Episodes
Nov. 3, 2022
No Empty Words
The Bible warns us to be careful with our words. Jim Daly shares why – for bad or for good – our words are never empty. They’re filled with power capable of remarkable destruction or remarkable blessing. Support family minist...
Nov. 2, 2022
Grace for Crackers
There are lots of ways to undermine an otherwise good marriage. Jim Daly tells the story of how he and his wife’s relationship overcame a $5,000 box of crackers. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/si...
Nov. 1, 2022
Bits of Magic Mirror
You and I are up against a world full of lies that distort what’s really true. Jim Daly shares how the classic fairytale The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen illustrates why truth is often hidden behind lies dressed up a...
Oct. 31, 2022
Do You Know Who I Am?
The question “Do you know who I am?” often comes from a place of arrogance. Jim Daly shares how it can draw your child closer to you if it comes from the heart of a loving mother or father. Support family ministry: https://st...
Oct. 28, 2022
Trouble Spots in Marriage
Most people who have an affair say they never saw it coming. Jim Daly shares how couples can protect their marriage before they drift into dangerous emotional territory. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily...
Oct. 27, 2022
Humble Leadership
Achievement creates pride in many leaders. They take credit for the hard work of others. Jim Daly shares why the essence of good leadership is humility. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/c...
Oct. 26, 2022
He Meant Well, But...
Many parents rely on abrasive tones and rigid demands to motivate their children. Jim Daly explains why the best parenting relies on discovering a child’s personality, temperament, and needs. Support family ministry: https://...
Oct. 25, 2022
What’s Wrong with the World?
If you could change one thing to improve the world, would you focus on everybody else’s problems? Or would you look in the mirror? Jim Daly explains why our primary focus ought to be what’s happening within our hearts. Suppor...
Oct. 24, 2022
Theme for Marriage
Experts often talk about the importance of goals: for your career, for your health, for your financial future. Jim Daly shares a simple idea for setting goals for your marriage that can revolutionize your relationship. Suppor...
Oct. 21, 2022
Fake vs. Real Relationships
Home construction technology has made everything fake – from floors to furniture. Jim Daly explains why your relationships are the one thing in your home you can’t afford to be fake. Support family ministry: https://store.foc...
Oct. 20, 2022
Never Too Early for Christmas Music
Is October too early for Christmas music? Jim Daly explains why the Christmas message is great to hear any time of year. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?ref...
Oct. 19, 2022
Bless This Mess
Most of us like our family life to be as ordered and under control as possible. But a messy situation every now and then can actually be good for you! Jim Daly explains why. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefa...
Oct. 18, 2022
Fair or Not?
Unfairness is a sad reality of life. Jim Daly explains why unfairness is so important for our children to develop good character. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/p...
Oct. 17, 2022
Burn the Ships
Commitment is a critical component of good relationships. Jim Daly explains what the phrase “burn the ships” means for couples hoping to build a successful marriage. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com...
Oct. 14, 2022
Like the Stars in the Sky
It’s easy to miss the wonders of the universe … and of life … even when you’re surrounded by it. Jim Daly shares why seeing the wonders of life requires us to stop and open our eyes to it all. Support family ministry: https:/...
Oct. 13, 2022
Moral Realignment
Humanity’s potential for brutality and evil is astonishing. Jim Daly explains why only when we believe in something or Someone that transcends us can we fulfill our God-given potential. Support family ministry: https://store....
Oct. 12, 2022
Love Isn’t Self-Sustaining
Couples often assume their love is self-sustaining – that is, it will take care of itself. Jim Daly explains why you have to invest in your relationship, or your love will die. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonth...
Oct. 11, 2022
Keep Going
All of us hit a wrong note at some point in our lives. Jim Daly explains why sheer determination is often the only way to overcome tough circumstances. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/ch...
Oct. 10, 2022
Take Care of the Little Things
Do you know what integrity looks like? Jim Daly explains why it can be hard to spot because it’s usually found in small, everyday choices. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donati...
Oct. 7, 2022
Not Worth the Cost
Some things in life aren’t worth what they cost in the long run. Jim Daly shares a humorous story with an important lesson about a baseball fan who spent a small fortune to catch a foul ball. Support family ministry: https://...
Oct. 6, 2022
Ripples of Influence
Jim Daly explains why your commitment to your child’s emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being is never “just about today.” It’s about all of their tomorrows as well. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefami...
Oct. 5, 2022
Scorekeepers
Games need a scorekeeper. It’s how you determine a winner. Jim Daly explains how to stop keeping score in your marriage, so you and your spouse both win. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/...
Oct. 4, 2022
Watch for Markers
To recognize when a door to your future is open, you have to be watching. Jim Daly shares how praying for wisdom can reveal markers that point the way when you come to a fork in the road. Support family ministry: https://stor...
Oct. 3, 2022
Authority and Love
Moms and dads often reduce their parenting to a list of rules. Jim Daly shares a better way; it’s about giving kids boundaries while helping them to feel nurtured and cared for. Support family ministry: https://store.focusont...