Episodes
Jan. 28, 2026
It Doesn’t Have to Roll Off the Top
Anything can lead a marriage into conflict if we allow it. Jim Daly shares how to strengthen marriage by minimizing selfishness and maximizing sacrifice. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family...
Jan. 27, 2026
Remember the Past
The Holocaust is not only an important event in Jewish history; it’s an important event in human history. Jim Daly explains why the human race must remember the past, so tragedies like the Holocaust never happen again. Suppor...
Jan. 26, 2026
Hard to Forgive
Healing from emotional pain can be tough, but it’s the ticket to personal freedom. Jim Daly shares how to set yourself free by finding the courage and strength to forgive a person who has wounded you. Support Family Ministry ...
Jan. 23, 2026
Dads Don’t Babysit
A t-shirt designer stirred up controversy when he printed one that asked whether dads were babysitters or parents? It got a lot of people talking. Jim Daly shares his own thoughts on the role of fathers in the lives of their ...
Jan. 22, 2026
Humanity & Value
Things often have more value than they first appear. Jim Daly explains why, if you look closely, you’ll discover the divine spark of people’s humanity and value that’s impossible to calculate. Support Family Ministry If you e...
Jan. 21, 2026
Even When Things Don’t Go As Planned
There are twists and turns in every marriage. Jim Daly shares why good marriages aren’t good because a couple never faces obstacles but because they keep their marriage a priority … even when things don’t go as planned. Suppo...
Jan. 20, 2026
The Mother of UPS
Many parents underestimate their influence. Jim Daly shares why, when circumstances are difficult, it’s mom and dad that keep their child’s world steady and enables them to thrive. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed liste...
Jan. 19, 2026
Live Up to Your Name
Very few people have lived up to their name like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Jim Daly shares how Dr. King’s life teaches us to transform our lives – and others’ – by standing for transcendent principles. Support Family Minist...
Jan. 16, 2026
Marriage Gets All Over You
Self-centeredness ruins marriage. Jim Daly explains how to build a relationship that’s bigger than either one of you by sacrificing for each other and striving for unity. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Fo...
Jan. 15, 2026
Is Your Commitment Deep Enough?
How far would you go to overcome a bad habit? Jim Daly explains why, when we’re facing an out of the ordinary problem, we often need an out of the ordinary solution. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus o...
Jan. 14, 2026
Discipline to Self-Discipline
Moms and dads are often shortsighted in one crucial area of parenting – their kids’ ability to think for themselves. Jim Daly shares how to teach children to make good choices by helping them learn self-discipline. Support Fa...
Jan. 13, 2026
Pray together. Stay Together
Many people think of faith in strictly spiritual terms, but faith can improve your relationships as well. Jim Daly explains why one of the greatest factors to a strong marriage is a strong shared faith. Support Family Ministr...
Jan. 12, 2026
A Healthy Lifestyle for Your Family
As you may have discovered, helping your family live a healthy lifestyle is often easier said than done. Jim Daly shares how to encourage your children toward good health and good relationships. Support Family Ministry If you...
Jan. 9, 2026
The Missing Ingredient to Losing Weight
Do you find it hard to lose weight? Jim Daly explains why the secret to shedding extra pounds is more than diet. It’s a little bit of grit and a whole lot of support from a strong community of friends and family. Support Fami...
Jan. 8, 2026
Equality? Or Freedom?
Which is more important: equality of outcome for all or individual freedom? Jim Daly explains why it’s impossible for everyone to be equally happy, or equally wealthy, or equally successful. Support Family Ministry If you enj...
Jan. 7, 2026
Good Grades or Kindness?
What is your top priority for your children – good grades or good character? Jim Daly shares how to help your children make maturity and kindness a priority in their lives. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to ...
Jan. 6, 2026
The Message of Pain
Without pain, life would be perfect, wouldn’t it? Believe it or not, no. Jim Daly shares why even though pain doesn’t feel good it does good. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary,...
Jan. 5, 2026
It’s What You Do with It
The key to a successful marriage engagement isn’t whether it’s long or short, it’s what you do with it. Jim Daly shares why an engagement period isn’t dead space but an opportunity to lay the groundwork for a successful marri...
Jan. 2, 2026
How Kids Value Money
Do your children know how to handle money well? There is a simple test you can give your kids to find out. Jim Daly shares what it is and how it will help your children develop a healthy relationship with money. Support Famil...
Jan. 2, 2026
How Kids Value Money
Do your children know how to handle money well? There is a simple test you can give your kids to find out. Jim Daly shares what it is and how it will help your children develop a healthy relationship with money. Support Famil...
Jan. 1, 2026
Looking Back to See Ahead
As the new year gets underway, it’s wise to stop, take a moment, and look back over the past twelve months. Why? Because, as Jim Daly shares, looking back is key to moving forward. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed liste...
Jan. 1, 2026
Looking Back to See Ahead
As the new year gets underway, it’s wise to stop, take a moment, and look back over the past twelve months. Why? Because, as Jim Daly shares, looking back is key to moving forward. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed liste...
Dec. 31, 2025
Auld Lang Syne
When the clock strikes midnight, you may usher in the New Year by singing the traditional, “Auld Lang Syne.” But what do the lyrics mean? Jim Daly shares how the words can bring new hope and richness to your relationships. Su...
Dec. 30, 2025
Everyday Heroes
In comic books, heroes wear capes. Jim Daly explains why real heroes are everyday people who make the world a better place by stepping forward instead of looking the other way. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening...