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 you.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:

- Why children interpret love as time spent with them

- Simple, intentional ways to maximize time with your kids

- How to balance busy schedules while still prioritizing family

- Biblical encouragement on being prayerful, patient, and persistent in your parenting journey

We pray this episode blesses you today

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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’s way
In a blended family navigating complex priorities
Or wanting to renew your marriage after challenges, this episode will give you hope, clarity, and action steps.

We’ll cover:
How to set priorities for a healthy, God-centered marriage
The role and benefits of premarital counseling
The unique challenges of rearranging priorities in blended families
Why modeling a healthy marriage can help your children heal

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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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 surrender inner vows to God for true healing

Whether you're preparing for marriage or navigating challenges in your blended family, this episode will help you identify and break free from inner vows so you can build stronger, Christ-centered relationships.

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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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 to have input in naming their stepparent and provide strategies for bio and stepparents to support and find peace in your child's decision. We're so excited to share the third installment of Blending Your Bunch with you! If you missed the first two episodes of this series, you can watch them here on our YouTube channel, or listen to them on any podcast streaming platform! 

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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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 practical advice to help you navigate the ins and outs of becoming a blended kingdom family! 

In this week's episode, we discuss love as defined by the Word of God, how love between biological parents and their children can be different compared to that of the stepparent and stepchild relationship, creating the ideal environment for the members of your blended family to build strong relationships with one another, and so much more.

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
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To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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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 Scott and Vanessa share biblical truths in how you can establish the right priorities in your blended family. How do you prioritize God, your marriage, your children, and everything else in between? When your priorities are in line, the dynamics of your blended family will drastically change for the better! 

Thanks for watching and we look forward to walking with you on your blended family journey!

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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

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 God’s redemptive grace in the hardest moments. 

Wendy Speake is a mother, host of the 40 Day Sugar Fast, and co-author of the book Triggers. She brings wisdom, warmth, and real-life stories to this honest conversation. If you’ve ever wished you could rewrite your response to triggers, this episode is for you!

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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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 are always watching and what they see becomes part of who they become. Discover how to model intentional parenting lead with compassion and reflect Christ in your blended family journey.

Key topics include healthy parental influence in stepfamilies, the silent power of role modeling, teaching grace, kindness, and love by example, why your kids future relationships depend on what they see today and more! 

Want to learn more practical tips and strategies to help your blended family thrive? Order a copy of Blended and Redeemed today! 

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
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To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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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 that may cause us to behave in unhealthy ways. You can find more episodes about Child Manipulation and Parent Alienation on our YouTube channel or search "blended kingdom families podcast" on any streaming platform. Additional resources can be found in our book, Blended and Redeemed, which is available NOW! Order your copy today! 

We pray this episode blesses you today! 

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To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
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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 

-   Teaching your child to know the essence of love 

-   Parent alienation 

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