Focus on the Family Commentary

Focus on the Family Commentary

In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.

Recent Episodes

A Handshake Is a Handshake
May 18, 2026

A Handshake Is a Handshake

When we have integrity, our behavior matches our values. Jim Daly shares the story of two friends who prove why it’s valuable to do what’s right, not because it’s easy, but because it’s the right thing to do. Support Family M...
What’s It For?
May 17, 2026

What’s It For?

G.K. Chesterton said, “Every high civilization decays by forgetting obvious things.” Jim Daly reminds us of some obvious – and crucially important – ideas that society has forgotten about marriage. Support Family Ministry If ...
You're Good Enough
May 14, 2026

You're Good Enough

Self-confidence is crucial to a child’s well-being. Believing that they’ve got what it takes is something children learn from parents. Jim Daly shares how parents can literally speak confidence into their children’s lives. Su...
Tell Me Who I Am
May 13, 2026

Tell Me Who I Am

Is honesty really the best policy, even when it opens the door to suffering and pain? Jim Daly explains why the truth may sting, but it offers us our greatest – and often only – chance to find healing, peace, and purpose. Sup...
Look Underneath
May 12, 2026

Look Underneath

How should you respond if your child looks you in the eye and says, “No. I won’t do what you tell me to do”? Jim Daly explains why it’s wise to understand the motive beneath your child’s behavior before taking action. Support...
When You're Up to Your Eyeballs
May 11, 2026

When You're Up to Your Eyeballs

In one national survey, a majority of couples admitted to arguing about their wedding plans. Jim Daly offers tips for investing as much into your marriage as you do the wedding ceremony. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed...
Character of a Champion
May 10, 2026

Character of a Champion

Anyone with talent can be a winner, but it takes character to be a champion. Jim Daly explains why character reflects who we are even when we don’t achieve our goals Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus o...
Mother’s Day Memories
May 7, 2026

Mother’s Day Memories

This Sunday is one of the most meaningful holidays on the calendar: Mother’s Day. Whether your mother is living or has already passed away, you can honor her life. Jim Daly shares how. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed l...
National Day of Prayer
May 6, 2026

National Day of Prayer

Today is the National Day of Prayer. Jim Daly shares about the history of this national observance and where to find organized events in your community. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family ...
Choose to Stay
May 5, 2026

Choose to Stay

Jim Daly shares why, no matter what you’re going through in life, the greatest choice you’ll ever make as a parent is the choice to stay and be a loving, steady presence in your child’s life. Support Family Ministry If you en...

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