FamilyLife Network - FamilyLife Blended® Podcast https://www.familylife.com FamilyLife Today® is a weekday podcast featuring fun, engaging conversations that help families grow together with Jesus while pursuing the relationships that matter most. en-US Mon, 25 Mar 2024 17:36:47 +0000 hourly 1 no 134: Being a Stepparent: Is it a Blessing? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/134-being-a-stepparent-is-it-a-blessing/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:36:47 -0500 FLBPE134 Are there blessings in blended family life? Yes! But they might not show up in ways we expect or as quickly as we’d like. In this 2023 Blended and Blessed presentation, Cheryl Shumake talks about the many bonus blessings she has experienced and the strength God gave her during seasons of weariness to keep going when she wanted to quit.
Cheryl says, “God meets us in the waiting to strengthen us for the walking.” God wants to guide our steps when we face challenges. He knows that our convictions of creating long-term relationships can waver when weariness sets in. But our biggest blessings are waiting for us in the later years if we persevere.

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]]> Are there blessings in blended family life? Yes! But they might not show up in ways we expect or as quickly as we’d like. In this 2023 Blended and Blessed presentation, Cheryl Shumake talks about the many bonus blessings she has experienced and the strength God gave her during seasons of weariness to keep going when she wanted to quit.
Cheryl says, “God meets us in the waiting to strengthen us for the walking.” God wants to guide our steps when we face challenges. He knows that our convictions of creating long-term relationships can waver when weariness sets in. But our biggest blessings are waiting for us in the later years if we persevere.

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]]> Are there blessings in blended family life? Yes! But they might not show up in ways we expect or as quickly as we’d like. In this 2023 Blended and Blessed presentation, Cheryl Shumake talks about the many bonus blessings she has experienced and the strength God gave her during seasons of weariness to keep going when she wanted to quit.
Cheryl says, “God meets us in the waiting to strengthen us for the walking.” God wants to guide our steps when we face challenges. He knows that our convictions of creating long-term relationships can waver when weariness sets in. But our biggest blessings are waiting for us in the later years if we persevere.

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]]> Cheryl Shumake Are there blessings in blended family life? Yes! But they might not show up in ways we expect or as quickly as we’d like. In this 2023 Blended and Blessed presentation, Cheryl Shumake talks about the many bonus blessings she has experienced and the stre... 38:58 133: Remarrying After Loss https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/133-remarrying-after-loss/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:01:55 -0500 FLBPE133 Remarriage after widowhood carries unique challenges and unwanted transitions. Expectations that aren’t realistic often show up, creating even more grief and heartache. But hard dynamics in the beginning can move toward bonded relationships and family unity with time and effort. In this podcast episode, Ron Deal talks with Rod and Rachel Faulkner Brown about their blended family challenges after Rachel was widowed twice, had two children with her second husband, and then married Rod with two young children in tow.
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]]> Remarriage after widowhood carries unique challenges and unwanted transitions. Expectations that aren’t realistic often show up, creating even more grief and heartache. But hard dynamics in the beginning can move toward bonded relationships and family unity with time and effort. In this podcast episode, Ron Deal talks with Rod and Rachel Faulkner Brown about their blended family challenges after Rachel was widowed twice, had two children with her second husband, and then married Rod with two young children in tow.
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]]> Remarriage after widowhood carries unique challenges and unwanted transitions. Expectations that aren’t realistic often show up, creating even more grief and heartache. But hard dynamics in the beginning can move toward bonded relationships and family unity with time and effort. In this podcast episode, Ron Deal talks with Rod and Rachel Faulkner Brown about their blended family challenges after Rachel was widowed twice, had two children with her second husband, and then married Rod with two young children in tow.
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Blended and Blessed Info
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]]> Rod and Rachel Faulkner Brown Remarriage after widowhood carries unique challenges and unwanted transitions. Expectations that aren’t realistic often show up, creating even more grief and heartache. But hard dynamics in the beginning can move toward bonded relationships and family u... 0:00 Coparenting, dating, single parenting, stepdad 132: Growing Up Blended: Navigating Loss https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/132-growing-up-blended-navigating-loss/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:01:26 -0600 FLBPE132 Our past affects our present. And when we experience complicated blended family dynamics as a child, we're forever changed. Listen to Scott Kedersha share with Ron Deal how his blended family upbringing has impacted his parenting and marriage as an adult.

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Join us for Blended and Blessed to learn how to build unity in your family!
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]]> Our past affects our present. And when we experience complicated blended family dynamics as a child, we're forever changed. Listen to Scott Kedersha share with Ron Deal how his blended family upbringing has impacted his parenting and marriage as an adult.

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Join us for Blended and Blessed to learn how to build unity in your family!
Get a copy of Dating and The Single Parent
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Check out Ron's upcoming events
Consider giving to FamilyLife Blended to support this podcast.

]]> Our past affects our present. And when we experience complicated blended family dynamics as a child, we're forever changed. Listen to Scott Kedersha share with Ron Deal how his blended family upbringing has impacted his parenting and marriage as an adult.

