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When "I Do" equals more than you two, what are you supposed to do? When you love someone, it's easy to see yourself spending the rest of your life with that person. But what about that person's parents? What if your in-laws just aren't your type? And what if you aren't theirs? The in-law dilemma is real.Whether your in-law relationship is cold or crowded, Dave and Ashley Willis want you to know there is hope. In Married into the Family, these authors share that with a little bit of understanding and a whole lot of patience, you can:· Communicate and be heard· Problem-solve on the go· Find peace in the dysfunction· Protect the unity of your marriage You can grow in love, even for the in-laws you didn't (exactly) choose.
List of contents
Introduction: Why Does It Have to Be So Complicated?Section One: Leave & Cleave
Chapter 1: God Speaks About In-Laws
Chapter 2: How to Leave & Cleave
Chapter 3: 10 Unhealthy Types of In-Laws
Section Two: Protecting Marriage Unity
Chapter 4: Defining and Setting Boundaries
Chapter 5: Shared Family Events and Holidays
Chapter 6: Difficult Conversations
Section Three: Special Cases
Chapter 7: Aging Parents, Living with Family or In-Laws, and Estrangement
Chapter 8: Religious and Familial Differences
Chapter 9: Cultural Differences
Chapter 10: Blended or Step-In-Laws
Section Four: Legacy
Chapter 11: How to Love and Pray for Your In-Laws
Chapter 12: How to Be a Great In-Law
Conclusion
Tips for Small Group Use
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About the author
Dave Willis is a pastor and writer who has become one of America's most trusted voices on issues related to marriage, faith, and family. He and his wife, Ashley, are hosts of The Naked Marriage Podcast and content creators for XO Marriage which is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry. Dave and Ashley's videos, quotes, books, blogs, and live events reach millions of couples worldwide. They live with their four sons near Augusta, GA. For additional resources, please visit DaveAndAshleyWillis.com.
Summary
When “I Do” equals more than you two, what are you supposed to do?
When you love someone, it’s easy to see yourself spending the rest of your life with that person. But what about that person’s parents? What if your in-laws just aren’t your type? And what if you aren’t theirs? The in-law dilemma is real.
Whether your in-law relationship is cold or crowded, Dave and Ashley Willis want you to know there is hope. In Married into the Family, these authors share that with a little bit of understanding and a whole lot of patience, you can:
· Communicate and be heard
· Problem-solve on the go
· Find peace in the dysfunction
· Protect the unity of your marriage
You can grow in love, even for the in-laws you didn’t (exactly) choose.
