How do you parent your kids through a story they didn’t choose?

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Vaneetha Risner shares her journey of raising two adolescent daughters as a single mom after divorce. She opens up about the pressure to “hold everything together,” the tension of co-parenting with different values, and the deep questions kids ask about God in the middle of pain.

This episode offers practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for all moms, reminding us that while we can’t control our children’s stories, we can faithfully shepherd their hearts—and trust God to restore what has been lost. Here is some of what we cover:

The balance between sharing too much vs. hiding your emotions
Navigating co-parenting with different rules and values
The importance of community when you feel alone
You don’t have to have all the answers—sometimes “I don’t know” is enough
Parenting is a long game—trust God with the outcome

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Instagram: Vaneetha Risner (@vaneetharisner)

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Parenting Through Divorce: Helping Kids Heal, Co-Parent Well & Trust God :: Vaneetha Risner [Ep 565]