Episodes

Most people want to be fair with their spouse. But what if that isn’t what’s best for your marriage? Jim Daly explains why striving for fairness can make marriage conflict worse, not better. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do your child’s favorite heroes wear a cape and a mask? What if their heroes looked like … you? Jim Daly shares how to become a hero to your children by standing up for your values and putting others first. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares the story of “White Christmas” – the best-selling Christmas song in history – which was born out of personal tragedy experienced by its well-known composer, Irving Berlin. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Your presence on this earth is a ripple that moves outward, into the future, in ways you could never imagine. Jim Daly explains how each day of life is a snapshot in time that fits together into a larger tapestry. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares about the tongue-in-cheek holiday of “Festivus” (from the fan-favorite Seinfeld episode) and encourages you to remember everything you’re grateful for this Christmas. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Which came first – the chicken or the egg? Jim Daly shares how the answer to that question can help you build a marriage that thrives, not just survives. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

This Christmas as you’re hanging decorations or cleaning up after dinner, be aware of how precious those moments are. Jim Daly shares how to open your heart to blessings hidden in simple moments. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares how the classic cartoon A Charlie Brown Christmas teaches us that, while presents and decorations are wonderful traditions, the spirit of Christmas isn’t commercialism and “getting.” It’s about giving. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The presidential race may be over, but disagreement about the results can be a big problem when families reunite for Christmas. Jim Daly shares how to prevent political arguments from wreaking havoc on your holiday. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Parents are so accustomed to immediate results in daily life that they expect it in their parenting as well. Jim Daly explains why it takes years to raise children of character. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You can learn a lot about what not to do in your marriage by observing other married couples. Jim Daly shares one couple’s story that illustrates why contempt never benefits a relationship. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What’s your favorite Christmas memory? More than likely, it has something to do with family. Jim Daly explains how to make new memories while you cherish old ones. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

These days, everybody seems to be upset about something. But overreaction doesn’t bring about positive change. Jim Daly explains why, instead of a culture of outrage, we need a culture of focus. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most of us prefer predictability. Jim Daly explains why the joy of Christmas is all about uncertainty, expectation, and surprise. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many people are stuck in the past. Others spend their energy looking only toward the future. Jim Daly shares ideas to help you embrace the present. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In more ways than you and I realize, our children follow our footsteps. They learn how to live their lives by watching how we live ours. Jim Daly explains why what we do matters much more than what we say. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Spending time with family who see the world differently than you can be stressful. Jim Daly shares ideas for filling the holidays with joy and peace instead of frustration and conflict. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ladies, are you looking for a little romance in your marriage? If you’d love for your husband to sweep you off your feet, Jim Daly shares a simple idea that will help your husband hit the mark a little more often. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Christmas season may not slow down, but you can. Jim Daly shares how to take a break from the holiday’s usual hustle and bustle and devote yourself to what Christmas is really all about. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Christmas season may not slow down, but you can. Jim Daly shares how to take a break from the holiday’s usual hustle and bustle and devote yourself to what Christmas is really all about. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you ready to take on the ultimate holiday movie challenge? Jim Daly shares what to do and, best of all, why it will bring you together as a family. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares the story of Ray Lambert, who survived the D-Day invasion in 1944 and spent the rest of his life demonstrating the power of a life rooted in faith, freedom, and humility. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A lot of things in daily life require a serious approach. Jim Daly says, whenever possible – especially during the holidays – give yourself a break ... and laugh. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. You and your spouse. What do these duos have in common? Jim Daly shares why, when two people share the same vision, they can change the world. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.