Counselor Paula Rinehart will bring wisdom for parents walking the tender road of their child’s divorce—how to be present without controlling, supportive without shaming, and hopeful without rescuing. She will speak to navigating in-law dynamics and handling issues with grandchildren with grace, helping parents of divorced children strengthen relationships and find gospel hope even in regret and grief.

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In This Episode

[01:00] beginning the conversation and naming what parents carry

[02:15] holding the mix of anger, sadness, and helplessness

[04:21] facing the quiet weight of shame with humility

[08:17] staying in community when you want to withdraw

[11:00] returning again to scripture in the middle of it all

[16:00] trying to support without deepening resentment

[20:00] speaking honestly, but with restraint and care

[24:00] choosing what to carry and what to release as a parent

[28:00] navigating distance, estrangement, and the long game of love

[39:00] keeping relationships for the sake of the grandchildren

[46:00] grieving what family looks like now, and trusting what remains

[49:53] remembering this is not the end of the story

Guest Resources

📕 Books by Paula Rinehart

📚Vaneetha’s Books: 

• Her memoir: Walking Through Fire

• Her latest devotional: Watching for the Morning

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