Focus on the Family Commentary
In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.
Recent Episodes
Dec. 26, 2025
Kintsugi
In marriage, broken does not equal worthless. Jim Daly points to the Japanese art form of Kintsugi to describe how to transform the broken pieces of your relationship into something beautiful. Support Family Ministry If you e...
Dec. 25, 2025
The Light of Christmas
If life has gotten so dark this Christmas that you can’t see good things right in front of you, take heart. There is reason for hope. Jim Daly shares why the light of Christmas is bright enough to pierce through any darkness....
Dec. 24, 2025
Home for Christmas
There’s beauty to be found in holiday traffic. Jim Daly shares why: All of those planes, trains, and automobiles are headed to the same place: home, and few things are as beautiful as being home for the holidays. Support Fami...
Dec. 23, 2025
Power of a Mother’s Love
What creates men of great character? Most people answer, “Fathers.” However, according to research, moms have a much bigger influence than is often assumed. Jim Daly explains why. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listen...
Dec. 22, 2025
Memories of Christmas Past
What’s your favorite Christmas memory? More than likely, even more than the gifts you received is the time you spent with family. Jim Daly explains how this Christmas you can make new memories while you cherish old ones. Supp...
Dec. 19, 2025
Christmas Secret
Most of us prefer predictability. Jim Daly explains why the joy of Christmas is all about uncertainty, expectation, and surprise. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give...
Dec. 18, 2025
Thaw an Icy Relationship
If you fear Christmas will feel icy and cold because of a strained relationship, Jim Daly has a few suggestions for warming things up. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please...
Dec. 17, 2025
Not the “Big Day, the “Every Day”
Most couples plan their wedding, but not their marriage. Jim Daly shares why a good marriage isn’t about the “big day,” it’s about the “every day.” Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Comme...
Dec. 16, 2025
How to Help Your Child Soar
Children become healthy, successful adults by discovering their potential. Jim Daly explains how to help your children soar by guiding them toward a vision for who they can become. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed liste...
Dec. 15, 2025
Slow Down at Christmas
The Christmas season may not slow down, but you can. Jim Daly shares how to take a break from the holiday’s usual hustle and bustle and devote yourself to what Christmas is really all about. Support Family Ministry If you enj...
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