Episodes

Aug. 29, 2025

Not a Policeman, a Judge

Instead of letting your teenager manipulate you, Dr. Ken Wilgus gives a powerful reminder about who is really in charge in the home. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and the audio d...
Aug. 28, 2025

When Childhood Ends

Dr. Ken Wilgus explains at what age childhood should officially end for your kid. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and the audio download of the broadcast "Parenting Teens Toward Ad...
Aug. 27, 2025

The People I Needed Then

Trisha Davis shares about the people she needed during a rough season in her marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of One Choice Away from Change and an audio download of "Identifying Harmful Patterns to Heal Yo...
Aug. 26, 2025

The Marriage We Ultimately Want

Pastor Justin Davis shares about a time where he learned to adjust his expectations in marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of One Choice Away from Change and an audio download of "Identifying Harmful Patterns ...
Aug. 25, 2025

Gratitude and the Brain

Dr. Charles Stone explains how being thankful has a really good effect on your brain. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Stress Less and an audio download of "Healthy Habits for Reducing Stress and Anxiety" for your...
Aug. 22, 2025

What Dr. Dobson Meant to Me

A listener named Arlene shares the impact that Dr. James Dobson had on her life. Please visit the website to learn more about the founder. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your fee...
Aug. 22, 2025

Respect Differing Opinions

You and your spouse can and should learn to respect each other’s differing opinions, as Dr. Randy Schroeder explains. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of t...
Aug. 21, 2025

Quiet Connects

Dr. Randy Schroeder describes a lesson he learned from a couple who practiced something called, “quiet connects,” during a power outage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the ...
Aug. 20, 2025

Life Spent Making Pearls

Sheila Walsh shares an inspiring lesson on how her mother handled challenges. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Holding On When You Want to Let Go plus a free audio download of “From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Other...
Aug. 19, 2025

Such a Kindness in Her Eyes

Sheila Walsh shares about a time when she cried for the first time in years. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Holding On When You Want to Let Go plus a free audio download of “From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others...
Aug. 18, 2025

A Volleyball Accident

Leslie Nunnery shares how her daughter learned a powerful lesson after a volleyball accident. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Faith that Sticks and an audio download of "Supporting Your Preteen's Faith Journey" f...
Aug. 15, 2025

He Called Us to Three Things

Dr. Os Guinness encourages believers in Jesus to remember three things He taught us to do. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Renaissance and an audio download of "Reviving the Church to Change the World" for your d...
Aug. 14, 2025

Think Globally, Act Locally

Dr. Os Guinness reminds us that as Christians we’re called to pray for the world, while being faithful wherever God has us. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Renaissance and an audio download of "Reviving the Churc...
Aug. 13, 2025

Hey God, Am I Off?

Wendy Speake reminds moms to rely on God’s grace for whenever you feel shame. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Parenting Scripts and an audio download of "Say This, Not That: Smart Parenting Tips for Misbehavior" ...
Aug. 12, 2025

You’re Going to Get Dirty

Amber Lia and Wendy Speake offer parents practical suggestions for responding with patience and wisdom to their children's misbehavior. The discussion is based on our guests' recent book, Parenting Scripts: When What You're S...
Aug. 11, 2025

Wall of Deception

Pastor Gary Thomas shares about some of the insecurities men deal with in marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the Book A Lifelong Love plus a free audio download of “Four Secrets for a Closer Relationship” with extra...
Aug. 8, 2025

The Wounded Party Forgives

Matt Jacobson explains how it’s not easy to forgive your mate sometimes, but it’s what God calls us to do. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of the Loving Your Husband/Wife Well bundle and an audio download of "Learni...
Aug. 7, 2025

Prayer After an Argument

Lisa Jacobson tells a powerful story about seeing her husband pray after they got into an argument. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of the Loving Your Husband/Wife Well bundle and an audio download of "Learning to L...
Aug. 6, 2025

So Fragile in the Early Years

Professional counselor Eliza Huie goes over how to respond well if your child faces trauma. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Trauma Aware and an audio download of "Finding Hope and Healing from Trauma" for your do...
Aug. 5, 2025

Be Willing to Be Patient

Eliza Huie shares an encouraging perspective on how to help someone who’s been through a traumatic experience. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Trauma Aware and an audio download of "Finding Hope and Healing from ...
Aug. 4, 2025

Brothers Hug

Justin Earley shares how his sons resolved a conflict by hugging each other. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Big Mess plus a free audio download of "How Everyday Messes Can Teach Your Kids to Get Along" for yo...
Aug. 1, 2025

Turn Him into a Man of Courage

Dr. Jeff Myers talks about a time he encouraged his son, who was having trouble sleeping.
July 31, 2025

The Whole of What Life Can Be

Dr. Kathy Koch emphasizes why it’s important to encourage your child to be the boy or girl God made them to be. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Raising Gender Confident Kids plus a free audio download of "Helping ...
July 30, 2025

Teaching Kids About Money

Radio personality Dave Ramsey explains why it’s important to teach your kids about money Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of The Total Money Makeover OR Smart Money, Smart Kids for your donation of any amount! If you...