Episodes
Aug. 11, 2025
Marriage in a Bathroom
What kind of obstacles would you fight to overcome to get married? Jim Daly shares the story of one couple whose commitment to marriage placed the setting for their wedding in the unlikeliest of places. Support Family Ministr...
Aug. 8, 2025
Assume the Best
Couples often blame each other when things don’t go the way they’d hoped. The solution is to assume the best – not the worst – about your spouse. How do you do that? Jim Daly has great advice for struggling couples. Support F...
Aug. 7, 2025
Like a Valuable Coin
Did you know that the world’s rarest quarter is actually worth thousands of dollars? Jim Daly explains why, like a coin whose value is far beyond what you’d expect, people are more extraordinary than they appear at first glan...
Aug. 6, 2025
In Your Kids’ Corner
Kids want their parents to be involved in their lives, especially in tough times. Jim Daly tells the story of the bully he faced in elementary school and how things might have been different if he’d had a parent to help him. ...
Aug. 5, 2025
Meet Your Neighbors
Life is busy. For everybody. We’re so busy that many of us never take the time to meet our neighbors. Jim Daly explains why life is better when it’s lived in community. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our...
Aug. 4, 2025
As a Dog Returns to Its Vomit
If we repeat mistakes, the pain of the consequences gets worse. Jim Daly shares how to listen to what your pain is telling you and then take action. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please gi...
Aug. 1, 2025
Early to Bed, Early to Rise
Are your kids getting enough vitamin Zzzz? It turns out ample sleep may be one of the biggest secrets to a child’s health and well-being. Jim Daly explains why and shares how much rest your kids really need. Support Family Mi...
July 31, 2025
Symbols of Love
A man splashing in the ocean lost his wedding ring and searched for it for two days. Why all the fuss? Jim Daly shares why, like a ring of gold, marriage is precious and valuable, and when it’s nurtured and cared for, it last...
July 30, 2025
Curses into Sweetness
It’s hard to speak words of blessing to people if, while growing up, you weren’t taught how. Jim Daly explains why transforming your words into blessings begins with transforming your mind. Support Family Ministry If you've l...
July 29, 2025
Shine a Light of Hope
Anyone can make a difference. How? Jim Daly explains how to shine a light of hope into the world by seeing a need and doing something to meet it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give ...
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...
July 11, 2025
What Are We Going to Do?
Every couple encounters battles in life. Jim Daly shares one question you can ask your spouse that will help you come together as a team. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your ...
July 10, 2025
We Don’t Need “Nice”
Some people say that our culture needs nice guys. Jim Daly explains why, for a kinder, gentler, society, we don’t need nice guys, we need strong men. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please g...
July 9, 2025
Parenting Isn’t Convenient
Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates why effective parenting isn’t about what’s most convenient, it’s about what’s best for children to learn responsibility and to mature. Support Family Ministry If you've listen...
July 8, 2025
I’ve Fallen and Can’t Get Up
Getting older isn’t always easy. Jim Daly shares why getting older gracefully means growing in wisdom and humility. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.