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Welcome to the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast! If you are in need of resources that deal with remarriage, step-parenting, co-parenting, preparing to blend, or divorce-proofing your marriage, we are here to serve you! Blended Kingdom Families is a step-family ministry that is committed to providing resources for individuals, families, and churches by implementing biblical foundations and practical tips.
 Our mission is to break the generational cycle of divorce, equip marriages, and unite blended families with the truth of God's word. Hosts, Scott and Vanessa Martindale, living blended their entire lives, they know firsthand both the joys and difficulties that can come along with it.
 We hope that this podcast would encourage, excite, and equip you in your blended family journey. When you blend your family God's way, you have a 100% chance of success. He will complete the good work He began in your step-family, for nothing is impossible with God (Luke 1:37).To find out more about BKF, visit our website, www.blendedkingdomfamilies.com.Blended Kingdom Families is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here, Donate - Blended Kingdom Families!For additional resources visit: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

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    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 177 Ratings

Welcome to the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast! If you are in need of resources that deal with remarriage, step-parenting, co-parenting, preparing to blend, or divorce-proofing your marriage, we are here to serve you! Blended Kingdom Families is a step-family ministry that is committed to providing resources for individuals, families, and churches by implementing biblical foundations and practical tips.
 Our mission is to break the generational cycle of divorce, equip marriages, and unite blended families with the truth of God's word. Hosts, Scott and Vanessa Martindale, living blended their entire lives, they know firsthand both the joys and difficulties that can come along with it.
 We hope that this podcast would encourage, excite, and equip you in your blended family journey. When you blend your family God's way, you have a 100% chance of success. He will complete the good work He began in your step-family, for nothing is impossible with God (Luke 1:37).To find out more about BKF, visit our website, www.blendedkingdomfamilies.com.Blended Kingdom Families is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here, Donate - Blended Kingdom Families!For additional resources visit: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

    How to Overcome Infidelity in Marriage

    How to Overcome Infidelity in Marriage

    In this episode, How to Overcome Infidelity in Marriage, Scott and Vanessa dive deep into the challenging topic of infidelity and blended family marriage. They share personal experiences and offer practical advice for couples seeking to rebuild trust and restore relationships after betrayal. This episode covers topics including the importance of transparency, forgiveness, seeking professional help and more! If you or someone you know has been impacted by infidelity, this episode offers encouragement and a path forward.

    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

    • 25 min
    Navigating Complex Blended Family Dynamics with Faith and Patience

    Navigating Complex Blended Family Dynamics with Faith and Patience

    In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Navigating Complex Blended Family Dynamics with Faith and Patience, Vanessa and Jessica have an honest and emotional conversation about Jessica's unique blended family experiences. After the unexpected loss of Jessica's sister-in-law, Jessica and her husband found themselves in an unexpected co-parenting role with their niece's father and stepmother. Through patience, trust-building, and a reliance on their faith, the two families have come together to provide a united support system for the child they all love. This powerful story offers insights and encouragement for others navigating the complexities of blended family dynamics. 

    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

    • 21 min
    Dating Red Flags Revealed: Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

    Dating Red Flags Revealed: Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

    In this episode, Dating Red Flags Revealed: Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore, Scott and Vanessa discuss the critical importance of recognizing pre-marriage red flags and determining non-negotiables in a potential spouse. They highlight common relationship red flags like differing spiritual foundations, unresolved past trauma, ongoing legal issues, and financial conflicts, all of which can sabotage a marriage.

    Scott and Vanessa provide valuable guidance, emphasizing premarital counseling, biblical wisdom, and mentorship from godly couples to navigate these challenges. They encourage singles to pray for their future spouse and pursue a deeper relationship with God during the waiting season.

    Whether you're dating, engaged, or seeking wisdom for a godly relationship, this episode offers essential insights into building a strong foundation and avoiding major pitfalls. Don't miss these pre-marriage tips from a couple who has traveled this path themselves.

    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

    • 19 min
    Ex-Spouse Sabotage in Blended Families

    Ex-Spouse Sabotage in Blended Families

    How 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 episode offers invaluable guidance on navigating the challenges posed by a hostile ex-spouse.

    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

    • 22 min
    Exposing Co-Parenting Traps: Narcissism & Alienation

    Exposing Co-Parenting Traps: Narcissism & Alienation

    In this thought-provoking episode, Exposing Co-Parenting Traps: Narcissism and Alienation, Scott and Vanessa delve into the complex issue of Narcissistic Parental Alienation Syndrome (NPAS). They provide insights on recognizing the signs, confronting the situation, and finding healing for parents and children affected by this toxic form of co-parenting. Through biblical wisdom and practical advice, they offer guidance to families navigating this challenging terrain.

    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

    • 22 min
    Why You Need A Mentor

    Why You Need A Mentor

    On this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, we discuss everything from intimate moments with the Lord to practical guidance in blended family dynamics. Listen to real-life stories and biblical wisdom that illustrate the transformative power of having a mentor. Join us as we delve into the value of mentorship and how it can deepen your relationship with God and others.

    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

    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
177 Ratings

177 Ratings

DaniLovesPink ,

Life changing!! Highly recommend!!

This podcast will help to navigate all the hearts involved in a blended family— God’s way. So helpful! Great for single parents, newly blended, or blended-and-struggling families. This will help you so much. Practical and easy to listen to.

KristenJB ,

A Faith-Based Guide to Navigating Life in a Blended Family

With its perfect blend of practical advice, scriptural insights, and heartfelt encouragement, "Blended Kingdom Families" is a must-listen for any stepfamily seeking to build a strong, faith-filled foundation. Whether you're just starting your blended family journey or have been navigating it for years, this podcast offers a lifeline of support, hope, and a reminder that with God at the center, all things are possible.

EProductions ,

A valuable resource for blended families

I’m a huge fan of this podcast! From the candid conversations about challenging blended family issues to light hearted encourage, this podcast has it all. Thank God for BKF!

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