While the Bible doesn't apply our modern word "role" to marriage, the Scriptures are clear about the unique responsibilities God assigns to a wife.
Adolescence is a natural time of turmoil in nearly every family.
One of the most menacing dynamics attacking the health of a stepfamily is a destructive parent in the other home.
When you have a new marriage and blended family, it's important to build a respectful working relationship with your ex.
Be prepared to face loss as you celebrate the holidays.
If you are planning to have an ours baby, here are some suggestions to consider for preparation.
Your children will benefit when you make a strong commitment to your new spouse.
Challenges every single parent should consider before deciding to remarry.
The goal of a balanced communicator is to properly manage and express both thoughts and emotions.
A regular dose of fun, relaxing time together is a key part of a dynamic, fulfilling marriage relationship.
Practical suggestions for stepmoms.
God wired men and women very differently. And a man's sexual performance with his wife is an inseparable part of who he is.
Use this helpful list as a springboard for spending quality time with your sons.
Facing the upcoming birth of our first baby has caused me to struggle with my change in identity … but perhaps it isn’t a “new” identity after all.
We all want connection with our daughters, but when we become overly close, it can hinder their transition to adulthood.
My son, Aaron, taught me valuable lessons on how to choose my battles … and win them.
Dating for two is difficult; dating in a crowd is downright complicated.
Most people believe marriage is the cure for loneliness, but you actually began battling the dreaded foe of isolation when you drove off on your honeymoon.
A list for parents who want their children to know their love and God’s love.
These verses can become the centerpiece of kitchen table discussions and a tour guide for difficult conversations.
If you’re anything like me, you dread the feelings this season brings.
Every time David successfully put off another conflict, he stored up resentment toward his wife or stepchildren for “controlling him.”
Teaching your children to help others is a lifetime gift to them and to everyone they encounter.
In a culture of self-sufficiency, seeking help may seem shameful or weak, but teachable followers of Christ know better.
Have you ever noticed that falling in love makes you oblivious to reality? A couple of years ago onFamilyLife Today®, an interview was aired in which a stepfamily couple and […]
Two moms discuss ways they have allowed their children to participate in the holiday without undermining their values.
Don't ever think that training your child's language is in vain.
Filling our hearts and minds with the things of God will quench the hunger that the world cannot.
Life is no fairy tale of magic formulas, but instead it requires walking by faith.
It is only as my view of Him increases that I will be more able to view my issues with a proper perspective.