Episodes

Feb. 21, 2023

In Times Like These

The sky may appear to be falling on our culture, but there is reason for hope. Jim Daly shares why America can overcome its troubles if we come together and do what’s right. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthef…
Feb. 20, 2023

Struggle Is Good

Do you let your kids struggle? Or do you rush in to rescue them at the first sign of trouble? Jim Daly explains why your answer plays an important role in whether or not your kids become confident adults. Support family mini…
Feb. 17, 2023

Stay Focused and Finish Strong

No matter what goals you hope to achieve, victory doesn’t always go to the person who’s most skilled or gifted. Jim Daly explains why the difference between success and failure is often staying focused. Support family minist…
Feb. 16, 2023

Steps to a Blended Family

Blended families are nothing new, but that doesn’t mean bringing together two families and making them one is easy. Jim Daly offers helpful suggestions for making that process a little smoother. Support family ministry: http…
Feb. 15, 2023

Don’t Judge the Cover

As the old saying goes, “Never judge a book by its cover. It’s what’s on the inside that counts.” Jim Daly shares why that saying is as true for people as it is for books. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com…
Feb. 14, 2023

Marriage Teammates

A lot of guys with good marriages would love to have great ones, but they don’t know how. Jim teaches guys how to improve their marriage by thinking of their wives as a teammate. Support family ministry: https://store.focuso…
Feb. 13, 2023

Responding to Disappointment

What’s the best way to respond to disappointment? Jim Daly explains a personal situation that taught him how to respond to negative circumstances with a positive attitude. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefam…
Feb. 10, 2023

Good? Bad? Who really Knows?

Blessing and struggle are woven into every experience. Jim Daly explains why our perspective is often what brings beauty out of our suffering. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation…
Feb. 9, 2023

Sacrifice for Your Family

Guys are supposed to be manly, right? When it comes to being a good father and husband, what exactly does “manliness” look like, anyway? Brute power and strength? How about sacrifice? Jim Daly explains. Support family minist…
Feb. 8, 2023

Beside, Not Behind

They say behind every great man is a great woman. Jim Daly shares the story of Emily Roebling to illustrate why, just as often, great women take the lead. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/check…
Feb. 7, 2023

Climbing the Crazy ladder

Have you and your spouse ever climbed the “crazy ladder” – emotionally escalating during an argument. Jim Daly offers helpful suggestions for couples to keep their discussions from getting out of hand. Support family ministr…
Feb. 6, 2023

Better, Not Bitter

Bitterness will trick you into believing that you build a better future by holding on to the past. Jim Daly explains why you build a better future by freeing yourself from the past. Support family ministry: http://focusonthe…
Feb. 3, 2023

National Crisis to National Victory

No matter your political or philosophical bent, we should all agree on the importance of fathers. Jim Daly explains why men are the only hope our country has for turning fatherlessness from a national crisis to a national vi…
Feb. 2, 2023

Combine Wipeout

In rural areas, kids are often entrusted with important responsibilities at a young age. Jim Daly explains why that can be a positive parenting strategy no matter where you live – if you’ll allow your kids to make mistakes. …
Feb. 1, 2023

Balance for a Good Life

We often believe that the secret to happiness is having more, going faster, or working harder. Jim Daly shares why happiness is actually a byproduct of balance. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem…
Jan. 31, 2023

Blowing Off Steam

What do you do when you and your spouse have a disagreement that escalates into an argument? Jim Daly explains how to resolve conflict without attacking one another. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singl…
Jan. 30, 2023

Winter Blues

The weather can be dreary this time of year. Jim Daly offers practical suggestions for overcoming the winter blues. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 …
Jan. 27, 2023

Say No to Ambition

Every day society offers skewed ideas about what’s valuable. Jim Daly shares why it’s so important to say no to ambition and yes to your family. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donati…
Jan. 26, 2023

Truth Pays in the End

Many people decide what’s right and wrong based on what’s convenient. Jim Daly explains why standing for what’s right isn’t always easy, but it pays off in the end. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/single…
Jan. 25, 2023

A Moment to Hold On To

Every father has the same goal: to be a good dad. But how do you know when you’ve been one? Jim Daly offers a simple tip any father can latch on to when he’s not feeling confident as a dad. Support family ministry: http://fo…
Jan. 24, 2023

The Power of Why

Kay Longstaff was a cruise ship passenger who fell overboard and kept herself afloat for an incredible ten hours. Jim Daly shares this story as an amazing example of what you can accomplish if you have a big enough why. Supp…
Jan. 23, 2023

When Love Is Tough

Marriages collapse when couples don’t stay committed to one another in tough times. Jim Daly explains how to turn a crisis into an opportunity to better understand your spouse and to do what’s best for the relationship. Supp…
Jan. 20, 2023

Guiding Principles: Integrity

Integrity is one of the most important values a parent can instill into their child. Jim Daly offers helpful suggestions for teaching children, not just to keep Mom and Dad happy, but to grow into a dependable person. Suppor…
Jan. 19, 2023

For Such a Time As This

Every generation has battles they don’t want to fight. Jim Daly explains why each of us must learn the important part we play in making the world a better place. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleite…