Episodes
April 25, 2024
Basics of Discipline
In many ways, being a parent is the most natural thing in the world. But there’s a lot to learn as well. Jim Daly offers helpful pointers for understanding how and when to discipline your child. Support Family Ministry If yo…
April 25, 2024
End Anxiety
According to the National Center for Health, 27% of people suffer from some form of anxiety disorder. Jim Daly offers tips for what to do when you feel anxious. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcas…
April 25, 2024
Seasons for Survival
What do you do when the storms of life hit? Do you give yourself time to grieve? Or do you feel pressured to “get on with life”? Jim Daly shares helpful ideas for dealing with heartache. Support Family Ministry If you've lis…
April 23, 2024
History Is the Best Teacher
Life is all about learning from our mistakes. A better tomorrow is created by living as we should today. Jim Daly explains why the best way forward is understanding the past because history is always the best teacher. Suppor…
April 23, 2024
Get Married Anyway
Young people these days wonder if they should get married. After all, a lot of things can go wrong. Jim Daly explains why, despite the risks, young people should get married anyway. Support Family Ministry If you've listened…
April 19, 2024
Capable of More
We don’t discover how strong we are until our strength is tested. Jim Daly shares a good reason for not giving up hope when your struggles seem too big to overcome. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our po…
April 18, 2024
Marriage with a Smile
There’s an old saying that “laughter is good for the soul.” Jim Daly explains why it’s good for the soul of your marriage as well. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedba…
April 17, 2024
Get Some Sleep
How much sleep do you need to thrive as a parent or a spouse? If your answer is, “more than I’m getting,” Jim Daly shares ideas for avoiding fatigue, irritability, and daytime drowsiness. Support Family Ministry If you've li…
April 16, 2024
To Quit or Not to Quit
Has your child ever begged your permission to take part in a sport or other activity, then wants to quit after only a short time? Jim Daly offers suggestions for allowing them to give up or insisting that they finish. Suppor…
April 16, 2024
Would You Save a Murderer?
It was Jesus who said, “Love your enemies.” But how exactly do we do that? Jim Daly shares why love often shines brightest when the circumstances surrounding it are darkest. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any …
April 12, 2024
Operation for the Soul
Would you forgive someone who ruined your life? Jim Daly shares a story that illustrates why forgiveness is an operation for your soul that releases you to new life. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our p…
April 11, 2024
A Community of Friends
Our need for community is wired into our souls. Jim Daly explains why connecting with other people isn’t a mundane activity. It’s transcendent. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give u…
April 10, 2024
Greatest Years of Influence
Many moms and dads think they’re done parenting once their kids move out. That’s not always the case. Jim Daly explains how the empty nest years offer some of your greatest opportunities for influence – if you’re prepared. S…
April 9, 2024
Sniglets
Comedian Rich Hall did a routine back in the 80’s called Sniglets, defined as any word that should be in the dictionary but isn’t. Jim Daly shares a Sniglet that will help you navigate the uncertainties of life with faith an…
April 8, 2024
Honeymoon Horror Stories
Many women dream about their wedding from the time they’re little girls. Jim Daly shares what to do if your special day becomes a “Honeymoon Horror Story.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p…
April 8, 2024
Love Doesn’t Demand
If there’s a secret to marriage, it’s this: Love doesn’t demand its own way. It denies itself and focuses on the needs of others. But that’s not always easy to do. Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates what love …
April 8, 2024
Honeymoon Horror Stories
Many women dream about their wedding from the time they’re little girls. Jim Daly shares what to do if your special day becomes a “Honeymoon Horror Story.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, p…
April 4, 2024
Are You Afraid to Live?
How do we live in the shadow of absolute loss and still enjoy a happy, fulfilled life? Jim Daly explains why not fearing death is rooted in not being afraid to live. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our p…
April 3, 2024
Kids Can’t Ride Two Horses
How does the image of a circus performer standing atop two horses illustrate passing on values to your children? Jim Daly explains why it’s important for parents to share a similar worldview. Support Family Ministry If you'v…
April 2, 2024
Fight It Out
Some people say, “You shouldn’t argue with your spouse.” Hear why Jim Daly says, “The key is disagreeing in ways that move your relationship forward.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please…
April 1, 2024
April Fool’s Day
Years ago on this day, Burger King promoted their “left-handed Whopper.” Also on this day in the 1990s, Richard Nixon announced a run for the presidency. Jim Daly explains why off-the-wall events happen on this day, and how …
March 29, 2024
When to Have Kids
Choosing when to have kids is a very personal decision, and couples wait for a lot of reasons. Jim Daly explains why waiting for the perfect time to have children may not be the best idea. Support Family Ministry If you've l…
March 28, 2024
God Loves You
The next time you feel lost or underappreciated, remember that you are created in God’s image. Jim Daly shares why no matter who you are, no matter what you’ve done, God loves you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened …
March 28, 2024
When Life Hits
When life seems to be crashing in on us, one of the worst things we can do is try to handle it on our own. Jim Daly explains why we need the support of a trusted community when times get tough. Support Family Ministry If you…