Show Notes and Resources

Join us for Blended and Blessed to learn how to build unity in your family!
Get a copy of Dating and The Single Parent
Order your copy of Preparing To Blend
Please call and leave us a voicemail review! 407-826-2606
Check out Ron's upcoming events
Consider giving to FamilyLife Blended to support this podcast.

]]> Scott Kedersha Our past affects our present. And when we experience complicated blended family dynamics as a child, we're forever changed. Listen to Scott Kedersha share with Ron Deal how his blended family upbringing has impacted his parenting and marriage as an adult.... 0:00 130: Coping With Traumatic Events https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/130-coping-with-traumatic-events/ Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:01:38 -0600 FLBPE130 Trauma and suffering can impact families in unexpected ways. Joel and Vaneetha Risner share with Ron Deal the positive effects of loss and suffering and how it helped to ground their faith, trust God in deeper ways, and bond their blended family.

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]]> Trauma and suffering can impact families in unexpected ways. Joel and Vaneetha Risner share with Ron Deal the positive effects of loss and suffering and how it helped to ground their faith, trust God in deeper ways, and bond their blended family.

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Check out the podcast on YouTube!
Join us for Blended and Blessed 2024!
Learn about Vaneetha.
Say "thank you" with a gift of support.
Blended and Blessed All-Access Pass

]]> Trauma and suffering can impact families in unexpected ways. Joel and Vaneetha Risner share with Ron Deal the positive effects of loss and suffering and how it helped to ground their faith, trust God in deeper ways, and bond their blended family.

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]]> Joel and Vaneetha Risner Trauma and suffering can impact families in unexpected ways. Joel and Vaneetha Risner share with Ron Deal the positive effects of loss and suffering and how it helped to ground their faith, trust God in deeper ways, and bond their blended family. Show Not... 0:00 129: Stepparent Vs Bio Parent: Seeing Conflicts Differently https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/129-stepparent-vs-bio-parent-seeing-conflicts-differently/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:01:47 -0600 FLBPE129 Conflicts are inevitable on family journeys. Rodney and Annetta Whitney share their journey, confusing dynamics, and their light bulb moments with Ron Deal. Stepparent, if you feel like an outsider, keep having hard discussions and don't give up.

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Grab your copy of The Smart Stepfamily
Check out where Ron will be speaking.
The Smart Stepfamily series free on Right Now Media!
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!
Call us and leave a message with your podcast suggestion! 407-826-2606

]]> Conflicts are inevitable on family journeys. Rodney and Annetta Whitney share their journey, confusing dynamics, and their light bulb moments with Ron Deal. Stepparent, if you feel like an outsider, keep having hard discussions and don't give up.

Show Notes and Resources

Grab your copy of The Smart Stepfamily
Check out where Ron will be speaking.
The Smart Stepfamily series free on Right Now Media!
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!
Call us and leave a message with your podcast suggestion! 407-826-2606

]]> Conflicts are inevitable on family journeys. Rodney and Annetta Whitney share their journey, confusing dynamics, and their light bulb moments with Ron Deal. Stepparent, if you feel like an outsider, keep having hard discussions and don't give up.

Show Notes and Resources

Grab your copy of The Smart Stepfamily
Check out where Ron will be speaking.
The Smart Stepfamily series free on Right Now Media!
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!
Call us and leave a message with your podcast suggestion! 407-826-2606

]]> Rodney and Annetta Whitney Conflicts are inevitable on family journeys. Rodney and Annetta Whitney share their journey, confusing dynamics, and their light bulb moments with Ron Deal. Stepparent, if you feel like an outsider, keep having hard discussions and don't give up. Show Not... 0:00 128: Organize Your Life https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/128-organize-your-life/ Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:01:10 -0600 FLBPE128 Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more. Listen to gain valuable insights in getting your life organized.

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Get organized for 30 days free! Use the code: FLB30
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Learn more about our Blended resources
Ron's speaking schedule
Please leave a message for us: 407-826-2606
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!

]]> Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more. Listen to gain valuable insights in getting your life organized.

Show Notes and Resources

Get organized for 30 days free! Use the code: FLB30
Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
Learn more about our Blended resources
Ron's speaking schedule
Please leave a message for us: 407-826-2606
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!

]]> Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more. Listen to gain valuable insights in getting your life organized.

Show Notes and Resources

Get organized for 30 days free! Use the code: FLB30
Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
Learn more about our Blended resources
Ron's speaking schedule
Please leave a message for us: 407-826-2606
Join us for the Blended and Blessed livestream!

]]> James and Ginger Dellaripa Do you have trouble organizing your life? Your family calendar? Well, help is on the way! Ron Deal speaks with James and Ginger Dellaripa about challenges of blended family management including schedules, co-parenting, custody, and more. Listen to gain va... 0:00 127: Getting Remarried? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/127-getting-remarried/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:01:24 -0600 FLBPE127 Getting remarried in later life after the death of a spouse or divorce? How do you know if you’re ready? Should you consider the feelings of your adult children? Ron Deal talks with Jim and Shirley Mozena about the risks, as well as rewards, of a later-life remarriage and what to consider as you date.

