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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 will 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!
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As we continue to relive our top episodes of all time, this week we discuss co-parenting in episode titled, Parenting and Co-Parenting: Co-Parenting is a Team Sport. As co-parents, it is possible to experience peace and unity as we work together for the well-being of our children. This podcast is for you if you are seeking to improve your co-parenting relationship or trying to establish a healthy dynamic with your ex-spouse. This month's podcast series focuses on co-parenting and how the rela...
How do you and your blended family put the 'fun' in dysfunction? We know that blending can be difficult, but you and your family can find ways to overcome the trials of transitioning into blended family life. 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 ...
In this week’s episode, Facing New Step-Family Challenges Together: What is Your Parenting Perspective?, we discuss the effects that our attitudes have on the way we parent and co-parent, and the influence of comparison in our relationships with those around us. We will also share some practical strategies for overcoming a negative attitude and overcoming a spirit of comparison. We pray that this podcast blesses you today! Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Conn...
In this week’s episode we revisit an incredible episode full of Godly wisdom for your blended family; Blended & Redeemed: Your Home is Not Broken. In this episode we discuss the term “broken home” and the importance of removing the phrase from our vocabulary. When our families are built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, they cannot be broken. Whatever is in your past does not hinder you from experiencing the blessings that God has in store for your blended family. Whether you are ...
Do your children spell love the same way you do? For most kids, LOVE = T-I-M-E. In this episode of The Blended Kingdom Families Podcast we revisit a top series - Blending Your Bunch, and unpack the powerful connection between time and love in parenting and step-parenting. Whether you’re looking for practical ways to spend more intentional time with your kids, or you’re a stepparent seeking strategies to strengthen bonds with your stepchildren, this conversation is for ...
Marriage works best when our priorities are in the right order: God first, spouse second, children third; but living that out isn’t always easy, especially in a blended family. In this first episode of our 4-part series from our book, Blended & Redeemed, Scott and Vanessa share biblical wisdom and practical tools to help you build (or rebuild) a God-centered marriage that thrives. Whether you’re: Engaged or newly married and ready to start strong Remarried and determined to do things God’...
Are you unknowingly living by a promise you made to protect yourself from past pain? In this powerful episode from our Blended & Redeemed book teaching series, Scott and Vanessa Martindale unpack the destructive impact of inner vows, those silent promises we make to ourselves that shape our actions, relationships, and faith. You'll learn: What inner vows are and how they form How they can go unnoticed for years Real-life examples of inner vows in marriage and family How to surrende...
How 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 receive frequently is: What should a child call their stepparent? In this episode we share why we feel that it is important for children t...
How 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. As we continue to celebrate all God has done through the BKF podcast, this week we are talking about different types of blended family love. We'll share personal experiences, biblical truth, and pract...
Join 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 Sco...
What triggers you and how do you respond when it happens? Triggers are real, and they are tough to manage, but they do not have to define you! Join us as we continue to relive our top Blended Kingdom Family Podcast episodes! In this powerful episode, we’re joined by author Wendy Speake to unpack what it looks like to face triggers head-on, especially in parenting and blended families. Together, we explore practical strategies for breaking the cycle of reactive behavior and embracing Go...
Join Scott and Vanessa Martindale as they revisit one of the most impactful episodes of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast. In this must-listen conversation they explore how parental behavior shapes the emotional, spiritual and relational development of children in blended families. Whether you are a stepparent, co-parent or navigating a new season of remarriage, this episode dives into how your daily actions influence your child's understanding of love, conflict, marriage, and grace. Kids...
We continue to relive our top BKF episode and in this week’s episode, we look at Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation behaviors. We discuss strategies for recovering from such behaviors as well as sharing steps toward building a better, healthier co-parenting relationship. The pain of divorce can cause us to speak and act in ways that we never would have expected and can negatively impact our children. Examining our hearts on a daily basis can help us to overcome any spirit of fear...
We are so excited to relive this top episode, “Dealing with Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation”, with Dr. Les Carter. Dr. Carter is an author, psychotherapist, and counselor with 40+ years of experience in the field. He is the author of over 20 books and resources including "The Anger Trap" and "When Pleasing You is Killing Me". IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: - How to handle a narcissistic ex-spouse - What child manipulation looks like - Teach...
As we continue celebrating 5 years and over 270 episodes of the BKF Podcast, we’re revisiting the most powerful, hope-filled conversations we’ve shared with you! In this week’s top episode, we discuss blended families as a beautiful example of God’s redeeming power. Everything we bring with us into our blending journey - pain, fear, anger, resentment, expectations - can be revealed and healed by our Heavenly Father if we surrender it into His hands. The fire you and your family may be walkin...
Join us as we relive our top BKF episodes of all time! Up first, Rachel Scott joins us on the podcast for a discussion about biological and stepparent relationships. She joins Scott and Vanessa to talk about the problem of comparison and competition and the reasons those traps surface, particularly for women. They talk about the value of humility and empathy in the biological parent/stepparent relationship and offer suggestions for better interactions. To learn more about Rachel Scott ...
Struggling to get on the same page with parenting in your blended family? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale share practical, biblical advice for couples who feel divided when it comes to parenting and discipline. This episode will help you learn practical skills to protect your marriage, raise confident kids, and bring peace back into your home. Key points discussed: What to do when your parenting styles clas...
What do you do when step-grandparents treat your kids like outsiders? On this week’s episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale answer a raw and emotional listener question: "What to do when step grandparents do not include my kids as their grandchildren?" They unpack the hurt, offer biblical perspectives, and provide real strategies for setting boundaries, fostering healthy communication, and seeking lasting healing. Whether you're dealing with favori...
In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale welcome marriage coaches and high school sweethearts Chad and Megan Lacefield, hosts of the Built for Two podcast. With over 30 years of marriage experience, they open up about the reality of fighting for your marriage, not against it, and what it really takes to leave a godly legacy. From learning selflessness and setting “fight rules” to raising adult children and enjoying their role as grandparents...
Do your kids or step-kids feel distant or disconnected? In this episode, we unpack why one-on-one quality time is a powerful tool for building deep relationships in blended families. Whether you're a stepparent or biological parent, learning how to connect with each child individually helps them feel safe, seen, and secure. We share real life tips, biblical wisdom, and personal stories that highlight how intentional time creates trust, helps kids open- up emotionally, and strengthens the enti...
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This podcast was amazing today and exactly what I needed to hear. My husband and I are celebrating one year of marriage in 5 days! We've had some struggles in our first year, some were out of our control, but I never really thought about expectations until today. We've never had that conversation, so many have been unrealistic. After listening to this podcast and reflecting on almost a year of marriage, it made me realize how important this conversation is to have together. Thank you for sharing!