Smart Stepfamily Couple’s Set

When stepfamily life gets tough, remaining committed becomes a day-to-day decision. This set includes The Smart Stepfamily book and two Participant’s Guides designed to help couples grow together through the realities of blended family life.

What is it?
A practical, faith-based study set that includes The Smart Stepfamily book by Ron L. Deal and two Participant’s Guides with accompanying video sessions for deeper learning and application.

Who is it for?

• Couples in blended families
• Those preparing to marry into a stepfamily
• Families already navigating stepfamily dynamics who want renewed encouragement and direction

How does it help a family grow closer to each other or God?

• Recognize the unique personality and place of each family member
• Solve the everyday puzzles of step-parenting and stepchild relationships
• Learn communication skills to deal with ex-spouses
• Honor families of origin while developing new traditions
• Invest the time to grow their stepfamily slowly rather than look for instant results

Why does FamilyLife recommend this? FamilyLife recommends this resource because it combines biblical truth with real-world, research-informed insight, speaks directly to the unique challenges of blended families, and offers practical tools that help couples move toward unity and healthier rhythms together.

When would a family actually use this? A family would use this during early blended family formation or remarriage preparation, in seasons of tension, transition, or reset, as part of a small group or couples study, or anytime a couple wants to strengthen their connection and rebuild intentional rhythms together.

Ron L. Deal is Director of FamilyLife Blended™ and President of SmartStepfamilies.com. He is a family ministry consultant and conducts marriage and family seminars around the country; he specializes in marriage and stepfamily enrichment. Ron is author of the bestselling book and DVD curriculum The Smart Stepfamily and author/coauthor of The Smart Stepmom, The Smart Stepdad, and The Remarriage Checkup.

He has extensive experience training pastors, ministry leaders, and counselors and has appeared on dozens of national radio and TV broadcasts in the US, Canada, and the UK. Ron is considered a leading voice in stepfamily education and ministry and in the prevention of redivorce. He and his wife, Nan, have been married since 1986 and have three boys. For more information visit RonDeal.org.