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Access The Smart Stepfamily for free!
More about Jim and Shirley and their book, Second Chance At Love
Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
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Every gift to FamilyLife Blended for the month of December is matched!
Email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or call: 407-826-2606

]]> Getting remarried in later life after the death of a spouse or divorce? How do you know if you’re ready? Should you consider the feelings of your adult children? Ron Deal talks with Jim and Shirley Mozena about the risks, as well as rewards, of a later-life remarriage and what to consider as you date.

Show Notes and Resources

Access The Smart Stepfamily for free!
More about Jim and Shirley and their book, Second Chance At Love
Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
More FamilyLife Blended resources
Every gift to FamilyLife Blended for the month of December is matched!
Email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or call: 407-826-2606

]]> Getting remarried in later life after the death of a spouse or divorce? How do you know if you’re ready? Should you consider the feelings of your adult children? Ron Deal talks with Jim and Shirley Mozena about the risks, as well as rewards, of a later-life remarriage and what to consider as you date.

Show Notes and Resources

Access The Smart Stepfamily for free!
More about Jim and Shirley and their book, Second Chance At Love
Get your copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
More FamilyLife Blended resources
Every gift to FamilyLife Blended for the month of December is matched!
Email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or call: 407-826-2606

]]> Jim and Shirley Mozena Getting remarried in later life after the death of a spouse or divorce? How do you know if you’re ready? Should you consider the feelings of your adult children? Ron Deal talks with Jim and Shirley Mozena about the risks, as well as rewards, of a later-... 0:00 126: Strained Relationships with Adult Kids https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/126-strained-relationships-with-adult-kids/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:01:27 -0600 FLBPE126 When relationships with our adult kids and stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? How do we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes that contribute to strained relationships and what parents can do to help.

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Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith's book, Life's Third Tri
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]]> When relationships with our adult kids and stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? How do we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes that contribute to strained relationships and what parents can do to help.

Show Notes and Resources

Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith's book, Life's Third Tri
Blended resources and events
Send a matching gift to say "thank you" to FamilyLife Blended.
Send us a suggestion for a future podcast.
Register now for Blended and Blessed Live Event and Livestream.

]]> When relationships with our adult kids and stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? How do we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes that contribute to strained relationships and what parents can do to help.

Show Notes and Resources

Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith's book, Life's Third Tri
Blended resources and events
Send a matching gift to say "thank you" to FamilyLife Blended.
Send us a suggestion for a future podcast.
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]]> Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith When relationships with our adult kids and stepkids become strained or estranged, our hearts hurt. How did we get here? How do we fix it? Ron Deal talks with Dr. Charlotte Melcher Smith about common themes that contribute to strained relationships and wha... 0:00 125: How To Be Thankful in a Blended Family https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/125-how-to-be-thankful-in-a-blended-family/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:01:44 -0600 FLBPE125 Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises.
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Send us your review via email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or voicemail: 407-826-2606.
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]]> Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises.
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Thank you for sending a gift to be matched dollar for dollar!
Send us your review via email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or voicemail: 407-826-2606.
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Register now for Blended and Blessed Live Event and Livestream.

]]> Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises.
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Thank you for sending a gift to be matched dollar for dollar!
Send us your review via email: blendedquestions@familylife.com or voicemail: 407-826-2606.
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Register now for Blended and Blessed Live Event and Livestream.

]]> Gayla Grace Have you ever wondered how to be thankful in a hard season in your blended family? Listen to Ron Deal and Gayla Grace talk about finding joy, regardless of our circumstances, as we focus on God’s faithfulness, His provision, and His promises. Show Notes... 0:00 124: Helping Your Kids With Their Emotions https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/124-helping-your-kids-with-their-emotions/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 01:00:18 -0600 FLBPE124 Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help.

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Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC-S

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]]> Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help.

Show Notes and Resources

Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC-S

Learn about our blended events and resources.

Ron's personal speaking schedule.

Find a counselor.

Give a tax-deductible donation to FamilyLife Blended ministry.

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]]> Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help.

Show Notes and Resources

Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC-S

Learn about our blended events and resources.

Ron's personal speaking schedule.

Find a counselor.

Give a tax-deductible donation to FamilyLife Blended ministry.

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]]> Michelle Nietert Helping your kids with their emotions is a critical life skill, yet we often don’t equip kids with these valuable skills. Ron Deal speaks with Michelle Nietert, LPC, about common feelings kids in blended families experience and how parents can help. Sho... 0:00 123: How To Overcome Co-parenting Conflict https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/123-how-to-overcome-co-parenting-conflict/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:01:57 -0500 FLBPE123 High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, and consider your kids first.
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List of counselors
Register for Preparing to Blend
Co-parenting Dilemmas podcast
Get the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry All-Access Digital Pass.
Ron's personal speaking schedule.
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended.
Email a comment about this show or call to share your thoughts. blendedquestions@familylife.com or 407-826-2606

]]> High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, and consider your kids first.
Show Notes and Resources

List of counselors
Register for Preparing to Blend
Co-parenting Dilemmas podcast
Get the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry All-Access Digital Pass.
Ron's personal speaking schedule.
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended.
Email a comment about this show or call to share your thoughts. blendedquestions@familylife.com or 407-826-2606

]]> High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, and consider your kids first.
Show Notes and Resources

List of counselors
Register for Preparing to Blend
Co-parenting Dilemmas podcast
Get the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry All-Access Digital Pass.
Ron's personal speaking schedule.
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended.
Email a comment about this show or call to share your thoughts. blendedquestions@familylife.com or 407-826-2606

]]> Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles High-conflict co-parenting is a common struggle in blended families. Ron Deal speaks with Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles on how to improve co-parenting conflict as you prioritize what you're fighting for, change your response, and consider your kids first. ... 0:00 parenting and culture 122: Blending a Family: Where Do I Start? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/122-blending-a-family-where-do-i-start/ Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:01:52 -0500 https://www.familylife.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=160595 When we blend two families, what's the goal and how do we get there? Do we focus more on parenting or our marriage? Do I parent my stepchild or build a relationship first? How do we manage a difficult former spouse? Ron Deal answers these questions and more about the critical tasks of parenting in a blended family.
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]]> When we blend two families, what's the goal and how do we get there? Do we focus more on parenting or our marriage? Do I parent my stepchild or build a relationship first? How do we manage a difficult former spouse? Ron Deal answers these questions and more about the critical tasks of parenting in a blended family.
Show Notes and Resources

You still have time to join the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry!
The Online Certificate in Blended Family Ministry
Get monthly encouragement for your blended family
FamilyLife Blended Resources
Get the Summit All-Access Digital Pass
Email us your questions at blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> When we blend two families, what's the goal and how do we get there? Do we focus more on parenting or our marriage? Do I parent my stepchild or build a relationship first? How do we manage a difficult former spouse? Ron Deal answers these questions and more about the critical tasks of parenting in a blended family.
Show Notes and Resources

You still have time to join the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry!
The Online Certificate in Blended Family Ministry
Get monthly encouragement for your blended family
FamilyLife Blended Resources
Get the Summit All-Access Digital Pass
Email us your questions at blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Ron Deal When we blend two families, what's the goal and how do we get there? Do we focus more on parenting or our marriage? Do I parent my stepchild or build a relationship first? How do we manage a difficult former spouse? Ron Deal answers these questions and mo... 0:00 parenting and culture 121: Lessons from Adoptive Parents https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/121-lessons-from-adoptive-parents/ Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:01:31 -0500 FLBPE121 Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a blended family as well as wisdom they've gained from raising both their adopted and biological children. Family stories matter.
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The Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
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Summit on Stepfamily Ministry: Registration and Information
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Ron's personal speaking schedule.
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]]> Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a blended family as well as wisdom they've gained from raising both their adopted and biological children. Family stories matter.
Show Notes and Resources

The Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
Get a copy of The Smart Stepfamily
Summit on Stepfamily Ministry: Registration and Information
Listen to Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Ron's personal speaking schedule.
Support the FamilyLife Blended podcast
Call in a review 407-826-2606

]]> Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a blended family as well as wisdom they've gained from raising both their adopted and biological children. Family stories matter.
Show Notes and Resources

The Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
Get a copy of The Smart Stepfamily
Summit on Stepfamily Ministry: Registration and Information
Listen to Equipped with Chris Brooks.
Ron's personal speaking schedule.
Support the FamilyLife Blended podcast
Call in a review 407-826-2606

]]> Chris and Yodit Brooks Blended families come in all shapes and sizes. Each family is unique with its own complexities. Chris and Yodit Brooks share their stories growing up in a blended family as well as wisdom they've gained from raising both their adopted and biological child... 0:00 blended families, step parenting 120: Blended Family Christmas: Tips to reduce holiday stress https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/120-blended-family-christmas-tips-to-reduce-holiday-stress/ Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:01:04 -0500 FLBPE120 The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways to be sensitive and promote positivity so your holiday can be a truly joyous time.
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Gift a copy of The Smart Stepfamily
More Blended Family Resources
Ron's upcoming events
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways to be sensitive and promote positivity so your holiday can be a truly joyous time.
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Gift a copy of The Smart Stepfamily
More Blended Family Resources
Ron's upcoming events
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways to be sensitive and promote positivity so your holiday can be a truly joyous time.
Show Notes and Resources

Gift a copy of The Smart Stepfamily
More Blended Family Resources
Ron's upcoming events
Send a gift to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Gayla Grace The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways ... 0:00 blended family holidays 119: Parenting Teens During the Loneliness Epidemic https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/119-parenting-teens-during-the-loneliness-epidemic/ Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:01:09 -0500 FLBPE119 Children want to be heard and seen. Ron Deal had a conversation with Dr Mark Mayfield about how parents can help teens with loneliness. They offer wisdom and practical help for sensitive, serious topics such as suicide and address the role parents have as children navigate their overwhelming feelings and confusing thoughts.
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Blended Family resources
Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Dr. Mark Mayfield
The Path out of Loneliness and The Path to Wholeness
Donate to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Children want to be heard and seen. Ron Deal had a conversation with Dr Mark Mayfield about how parents can help teens with loneliness. They offer wisdom and practical help for sensitive, serious topics such as suicide and address the role parents have as children navigate their overwhelming feelings and confusing thoughts.
Show Notes and Resources

