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?
Take the Challenge and make memories with your family that will last a lifetime You know that spending intentional time together as a family is important but finding the time to do it is easier said than done. Everyone has their own schedules, and you have to come up with ideas that keep everyone engaged … […]
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.
These ideas will help you develop deeper relationships with your children despite a hectic schedule.
Quality time speaks love to a young child.
More stuff means more bills. More bills require more work.The work life balance cycle is as paralyzing as it is addictive. And it is luring every American family.
As I start another new year without my husband, I will strive to live in light of what grief has taught me about the fleeting nature of life.
Your relationship with your college kid may change as they grow. So here are five things they may need on Christmas break.
How did Ron Deal get started in blended family ministry? When was FamilyLife Blended birthed and what is Nicole Burns' role? What about Gayla Grace's start in ministry? Listen to Ron and Gayla tell their stories and how they intersect with FamilyLife.
Your marriage = worth it. Here’s the Plan. Our sessions are strategically, efficiently constructed with 40+ years of experience in what you need to know. Get the most out of your weekend by attending every one. Sessions and Times Friday View details This is your “Welcome to the weekend!” Our speakers will show you exactly […]
Weekend to Remember: Alumni No getaway is the same. You’ll learn new skills, hear real-talk stories from different, engaging speakers, and experience fresh content with a new guidebook at the weekend. No marriage stays the same. Your marriage is an organic, evolving union between changing, growing people. Keep up the Weekends to Remember so you […]
Hey, blended families. We see you. We get it. Blended marriages have their own DNA. Their own complexity; their own issues. And that’s why we’ve created a breakout session just for you. Our topics and tools range from making your spouse a priority to facilitating healthy, unified blended relationships. FamilyLife Blended, led by counselor, author, […]
Your invitation could change everything. If a Weekend to Remember helped your marriage, pay it forward by helping others through our Group Plan. Simply put, the Group Plan is our referral program. When you become a Group Coordinator—way easier than it sounds—you gain access to a discounted registration price available to anyone you invite, to […]
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Growing up in an unstable blended home with 7 stepmoms left Fred Von Canon determined to change his legacy. Listen to his conversation with Ron Deal as he & his wife Anita describe their commitment toward creating a godly home in their own blended family.
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 to help you and your family also create a more meaningful, connected holiday season, we created this helpful resource, Holiday Traditions to Decorate “Inside” This […]
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.
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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.
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.
