Stephanie Cook, Author at Better Than Blended

Be willing to Obey

by Stephanie Cook | Jun 13, 2018 | (6) June, Family, Father's Day, Husbands

Matthew 1:18-25 (NIV) “This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law,...

A New Perspective For Mother’s Day: Having a Mary Attitude

by Stephanie Cook | May 7, 2018 | (5) May, Death and Loss, Divorce, Family, Marriage, Months

“And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” – Luke 1:38 Mother’s Day can look completely different in blended families; maybe even a little awkward at times. It’s so easy to allow our thoughts to start...

Open My Eyes: How To See Beyond the Pain

by Stephanie Cook | Apr 4, 2018 | (3) March, Death and Loss, Divorce, Family, Prayer

2 Kings 6:17 “ Then Elisha prayed and said, O Lord, please open his eyes that he may see. So the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw, and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.” We all have painful memories....

Be Faithful Where You Are

by Stephanie Cook | Mar 26, 2018 | (3) March, Blending, Custody, Family, Marriage

“I want you to know that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel.” Philippians 1:12 What challenge are you facing that has your heart crippled with fear? Is it a child custody battle? A failing marriage? A disrespectful teenager? In the...

When Its Hard to Love

by Stephanie Cook | Feb 7, 2018 | Family, Stepmom, Wives

Flowers, balloons, hearts, candy…Yes, it’s February and all things Valentine’s Day. You can barely go anywhere right now without being bombarded with romantic cards and chocolate candy in heart shaped boxes. But what if you aren’t feeling all of this love? ...