Blended Family resources
Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Dr. Mark Mayfield
The Path out of Loneliness and The Path to Wholeness
Donate to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Children want to be heard and seen. Ron Deal had a conversation with Dr Mark Mayfield about how parents can help teens with loneliness. They offer wisdom and practical help for sensitive, serious topics such as suicide and address the role parents have as children navigate their overwhelming feelings and confusing thoughts.
Show Notes and Resources

Blended Family resources
Smart Stepfamily on Right Now Media
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Dr. Mark Mayfield
The Path out of Loneliness and The Path to Wholeness
Donate to FamilyLife Blended
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Mark Mayfield Children want to be heard and seen. Ron Deal had a conversation with Dr Mark Mayfield about how parents can help teens with loneliness. They offer wisdom and practical help for sensitive, serious topics such as suicide and address the role parents have as... 0:00 parenting teens 118: Blended Family Dynamics – The Enneagram Types Explained https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/118-blended-family-dynamics-the-enneagram-types-explained/ Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:01:46 -0500 FLBPE118 The enneagram gives us insight into our unique gifts and the contributions we can make with those around us. But it shouldn’t be the ultimate source of our identity. Ron Deal talks with Jeff and Beth McCord about interpreting core enneagram types alongside the truth of the Gospel as we relate to others.

Show Notes and Resources

Dive deeper into the 9 different Enneagram types
Free downloads from Jeff and Beth
Blended Family Resources
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Join us on the cruise!
Thank you for your support!
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> The enneagram gives us insight into our unique gifts and the contributions we can make with those around us. But it shouldn’t be the ultimate source of our identity. Ron Deal talks with Jeff and Beth McCord about interpreting core enneagram types alongside the truth of the Gospel as we relate to others.

Show Notes and Resources

Dive deeper into the 9 different Enneagram types
Free downloads from Jeff and Beth
Blended Family Resources
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Join us on the cruise!
Thank you for your support!
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> The enneagram gives us insight into our unique gifts and the contributions we can make with those around us. But it shouldn’t be the ultimate source of our identity. Ron Deal talks with Jeff and Beth McCord about interpreting core enneagram types alongside the truth of the Gospel as we relate to others.

Show Notes and Resources

Dive deeper into the 9 different Enneagram types
Free downloads from Jeff and Beth
Blended Family Resources
Learn more about the Summit on Stepfamily Ministry
Join us on the cruise!
Thank you for your support!
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Jeff and Beth McCord The enneagram gives us insight into our unique gifts and the contributions we can make with those around us. But it shouldn’t be the ultimate source of our identity. Ron Deal talks with Jeff and Beth McCord about interpreting core enneagram types alongs... 0:00 blended families, enneagram 117: Trusting God in Difficult Times https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/117-trusting-god-in-difficult-times/ Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:01:39 -0500 FLBPE117 No one wants to walk through grief and suffering. But God uses hard times to grow our character, develop perseverance, and find hope in Him. Ron Deal talks with Davey and Kristi Blackburn about how to trust God's faithfulness during painful seasons and find healing and restoration through Him.

Show Notes and Resources

10th Anniversary DVD Edition of The Smart Stepfamily
Women and Blended Families
Davey and Kristi Blackburn and their Pain to Purpose resources
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com
Support FamilyLife Blended
The Summit on Stepfamily ministry

]]> No one wants to walk through grief and suffering. But God uses hard times to grow our character, develop perseverance, and find hope in Him. Ron Deal talks with Davey and Kristi Blackburn about how to trust God's faithfulness during painful seasons and find healing and restoration through Him.

Show Notes and Resources

10th Anniversary DVD Edition of The Smart Stepfamily
Women and Blended Families
Davey and Kristi Blackburn and their Pain to Purpose resources
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com
Support FamilyLife Blended
The Summit on Stepfamily ministry

]]> No one wants to walk through grief and suffering. But God uses hard times to grow our character, develop perseverance, and find hope in Him. Ron Deal talks with Davey and Kristi Blackburn about how to trust God's faithfulness during painful seasons and find healing and restoration through Him.

Show Notes and Resources

10th Anniversary DVD Edition of The Smart Stepfamily
Women and Blended Families
Davey and Kristi Blackburn and their Pain to Purpose resources
Leave us a review voicemail at 407-826-2606 or email us: blendedquestions@familylife.com
Support FamilyLife Blended
The Summit on Stepfamily ministry

]]> Davey and Kristi Blackburn No one wants to walk through grief and suffering. But God uses hard times to grow our character, develop perseverance, and find hope in Him. Ron Deal talks with Davey and Kristi Blackburn about how to trust God's faithfulness during painful seasons and fi... 0:00 grief 116: Divorce Grief– Breaking Soul Ties https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/116-divorce-grief-breaking-soul-ties/ Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:01:30 -0500 FLBPE116 Do you have wounds from a previous relationship that you carried into your new family? We call these ghosts of marriage past. Unresolved residue also happens with our kids and affects our ability to form trust and intimacy with others. Ron Deal speaks with Moe and Paige Becnel about how to wrestle with our ghosts and lessen their power.

