How to Navigate Holiday Family Tensions Without Losing Your Legacy
How do you honor extended family while staying true to your convictions during the holidays? In this Legacy Parenting episode, John and Lori Lane share how to balance old traditions with new rhythms, communicate with grace, and build a Christ-centered home culture—without guilt or resentment.
Holidays can bring joy—and pressure. In this Legacy Parenting episode, John and Lori help families navigate extended family expectations during the Christmas season while protecting the spiritual culture of their own home. With biblical principles, real-life examples, and practical wisdom, you’ll walk away equipped to handle family tensions with grace, honor your parents without guilt, and build lasting legacy across generations.
In This Episode:
Why legacy is built across generations—not just in one
How to approach conflicting family traditions with biblical clarity
The tension between expectations and convictions during the holidays
Why honoring your marriage and your own children comes first
How open communication (not defensiveness) can protect peace
Encouragement for grandparents in staying connected with the next generation
