When complicated circumstances show up in blended families, relationship-building slows down. Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Darrell Bock about how the death of his mom, a dad who traveled weekly, & a new stepmom with 3 kids created tension and unease for all.
Stepfamilies are fundamentally different than biological families which creates tension & ambiguity. Ron Deal speaks with Dr Patricia Papernow about key principles for healthy relationship building while navigating complex dynamics & competing priorities.
Blending isn't the goal for stepfamilies; it suggests the family becomes one relationally, which rarely occurs. Other common cooking strategies don't work either. Then what does? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace discuss how crockpot cooking is the key.
Do you have a roadmap to follow on your blended family journey? We'd like to encourage using God's Word. Listen to Ron Deal & Gayla Grace, with stepcouple guests, talk about the value of scripture for families who are in need of hope and encouragement.
Family Values Exercise “Is Jesus your first love and is your spouse the love of your life? Everything else falls into place after that.” -David Robbins FamilyLife CEO David Robbins understands that life’s daily pressures make it difficult to stay focused on pursuing the Lord, your spouse, and your family first, so he developed a […]
Develop lasting relationships in your community with Your Place, Your People. In today’s hyper-connected world, it can be difficult to make meaningful connections with those around us. Despite the abundance of social media relationships available online, many of us feel isolated and lonely, unable to truly connect with others in a meaningful way. If you’re […]
Award conversations gravitate to our holiday tables year after year. But could we all truly get along, even for 30 minutes of face-stuffing glory?
Use this Family Values and Resolutions download to identify the values you desire for your family in the days and months ahead. This dual component exercise—one couples activity plus one family activity—will inspire you to kick off the future with values, resolutions and goals that you can strive for together. Fill out the form below […]
There are plenty of things vying for our attention during the holidays. Toxic thoughts don’t need to be one of them.
As states reopen and life attempts to go back to normal, I’m reevaluating my family’s needs. But what I’m finding isn’t necessarily a beach vacation.
Our Love Story Quiz This Valentine’s Day, take time to recall your love story. And then give your kids a love test—about you! This free printable offers questions will lead you and your love down memory lane. And will evoke adorable responses from your children. A sure keepsake for your love and memory bank. Fill […]
As much as we hope we’ll become idyllic people during this idyllic season, our struggles refuse to take a holiday.
The Thriving Blended Family Stepfamilies aren’t just “families.” They have their own unique triumphs and joys, as well as challenges and needs. They are a unique type of family, with the redemptive power to break the generational cycle of divorce. Since FamilyLife began over 40 years ago we’ve been putting out biblically-based resources to help […]
Over 25 years of marriage have taught my husband and me how to adjust to each other’s families.
The practice of family worship is a crucial discipline for spiritually healthy families.
As family and friends gather, here are some ideas to create a holiday that is memorable and feasible.
God has a purpose for our lives and for the homes where we spend those lives.
How can you make Easter more meaningful?
Traditions remind us to stop the busy cycle of life long enough to reconnect and build bonds.
FamilyLife Today co-host lists seven great movies to view with your family during the holidays.
Formulating a strategy for dealing with the stress of that accompanies holidays with loved ones.
Many couples start off wrong and are then burdened with poor in-law relationships for years. It will take faith to develop positive in-law relationships.
Practical suggestions to help you remember what shapes your family’s life and legacy.
So you're planning your Christmas schedule? Perhaps it looks something like this...
There is beauty in learning to let go of your adult children.
