Episodes

Oct. 2, 2023

Disciplining Your Kids With Grace

Karis Kimmel Murray reminds parents that we need to stay calm in the midst of misbehavior, look for the reason behind the behavior and gives a “sushi menu” of discipline tactics, including tagging bad behavior, putting thing…
Sept. 29, 2023

Encouraging Your Kids to Discuss Their Feelings

Feelings can be confusing for children to experience and express. In this upbeat message, Dr. Joshua Straub will equip you to create a safe environment in your home, so that your children can express what they are feeling an…
Sept. 28, 2023

Sharing the Gospel Through Hospitality (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Rosaria Champagne Butterfield challenges listeners to share God's love by opening their home to strangers, neighbors, and anyone in need, in a discussion based on her book The Gospel Comes With a House Key: Practicing Ra…
Sept. 27, 2023

Sharing the Gospel Through Hospitality (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Rosaria Champagne Butterfield challenges listeners to share God's love by opening their home to strangers, neighbors, and anyone in need, in a discussion based on her book The Gospel Comes With a House Key: Practicing Ra…
Sept. 26, 2023

Five Ingredients You Need for a Healthy Family (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Gary Chapman shares about creating a nurturing environment in your family. He will unpack five important traits: families serving together, the husbands and wives relating intimately on a physical and emotional level, pa…
Sept. 25, 2023

Five Ingredients You Need for a Healthy Family (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Gary Chapman shares about creating a nurturing environment in your family. He will unpack five important traits: families serving together, the husbands and wives relating intimately on a physical and emotional level, pa…
Sept. 22, 2023

Showing Your Child Their True Worth

Peter Mutabazi shares his journey from street kid to foster dad. As a young kid on the streets of Kampala, Uganda, Peter’s life changed when one man showed compassion and kindness. Now he’s giving back, opening his home to c…
Sept. 21, 2023

Drawing Closer to God and Each Other (Part 2 of 2)

Gary Thomas, author of A Lifelong Love, discusses how to worship God to bring you into unity as a couple, how to allow God to rub away your own selfishness and how couples can intentionally pursue oneness in marriage. He exp…
Sept. 20, 2023

Drawing Closer to God and Each Other (Part 1 of 2)

Gary Thomas, author of A Lifelong Love, discusses how to worship God to bring you into unity as a couple, how to allow God to rub away your own selfishness and how couples can intentionally pursue oneness in marriage. He exp…
Sept. 19, 2023

Being an Intentional Grandparent to Teens

Mark Gregston, grandfather of four, encourages you to be intentional in the lives of your teen grandchildren. Through storytelling, humor, time, and love, you can be a special influence on your grandkids and build a legacy o…
Sept. 18, 2023

How Jesus Redeemed My Gender Confusion

Linda Seiler shares her remarkable story of growing up desperately wanting to be a boy. She describes her 20-year struggle with gender confusion and same-sex attractions, which were not resolved after her conversion to Chris…
Sept. 15, 2023

Aiming For a Godly Marriage in the Dating Years

Dating in today’s culture has changed significantly in a generation. Single adults are often less intentional about thinking and planning ahead for a future marriage. And many Christians aren’t committed to moral boundaries …
Sept. 14, 2023

A Hopeful View of America’s Future

Tim Goeglein, Vice President of External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family, encourages listeners to honor America’s remarkable spiritual heritage, while inspiring us to influence the culture with faith and opt…
Sept. 13, 2023

Clinging to God Through the Pain of Depression (Part 2 of 2)

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 2 of 2) Receive the book I Love Jes…
Sept. 12, 2023

Clinging to God Through the Pain of Depression (Part 1 of 2)

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 Jes…
Sept. 11, 2023

How to Raise Strong Believers

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 …
Sept. 8, 2023

The Truth Behind Mommy Platitudes

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 trut…
Sept. 7, 2023

Having a Kingdom Mindset In Our Walk With God (Part 2 of 2)

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, a…
Sept. 6, 2023

Having a Kingdom Mindset In Our Walk With God (Part 1 of 2)

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, a…
Sept. 5, 2023

Rediscovering the Joy In Your Marriage

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 co…
Sept. 4, 2023

How My Teacher Made a Difference

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 …
Sept. 1, 2023

Connecting Spiritually With You Spouse

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 …
Aug. 31, 2023

Preparing Your Kids For the Teen Years (Part 2 of 2)

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 du…
Aug. 30, 2023

Preparing Your Kids For the Teen Years (Part 1 of 2)

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 du…