Weaving two families into one requires patience, love, and tenacious hope. Throughout the 101 devotions in Beautifully Blended: 101 Devotions to Encourage Couples in Blended Families, Gayla Grace offers encouragement to couples as they navigate the ups and downs of life as a stepfamily. When it comes to uniting a blended family, Gayla has seen it all, both in her own life as a stepparent and as a counselor to stepfamilies. Gayla reminds couples that God’s grace offers new beginnings and second chances and urges couples to courageously seek grace as they face challenges together. Start your day with biblical truth and discover the grace God is ready to give your family. Each day includes a Bible passage that recenters your heart on God, followed by a short devotional thought that’s packed full of practical tips and advice from a Christian stepmom. A guided prayer closes out each reading, helping you put words to the desires you have for your family. Gayla’s words direct your heart toward gratitude, and her memorable encouragement sticks with you all day! The slate blue faux leather cover of Beautifully Blended features an elegant heat-debossed floral and dotted border that frames a flourishing house—a symbol of the vibrant home life Christ can bring. Inside the silver gilt-edged pages, there’s a presentation page where you can write a personalized note for its recipient. The book’s interior design is simplistic and organized. Calming blue designs appear throughout the book on titles, Bible verses, and prayers, offering reminders of God’s peace. Give the gift of daily encouragement to a loved stepmom on Mother’s Day. Grace’s writing and insights bring families closer together. She reminds couples in blended families that they aren’t alone and need not feel discouraged. Beautifully Blended: 101 Devotions to Encourage Couples in Blended Families is also a great ‘just because’ gift for a couple in need of encouragement.
