Episodes
Aug. 25, 2021
Gifted Children, Strong Character
Most parents are happy to praise their child for strong academics. Jim Daly shares why it’s best for parents to focus more on their child’s character. (Original air date: Aug. 12, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store....
Aug. 24, 2021
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: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/check...
Aug. 23, 2021
Different Doesn't Mean Wrong
Have you ever wondered how qualities you found attractive when you and your spouse were dating became so irritating once you got married? Jim Daly explains how a couple’s differences can bring them together instead of drive t...
Aug. 20, 2021
Let Kids Deal With Their Monkeys
Do your teenagers rely on you too much to solve their problems? Jim Daly offers ways to help your teen think through challenging circumstances and find solutions on their own. (Original air date: Oct. 28, 2013) Support family...
Aug. 19, 2021
The Way Forward
America is built on the principles of justice, human dignity, and freedom for all, but we've never fulfilled those ideals perfectly. Jim Daly explains why the way forward for America is now what it's always been – a stumbling...
Aug. 18, 2021
What if My Marriage Isn't Perfect?
Is your marriage a struggle because you don't think it measures up to other couples? Jim Daly explains why a peek behind closed doors would reveal just how imperfect other marriages really are. (Original air date: March 12, 2...
Aug. 17, 2021
Embrace Reality
When we go through tough times, we have two choices: face reality ... or embrace reality. Jim Daly explains how to put your past in the past and set yourself free to embrace your future. Support family ministry: https://store...
Aug. 16, 2021
Growing Children
Parenting children is a lot like gardening. Jim Daly explains how to work with what you have, so you can reap a good harvest even when conditions aren't perfect. (Original air date: Aug. 26, 2013) Support family ministry: htt...
Aug. 13, 2021
Man Like John Wayne
Many marriages fail because couples are confused about what true manhood is all about. Jim Daly shares how John Wayne helped his son learn two important characteristics about masculinity. (Previous air date: June 16, 2016) Su...
Aug. 12, 2021
Like Hitting a Fastball
Building a strong marriage can be as difficult as hitting a fastball. Jim Daly explains how to hit a home run for your marriage by instilling your relationship with trust and respect. Support family ministry: https://store.fo...
Aug. 11, 2021
Best Break Ever
Have you ever noticed how good things often come from bad experiences? Jim Daly explains how failure can become a doorway to success. (Previous air date: May 20, 2014) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.c...
Aug. 10, 2021
Three Simple Rules
Rules are an important parenting tool. But too many can overwhelm a child. Jim Daly explains how to help your children improve their behavior by doing away with long rule sheets and simplifying your expectations. Support fami...
Aug. 9, 2021
College or Modeling Agency?
The more expensive something is, the better its quality, right? That may not be true when it comes to a college education. Jim Daly shares why your kids' futures don't depend on attending a college that's out of your price ra...
Aug. 6, 2021
Suffering in Focus
Is there meaning in suffering? Jim Daly shares the true story of the only person officially recognized by Japan for surviving both atomic bombs in 1945. (Previous air date: Aug. 16, 2019) Support family ministry: https://stor...
Aug. 5, 2021
Teenagers: Children or Adults?
Did you know that the term "teenager" wasn't a part of the American lexicon until 1941? Jim Daly explains how to launch your teenagers into adulthood by giving them the independence they want ... and need. Support family mini...
Aug. 4, 2021
Doors to the Future
The doors that lead to our future can open right in front of us at any given moment. Jim Daly shares a personal story that demonstrates how to notice those opportunities by keeping your eyes peeled and your heart open. (Previ...
Aug. 3, 2021
Three Roles of a Spouse
Successful marriages don't thrive because of chemistry, good luck, or wishful thinking. Jim Daly shares how successful couples make their marriage better by excelling in three key areas of their relationship. Support family m...
Aug. 2, 2021
Pull Up a Chair and Chat
Independence is a wonderful thing ... but so is community when you need help. Jim Daly shares the story about neighbors who came together to help a 90-year-old World War Two veteran take his afternoon walks. (Previous air dat...
July 30, 2021
When to Let Go
When you think of power, words like “strength” and “dominance” may come to mind. But power is a surprisingly delicate thing. Jim Daly shares why it takes wisdom for parents to know when to exert authority and when to let go....
July 29, 2021
What's Written on Her Heart
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 TLC, instead of a stuffy rule book to follow. Support family...
July 28, 2021
No Kids Allowed
An increasing number of public venues like restaurants and movie theaters are banning children. It’s supposed to create a more hospitable environment for adults. But is there a better solution than excluding children from pub...
July 27, 2021
Let Love Win
Some couples argue with one goal in mind: to win at all costs. Jim Daly explains how couples can have a relationship that thrives by keeping what’s most important in focus and attacking the problem, not each other. Support fa...
July 26, 2021
Bedtime Battles
Is getting your kids to bed a conflict that wages on night after night? Jim Daly explains how to win bedtime battles with your children by setting and keeping boundaries with confidence. (Previous air date: July 2, 2013) Supp...
July 23, 2021
Make Do
Many kids struggle with poor self-esteem. Jim Daly explains why it's better to encourage children to find joy in whatever talent they've got instead of demanding they be successful at everything. (Original air date: Aug. 14, ...