Episodes

Today is the National Day of Prayer. Jim Daly shares about the history of this national observance and where to find organized events in your community. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family ...

Jim Daly shares why, no matter what you’re going through in life, the greatest choice you’ll ever make as a parent is the choice to stay and be a loving, steady presence in your child’s life. Support Family Ministry If you en...

Is it possible to keep the romance alive in your marriage or to restore the passion you once had? Jim Daly says, “Yes,” and suggests the key is prioritizing where you place your attention. Support Family Ministry If you enjoy...

If your marriage is struggling, the best advice is to stick to the center of the road. Jim Daly explains how to avoid both ditches – passivity and aggression – with a balanced approach – assertiveness. Support Family Ministry...

How does your family resolve your disagreements? Do you bicker and fight? Or do you seek unity and sacrifice for each other? Jim Daly explains how to stop conflict before it escalates by finding common ground. Support Family ...

Do your children come to you for advice and wisdom? If not, Jim Daly explains a great activity called “Walk the Plank” that will teach your children how to trust you in difficult circumstances. Support Family Ministry If you ...

Some people date because they want to hang out and have fun. But to find a relationship that lasts, Jim Daly shares how to date with purpose. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary,...

Marriages thrive on desire, not obligation. Jim Daly explains how a man can make his wife’s heart come alive by treating their relationship like a flower in need of nurturing, instead of a stuffy rule book to follow. Support ...

At some point, every parent asks the same question: “When will I have time for me?” Jim Daly offers encouragement for finding balance when life is always so busy. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on t...

What does true beauty look like? The answer to that question isn’t as obvious as society wants you to believe. Jim Daly explains why true beauty is often imperfection itself. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening t...

According to counselors, unhealthy marriages struggle because spouses don’t listen to each other very well. Jim Daly shares why building a healthy marriage isn’t about how much or how loudly we speak, but about how deeply we ...

No parent wants their teenager to rebel, but they probably will. Testing boundaries is part of adolescence. Jim Daly shares how you can channel your teenager’s rebellion in a positive direction that will benefit them … and yo...

One thing has always been true about human nature: we don’t want opinions forced upon us. Jim Daly explains why lasting change comes through persuasion, not power. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on ...

Many couples would benefit from a financial budget. Jim Daly explains how couples can each do their part, despite their differences, to get out of debt, live on a budget, and move forward as a team. Support Family Ministry If...

A beautiful life isn’t about perfection; it’s about perseverance. Jim Daly explains how to build a beautiful life by choosing to hold on to hope even when the path forward is difficult. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed ...

If you’re a parent, you already recognize that the word “no” is a vital parenting tool. But it can be over-used. Jim Daly explains why the word “yes” is just as important as the word “no.” Support Family Ministry If you enjoy...

Things aren’t always what they seem at first glance. Jim Daly shares why wisdom is essential if we hope to rise above the confusion that hides the truth from us. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on th...

It’s not easy to connect with someone who doesn’t speak the same language – even if that person is your child. Jim Daly explains how to open a whole new world of connection with your children by learning their language. Suppo...

Weddings don’t always go as planned. Neither do marriages. Jim Daly explains why good marriages aren’t a reward for couples who never face adversity but for couples who keep their marriage their top priority despite problems....

Couples often take their marriage for granted and bury it beneath ordinary, everyday things. Jim Daly shares how to prioritize your marriage and honor it for the treasure that it is. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed lis...

Sports can be fun, but they also teach children a lot about life. Jim Daly shares why one of the most effective ways to help your child build a successful life is to involve them in team sports. Support Family Ministry If you...

No one has got marriage all figured out. That’s why Jim Daly believes being coachable is an absolutely crucial quality for any couple hoping to achieve long-term success in their marriage. Support Family Ministry If you enjoy...

They say, “You don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone.” Jim Daly shares the story of a family who gathered together in the ashes of what used to be their lives, not to lament their loss, but to thank God for His many bles...

For many families, Easter is a day for kids to eat candy and hunt for colorful eggs. But there’s a deeper message to the day that many people overlook. Jim Daly explains why Easter offers real hope, despite the problems of th...