Some phrases can simply minimize a person’s pain. Here are some ideas of what not to say to a friend who miscarried.
What could it look like to comfort someone who had a miscarriage or a friend struggling with infertility? Read a few ways to point them toward God in a season of loss.
Regardless of what the future holds, God has promised to redeem my pain. If you’ve struggled with infertility, my heart goes out to you.
What’s my marriage for? It’s more than just another “happily ever after.” Maybe you’ve been asking yourself this question. You want to believe marriage is more than just happily ever […]
For some, complex emotions abound on Mother’s Day. So, how do we comfort those who don’t feel joy on this holiday?
My daughter granted peripheral vision for people marginalized around the world. Yet the Bible’s understanding of the disabled is indispensable for us all.
Our past affects our present. And when we experience complicated blended family dynamics as a child, we're forever changed. Listen to Scott Kedersha share with Ron Deal how his blended family upbringing has impacted his parenting and marriage as an adult.
Do you wonder about God's purpose and intent for marital sexuality within marriage? Do you need help on how to nurture and protect this aspect of marriage? Listen to Ron Deal's message: God's Purpose and Intent for Sexuality.
I learned a lot from my NFL days; I even became a Christian thanks to a teammate. But some things—especially in marriage—can’t be learned on the field.
The Art of Marriage Ops Marriage is the most important commitment that a man and woman can make. When the pressures of military service threaten the marriages of military couples,
You’re not alone in wondering if the struggles you have in marriage are normal; or even if you’re asking, “Do I have a healthy marriage?”
Conflicts are inevitable on family journeys. Rodney and Annetta Whitney share their journey, confusing dynamics, and their light bulb moments with Ron Deal. Stepparent, if you feel like an outsider, keep having hard discussions and don't give up.
Marriage is challenging. And yet, through each trial, we discover the resilience to overcome and grow together.
Sex, attraction, and Christian relationships: How do those even work? Zion Adams lost his virginity in college, and after his breakup, struggled with other sources of sexual sin. He shares ideas on crushing temptation and setting bold boundaries.
If you find the intensity of love fading, look at the direction you’re walking. Sometimes, redirection is all you need to fall back in love.
Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about the challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more.
Getting remarried in later life after the death of a spouse or divorce? How do you know if you’re ready? Ron Deal talks with Jim & Shirley Mozena about the risks, as well as rewards, of a later-life remarriage and what to consider as you date.
Nixing the gift exchange might be nontraditional, but it’s helped our family realign our priorities and values during the holidays.
In the Bible, a lament is a passionate expression of sadness when people are grieving. If you feel stuck and aren’t sure what to do about racism, lament is a great place to start.
Our only chance at dismantling racial injustice is being more curious about its origins than we are worried about our comfort.
When relationships with our adult kids & stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? Can we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes contributing to the problem and how parents can help.
Christmas Gift Tags Need some gift tags for your Christmas presents? These simply designed tags match any wrapping paper, or use them as a way for your kids to add
Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises.
Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help.
High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks & Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, & consider your kids first.
