Episodes

Two of the greatest influences on a child’s self-image are team sports and academic achievements. Jim Daly shares the most important influence of all: a loving mom and dad. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Even when truth is on your side, opposition can be fierce. Jim Daly explains why the world can only become a better place if you and I stand firm in the face of opposition and say, “There’s a better way.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares why couples on the verge of divorce who stay together often transform their kids’ lives for the positive. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many kids struggle to take responsibility around the house. Jim Daly shares how to urge your child forward by discovering what motivates them Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We all face stress. The question is how do we handle it? Jim Daly shares how to deal with stress in a healthy manner. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What reignites love after it’s faded in a marriage? Jim Daly shares how creating times of laughter can be as beneficial – and more fun – than marriage counseling. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Parents, it’s your job to provide structure and order – like paying bills and setting boundaries – but it’s also your responsibility to help your children thrive spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Jim Daly shares how. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do you know your child’s “money personality”? Jim Daly offers advice for preventing conflict with your children regarding their spending and saving habits. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Money is one of the biggest sources of conflict in marriage. But money can cause friction between parents and children as well. Jim Daly explains how to remedy that problem by understanding your child’s money personality. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do we find hope when our circumstances seem hopeless? Jim Daly explains why when times are tough, hope grows slowly, not overnight. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Effective parenting means keeping expectations high while also accepting the child’s performance. Jim Daly shares how to encourage your kids toward excellence without expecting perfection. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Critics of the Bible say it’s nothing but a collection of fairy tales. Jim Daly shares why Scripture itself teaches us not to line in a pretend world but to open our eyes wide and see things clearly. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Not only can husbands learn to cherish their wives, but Jim Daly shares how wives can learn to cherish their husbands and create the marriage of their dreams. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Guys, you love your wife, but do you cherish her? Jim Daly shares how husbands who haven’t developed that skill can learn it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly explains why your response to your children making a mistake can be the difference between them exploring their gifts or hiding from them. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly explains how men can have a better relationship with their wives and children by adopting the same motto as NFL players and coaches: “Put something good on tape.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Getting to the heart of a matter can be difficult. None of us are completely objective. Jim Daly explains how our biases make it difficult to solve disputes, and what to do about it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A strong marriage is no accident. Jim Daly shares how he and his wife combined good choices, hard work, and God’s grace to make their marriage stronger today than ever. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Young children often need help. They’re forgetful. They lose stuff. Some may even struggle to dress themselves or make their own food. Should parents step in and handle things for their children? Jim Daly shares his answer. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you a “Dead Sea” or a “babbling brook”? Jim Daly shares how these oddly labeled communication styles can improve your marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Freedom has lasted in America for 250 years because our ancestors were vigilant and sacrificed to protect it. Jim Daly shares what American citizens must do for freedom to last another 250 years. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

One of the most common excuses divorced couples use is, “Kids are resilient.” But are they? Jim Daly explains why that sentiment is not as accurate as people wished it was. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Moms experience a wide range of emotions when it comes to their children. They may swell up with pride, or they may struggle with guilt. Jim Daly reminds moms why their best is good enough. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you too busy to have a good marriage? Many couples think they are. Jim Daly shares how to build a marriage that thrives even when your schedule is tight. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.