
The Power of a Smile (Proverbs 15:30)
If someone stops smiling you instantly know something is bothering them, right? If the absence of a smile casts a shadow, a genuine smile on someone’s face can light up a room. Proverbs 15 says, “A cheerful look brings joy to the heart.†A co-worker’s smile says, “I’m glad you’re part of the team.†From a spouse: “I value you in my life.†From a parent: “I approve of who you are.†And from a stepparent: “I enjoy you and I’m glad we’re family.†Go ahead. Share a smile and see what joy it brings.

About the Guest

Ron Deal
Ron Deal is Director of FamilyLife Blended®️ for FamilyLife®️ and President of Smart Stepfamilies™️. He is a family ministry consultant and conducts marriage and family seminars around the country; he specializes in marriage education and stepfamily enrichment. He is one of the most widely read authors on stepfamily living in the country.
About the Host

Ron Deal
Ron Deal is Director of FamilyLife Blended®️ for FamilyLife®️ and President of Smart Stepfamilies™️. He is a family ministry consultant and conducts marriage and family seminars around the country; he specializes in marriage education and stepfamily enrichment. He is one of the most widely read authors on stepfamily living in the country.
Episode Transcript
Ron: Laughter is contagious, right? Well, so is a smile.
Announcer: For FamilyLife Blended®, here’s Ron Deal.
Ron: Have you ever been around someone who stopped smiling? Instantly, you know something is bothering them, right? So, if the absence of a smile casts a shadow, a genuine smile on someone’s face can light up a room.
Proverbs 15 says, “A cheerful look brings joy to the heart.” A smile from a co-worker says, “I’m glad you’re part of the team.” From a spouse: “I value you in my life.” From a parent: “I approve of who you are.” And from a stepparent: “I enjoy you and I’m glad we’re family.” So go ahead and give it a try. Share a smile and see what joy it brings. For FamilyLife Blended®, I’m Ron Deal.
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