This year, consider celebrating the single moms in your life. Here are a few Mother’s Day ideas to get you started. M
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.
Welcome We’re so glad you found one of our Bible plans. We invite you to explore some other ways FamilyLife can be a part of your spiritual journey. Welcome We’re so glad you found one of our Bible plans. We invite you to explore some other ways FamilyLife can be a part of your spiritual […]
I’ve always wanted to get married, but when fear of commitment takes hold of me, I find myself wondering if it’s worth the risk.
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.
Take five minutes each day for these prayers for Easter and Holy Week, to remind your family what this season’s all about.
Do we have to be perfect parents if we want our kids to find God’s peace in this life? Hardly! But we do need to point them to the One who is perfect.
How can you establish your marital relationship as the foundation for the home when children preceded your union? Ron Deal & Gayla Grace offer practical tips on how to put your spouse in the front seat of your heart while still prioritizing your children.
Considering a Weekend to Remember but feel selfish for taking a parents getaway? Please don’t. Leaving them behind is likely worse for you than it is for them.
Resurrection Eggs Send your children on a hunt that will lead them to the treasure of Easter! Read the story together, open each egg, and find the surprise inside – a symbol of Jesus’ journey to the cross. Relive the events of those history-changing hours. Fill out the form below to get your free download! […]
As a single mom, you may never find the perfect work-life balance, but you can be free from the burden of trying to do it all.
Maybe fostering isn't for you, but there's something each of us can do to support foster families. Here are five ideas to get started.
We all desire to teach our children to be better siblings, friends, and someday, adults. But how do we raise compassionate kids?
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.
If trends continue, by 2050, 35 million youth may undergo deconversion. How can we help prevent a crisis of faith in our kids?
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.
What are key stepping stones every stepfamily needs that will lead to healthy relationship building? Ron Deal and Gayla Grace discuss how perseverance, flexibility, commitment, Christ-likeness and other core attributes work together to create familyness.
Want to be the spiritual leader of your family but don’t know where to start? Here are seven essentials for leading well.
Want to get married on a tight budget but still plan an unforgettable wedding? Here are three tips for planning a cheap wedding.
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 […]
When mentees exhausted from wedding prep wonder if marriage is actually necessary, be ready with a few critical truths about its purpose and beauty.
More than any other factor—really—your spiritual compatibility will influence your future marriage.
What rules, principles, or contracts should you make with smartphones and your child? David Eaton, author of Smartphone Sanity, talks with Ron Deal about 8 major concerns to consider to keep smartphones from invading your home and hijacking your child.
Raising a special-needs child has an ongoing effect on your marriage. Be sure not to let it override your marriage in a way that causes it to crumble.
We know what you're arguing about. Grab pointers to deal with the issues nagging your marriage and how to approach conflict like a pro.
Parents face devastating loss when alienated from their children due to a former spouse. But there is hope for redemption! Dr. Richard Marks shares his story with Ron Deal of re-connecting with his mom as an adult and enjoying a thriving relationship with her.
It’s one thing when your home is filled with fighting. But if things are just okay? How do you work on your marriage when your spouse won’t?
What does it mean to work smarter, not harder? How do we apply that to our relationships and why is it important? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about unique blended family dynamics and the value of intentional behavior as we build relationships.
It's the most wonderful time of year! Wait ... is it really? We want Christmas to feel magical. But too often, we feel disappointment, stress, sadness, & loneliness. Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Bob Lepine on how to find lasting joy this season.
These ideas will help you develop deeper relationships with your children despite a hectic schedule.