Show Notes and Resources

The Smart Stepfamily online series
More about the Becnels and their book
Join this year's VIRTUAL Summit on Stepfamily Ministry.
Add your blended small group on the searchable map.
Make a tax deductible gift.
Ask a question and submit a review at blendedquestions@familylife.com or call 407-826-2606.

]]> Do you have wounds from a previous relationship that you carried into your new family? We call these ghosts of marriage past. Unresolved residue also happens with our kids and affects our ability to form trust and intimacy with others. Ron Deal speaks with Moe and Paige Becnel about how to wrestle with our ghosts and lessen their power.

Show Notes and Resources

The Smart Stepfamily online series
More about the Becnels and their book
Join this year's VIRTUAL Summit on Stepfamily Ministry.
Add your blended small group on the searchable map.
Make a tax deductible gift.
Ask a question and submit a review at blendedquestions@familylife.com or call 407-826-2606.

]]> Do you have wounds from a previous relationship that you carried into your new family? We call these ghosts of marriage past. Unresolved residue also happens with our kids and affects our ability to form trust and intimacy with others. Ron Deal speaks with Moe and Paige Becnel about how to wrestle with our ghosts and lessen their power.

Show Notes and Resources

The Smart Stepfamily online series
More about the Becnels and their book
Join this year's VIRTUAL Summit on Stepfamily Ministry.
Add your blended small group on the searchable map.
Make a tax deductible gift.
Ask a question and submit a review at blendedquestions@familylife.com or call 407-826-2606.

]]> Moe and Paige Becnel Do you have wounds from a previous relationship that you carried into your new family? We call these ghosts of marriage past. Unresolved residue also happens with our kids and affects our ability to form trust and intimacy with others. Ron Deal speaks wit... 0:00 remarriage 115: Stepchildren and Marriage: How to Build Trust https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/115-stepchildren-and-marriage-how-to-build-trust/ Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:01:50 -0500 FLBPE115 Blended family life doesn't often start with every relationship experiencing harmony. But it's not unusual to develop it along the way. Listen to Ron Deal speak with Gil and Brenda Stuart about how disappointment and confusion in their family relationships with 7 kids eventually morphed into redemption and joy.
Show Notes and Resources

Gil and Brenda Stuart
Get a copy of Restored and Remarried, workbook or small group bundle.
Blended ministry map
Make plans for The Summit on Stepfamily ministry.
Send a gift of support to help us expand our reach.
Call or email us with your ideas! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Blended family life doesn't often start with every relationship experiencing harmony. But it's not unusual to develop it along the way. Listen to Ron Deal speak with Gil and Brenda Stuart about how disappointment and confusion in their family relationships with 7 kids eventually morphed into redemption and joy.
Show Notes and Resources

Gil and Brenda Stuart
Get a copy of Restored and Remarried, workbook or small group bundle.
Blended ministry map
Make plans for The Summit on Stepfamily ministry.
Send a gift of support to help us expand our reach.
Call or email us with your ideas! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Blended family life doesn't often start with every relationship experiencing harmony. But it's not unusual to develop it along the way. Listen to Ron Deal speak with Gil and Brenda Stuart about how disappointment and confusion in their family relationships with 7 kids eventually morphed into redemption and joy.
Show Notes and Resources

Gil and Brenda Stuart
Get a copy of Restored and Remarried, workbook or small group bundle.
Blended ministry map
Make plans for The Summit on Stepfamily ministry.
Send a gift of support to help us expand our reach.
Call or email us with your ideas! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Gil and Brenda Stuart Blended family life doesn't often start with every relationship experiencing harmony. But it's not unusual to develop it along the way. Listen to Ron Deal speak with Gil and Brenda Stuart about how disappointment and confusion in their family relationship... 0:00 blended families, stepparenting 114: Men in Blended Families: Why You Need a Strong Support System https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/114-men-in-blended-families-why-you-need-a-strong-support-system/ Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:01:37 -0500 FLBPE114 Former NFL player Jeff Kemp has spent decades connecting with men. He understands the common struggles which include insecurity, comparison, and shame. He shares with Ron Deal how men can best cope by understanding their identity in our Father God, and why healthy male friendships are valuable in everyday life.
Show Notes and Resources

Get Jeff Kemp's Men Huddle Playbook
Online Certificate course in Blended Family Ministry
Tips to a deeper friendship
Easy steps to friendship and huddling
The Smart Stepdad: Steps to Help You Succeed
Make a tax deductible donation.
Call with your question: 407-826-2606, email a podcast topic suggestion: blendedquestions@familylife.com
The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry

]]> Former NFL player Jeff Kemp has spent decades connecting with men. He understands the common struggles which include insecurity, comparison, and shame. He shares with Ron Deal how men can best cope by understanding their identity in our Father God, and why healthy male friendships are valuable in everyday life.
Show Notes and Resources

Get Jeff Kemp's Men Huddle Playbook
Online Certificate course in Blended Family Ministry
Tips to a deeper friendship
Easy steps to friendship and huddling
The Smart Stepdad: Steps to Help You Succeed
Make a tax deductible donation.
Call with your question: 407-826-2606, email a podcast topic suggestion: blendedquestions@familylife.com
The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry

