EPISODE 0250 | Divorce, Blended Families and Remarriage Q&A
THESE NOTES ACCOMPANY EPISODE 0250
In this live Q&A episode from the Strong Marriage Conference, Pastor Nate and Ashley Brown sit down with others to tackle the real questions that emerge when families face divorce, remarriage, and restoration. From raising kids in blended homes to handling forgiveness, co-parenting tensions, and spiritual authority in the home—this conversation offers practical wisdom rooted in Scripture and personal experience.
If you’re navigating a complex family structure or know someone who is, this episode is packed with biblical truth, hard-won lessons, and grace-filled encouragement.
Main Topics Covered:
Dealing with guilt and shame from a past divorce
Forgiveness when co-parenting with someone who has sinned deeply
How step-parents can earn trust and lead with love
Navigating blended family dynamics with clarity and grace
Teaching kids truth amid conflicting worldviews
Supporting other struggling couples without sounding judgmental
What to do when repentance and divorce questions collide
Why church involvement is essential in matters of marriage and restoration
Key Scriptures:
Psalm 51:17 – “The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit.”
1 Corinthians 7:15 – “God has called you to live in peace.”
Proverbs 22:6 – “Train up a child in the way he should go…”
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person.”
Psalm 82:4 – “Rescue the poor and the helpless…”
Key Takeaways:
🧭 Shame traps you in the past, but guilt—when submitted to God—can lead to healing
🫶 Co-parenting well starts with honor, not hostility—even in difficult circumstances
🧑🔧 Stepparents don’t replace biological parents—they earn influence through consistency and care
🏡 Inside your home, you can establish spiritual authority and gospel culture
👨👩👧 The Church should walk closely with couples who are rebuilding after brokenness
💬 A truly repentant spouse deserves serious, Spirit-led consideration—not instant dismissal
🔄 Grace doesn’t erase history, but it empowers a new legacy in Christ
Whether you're raising kids in a blended family or walking with someone who is, this episode will give you tools to build a gospel-centered home—one filled with truth, grace, and purpose.
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