distress children experience. While parents cannot completely shield their children from the trauma of divorce, they can make sure their children receive the support and assistance they need to heal. 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 c...2023-09-1312 minLet's TherapyHelping Our Children and Stepchildren Manage their Mental HealthSeason 2 premiere of Let’s Therapy, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about helping our children and stepchildren deal with mental health issues. They shine a spotlight on the stressors children and teens face and the unhealthy coping mechanisms they employ. This episode also provides parents with techniques to process emotions in a healthy way. 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...2023-09-0615 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBack to School with Blended FamiliesIn this special episode, BKF founders Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about the unique situations blended families face as school ramps up for another year. They discuss how parents and co-parents can prepare for school and how to help their children and stepchildren thrive in an educational setting. They also offer practical suggestions for using back-to-school activities as an opportunity to build bridges with co-parents.We pray this podcast blessed you today! ResourcesFree download for 7 Prayers for the New School Year: http://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/7-Prayers-for-the-New-School-Year.pdfBlended Family Conference...2023-08-2115 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBiological Parent & Stepparent Relationships: Part 2In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about expectations, how comparison affects identity, and the unique but different roles of parents and stepparents in blended families. They also offer suggestions for overcoming comparison and competition.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 Website2023-06-1916 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBeing the New Stepparent in a Blended FamilyThis episode features Alex and Marshall Dilworth, a blended couple learning how to do life together. They talk with our host Vanessa Martindale about the different dynamics involved in both the co-parenting relationship and the relationship with the children. They offer suggestions on how spouses can support each other as they engage with co-parents and as they parent.We pray this podcast blessed you today! #blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovementWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamiliesWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with...2023-04-2416 minLet's TherapyLet's Therapy: Projection in Blended FamiliesThis episode features Scott and Vanessa Martindale as they talk about how projection takes place in blended families. They define and offer examples of projection, and they share tips on how you can respond when someone tries to project their emotions onto you.We pray this podcast blessed you today!Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamiliesWant 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...2023-04-1909 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastLet's Therapy: Projection in Blended FamiliesThis episode features Scott and Vanessa Martindale as they talk about how projection takes place in blended families. They define and offer examples of projection, and they share tips on how you can respond when someone tries to project their emotions onto you.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 Website2023-04-1909 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastLet's Therapy: Trauma and Triggers in MarriagePastor Charla Janecka M.A., LPC-A, joins Vanessa Martindale as they discuss trauma and triggers in remarriage and blended families. They discuss the physiological elements of trauma and triggers and how to identify triggers. They highlight resources for individuals, and highlight the importance of working through your past trauma so that it doesn’t sabotage your current marriage and blended family. Free Resources from Pastor Charla Janecka can be found on her website https://originaldesignconsulting.com/Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, To support this min...2023-04-1325 minLet's TherapyLet's Therapy: Trauma and Triggers in MarriagePastor Charla Janecka M.A., LPC-A, joins Vanessa Martindale as they discuss trauma and triggers in remarriage and blended families. They discuss the physiological elements of trauma and triggers and how to identify triggers. They highlight resources for individuals, and highlight the importance of working through your past trauma so that it doesn’t sabotage your current marriage and blended family. Free Resources from Pastor Charla Janecka can be found on her website https://originaldesignconsulting.com/We pray this podcast blessed you today!Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: ht...2023-04-1225 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastWhat Happens When You Don’t Communicate with Your Co-ParentDr. Cassie Reid joins Scott and Vanessa Martindale in the studio again to talk about a common issue co-parents face: lack of communication. They talk about what motivates a co-parent to keep their ex-spouse out of the loop in making decisions about their children. They also talk about repercussions of not communicating– the children bear the consequences. We pray this podcast blessed you today! #blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovementWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamiliesDr. Cassie Reid is the Director of Marriage and Family Therapy at The...2023-04-1025 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastWhen Co-Parents Disagree About FaithDr. Cassie Reid is back in the