Men want harmony in their homes, but the dynamics of blended family life can threaten peaceful relationships. Mike Haney speaks with Ron Deal on how stepdads can create meaningful bonds with their stepchildren with intentional behavior for the long run.
You’re in a painful place in your marriage, asking, “Should I Get a Divorce?” This decision requires the guidance of wise, biblical counsel.
A lot of people underestimate the impact premarital counseling can have on a relationship. Here, we answer some of the most common questions.
to parents of all ages and stages… Praying for Your Children Daily Can Move Mountains Imagine What 30 Days of Prayers for Your Children Could Do In Their Lives their […]
Soon after the wedding, we learn marriage communication is less about how much we talk and more about what we talk about.
To My Graduate: Letters for Your Next Adventure From the minute they were born or the first time someone placed them in our arms, we’ve been working up to this […]
Walking out of our wedding, my husband's hand in mine. This was the beginning of our first year of marriage. How surprising could it be?
In the last few years, tradwife influencers have been a controversial subject. So, how should Christians approach this topic?
God created sex in marriage to be shared, not withheld.
Creator Community Live your marriage out loud. Calling all Influencers and Content Creators! We’re building a community of like-minded couples who are passionate about helping marriages thrive. If your passions […]
Does political polarization litter conversations around you with relational razor blades? How can you deal—and help heal?
When I was younger, I would have told you I was a Christian. But I had no understanding of sin and what it meant to submit to Jesus.
Ministry marriage can be complicated. Like money or sex or time, ministry can work in tandem with your relationship. Or against it.
As a new Christian, prayer didn't come easy to me. But prayer journaling helped organize my thoughts in a way I felt God could hear me.
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.
How is Jesus good news to my friend who wonders if God is judgmental? Or my friend who doesn’t sense a need for a being bigger than himself?
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.
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.
You want your small group to be a place of vulnerability, transparency, and growth. So how do you create a safe space for all these things?
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.
Easter in their hands. Out of the box. And in their hearts. You already know the real Easter story deserves to be presented in a way that is as unforgettable […]
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.