]]> Former NFL player Jeff Kemp has spent decades connecting with men. He understands the common struggles which include insecurity, comparison, and shame. He shares with Ron Deal how men can best cope by understanding their identity in our Father God, and why healthy male friendships are valuable in everyday life.
Show Notes and Resources

Get Jeff Kemp's Men Huddle Playbook
Online Certificate course in Blended Family Ministry
Tips to a deeper friendship
Easy steps to friendship and huddling
The Smart Stepdad: Steps to Help You Succeed
Make a tax deductible donation.
Call with your question: 407-826-2606, email a podcast topic suggestion: blendedquestions@familylife.com
The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry

]]> Jeff Kemp Former NFL player Jeff Kemp has spent decades connecting with men. He understands the common struggles which include insecurity, comparison, and shame. He shares with Ron Deal how men can best cope by understanding their identity in our Father God, and wh... 0:00 blended families, friendship, men 113: Bonus Dad Pro Tips from Mike https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/113-bonus-dad-pro-tips-from-mike/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:01:48 -0500 FLBPE113 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 connections with their stepchildren through warm and inviting behavior, a perspective for long-term bonds, and mindfulness toward a role that less is more.
Show Notes and Resources

The Summit on Stepfamily ministry
Info and booking for the Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise
Mike Haney’s Courageous Stepdad Coaching Program
Podcast #38- Daily Practices for Happy Stepcouples
Get your copy of The Smart Stepdad
Support the Blended podcast with a gift
Call or email us! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> 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 connections with their stepchildren through warm and inviting behavior, a perspective for long-term bonds, and mindfulness toward a role that less is more.
Show Notes and Resources

The Summit on Stepfamily ministry
Info and booking for the Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise
Mike Haney’s Courageous Stepdad Coaching Program
Podcast #38- Daily Practices for Happy Stepcouples
Get your copy of The Smart Stepdad
Support the Blended podcast with a gift
Call or email us! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> 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 connections with their stepchildren through warm and inviting behavior, a perspective for long-term bonds, and mindfulness toward a role that less is more.
Show Notes and Resources

The Summit on Stepfamily ministry
Info and booking for the Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise
Mike Haney’s Courageous Stepdad Coaching Program
Podcast #38- Daily Practices for Happy Stepcouples
Get your copy of The Smart Stepdad
Support the Blended podcast with a gift
Call or email us! 407-826-2606, blendedquestions@familylife.com

]]> Mike Haney 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 connections with their stepchildren through warm and inviting behavior, a p... 0:00 112: Stepmom Help: Pro Tips from Jen & Bill https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/112-stepmom-help-pro-tips-from-jen-bill/ Mon, 22 May 2023 00:01:26 -0500 FLBPE112 Do you struggle with 2nd wife syndrome? Are you confused with your role and often feel you can't measure up to the expectations? Ron Deal speaks with Bill and Jen Rogers on the valuable role stepmoms play and offers encouragement and pro tips for those stuck in the trenches.
Show Notes and Resources

Free download: Top 10 Pro tips
Jen's Bold and Blended podcast
Read: The Smart Stepmom
Attend The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry virtually!
Find a small group or add your group to the Blended ministry map.
Set sail with on the Love Like You Mean It cruise!
Thank you for making a gift to FamilyLife Blended.

]]> Do you struggle with 2nd wife syndrome? Are you confused with your role and often feel you can't measure up to the expectations? Ron Deal speaks with Bill and Jen Rogers on the valuable role stepmoms play and offers encouragement and pro tips for those stuck in the trenches.
Show Notes and Resources

Free download: Top 10 Pro tips
Jen's Bold and Blended podcast
Read: The Smart Stepmom
Attend The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry virtually!
Find a small group or add your group to the Blended ministry map.
Set sail with on the Love Like You Mean It cruise!
Thank you for making a gift to FamilyLife Blended.

]]> Do you struggle with 2nd wife syndrome? Are you confused with your role and often feel you can't measure up to the expectations? Ron Deal speaks with Bill and Jen Rogers on the valuable role stepmoms play and offers encouragement and pro tips for those stuck in the trenches.
Show Notes and Resources

Free download: Top 10 Pro tips
Jen's Bold and Blended podcast
Read: The Smart Stepmom
Attend The Summit on Stepfamily Ministry virtually!
Find a small group or add your group to the Blended ministry map.
Set sail with on the Love Like You Mean It cruise!
Thank you for making a gift to FamilyLife Blended.

