Laurie Polich Short is an author, speaker, preacher,
and stepmother. A graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary, Laurie
has been featured on PBS and Focus on the Family, and her
popular teaching videos on RightNow Media minister to people
worldwide. Laurie lives in Southern California with her
husband, Jere, and stepson, Jordan. www.laurieshort.com
"This book is a grace-filled gift. In blended families,
possessiveness divides while grace connects. Reading Grace-filled
Stepparenting feels like sitting with a wise friend who is gently
leading you through the unknown into connection. Laurie Polich
Short will help you find grace for your home."
—Ron Deal, bestselling author of The Smart Stepfamily, coauthor of
Building Love Together in Blended Families, and director of
FamilyLife Blended®
"This book is filled with hope and practical wisdom by a woman who
has lived out these principles in her own journey. I’ve known
Laurie most of her adult life, and I find her, like this book,
refreshingly authentic. She is a wonderful communicator and a great
storyteller with truth and lots of grace."
—Jim Burns, president, HomeWord, author of The Purity Code and
Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the
Welcome Mat Out
"Laurie has been an insightful writer on difficult topics. There is
none more difficult than stepparenting, and this grace-filled book
will help anyone turn what can be a nightmare into a great
blessing."
—Steve Arterburn, bestselling author, host of New Life Live!, and
founder of the Women of Faith conferences
"With 40 percent of all families being stepfamilies, this book
brings needed hope! It’s not only an amazing resource for
stepparents—every church and minister should have it in their
library as the go-to resource for this growing community of
struggling and searching-for-help parents. I’ve known and worked
with Laurie for many years, and her experience and wisdom as a
stepmom make this book a must-read for anyone trying to navigate
this challenging road with grace."
—Doug Fields, author, youth pastor, and founder of
Downloadyouthministry.com
"Laurie Short has written a book filled with practical help and
hope for stepparents. Every stepmom and stepdad will find a wealth
of encouragement in these pages. Grace-Filled Stepparenting
shows you how to keep loving your kids—no matter how long it takes
or how thick the emotional walls may seem."
—Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott, #1 New York Times bestselling authors
of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts
"Laurie Polich Short has done an excellent job of weaving her
stepfamily’s story into a resource that contains deep biblical
wisdom and compassion. With a humble heart, Laurie explores how
acts of kindness and daily tenacity—even in complex and challenging
situations—can lead to victory."
—Laura Petherbridge, international speaker, stepmom, and author of
The Smart Stepmom (with Ron Deal) and When I Do Becomes I Don’t
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