Need a low-stress way to keep the holiday fun while still focusing on the meaning of Christmas? We’ve got you covered with this family Christmas countdown.
If you're looking to take your next date-night convo to the next level, try out these 25 questions to ask your spouse.
One of the most stressful aspects of blended family life is the relationship between a stepparent and stepkids. Here are four tips to help you manage the emotions you feel.
As a single parent, it's natural to yearn for a marriage partner who will love you AND your kids unconditionally. But is that realistic? Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Sabrina McDonald about dating, remarriage, and stepfamily life after widowhood.
Holiday Traditions to Decorate “Inside” This Year The holidays can be a busy and stressful time. There are meals to plan, parties to attend, and lists to check twice. But […]
From "I do," there will be forces trying to pull you and your spouse apart. Fight the drift by focusing on intentional, quality time.
Pornography is everywhere. It's quickly becoming the leading sex educator of our kids. Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Brian Goins about the new documentary series "Brain Heart World" and learn how to address this important subject with your family.
Would you consider joining our mission to serve blended families as a volunteer or affiliate staff with FamilyLife Blended? Listen to Ron Deal and four couples share about why and how they minister to stepcouples and the blessings they receive in return.
Reviews & Stories Life has been busy and intense. This weekend away was a wonderful opportunity to connect on a deeper level emotionally, spiritually, and physically! Married 5 years https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssp_b0iROAw […]
Ever shared your faith? Hard to do it if you're not ready. Author Matt Smethurst primes you for the moment someone’s open toward your hope.
Obviously, sexual stress negatively impacts a marriage. Blended-family marriages are no different, but the nature of the stressors is different.
As parents and stepparents, we want to raise our kids well, but we often feel inadequate. In this episode, Ron Deal talks with Ginger Hubbard about parenting the heart of our children and motivating them to become God-pleasers, not people-pleasers.
In FamilyLife’s newest Christian podcast, Shelby Abbott discusses music, Scripture, and raising the bar for his young-adult listeners.
An abuser typically has a well-stocked arsenal of ways to exert power over you.
A godly home isn’t a perfect place but a place where others sense the influence of Christ. Here are 30 traits that help define it.
Are you in the early years of blending a family and you wonder if life will ever get easier? Listen to Ron Deal & Gayla Grace talk about the honeymoon season that follows hard relationship-building years and the rewards that come as familyness begins.
Godly homes are where imperfect families rely on God’s grace to be faithful reflections of Him in the way they relate to others.
When my wife was pregnant, I was excited about being a new dad. But balancing fatherhood and marriage was a challenge I needed help with.
Your love story isn’t over yet. You fell in love, but real life wasn’t far behind. Take this time to invest in and strengthen your marriage. You’re finally getting away–so […]
After finding out your wife is pregnant, it’s normal to ask, “Am I ready to be a dad?” And where do you find guidance for what’s ahead?
Is God calling you to minister to blended families, but you feel inadequate? Ron Deal explains how to earn an online ministry certificate as you glean from blended family experts with 7 hours of engaging video content, handouts, and bonus resources.
When we became parents, our entire universe shifted. What happened to the couple we were?
FAQs Most Common Questions What’s included in my registration? Registration includes access to all 12 sessions, two guidebooks, access to the event app, & special couples projects. Does not include […]
Weekend to Remember: Special Offer for Pastors Ministry marriage comes with its fair share of perks…and dangers. We know you’re not the only one affected by the pace, the demands, […]
Non-traditional families are now considered traditional. As churches, how do we meet changing needs & serve them well? Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with three senior pastors on why and how to love all families, despite the narrative of their past.
Military-Focused Marriage Retreat Sessions We get it: Your military marriage looks different. Deployment, uncertainty, and constant transition pile on the stress of sacrifice.This marriage retreat creates the space to fortify, […]
Our bonus episode offers another question and answer format with Ron Deal and Gayla Grace to address those hard-to-navigate circumstances in your blended family with solutions that offer nuggets of wisdom and practical suggestions.
Promotional Toolkit Whether you’re promoting to your friends, at church, or through social media, we encourage you to take advantage of all of these items to share about Weekend to […]
I love family vacations. But when seven of us are in the minivan, sinful natures threaten family fun. Relate? Here are three reminders.
Do you have stepfamily questions for the experts? We have answers! Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace address everyday issues that our listeners have asked with practical answers.