studio! In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk with Dr. Reid about what to do when your co-parent holds different faith beliefs than you do. They discuss the importance of respect, laying a solid foundation in your home, and living out your faith for your children. They also talk about the danger of using faith as a tool for child manipulation and parent alienation. We pray this podcast blessed you today! #blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovementWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/bl...2023-04-0322 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastLet's Therapy - I’m Not Angry!!Anger is the topic of discussion for this edition of Let’s Therapy. In it, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about anger, especially as it relates to your marriage and blended family. They offer signs that point to out-of-control anger, and they offer suggestions for working through anger so that it doesn’t cause problems in your relationships.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/dona...2023-03-2211 minLet's TherapyLet's Therapy - Understanding Teenage SuicideIn this episode, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle the issue of teen suicide. They discuss the warning signs that might point to suicidal ideation and the difference between suicide and self-harm (like cutting). They also offer help to parents whose child or teen might be struggling with their mental health. We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamiliesWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,To support this ministry and help...2023-03-0813 minLet's TherapyLet's Therapy - I’m Not Angry!!Anger is the topic of discussion for this edition of Let’s Therapy. In it, Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about anger, especially as it relates to your marriage and blended family. They offer signs that point to out-of-control anger, and they offer suggestions for working through anger so that it doesn’t cause problems in your relationships.We pray this podcast blessed you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamiliesWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?Connect with...2023-03-0811 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastLet's Therapy - Understanding Teenage SuicideIn this episode, counselors Scott and Vanessa Martindale tackle the issue of teen suicide. They discuss the warning signs that might point to suicidal ideation and the difference between suicide and self-harm (like cutting). They also offer help to parents whose child or teen might be struggling with their mental health. 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 K...2023-03-0813 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastQ&A with Scott and Vanessa MartindaleIn this episode, Scott and Vanessa sit down with our podcast producer, Dyanna Groves, to answer questions brought to us by our Blended & Redeemed Launch Team. We discuss a variety of topics, from working with your spouse and using the Blended & Redeemed Study Guide to parenting teens in blended families and praying for your ex-spouse. If you have questions that aren’t answered in this episode, please comment below. We love hearing from our community members, and we hope to be able to do more Q&A sessions soon. We pray this podcast blesses you toda...2023-01-0335 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastParenting and Co-Parenting: Co-Parenting means Co-Financing with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4Are 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 relationships and how to better navigate financial agreements. We also discuss God's faithful provision, how He can bless your family in seasons of financial difficulty, and the blessings of a generous heart. This is the fi...2022-06-2715 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastParenting and Co-Parenting: Discipline Together with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3This 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 Parenting and Co-Parenting series. If you missed the first two, you can watch them here on our YouTube channel or listen on any podcast streaming platform. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss...2022-06-2025 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastParenting and Co-Parenting: Teammate Talk with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2What 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 month's series on Parenting and Co-Parenting. If you missed the first episode you can watch it here on our YouTube channel or listen on any podcast streaming platform. Be sure to subscribe so...2022-06-1320 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastParenting and Co-Parenting: Co-Parenting is a Team Sport with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1As 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. We will discuss three major factors: communication, discipline, and finances. We also share how prayer and obedience to God's word can equip you in your efforts to parent together peacefully. If...2022-06-0613 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlending Your Bunch: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Dysfunctional with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4How do you and your blended family put the 'fun' in dysfunction? We know it can be tough, but dysfunction is part of life and you and your blended family can make the best of it and build relationships while you're at it! This podcast is for you if you are seeking strategies for finding fun in seasons of dysfunction or you want to overcome expectations for blending. This week's episode is all about expectations and dysfunction in blended families. We share ideas for fun activities to do as a family that can help overcome dysfunction and b...2022-05-2314 