Episodes

Sarah Robinson struggled with suicidal ideation and depressive thoughts that plagued her soul. Sarah shares her story of clinging to Christ and gives practical help to those in need. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die and an audio download of "Clinging to God Through the Pain of Depression" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resour...

Author Natasha Crain challenges moms to use everyday situations to start conversations with their kids about faith. She outlines essential topics parents should cover with their kids, such as how to have a relationship with God and how to make sense of evil. Receive the book Talking With Your Kids About God and an audio download of "How to Raise Strong Believers" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail....

Becky Baudouin offers helpful encouragement for moms. She examines some parenting platitudes that well-intentioned people say—such as “Enjoy every minute!” or “Being a mom is the hardest job in the world.” With biblical truth, gritty honesty, and personal stories, Becky bolsters moms in the thick of it and, as someone who has “been there”, offers them a breath of fresh air. Receive the book Enjoy Every Minute and an audio download of "The Truth Behind Mommy Platitudes" for your donation of any ...

Dr. Tony Evans will challenge you to be disciplined in your daily walk and grow as a kingdom citizen to reach a lost culture with the ultimate hope. He’ll caution you about the world’s enticing traps of money, possessions, and cultural acceptance as he encourages a much better alternative - abiding in Christ. (Part 2 of 2) Receive Kingdom Focus: Rethinking Today in Light of Eternity and an audio download of "Having a Kingdom Mindset In Our Walk With God" for your donation of any amount! Get Mo...

Dr. Tony Evans will challenge you to be disciplined in your daily walk and grow as a kingdom citizen to reach a lost culture with the ultimate hope. He’ll caution you about the world’s enticing traps of money, possessions, and cultural acceptance as he encourages a much better alternative - abiding in Christ. (Part 1 of 2) Receive Kingdom Focus: Rethinking Today in Light of Eternity and an audio download of "Having a Kingdom Mindset In Our Walk With God" for your donation of any amount! Get Mo...

When you get married, you look forward to the ways you and your spouse can take on the grind of life full force. But what happens when your spouse becomes the grind? Ted Cunningham returns to describe how you can learn to communicate well with your spouse to have a joy-filled marriage, no matter what seasons come your way. Receive the book Greater Joy TWOgether and an audio download of "Rediscovering the Joy In Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benef...

Focus on the Family listeners pay tribute to their favorite teachers–those who impacted their lives and helped shape who they are today. As the new school year begins, we will honor teachers and help them keep the long-term perspective in mind. Receive the Molder of Dreams DVD and bonus audio download of today's broadcast "How My Teacher Made a Difference" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If yo...

Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share today about their own struggles and joys in connecting in marriage. They emphasize having first of all, a relationship with God, which enables true spiritual connection with one's spouse. The Smalleys outline some great practical ways in which spouses can better relate on a spiritual level. Receive The Wholehearted Wife and an audio download of "Connecting Spiritually With Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hea...

Focus on the Family Vice President of Parenting and Youth Danny Huerta and popular author Jessie Minassian offer parents practical advice for teaching their kids about sex, puberty, and the many changes they'll experience during their teen years. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of $60! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us y...

Focus on the Family Vice President of Parenting and Youth Danny Huerta and popular author Jessie Minassian offer parents practical advice for teaching their kids about sex, puberty, and the many changes they'll experience during their teen years. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the Launch Into the Teen Years Kit for your minimum donation of $60! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us y...

Imagine being raised to ‘worship’ a political leader, only to find he’s committed suicide and his Master Plan has failed. Where do you turn? As a Nazi Youth leader during WWII, Hansi Hirschmann believed in Hitler’s Third Reich, and was devasted by his death. After escaping from a communist labor camp, Hansi sought freedom in the West, and started to consider the true meaning of life. She ultimately discovered the ultimate leader, Jesus Christ, and a new home in America. (Part 2 of 2) Get a CD a...

Imagine being raised to ‘worship’ a political leader, only to find he’s committed suicide and his Master Plan has failed. Where do you turn? As a Nazi Youth leader during WWII, Hansi Hirschmann believed in Hitler’s Third Reich, and was devasted by his death. After escaping from a communist labor camp, Hansi sought freedom in the West, and started to consider the true meaning of life. She ultimately discovered the ultimate leader, Jesus Christ, and a new home in America. (Part 1 of 2) Get a CD a...