]]> Bill and Jen Rogers Do you struggle with 2nd wife syndrome? Are you confused with your role and often feel you can't measure up to the expectations? Ron Deal speaks with Bill and Jen Rogers on the valuable role stepmoms play and offers encouragement and pro tips for those st... 0:00 111: Custody Battles and Court Conversation https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/111-custody-battles-and-court-conversation/ Mon, 08 May 2023 00:01:35 -0500 FLBPE111 Litigation creates stress and anxiety for stepfamilies, but there are ways to experience peace and bring kindness to others in the midst of it. Listen to Ron Deal with Scott and Vanessa Martindale on how to resist negative emotions and find resolution in custody cases that best meets the needs of your child.
Show Notes and Resources

Find more FamilyLife Blended resources.
Get your copy of Scott and Vanessa's book, Blended and Redeemed
Learn more about Scott and Vanessa
Join the Virtual Summit on Stepfamily ministry this year!
Thank you for supporting FamilyLife Blended.
We would love to hear from you. Email blendedquestions@familylife.com | Call 407-826-2606

]]> Litigation creates stress and anxiety for stepfamilies, but there are ways to experience peace and bring kindness to others in the midst of it. Listen to Ron Deal with Scott and Vanessa Martindale on how to resist negative emotions and find resolution in custody cases that best meets the needs of your child.
Show Notes and Resources

Find more FamilyLife Blended resources.
Get your copy of Scott and Vanessa's book, Blended and Redeemed
Learn more about Scott and Vanessa
Join the Virtual Summit on Stepfamily ministry this year!
Thank you for supporting FamilyLife Blended.
We would love to hear from you. Email blendedquestions@familylife.com | Call 407-826-2606

]]> Litigation creates stress and anxiety for stepfamilies, but there are ways to experience peace and bring kindness to others in the midst of it. Listen to Ron Deal with Scott and Vanessa Martindale on how to resist negative emotions and find resolution in custody cases that best meets the needs of your child.
Show Notes and Resources

Find more FamilyLife Blended resources.
Get your copy of Scott and Vanessa's book, Blended and Redeemed
Learn more about Scott and Vanessa
Join the Virtual Summit on Stepfamily ministry this year!
Thank you for supporting FamilyLife Blended.
We would love to hear from you. Email blendedquestions@familylife.com | Call 407-826-2606

]]> Scott and Vanessa Martindale Litigation creates stress and anxiety for stepfamilies, but there are ways to experience peace and bring kindness to others in the midst of it. Listen to Ron Deal with Scott and Vanessa Martindale on how to resist negative emotions and find resolution in ... 0:00 110: Growing Up Blended: Dr. Darrell Bock https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/110-growing-up-blended-dr-darrell-bock/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:01:59 -0500 FLBPE110 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 when he was a teenager, a dad who traveled weekly with work, and a new stepmom with three kids created tension and uneasiness for everyone.
Show Notes and Resources

Blended and Blessed information and registration
Get your copy of Lauren Reitsema’s book, In Their Shoes.
Get your copy of Building Love Together in Blended Families
Buy a copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> 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 when he was a teenager, a dad who traveled weekly with work, and a new stepmom with three kids created tension and uneasiness for everyone.
Show Notes and Resources

Blended and Blessed information and registration
Get your copy of Lauren Reitsema’s book, In Their Shoes.
Get your copy of Building Love Together in Blended Families
Buy a copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> 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 when he was a teenager, a dad who traveled weekly with work, and a new stepmom with three kids created tension and uneasiness for everyone.
Show Notes and Resources

Blended and Blessed information and registration
Get your copy of Lauren Reitsema’s book, In Their Shoes.
Get your copy of Building Love Together in Blended Families
Buy a copy of The Smart Stepfamily Guide to Financial Planning
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> Darrell Bock 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 when he was a teenager, a dad who traveled weekly with work, and a new stepmom with three ki... 0:00 blended families 109 Who Comes First in a Blended Family? https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/109-who-comes-first-in-a-blended-family/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:01:00 -0500 FLBPE109 Stepfamilies are fundamentally different than biological families, which can create tension and ambiguity for everyone involved. In this episode, Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Patricia Papernow about key principles for healthy relationship building in blended families which navigating complex dynamics and competing priorities between the marriage and the children.
Show Notes and Resources

Step-Insiders and Step-Outsiders
Validating Children in Stepfamilies

Dr. Papernow's website
Join sites around the globe for this year's Blended and Blessed!
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> Stepfamilies are fundamentally different than biological families, which can create tension and ambiguity for everyone involved. In this episode, Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Patricia Papernow about key principles for healthy relationship building in blended families which navigating complex dynamics and competing priorities between the marriage and the children.
Show Notes and Resources

Step-Insiders and Step-Outsiders
Validating Children in Stepfamilies

Dr. Papernow's website
Join sites around the globe for this year's Blended and Blessed!
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> Stepfamilies are fundamentally different than biological families, which can create tension and ambiguity for everyone involved. In this episode, Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Patricia Papernow about key principles for healthy relationship building in blended families which navigating complex dynamics and competing priorities between the marriage and the children.
Show Notes and Resources

Step-Insiders and Step-Outsiders
Validating Children in Stepfamilies

Dr. Papernow's website
Join sites around the globe for this year's Blended and Blessed!
Send a tax deductible gift for FamilyLife Blended.
Please email blendedquestions@familylife.com or call with a question for a future podcast at 407-826-2606.

]]> Patricia Papernow Stepfamilies are fundamentally different than biological families, which can create tension and ambiguity for everyone involved. In this episode, Ron Deal speaks with Dr. Patricia Papernow about key principles for healthy relationship building in blended ... 0:00 blended families, communication