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlending Your Bunch: The Stepparent Name Game with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3How did you navigate the Stepparent Name Game in your blended family? We know there is a lot to consider when it comes to this part of the blending journey. This podcast is for you if you, your spouse, and your co-parents are struggling with Stepparent Names or if you are unsure of how to approach the subject with your children.A question we here a lot is: What should a child call their stepparent? In this episode we share why we feel that it is important for children to have input in naming their stepparent and...2022-05-1615 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlending Your Bunch: How Do Children Spell Love? with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2Do you and your children spell love the same way? For children, T-I-M-E = Love. This podcast is for you if you are looking for new ways to spend time with your children or if you are a stepparent seeking strategies for building your relationship with your step-children. This week is all about time! There never seems to be enough of it. Before we know it, our kids will be all grown up and out of the house, so it is important that we are intentional in our time with them now. In this episode, we talk about w...2022-05-0917 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlending Your Bunch: Different Types of Love in Your Blended Family with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1How are you navigating blending your family? This podcast is for you if you and your family are just starting your blending journey, you're a new stepparent wanting to bond with your stepchildren, or you are in a later season of blending and hoping to strengthen your family relationships. Hey, friends! We have a new podcast series called Blending Your Bunch. Continuing to teach on topics from Blended and Redeemed, the book we will be releasing in September, this month we want to share some support, encouragement, and guidance for blending your family! This series...2022-05-0217 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe False Promise of Inner Vows: Overcoming Your Inner Vows with Your Spouse with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4Happy Monday, friends! We are so excited to share this week's podcast, "The False Promise of Inner Vows: Overcoming Your Inner Vows with Your Spouse" - Part 4 of 4!! This is our fourth teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series focuses on the destructive power of inner vows. We discuss how inner vows are a false promise to ourselves and a d...2022-04-2514 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe False Promise of Inner Vows: Clearing Out Your Past with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3We hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend, friends! Today is another awesome Monday and we have another awesome podcast to share with you! This week's episode is "The False Promise of Inner Vows: Clearing Out Your Past" - Part 3 of 4!! This is our fourth teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series focuses on the destructive power of inner vo...2022-04-1815 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe False Promise of Inner Vows: What Landmines Are Awaiting You? with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2Hey, friends! It's Podcast Monday and we are so excited about this week's episode, "The False Promise of Inner Vows: What Landmines Are Awaiting You?" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2 of 4!! This is our fourth teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series focuses on the destructive power of inner vows. We discuss how inner vows are a...2022-04-1120 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe False Promise of Inner Vows: Self-Proclaimed Promises with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "The False Promise of Inner Vows: Self-Proclaimed Promises" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1 of 4!! This is our fourth teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series focuses on the destructive power of inner vows. We discuss how inner vows are a false promise to ou...2022-04-0419 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastGod's Presence in Every Season of Marriage, with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and Special Guests, Dillon and Mia MathesWe are so excited to share this month's bonus episode, "God's Presence in Every Season of Marriage," with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and Special Guests, Dillon and Mia Mathes!!! In this episode, we discuss God's plan for your life, your marriage, and your family and the fact that God's plans for your future are greater than what happened in your past. We cover how prayer helps you come into agreement with your spouse in any season of life and marriage, as well as creating a lineage of healthy and joyful marriage for future generations. This po...2022-04-0127 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastA Marriage Reflecting God: Seeing Your Spouse Through the Eyes of God with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "A Marriage Reflecting God: Seeing Your Spouse Through the Eyes of God - Part 4" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4 of 4!! This is our third teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series on marriage focuses on building a marriage that reflects God and His de...2022-03-2819 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastA Marriage Reflecting God: Free Your Marriage from Pride and Arrogance with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "A Marriage Reflecting God: Free Your Marriage from Pride and Arrogance - Part 3" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3 