Ep. 377 - Scott and Vanessa Martindale Provide Practical Resources and Guidance for Blended Families

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Ep. 377 - Scott and Vanessa Martindale Provide Practical Resources and Guidance for Blended Families

April 10, 2023 • Tina Griffin

Scott and Vanessa Martindale are experts at sharing practical resources for couples who are struggling or just need guidance on how to bring their blended families together. Scott is a licensed therapist, and Vanessa is a registered nurse who founded Blended Kingdom Families to help offer redemption and restoration to others on the same journey. Together, they have created incredible resources for other couples looking to strengthen their marriage, effectively co-parent with ex-spouses, and wisely parent their stepchildren. They offer a book, a podcast, and downloadable resources for parents, churches, and pastoral staff looking to shepherd blended families through different or difficult situations.

TAKEAWAYS

Make sure you are prioritizing your marriage properly in the context of a blended family

Many churches need resources for couples who are seeking help in bringing their blended families closer together

The Martindales have over 200 podcast episodes available on their website covering topics that relate to the dynamics of blended families

Build family traditions and give kids a chance to unite and share their opinions and voice their thoughts in this new family environment

🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE

Cherish Your Spouse Video Series: https://bit.ly/3IcjNsl

Blended Kingdom Families Mission Video: http://bit.ly/3TC8C0d

Family Playland (get 10% off with code TINA): http://bit.ly/3nh43fK

Blended and Redeemed Book: https://amzn.to/3ZRBRhe

🔗 CONNECT WITH SCOTT AND VANESSA MARTINDALE

Website: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blendedkingdomfamilies/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blendedkingdomfamilies/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlendedKingdomFamilies

Podcast: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/podcast/

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Ep. 732 - Misunderstandings of Mental Health and How to Help Those Suffering - Matthew Stanford

December 19, 2024

A lot of people get the lines between spiritual problems and mental problems confused, but one thing is clear: the church has historically been a safe and helpful place for people suffering and seeking shelter and support. Matthew Stanford is the CEO of the Hope and Healing Center and Institute in Texas. He shares about the misunderstanding surrounding mental health problems with Christians and children. He also praises the church for being on the front lines of mental health support. Matthew points out hallmarks of depression in children and how the church can come alongside families during difficult times of diagnosis and mental health struggles. We as parents can also teach our children how to deal with stress and tension in our everyday lives in a healthy manner. TAKEAWAYS Try to be present for your friends struggling mentally and offer to pray for them or over them Find out how you can minimize stress in the life of someone who is mentally struggling A profoundly depressed mood is the most common characteristic of depression A foundation for true healing is found in faith-based solutions 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE Answers in Genesis (get 10% off with code AIGCCM10): https://bit.ly/aigccm Grace for the Children book: https://amzn.to/4ieuiq4 Harvard Cancels Classes After Trump Win: https://bit.ly/4gboev0 Universities Cancel Classes After Trump Win: https://bit.ly/4gxtywp 🔗 CONNECT WITH HOPE AND HEALING CENTER Website: https://hopeandhealingcenter.org/ 📢 THIS EPISODE SPONSORED BY Pure Bella Vita (get $5 off with code TINA): https://bit.ly/pbvaccm LifeVac (get 10% off with code TINA): https://lifevac.net/ Capstone Legacy Foundation: https://capstonelegacy.org/ Redemption Shield (get 10% off with code TINA): https://bit.ly/3wzgeiq 🔗 CONNECT WITH COUNTER CULTURE MOM https://linktr.ee/counterculturemom 📺 WATCH OUR PREVIOUS SHOWS https://bit.ly/fpmccmshow 📲 GET OUR APP & FREE PARENT MEDIA GUIDE http://bit.ly/landingpageccm 💵 SUPPORT THE MISSION 2023 Recap & 2024 Goals: https://bit.ly/ccm23impactreport Make a Tax-Deductible Donation: https://counterculturemom.com/partner/

Ep. 731 - Detect and Dismantle Top Mental Health Enemies: Devil, Flesh, and World - Kenza Haddock

December 18, 2024 • Tina Griffin

The word of God is alive and it is sharper than any two-edged sword! On the mental health battleground, secular treatment will leave you spiritually empty. But with Jesus and the guidance of His word, you can address the root of the problem for depression and anxiety, rather than just treating the symptoms. Kenza Haddock is a licensed professional Christian counselor supervisor. She is also the author of The Three Enemies of Your Mental Health: Gain Lasting Victory Over the Devil, the Flesh, and the World. Prepare yourself for battle and for true mental healing when you dive in deep to the tools and protection the Lord offers you. When it comes to combating depression, Jesus is the most powerful weapon you have against the devil. TAKEAWAYS We’re experiencing the HIGHEST levels of suicides in America than ever before Many Christians are not equipped to do battle against the devil and we cannot experience true healing apart from Jesus Christ The more we expose ourselves to a godless culture, the more affected we’ll be by it Spiritual warfare and mental health are one and the same 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE Download the CCM App: https://bit.ly/3vc4d2x The Three Enemies of Your Mental Health video: https://bit.ly/3yz2fbf The Three Enemies of Your Mental Health book: https://amzn.to/4gjooi2 🔗 CONNECT WITH KENZA HADDOCK Website: https://kenzahaddock.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenzahaddockhttp://www.facebook.com/kenzahaddock 📢 THIS EPISODE SPONSORED BY Gabb: http://gabb.com/tina My Father’s World: http://mfwbooks.com/4tina PetClub 247 (use this link for discounts!): https://petclub247.com/tina Jacob’s Ladder: https://jacobsladder.us/give/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH COUNTER CULTURE MOM https://linktr.ee/counterculturemom 📺 WATCH OUR PREVIOUS SHOWS https://bit.ly/fpmccmshow 📲 GET OUR APP & FREE PARENT MEDIA GUIDE http://bit.ly/landingpageccm 💵 SUPPORT THE MISSION 2023 Recap & 2024 Goals: https://bit.ly/ccm23impactreport Make a Tax-Deductible Donation: https://counterculturemom.com/partner/

Ep. 730 - Causes of Depression, Rising Rates of Anxiety, and Treatment Options - Dr. David Carreon

December 17, 2024 • Tina Griffin

American society has shifted significantly in the last few decades - markedly, Americans’ friendship circles are smaller than ever before, and depression seems to be a constant, nagging problem. Noted psychiatrist and author, Dr. David Carreon, discusses the reasons behind depression and how people are more atomized and individualized than ever. This individuality can result in increased isolation and be a major contributing factor to depression. He also talks about the rising rates of anxiety and depression disorders, as well as disturbing upward trends in suicides nationwide. How could a Biblical vision of eternity help our culture? At the heart of it all, the driving factor behind depression is the fallen state of this sinful world. David helps us recognize the red flags and solutions for depression. TAKEAWAYS Encourage your friends and family members who are depressed to seek treatment and not deal with depression alone Depression is not what’s wrong with society - sin is Depression is very much a form of long-term human suffering Feeling depressed is one of the hardest human experiences to endure 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE Stand Up Now Apparel (get 10% off order and free shipping with code TINA): https://bit.ly/4fgfwcj The Opposite of Depression book: https://amzn.to/3bkpxgr Bowling Alone book: https://amzn.to/3oa8qtt What’s Wrong With the World book: https://amzn.to/49vaeav 🔗 CONNECT WITH DR. DAVID CARREON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmcarreon/http://www.facebook.com/dmcarreon 🔗 CONNECT WITH ACACIA CLINICS Website: https://www.acaciaclinics.com/http://www.acaciaclinics.com 📢 THIS EPISODE SPONSORED BY Redemption Shield (get 10% off with code TINA): https://bit.ly/3wzgeiq Gabb: http://gabb.com/tina Jase Medical (get a discount with code TINA): https://bit.ly/jaseccm Jacob’s Ladder: https://jacobsladder.us/give/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH COUNTER CULTURE MOM https://linktr.ee/counterculturemom 📺 WATCH OUR PREVIOUS SHOWS https://bit.ly/fpmccmshow 📲 GET OUR APP & FREE PARENT MEDIA GUIDE http://bit.ly/landingpageccm 💵 SUPPORT THE MISSION 2023 Recap & 2024 Goals: https://bit.ly/ccm23impactreport Make a Tax-Deductible Donation: https://counterculturemom.com/partner/