Best-selling author Jonathan Catherman and his teen sons, Reed and Cole, offer encouragement to parents and kids who are worried about leaving behind the familiarity of elementary school to transition to middle school. Our guests cover topics that include bullies, relationship drama, communication with parents, and much more. Receive The Manual to Middle School and an audio download of "Braving Middle School Like a Boss" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to...

Michele Cushatt shares her story of walking through difficult times and how faithful God was throughout. She explores ten practices—concepts such as lament, humility, contentment, and perspective—that will help you build and strengthen your faith so you can weather those stressful seasons with God. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book A Faith That Will Not Fail and an audio download of "Walking With God Through Trials" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you ...

Michele Cushatt shares her story of walking through difficult times and how faithful God was throughout. She explores ten practices—concepts such as lament, humility, contentment, and perspective—that will help you build and strengthen your faith so you can weather those stressful seasons with God. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book A Faith That Will Not Fail and an audio download of "Walking With God Through Trials" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you ...

Debra Fileta explains how marriage requires unconditional love and sacrifice, which in turn draws us closer to God as we are sculpted more in His image. She urges us to embrace a selfless “we”-mindset over the more common self-focused mindset. Receive the book Choosing Marriage and an audio download of "Embracing God's Purpose for Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thri...

Janel Breitenstein explores spiritual life skills like identity and discernment and offers practical ways to help your child develop those. You’ll learn to equip your child to become a disciple who is “on fire” for Jesus. Receive the book "Permanent Markers" and an audio download of "Cultivating Your Child's Habits for a Relationship With God" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened...

When addiction steps in, your family may be turned upside down. In this compelling interview, Victor Torres shares his dramatic story of growing up on the streets of New York City as a gang member and a heroin addict and how God intervened to change his life. He’ll identify some signs of substance abuse and offer some first steps toward hope and healing for your addicted loved one. Receive the book "Reaching Your Addicted Loved One" and an audio download of "Helping Your Loved One Find Freedom ...

Dr. Kevin Leman and Kim Trobee share stories and thoughts on why the dad-daughter relationship matters, and how important it is to spend time and invest in this relationship wisely. They discuss how significant a dad’s influence is in a daughter’s life and how it impacts her future relationships with the opposite sex. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book "What a Difference a Daddy Makes" and an audio download of "A Father's Influence On His Daughter's Life" for your donation of any amount! Get More ...

Dr. Kevin Leman and Kim Trobee share stories and thoughts on why the dad-daughter relationship matters, and how important it is to spend time and invest in this relationship wisely. They discuss how significant a dad’s influence is in a daughter’s life and how it impacts her future relationships with the opposite sex. (Part 1 of 2) Receive the book "What a Difference a Daddy Makes" and an audio download of "A Father's Influence On His Daughter's Life" for your donation of any amount! Get More ...

Former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson, a passionate advocate for life, wants to make abortion unthinkable in the post-Roe cultural landscape. Benjamin shares insights on how a renewed commitment to holistic justice and human flourishing can make a big difference in the fight for life. Your gift will equip pregnancy medical centers across the country with ultrasound machines, resources and nurses' sonography training so abortion-vulnerable mothers can see their babies and be moved to choose life....

Dr. Ron and Jan Welch help husbands and wives better understand the power of choice in their marriages and how they can be intentional in improving and strengthening their relationships. In this discussion, they will focus on the power of belief and choosing to hope, letting go of the past, not taking your spouse for granted, and commitment. Receive the book "10 Choices For a Better Marriage" and an audio download of "Making Positive Choices for a Stronger Marriage" for your donation of any amo...

Dr. David Gudgel wants to equip couples to have successful and enjoyable marriages. In this broadcast, Dr. Gudgel reviews the three Greek words for love – AGAPE (sacrificial love), PHILEO (friendship love), and EROS (romantic love) – and encourages couples to intentionally work on all three to improve their relationship. Receive the book "Enjoy Your Marriage More" and an audio download of "Three Kinds of Love You Need For Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resourc...

Courtney Ellis wants to invite families to follow her example in decluttering her life, her home & her schedule. Courtney also described why too many screens & too much technology is a form of clutter — and how her kids would often see the back of her hand holding a phone instead of seeing her face. (Part 2 of 2) Receive the book "Uncluttered" and an audio download of "Clearing Out Your Space and Schedule" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a ...