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In a world where conversations about divorce often feel isolated and heavy, Karlton and Rev. Jerome shine a light on the journey of healing and growth in their milestone anniversary episode of *Rooted in Christ: Men After Divorce*. With a year of heartfelt discussions behind them, they unpack the complexities of navigating life after divorce, emphasizing that the path to recovery is both personal and communal. Join Karlton and Rev. Jerome as they reflect on the transformative moments that have defined their first year together. They explore how faith can anchor men amidst feelings of anger, loneliness, and uncertainty. You'll discover: - The profound identity shifts that occur when a marriage ends and how to reclaim your sense of self. - The vital importance of open conversations around financial and emotional struggles that impact daily life post-divorce. - Practical insights on fatherhood and the lessons men impart to their children during tumultuous times. …

In a world where conversations about divorce often feel isolated and heavy, Karlton and Rev. Jerome shine a light on the journey of healing and growth in their milestone anniversary episode of *Rooted in Christ: Men After Divorce*. With a year of heartfelt discussions behind them, they unpack the complexities of navigating life after divorce, emphasizing that the path to recovery is both personal and communal. Join Karlton and Rev. Jerome as they reflect on the transformative moments that have defined their first year together. They explore how faith can anchor men amidst feelings of anger, loneliness, and uncertainty. You'll discover: - The profound identity shifts that occur when a marriage ends and how to reclaim your sense of self. - The vital importance of open conversations around financial and emotional struggles that impact daily life post-divorce. - Practical insights on fatherhood and the lessons men impart to their children during tumultuous times. - The role of accoun…

Karlton of Rooted In Christ, Men After Divorce, explores how to forgive when a former spouse’s choices keep reopening the wound. Through a divorced father’s story, he distinguishes forgiveness from reconciliation, approval, or a tactic to win someone back, and offers practical steps for protecting peace, children, and personal healing. key topics A recently divorced man faces renewed hope for reconciliation followed by the shock of learning his ex-wife is dating. Karlton names four sources of pain: hope and whiplash, a perceived broken promise, concern for the children, and fear that the marriage meant nothing. A former spouse’s next decision cannot erase the reality of the marriage, shared years, children, or vows. Forgiveness does not require waiting for the other person to stop, and it is not a bargaining strategy to bring them back. Forgiveness is distinct from approval: release the debt while acknowledging choices you believe are harmful. Karlton draws on 1 Peter 2:23 and …

Brothers, Rooted in Christ Men After Divorce is turning one—and we want to hear from you. We’ve spent this year talking honestly about anger, accountability, forgiveness, fatherhood, and finding solid ground after divorce. As we prepare for our November 3 anniversary episode, we want to know: What has helped you? We’ve spent this year talking honestly about anger, accountability, forgiveness, fatherhood, and finding solid ground after divorce. As we prepare for our November 3 anniversary episode, we want to know: What has helped you? Was there an episode that spoke to your situation? A conversation that challenged your thinking? A reminder of God’s faithfulness when you needed it most? Tell us about it. Send a few sentences or a short audio or video message sharing: Your favorite episode and why it stayed with you. Something you’ve put into practice because of the podcast. How these conversations have helped you move forward. You don’t need a finished testimony. Even one step t…

One year strong—and your story matters. Tell us which episode helped you and why. Email info@RootedInChristMen.org by October 31. Anniversary episode: November 3. Send a few sentences, a voice note, or a short video. Subject: One Year Strong — My Story. Please tell us whether we may share your submission. Stay rooted, ride strong, divorce is not you. #RootedInChrist #MenAfterDivorce #OneYearStrong

Karlton of Rooted In Christ, Men After Divorce, explores how to forgive when a former spouse’s choices keep reopening the wound. Through a divorced father’s story, he distinguishes forgiveness from reconciliation, approval, or a tactic to win someone back, and offers practical steps for protecting peace, children, and personal healing. key topics A recently divorced man faces renewed hope for reconciliation followed by the shock of learning his ex-wife is dating. Karlton names four sources of pain: hope and whiplash, a perceived broken promise, concern for the children, and fear that the marriage meant nothing. A former spouse’s next decision cannot erase the reality of the marriage, shared years, children, or vows. Forgiveness does not require waiting for the other person to stop, and it is not a bargaining strategy to bring them back. Forgiveness is distinct from approval: release the debt while acknowledging choices you believe are harmful. Karlton draws on 1 Peter …

Karlton of Rooted In Christ, Men After Divorce, explores how to forgive when a former spouse’s choices keep reopening the wound. Through a divorced father’s story, he distinguishes forgiveness from reconciliation, approval, or a tactic to win someone back, and offers practical steps for protecting peace, children, and personal healing. key topics A recently divorced man faces renewed hope for reconciliation followed by the shock of learning his ex-wife is dating. Karlton names four sources of pain: hope and whiplash, a perceived broken promise, concern for the children, and fear that the marriage meant nothing. A former spouse’s next decision cannot erase the reality of the marriage, shared years, children, or vows. Forgiveness does not require waiting for the other person to stop, and it is not a bargaining strategy to bring them back. Forgiveness is distinct from approval: release the debt while acknowledging choices you believe are harmful. Karlton draws on 1 Peter 2:23 and …

What do you do when your world falls apart? In this powerful episode of *Chaos After Divorce*, Chad O'Malley shares his transformative journey through the first 90 days after his divorce, offering profound insights that every man facing similar challenges needs to hear. If you’re grappling with the emotional turmoil of divorce, this conversation could be the lifeline you’ve been seeking. Chad, an author and life coach, reveals the raw truth about navigating the dark waters of separation. He discusses the pivotal moment that led him to write his devotional, *Men in Divorce: Surviving Mindset*, and outlines the three critical pillars he discovered: surrender, partner, and release. You’ll discover how to let go of shame, find strength in vulnerability, and rebuild your identity after loss. In this episode, we break down: - The emotional spiral men face during and after divorce, and why recognizing it is the first step to healing. - Chad’s three-step framework for surv…