of 4!! This is our third teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series on marriage focuses on building a marriage that reflects God and His design fo...2022-03-2117 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastA Marriage Reflecting God: Drawing Closer to God and Your Spouse with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "A Marriage Reflecting God: Drawing Closer to God and Your Spouse - Part 2" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2 of 4!! This is our third teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series on marriage focuses on building a marriage that reflects God and His design fo...2022-03-1418 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastA Marriage Reflecting God: How God Sees Marriage with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "A Marriage Reflecting God: How God Sees Marriage - Part 1" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1 of 4!! This is our third teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! This month's series on marriage focuses on building a marriage that reflects God and His design for marriage. Marriage is...2022-03-0721 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPriorities for a Healthy Marriage: Creating a Legacy for Your Children with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: Creating a Legacy for Your Children - Part 4" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4 of 4!!This is our second teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! Priorities for a healthy, God-centered marriage are: God first, spouse second, and children third. We know t...2022-02-2820 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPriorities for a Healthy Marriage: Being One With Your Spouse with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: Being One With Your Spouse - Part 3" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3 of 4!! This is our second teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! Priorities for a healthy, God-centered marriage are: God first, spouse second, and children third. We know that se...2022-02-2115 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastStrategies for Breaking Negative Habits in Your Marriage, with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and Special Guests, Sean and Lanette ReedWe are so excited to share this month's bonus episode, "Strategies for Breaking Negative Habits in Your Marriage," with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and special guests, Sean and Lanette Reed! This podcast is for you if you and your spouse are in a season of transition, you feel resentment toward your spouse and don’t know why, or you want to prepare for navigating future transitions!Sean and Lanette Reed are speakers, authors, and podcasters partnered with XO Marriage, and are the Marriage pastors at Open Door Church. They've been married for 21 years and currently live in Gr...2022-02-1831 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPriorities for a Healthy Marriage: Why Christ Should Come First with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: Why Christ Should Come First - Part 2 " with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2 of 4!!This is our second teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of keeping God as our top priority in life...2022-02-1419 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPriorities for a Healthy Marriage: How to Have a God-Centered, Healthy Marriage with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1Well, it's Monday friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "Priorities for a Healthy Marriage: How to Have a God-Centered, Healthy Marriage - Part 1" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1 of 4!!This is our second teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our episodes will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! Priorities for a healthy, God-centered marriage are: God first, spouse second, and children third. We kn...2022-02-0718 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastGrowing Closer to God and Your Husband with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Amanda DavisonWe are so excited to share this month’s bonus episode, "Growing Closer to God and Your Husband" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Amanda Davison. This podcast is for you if you’re a wife trying to connect better with your husband, you’re looking for resources for wives, or you’re seeking encouragement for your marriage!Amanda Davison is the founder and president of a nonprofit ministry, A Wife Like Me, which consists of a team of speakers, pastors, leaders, etc. She is an author, a speaker, a wife, and a mother of 3! Her book...2022-01-3126 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Church and Blended Families: Embracing the Opportunity with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4Well, it's Monday, friends, and we are so excited to share this week's podcast, "The Church and Blended Families: Embracing the Opportunity" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 4 of 4!! This is our first teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We can't wait to share this new content with you! In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of starting the conversation about blended family ministry in churches, the sacred gifts that marriage a...2022-01-2419 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Church and Blended Families: Silence From The Church with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 3This is our first teaching series from the book we will be releasing in the second half of 2022! Every month our podcasts will cover a different topic from the book, each separated into parts! We are so excited to share this week's episode, "The Church and Blended Families: Silence From The Church!" In this week's episode, we talk about the need to discuss the topics of marriage, divorce, and remarriage within the church. It is important to share God's great forgiveness and His willingness and ability to bless remarriage!We want to help bring more o...2022-01-1717 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Church and Blended Families: Does Your Church Have Answers? with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 2We are so excited to share the second episode of our new podcast series! In this episode, "The Church and Blended Families: Does Your Church Have Answers?," we continue to discuss Blended Families in the Church! In this week's episode, we talk about whether the church can provide answers for blended families or simply leave them with more questions than they came in with. We also cover the power of God's love and presence, knowing your worth in God, and the enemy's attempts at isolation!We want to help bring more opportunities for the church...2022-01-1018 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Church and Blended Families: The Greatest Untapped Ministry with Scott and Vanessa Martindale - Part 1We are so excited to share the first episode of our new podcast series! This year we are sharing teachings from our upcoming book! In this episode, "The Church and Blended Families: The Greatest Untapped Ministry - Part 1," BKF founders Scott and Vanessa Martindale sit down to discuss Blended Families in the Church! In this week's episode, Scott and Vanessa talk about new podcast plans, their upcoming book, the Blended Kingdom Project and what it revealed, specific needs of blended families, the need for biblically-based resources within the church, and so much more!We want t...2022-01-0321 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastOne Hundred Episodes of Sharing God's Word with Scott and Vanessa Martindale100 episodes of Blended Kingdom Families Podcast!!! We are so blessed to be sharing God's Word this way! Thank you all for sharing our content and helping us spread the word to more and more marriages and families! We pray that we can continue His work through many more podcasts and videos in the years to come!This podcast is for you if:- You’re new to BKF- You’re a blended family looking for resources- You know a blended family searching for resourcesIn this episode we discu...2021-12-2719 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow to save your Marriage in Crisis with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest, Dr. David E. ClarkeWe are so excited to share this week's episode, "How to save your Marriage in Crisis" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and special guest, Dr. David E. Clarke. This podcast is for you if you feel your marriage is past saving, you are seeking resources to save your marriage, or you are entering a blended family and want to heal from past hurts.Dr. David E. Clarke is a clinical psychologist, an author, a podcaster, and a popular speaker. He began his work in psychology in 1986, counseling all kinds of mental health situations, family and relationship issues...2021-12-2021 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow to Transition from Engaged to Blending a Family with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and Special Guest, Ron Deal.We are so excited to share this week's episode, "How to Transition from Engaged to Blending a Family," with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and special guest, Ron Deal. This podcast is for you if you’re struggling to create a family dynamic leading up to your wedding, you're looking for a resource in preparation for remarriage and blended family life, or you’re feeling like an outcast as a blended family in the church.Ron Deal is an author, a speaker, and has been in ministry for 35 years. Ron and his wife, Nan, have been married for more...2021-12-1329 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastThe Power of Healthy Community with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guests Zach and Brenda VertzWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "The Power of Healthy Community" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guests Zach and Brenda Vertz. This podcast is for you if you’re looking for a like-minded community, you need resources for your blended family, or you’re feeling alone in your life struggles.Zach and Brenda Vertz are a blended family with their two children (and one on the way.) Brenda brings a daughter, Aniya, from her previous marriage, and together they have a one-year-old son, Judah. Zach studied Christian Ministry at Dallas Baptist Univer...2021-12-0630 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlending Families After Tragedy and Loss with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest, Jessica RonneWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "Blending Families After Tragedy and Loss" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and special guest, Jessica Ronne. This podcast is for you if you’re looking for support as a caregiver, would like to learn how to support the caregiving community, or you’re in need of hope in the season of blending your family after tragedy and loss.Jessica and her husband, Ryan, are parents to 8 children one of which, Lucas, has profound special needs. She is an author, speaker, podcast host, documentary producer, caregiver, advocate, and execut...2021-11-2923 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastTaking Steps Towards Inner Healing with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Kerrie OlesWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "Taking Steps Towards Inner Healing" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Kerrie Oles. This podcast is for you if you’re looking to improve your relationship with God, your