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
June 12, 2025
Fingerprint of the Master
If something valuable gets thrown into the garbage, does it lose its value? Jim Daly explains why we are souls with profound value because we bear the fingerprint of the Master himself. Support Family Ministry If you've liste...
June 11, 2025
Affirm Your Husband
Ladies, could you use some ideas for creating a happier marriage? Jim Daly shares a simple way to open your husband’s heart and fill his soul with love … for you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podca...
June 10, 2025
Wounds in Sand, Grace in Stone
Extending grace to people who hurt us is never easy to do. But Jim Daly shares why forgiveness won’t erase your suffering, it will make it possible for you to move forward toward peace. Support Family Ministry If you've liste...
June 9, 2025
Dimmer Switch
Moms and dads often parent like a light switch – all one way or all the other. Jim Daly explains why what kids really need are parents who act like a dimmer switch with a range of responses that meet kids at their point of ne...
June 6, 2025
Earn This!
Jim Daly shares the story of Ray Lambert, who survived the D-Day invasion in 1944 and spent the rest of his life demonstrating the power of a life rooted in faith, freedom, and humility. Support Family Ministry If you've list...
June 5, 2025
The Truth We Want
We often assign value to things based on what we want to be true rather than on what is actually true. Jim Daly shares why we should strive to see beyond what we want to believe and find courage to seek truth. Support Family ...
June 4, 2025
Your Dream or Theirs?
Has your child ever experienced a big moment that seemed more important to you than it did to them? Jim Daly explains why parents must guard against fixing their pasts by living their dreams through their children. Support Fa...
June 3, 2025
Channel Your Suffering
Suffering is a harsh reality, and there are no easy answers. Jim Daly explains why pain strengthens our character in ways that would never happen without it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, ...
June 2, 2025
The Marriage Puzzle
Without the picture on the front of the box, a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle can be a confusing mystery. It’s the same with marriage. Jim Daly shares why successful couples create a vision for marriage they can pursue together. S...
May 30, 2025
Moms and Their Daughters
Mom’s presence plays an important role in helping their daughters become young women of character. Jim Daly helps busy moms stay engaged with their daughter no matter how long their to-do list. Support Family Ministry If you'...
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