171: How To Navigate In-Law Relationships: Building Bridges, Not Battlegrounds

In-law relationships can be delicate and challenging, especially when they involve a former spouse. Ron Deal speaks with Dave and Ashley Willis about how to prevent feelings of powerlessness and frustration as we build bridges, not battlegrounds, in difficult relationships. Establishing healthy boundaries can safeguard our mental health and encourage healing from past wounds. Honest conversations convey respect—even when relationships are full of tension. Grace-filled discussions that reflect our ability to see the best in others and extend forgiveness when we’ve been wronged allow God’s love to reach hardened hearts.

God wants to redeem relationships, and as we do our part with difficult in-law relationships, God will honor our efforts.

Show Notes and Resources

• Listen to the podcast Grandparenting and the Blended Family. 
• Learn about Dave and Ashley and get their Married Into The Family book. 
• Join us in Nashville for the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry 
• Email blended@familylife.com for small group coaching or check out The Smart Stepfamily free series to get started. 
• Our small group searchable map 
• Ron's list of certified counselors 
• Clinical Training 

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