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A ministry of FamilyLife, a donor-supported nonprofit organization.

10/05/2026

Healing from childhood trauma isn’t as simple as moving on.

Kim Walker-Smith opens up about what it was like to carry painful experiences from her childhood in a blended family and feel stuck while everyone else seemed ready to move forward.

Her story is a reminder that healing takes time, understanding, and space to process what happened.

🎙️ Hear the full conversation on the FamilyLife Blended Podcast: https://youtu.be/MjTFoMAUOYU

10/02/2026

Your pastor cares about you. But does your church understand the unique challenges your blended family faces?

Ron Deal sits down with three senior pastors who are already building bridges for stepfamilies in their communities. Hear from leaders who recognize that blended families aren't an edge case, and they deserve ministry designed specifically for them.

The conversation starts with one brave person who says, "Can we talk about this?" That person could be you.

Listen to the full episode: https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/92-the-fields-are-white-for-harvest-teaching-pastors-speak-out-about-blended-family-ministry/

10/01/2026

"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven...a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance." - Ecclesiastes 3:1,4

A blended family forms for many reasons. Sometimes there's joy. Sometimes there's heartbreak. Often, it's both at the same time. If you've walked this road, you understand the weight of helping your family grieve while you're moving toward something new. Sabrina's honest reflection on her wedding day, two funerals, and God's faithfulness is a gift for your heart.

Read the full story here: https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/blended-family/remarriage/staying-married-remarriage/two-funerals-and-a-wedding/

09/30/2026

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17

Your trauma doesn't have to define your future. Your grief doesn't have to become your kids' inheritance.

Science shows us how trauma gets passed down through neural pathways. Scripture shows us how God uses that pain to grow our character, develop our perseverance, and give us something to offer others.

Listen to the full episode here: https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/117-trusting-god-in-difficult-times/

09/30/2026

Dating as a single parent is different. You're not just looking for someone who loves you. You need someone who respects what you've built, shows up for your kids, and has the character to handle the complexity of blended family life.

Real qualities matter: devotion to God, humility, integrity, a strong work ethic. The kind of man who laughs through the hard seasons instead of running from them.

See the 6 qualities that matter for blended family remarriage: familylife.com/articles/topics/blended-family/remarriage/dating-and-preparing-for-marriage/is-he-marriage-material-6-qualities-that-tell/

09/28/2026

Listen when they ask for help. ❤️

When your child says they’re struggling emotionally, it’s worth taking them seriously. You don’t have to know exactly what’s wrong or have all the answers. You can simply help them find the support they need.

Listening early can make a lasting difference.

Listen to the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/dmunMnQHt0o

09/27/2026

When you're desperate, you self-protect. You build walls. You keep your distance. And honestly, that makes sense. But here's the thing: we can't be loving and serving when we're in self-protection mode. We can't build trust that way.

Listen to this FamilyLife Blended Podcast episode on building trust in both your marriage and with your stepchildren: https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-blended-podcast/115-stepchildren-and-marriage-how-to-build-trust/

09/26/2026

"By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches." - Proverbs 24:3-4

Stepfamily life is like traveling to a foreign country. You wouldn't go unprepared, so why navigate this new life without a roadmap?

Swipe through for a few tips, then check out the link for all 10 to build your blended home with wisdom: https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/blended-family/stepparents/stepfamily-living/10-survival-tips-for-stepfamily-life/

09/25/2026

Honest confession: loving your kids well doesn't mean giving them control of your marriage. The hard truth? When kids steer the ship, everyone's drowning, including them.

Your marriage being strong IS the greatest gift you can give your stepfamily. Not because you love your kids less, but because you love them right.

If you're feeling this tension, you're not alone. We have practical tools to help you build a stronger marriage foundation with your spouse.

Check out the article here: https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/blended-family/remarriage/staying-married-remarriage/choosing-sides-supporting-your-spouse-in-a-stepfamily/

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