FamilyLife Blended® Podcast

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, and the valuable lessons she's learned. Show Notes and Resources Sabrina McDonald Get a copy of Preparing to Blend Read Dating and the Single Parent Watch Ron's Pouring of the Sands video Be a part of the Preparing to Blend Leader's Training We are thankful for every generous donation Join us for the Women and Blended Families Livestream on 11/29 Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call in a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Pornography is everywhere. It's quickly becoming the leading sex educator of our kids. Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Brian Goins and Gayla Grace about the new documentary series "Brain, Heart, World" to learn how to address this important topic with your family. Show Notes and Resources Access the "Brain, Heart, World" free video series. Get your copy of Brian's book: Playing Hurt: A Guy’s Strategy for a Winning Marriage. Get Blended resources like The Smart Stepdad and The Smart Stepfamily. Buy The Summit on Stepfamily ministry all access pass. Every donation is appreciated. Check availability for Brian's new series for parents on Right Now Media. Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call in a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

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. Show Notes and Resources Find a Stepfamily Event or Small Group. Learn more about FamilyLife. Support this podcast with a donation. Learn more about Summit on Stepfamily Ministry and how to buy the all access pass. Get your Certificate in Blended ministry through this online course. Do you have a question about this episode? Email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call 407-826-2606. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

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, seeking a change in behavior that stems from a change in their heart, and motivating them to become God-pleasers, not people-pleasers. Show Notes and Resources Get a copy of one of Ginger's books and/or listen to The Parenting with Ginger Hubbard podcast. Watch Art of Parenting bonus videos. Get details on The Summit on Stepfamily ministry. Double your impact with a donation this September! Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call in a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Are you in the early years of blending a family and you wonder if life will ever get easier? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about the honeymoon season that often follows the hard relationship-building years and the rewards that come as familyness begins. Show Notes and Resources Look for a blended small group happening in your area. Get a copy of The Smart Stepfamily. Your gift will be matched dollar for dollar! Information on The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry. Check out past episodes of FamilyLife Blended. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Is God calling you to minister to blended families, but you feel inadequate? We have a solution! Listen to Ron Deal explain how to earn an online ministry certificate as you glean from blended family experts with 7 hours of engaging video content, thoughtful handouts to help you reflect and apply, and bonus resources to use again and again. Show Notes and Resources The Certificate in Blended Family Ministry online course. Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily. Send a donation. The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry. Please send in a topic or question to blendedquestions@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Families are changing. Non-traditional families are now considered traditional. As churches, how do we continue to meet the needs of complex families and serve them well? Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with three senior pastors on why and how churches can love all families, despite the narrative of their past. Show Notes and Resources Learn more about Pastor Bryan Carter Learn more about Dave Wilson The Church and Blended Family Ministry Get your Certificate in Blended Family Ministry Learn more about this year's Summit on Stepfamily Ministry Search all FamilyLife Blended resources Thank you for your support! See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

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. Show Notes and Resources Find a therapy provider. Check out all FamilyLife Blended has to offer. Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Do you have stepfamily questions for the experts? We have answers! Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace discuss everyday issues that frequently show up in blended family homes—along with practical solutions—to help you find harmony in your relationships. Show Notes and Resources Check out all FamilyLife Blended has to offer. Support FamilyLife Blended Check out ministries in your area on our searchable map. Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Do you struggle to find unity as a couple or need help setting boundaries with an ex-spouse and co-parenting successfully? Or maybe you could use a few tips on navigating the teen years with your stepdaughters. Listen to Ron Deal's conversation with Kirk McGregor on these common stepfamily topics and more. Show Notes and Resources Check out all FamilyLife Blended has to offer. Support FamilyLife Blended Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy