Episodes
Nov. 8, 2024
Permission To Fail
“Failing forward” is a term motivational speakers use to talk about turning mistakes into success. Jim Daly explains how parents can help their children learn to embrace failure rather than fear it. Support Family Ministry If...
Nov. 7, 2024
Your Future You
We all have bad circumstances from our past to overcome. Jim Daly explains why your future you is counting on the present you to create the life you’re hoping for. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podc...
Nov. 6, 2024
The Question That Will Change Your Marriage
Many couples want to improve their marriage, but they don’t know where to start. Jim Daly explains why one of the most important answers can be found at your local home improvement store. Support Family Ministry If you've lis...
Nov. 5, 2024
When Good Intentions Go Bad
Do you ever feel like the pieces of your life just aren’t falling into place? Jim Daly explains the difference between wanting good things to happen and taking action. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our ...
Nov. 4, 2024
A Million Drops of Water
Important moments in American history often involve people of power and influence. But history is often shaped by ordinary people. Jim Daly explains why that’s especially true when it comes to voting. Support Family Ministry ...
Nov. 1, 2024
Practical Ideas for Busy Moms
When you have toddlers, keeping a home neat and tidy can be overwhelming, but it can be tough knowing where to begin. Jim Daly shares practical ideas for days when just getting started seems too much to ask. Support Family Mi...
Oct. 31, 2024
Pain Blended Together
We all face suffering in life, and it’s never easy. How do we find peace? Jim Daly explains an important perspective that makes struggle bearable. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give...
Oct. 30, 2024
The Laundry Incident
You know your marriage is in a tough place when the laundry is enough to cause conflict. Jim Daly shares why, when an argument erupts, couples ought to fight for each other instead of against each other. Support Family Minist...
Oct. 29, 2024
Vote Your Values
It’s that time of year again. Political campaigns are heating up and election day is right around the corner. Are you ready to vote? Jim Daly explains why your one vote really does have power … but only if you use it. Support...
Oct. 28, 2024
Character like Chandler Bing
How important is integrity? Our need for it is woven so deeply into our humanity that we even demand it from imaginary characters on television where the consequences are make believe. Jim Daly explains. Support Family Minist...
Oct. 25, 2024
Perfect Children
We all hope our children become mature, successful adults. While that’s a worthy goal, Jim Daly explains why it’s possible to expect too much from our kids. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p...
Oct. 24, 2024
A Half Inch from History
On July 13, 2024, America was half an inch away from history. At any given moment, we’re a whisper away from disaster. Jim Daly explains why and answers the question, “How do we find peace in an unpredictable world?” Support ...
Oct. 23, 2024
Honesty and Respect
Like two sides of a coin, every strong marriage exhibits two qualities. Jim Daly shares what those two characteristics are and explains how they draw you closer together as a couple. Support Family Ministry If you've listened...
Oct. 22, 2024
Character Over Convenience
Without integrity, our choices are rooted in convenience. With integrity, our choices are rooted in character. Jim Daly explains why it’s best to do what’s right because it’s right, no matter what it costs us. Support Family ...
Oct. 21, 2024
Relationship and Influence
Guiding teenagers can be tough. Jim Daly shares why your influence will increase as your children grow older and more mature … if you keep your relationship with them open. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of...
Oct. 18, 2024
How to Create a “Certain” Marriage
Psychologist John Gottman says that he can predict with 94 percent certainty whether or not a marriage will be successful. Jim Daly shares an objective way for you to gauge your marriage’s health and to grow from it. Support ...
Oct. 17, 2024
An Angel on the Cliffs
To the rest of the world, Don Ritchie was an insurance salesman in Sydney, Australia. But to people without hope, a step away from eternity, Ritchie was an angel in their hour of need. Jim Daly shares his story. Support Famil...
Oct. 16, 2024
Showcase Your Wife
A famous Russian choreographer once said, “The ballet is woman.” Jim Daly explains how the interaction between a male and female ballet dancer can teach men to enjoy a deeper, more meaningful relationship with their wives. Su...
Oct. 15, 2024
When You Have It All
While a desire for “more” can inspire hard work and ambition, it won’t fill our souls. Jim Daly explains why true happiness isn’t found in abundance. It’s found in meaning and purpose. Support Family Ministry If you've listen...
Oct. 14, 2024
Ditch Digging
Have you ever used shock value to drive home an important life lesson to your child? Every parent probably has. But there’s a better way to motivate children. Jim Daly shares what it is. Support Family Ministry If you've list...
Oct. 11, 2024
Strength of Unconditional Love
The term “unconditional love” gets bandied about when people discuss what makes a marriage work well. But what does unconditional love look like in everyday life? Jim Daly shares a story that makes it crystal clear. Support F...
Oct. 10, 2024
Clergy Appreciation Month
October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Jim Daly offers practical ways for letting those who minister to you know how much you appreciate their faithful service and devotion to God … and you. Support Family Ministry If you've l...
Oct. 9, 2024
How Much Screen Time?
How much is too much when it comes to screen time for children? Jim Daly encourages parents with this truth: the ingredients a child needs to live well won’t come from a computer but from real experiences with real people. Su...
Oct. 8, 2024
Limitations into Opportunities
What holds you back in life? Time? Money? Confidence? Whatever it is, Jim Daly offers this advice: to move forward, find ways to turn your limitations into opportunities. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of o...