spouse, and your family, or you’re looking for practical steps to experience inner healing, or you’re tired of listening to the lies of the enemy and need help leaning into God’s love.Kerrie Oles is funny, authentic, and committed to helping others with the keys to unlock real, healed, and victorious lives. She is a seaso...2021-11-2227 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastWhat is Extraordinary Parenting? with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Pastor Jonathan PokludaWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, “What is Extraordinary Parenting?” with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Pastor Jonathan Pokluda. This podcast is for you if you’re looking to learn extraordinary parenting patterns and habits, you need encouragement on boundaries and discipline, or you’re looking for tips on being intentional with the time you have left with your kids in the home.Jonathan “JP” Pokluda is the Lead Pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church in Waco, TX. He was formerly the leader of The Porch in Dallas, TX which hosted a phenomenal y...2021-11-1539 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHealing and Restoration with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Dr. Shannan CrawfordWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, “Healing and Restoration” with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Dr. Shannan Crawford. This podcast is for you if you’re interested in learning more about the conscious and unconscious mind, you’re struggling to heal over past hurt and childhood traumas, or you’re in need of healing and restoration.Dr. Shannan Crawford is a licensed clinical psychologist, conference speaker, adjunct professor at The King’s University, podcast host, and leadership consultant. Dr. Shannan Crawford has invested over 15-years in honing strategies for optimal performance for those leading...2021-11-0829 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPlacing Your Hope in Christ | Overcoming Postpartum Depression with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guests Daniel & Ashley Morgan JacksonWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, “Placing Your Hope in Christ | Overcoming Postpartum Depression” with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and special guests Daniel, and Ashley Morgan Jackson. This podcast is for you if you’re currently battling Postpartum Depression or any variation of depression or anxiety, or you’re looking for practical and spiritual tips to support a loved one battling depression.Daniel and Ashley have been married for 12 years, and they have 2 little boys. Daniel grew up in a blended family, with 2 half-siblings and 5 full siblings. He graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor...2021-11-0124 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastContract Vs. Covenant | A Biblical Mindset on Marriage with Scott & Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guests Matthew & Rachael GilbertWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, “Contract Vs. Covenant | A Biblical Mindset on Marriage” with Special Guests Matthew & Rachael Gilbert. This podcast is for you if you’re trying to understand the difference between a worldly view of marriage and a Christian view of marriage, you’re looking for practical and spiritual tips to experience healing in your marriage, or you’re wondering how to submit your marriage to God.Matthew and Rachael have been married for 16 years and have 3 kids. Matthew is a chiropractor practitioner and CEO of The Back and Body Clinic (Awar...2021-10-2537 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastPrioritizing Your Marriage in Seasons of Busyness with Scott and Vanessa Martindale, and Special Guest Dr. Kim KimberlingWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "Prioritizing Your Marriage in Seasons of Busyness" with Scott and Vanessa Martindale and Special Guest, Dr. Kim Kimberling. This podcast is for you if your marriage is on hold or stuck in a cycle of busyness, you’re looking for practical tips to stay connected to your spouse, or you’re looking to take the next step in your prayer life with your spouse.Dr. Kim Kimberling is President and Co-Founder of Awesome Marriage, he is the author of “7 Secrets to an Awesome Marriage” and “14 Keys to Lasting Love...2021-10-1833 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastHow to Find Your Place as a New Stepdad with Scott Martindale and Special Guest Zach VertzWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "How to find your place as a new stepdad", with Zach Vertz and Scott Martindale. This podcast is for you if you’re a new stepdad, you’re wanting to bond with your stepchildren, or you’re feeling discouraged as a stepdad.Zach graduated from DBU and worked as a Youth Pastor for 3 years. Then, got married to his wife, Brenda. She had a daughter, Aniya and so he also became a dad at that time. They have since had a son together, he is a little over a y...2021-10-1123 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastStarting The Conversation: Blended Families & The Church, with Scott and Vanessa MartindaleWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "Starting The Conversation: Blended Families & The Church", with Scott and Vanessa Martindale. Scott and Vanessa founded Blended Kingdom Families in 2020 with a God-given desire to encourage and equip remarried couples, blended families, and local churches across the nation. Since both Scott and Vanessa grew up in blended families, they know firsthand the joys and difficulties that can come along with blending a family. As a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor, Scott Martindale specializes in counseling blended pre-marriage couples, marriage, and families with over 15 years of experience. Scott’s