FamilyLife Blended® Minute

Part-time biological parents are sometimes tempted to have an expectation double standard for their kids. But why? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

I once asked a seven-year-old what it felt like when her mom married her stepfather. She said, "It's kind of like when a friend pushes you down on the playground and runs off and leaves you." Ouch. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com S...

This week we've been talking about maximizing the fun-factor in your marriage. But did you know that sometimes the path to fun is full of sacrifice. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Priva...

Guess what? A regular diet of fun predicts whether stepfamily couples have a dynamic, fulfilling relationship or an unhappy one. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

You don't have to be a brain surgeon to guess that having fun together as a couple is good for your marriage. And you'd be right! Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

What would your friends say? That you are quick to react when frustrated or careful to respond? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

This Mother's Day churches all over America have a wonderful opportunity to connect the hearts of stepmoms to their stepchildren. And, today I'll tell you how. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyL...

So, with all the complications surrounding a stepmother's role, just how do you celebrate Mother's Day? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

What's the difference between those who hear the Word of God and are changed by it and those who aren't? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Have you ever had somebody take a bite of your cake without asking? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

When a baby is born parent and child have a deep emotional bond that is stronger than steel. But on day one, what kind of bond do a stepparent and stepchild have? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy Fami...

The Bible in Romans 12 says, "as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." That's fine when circumstances allow, but when a friend or family member walks away what do you do? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.or...

Have you ever tried to give advice to someone blinded by their own desire? Yeah, it's pretty much pointless. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Do you know what the difference is between couples who get through rough times and those who don't? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

In one year, home fires in the U.S. accounted for close to 16,000 injuries, and over 3200 deaths. But there's a home fire of a different kind that is just as destructive. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/priv...

In order to be a loving spouse sometimes you have to unlearn what you've learned. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Can you imagine at your wedding expressing vows to someone other than your groom or bride? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

"Okay, Ron, just where do I fit in this picture?" Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

What do you do when family relationships compete? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Sharing special occasions for the first time with someone we love is a part of what makes them special. But what if your first, is their second? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy P...

Hey Ron, should we have a baby? Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

I think stepparents should get a gold medal. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Parents it may be time for a business meeting. No doubt lots of parenting takes place on the fly. I'll be honest. We're pretty much making it up as we go, right? Which is why we need to slow down. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com Se...

You know what's worth more than silver, or gold, or rubies? According to Proverbs 8, it's wisdom. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

Sometimes stepfamily relationships need a kick in the pants. Show Notes and Resources Find out more at familylife.com/blended Check out our blended family resources. Listen to the full-length FamilyLife Blended podcast . Contact us, email blended@familylife.com See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy