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Books
Stepfamily Success: Practical Solutions for Common Challenges
By Natalie Nichols Gillespie
Statistics tell us that one in three Americans is a member of a stepfamily. Though rarely acknowledged in churches even today, millions of Christians struggle with the obstacles common in divorce and remarriage. A stepmother herself, Natalie Gillespie offers hope and healing to stepfamilies who are striving to achieve harmony in their households. This handbook addresses the many issues stepfamilies work through, including part-time parenting, discipline, issues with former spouses, and intimidating legal battles. With clear, readable prose and helpful suggestions, it will put any stepfamily on the road to wholeness.
The Smart Step-Family
By Ron L. Deal
Ron Deal understands the inner workings of the step-family and provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues they face. With a biblical perspective, he helps remarried and soon-to-be-married couples solve the everyday puzzles of step-parenting, learn communication skills with ex-spouses, deal with the common pitfalls and so much more.
Happily Remarried: Making Decisions Together - Blending Families Successfully - Building a Love That Will Last
By David Frisbie, Lisa Frisbie
Whether it's you or your spouse who has been married before, the principles and guidance in Happily Remarried can help you beat the odds and make your re-marriage a success. Using stories gleaned from hours of interviews with couples who have taken the same journey, you'll find encouragement that though it won't be easy, you can find hope and grace as a couple.