Focus on the Family Commentary

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

July 25, 2025

Memories with Kids

If you have kids at home, are you taking time to create lasting memories with them before they strike out on their own? Jim Daly explains why time with your children is an investment you’ll never regret making. Support Family...
July 24, 2025

Master Your Craft

Are you striving to be your best? Jim Daly explains why we become our greatest selves not by doing the bare minimum, but by stretching beyond our natural abilities. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our pod...
July 23, 2025

Square Peg in a Round Hole

Sometimes it can be a blessing when our kids don’t become what we hope for. Jim Daly shares a personal story that reminded him why parents must hold their dreams for their kids with an open hand. Support Family Ministry If yo...
July 22, 2025

It Takes Time

Is there a way to protect your marriage from infidelity? Jim Daly explains how couples can spend time together in ways that benefit their relationships. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pleas...
July 21, 2025

Are We a Biological or Spiritual Beings?

Are human beings nothing more than biological machines? Or is there something more to us, something that transcends mere flesh and blood? Jim Daly explains why human life transcends mere biology. Support Family Ministry If yo...
July 18, 2025

Be a Participant, not an Obstacle

Ladies, what’s your relationship like with your mother-in-law? If things have turned adversarial, Jim Daly has a few ideas that will help you turn things around. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcas...
July 17, 2025

Mirror of Truth

Truth is a mirror that reveals who we really are. Jim Daly shares why a good life isn’t found in hearing what we want to hear but in receiving and responding to what’s true. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any o...
July 16, 2025

Dog Days of Marriage

What can an ugly dog teach you about the health of your marriage? Jim Daly explains why, even if your marriage is in trouble, it’s stronger than it looks and can be saved and renewed. Support Family Ministry If you've listene...
July 15, 2025

A Child’s Unconditional Love

Your child’s love for you can be nurtured, but you don’t have to create it. Jim Daly explains why your child’s love for you is woven into the fabric of your relationship – even if you’re not a perfect parent. Support Family M...
July 14, 2025

Worth of a Penny

Many people who see a penny on the ground wouldn’t bother to pick it up, believing pennies are basically worthless. Jim Daly explains why pennies – and humans – have deeper value than we see at first glance. Support Family Mi...

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