heart...2021-09-1322 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastLitigation: Practical and Spiritual Advice, with Scott and Vanessa MartindaleWe are so excited to share this week’s episode, "Litigation: Practical and Spiritual Advice", with Scott and Vanessa Martindale. Scott and Vanessa Martindale are the founders of Blended Kingdom Families, a ministry that exists to break the cycle of divorce, equip marriages, and unite blended families with the truth of God's Word. Scott and Vanessa grew up in blended families and have experienced firsthand the joys and difficulties that can come along with blending a family.As a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor, Scott Martindale specializes in counseling pre-marriage couples, married couples, and blended families. With over 15 ye...2021-08-3013 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastStepparenting: Where Is The Reward?We are so excited to share this week’s episode, “Stepparenting: Where is the reward?”, with our founders, Scott and Vanessa Martindale. As a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor, Scott specializes in counseling blended families, marriage, and pre-marriage with over 13 years of experience. Scott’s heart is to partner with married couples and families as they navigate the beautiful processes of marriage and blending families with Kingdom foundations. Vanessa Martindale is a wife, mother, registered nurse, and current graduate student at The King’s University in pursuit of a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy. Scott and Vanessa have been ma...2021-07-0510 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastStepparenting With GraceWelcome to Blended Kingdom Families! Living blended their entire lives, Scott and Vanessa Martindale know first-hand both the joys and difficulties of living blended. After coming out of one of the hardest seasons of their life, God asked them to partner with Him, in building Blended Kingdom Families everywhere. This has now birthed a ministry that desires to help others in remarriage and cultivate community among blended families.We are so excited to release this week’s episode, “Stepparenting With Grace” with Gayla Grace!Gayla Grace serves on staff with FamilyLife Blended and is a part...2021-03-0131 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastGods Redemptive Power In Your Blended Family | Callie Shipp Gray & Lauren LunaWelcome to Blended Kingdom Families! Living blended their entire lives, Scott and Vanessa Martindale know first-hand both the joys and difficulties of living blended. After coming out of one of the hardest seasons of their life, God asked them to partner with Him, in building Blended Kingdom Families everywhere. This has now birthed a ministry that desires to help others in remarriage and cultivate community among blended families.We are so excited to release this week’s episode, “God’s Redemptive Power in Your Blended Family” with Callie Shipp Gray and Lauren Luna! This mother-daughter duo shared their he...2021-02-2247 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastTrain Up Your Children: Blended Families & Faith | Scott & Vanessa MartindaleOn this week’s episode, we hear from the founders of Blended Kingdom Families, Scott and Vanessa. They share with us the importance of training up a child in the word of God, practical ways to do so, and how they practice faith in their own family! We pray that this podcast blesses you today!! Be blessed in all you do 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 rece...2020-10-2619 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastBlended & Co-parenting with Tony & Yolanda BanksJoin Scott and Vanessa Martindale on this weeks episode with special guests and friends, Tony and Yolanda Banks. Tony is a retired NFL quarterback and current high school football coach and Yolanda is a culinarian, cookbook author and executive director of child nutrition. Together they have a son and an amazing co-parenting relationship. On this episode, they discuss a little bit about their story, how they work together for the betterment of their son and ways that you can co-parent in peace and unity together with your ex-spouse. Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Conn...2020-02-1438 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastMore Difficult Family QuestionsJoin Scott and Vanessa Martindale of Blended Kingdom Families for this Q&A where they discuss 10 difficult blended family questions. Questions such as, "What do you do when your step-children reject your new marriage?" These questions and answers give insight into how you can help your blended family live life abundantly. 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 K...2020-01-3114 minBlended Kingdom Families PodcastEstablishing Right PrioritiesJoin Scott and Vanessa Martindale of Blended Kingdom Families as they share biblical truths in how to establish right priorities for your marriage, children, work and even extended family and friends. These tips, once applied can totally change the dynamics of your blended family forever!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 Website2020-01-0324 min
Blended Kingdom Families PodcastOur StoryScott and Vanessa Martindale of Blended Kingdom Families tell about being blended as children and their present day blended life together. Hear how their journey started and how God called them into ministry for Blended Kingdom Families."BKF exists to equip, restore and transform the modern day interpretation of the blended family relationship. We educate families with resources and practical skills through the truth of God's word, empowering them to flourish in their kingdom identity and live life abundantly." Scott & Vanessa MartindaleWant to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: Instagram...2020-01-0212 min