Episodes

July 27, 2026

You Need to Read On

Sheila Walsh recalls a moment where her mom kept encouraging her to read The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Finding Hope in the Promise of Heaven" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 26, 2026

What Was it Like for Them?

Erin Smalley encourages you to see conflict through your spouse’s eyes. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Turning Conflict into Connection in Your Marriage" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 22, 2026

Wise Trust vs. Blind Trust

Lysa Terkeurst reminds us that while love is unconditional, trust is not. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 21, 2026

A Black & Blue Mark

Debra Fileta explains how emotional wounds are indicators to rely on God for healing. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource " People Skills" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 20, 2026

God Stopped Me in My Tracks

Debra Fileta shares a life-changing perspective that helped cured her social anxiety. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource " People Skills" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 19, 2026

Swap Out the Serious

Tim Shoemaker encourages parents to not just stick with one activity for helping your kids understand who God is. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource " The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions, Volume 2" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 16, 2026

Alondra’s Story

Lisa Steven tells a powerful story of a woman whose story God redeemed. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource A Place to Belong Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 15, 2026

A Loving Authority

Jessica Smartt explains how to persevere through tough times with your kids. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Come on Home" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 14, 2026

Big Rocks of Families

Jessica Smartt shares some of the top priorities moms and dads need to focus on. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Come on Home" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 13, 2026

Disengaging a Fight in Marriage

Dr. Kevin Leman gives an example of how to phrase your words to avoid conflict with your spouse. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The Birth Order Book: Why You Are the Way You Are" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 10, 2026

Presence, Proximity & Permanence

Rebekah Lyons reminds couples that you need to be intentional about cultivating community. Listen to today's broadcast. Get today's featured resource, "The Fight For Us." Explore more episode resources. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 9, 2026

Difficult to Discuss

Rebekah Lyons addresses when you and your spouse need to address difficult topics in your relationship. Listen to today's broadcast. Get today's featured resource, "The Fight For Us." Explore more episode resources. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 8, 2026

Leading as a Man of God

Steve Farrar shares how it’s important to be a man of integrity who leads your family well. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Point Man and an audio download of "Being There For Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 7, 2026

Our Most Important Work

The late Dr. Steve Farrar explains how men sometimes get distracted from what’s truly important in life. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Point Man and an audio download of "Being There For Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 6, 2026

Can Still Lead With Grace

Pastor J.D. Greear explains why we need a balance of convictions and grace. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Everyday Revolutionary and an audio download of "How to Represent Christ in Today's Culture" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
July 2, 2026

Looking for Buried Treasure

In celebration of Independence Day, you can hear the Adventures in Odyssey drama, “The Day Independence Came.” Listen to the Full Program Bring God's Word to life for young readers with this beautiful children's Bible, packed with over 1,000 engaging elements and beloved characters from Adventures in Odyssey to help kids ages 6-12 read, understand, and apply Scripture every day. Receive a copy for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gi...
July 1, 2026

The American Worldview

Historian and professor Rod Gragg describes the worldview behind many of the Founding Fathers. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of By the Hand of Providence and an audio download of "Revolutionary Faith in the Birth of America" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 30, 2026

My Tone of Voice

Tori Benham shares how to pay attention to your tone of voice around your spouse. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Marriage A to Z and an audio download of "Simple Yet Profound Ways to Transform Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 29, 2026

A Hug When You’re at Odds

David Benham addresses how 20-seconds of hugging your spouse can improve your relationship immensely. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Marriage A to Z and an audio download of "Simple Yet Profound Ways to Transform Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 28, 2026

When Kids Think God is Distant

Dannah Gresh encourages parents to respond well when your kids sin against God. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of 8 Great Dates for Moms and Daughters and an audio download of "Cultivating a Strong Mother-Daughter Bond" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 25, 2026

Jesus’s Unanswered Prayer

Dr. Erwin Lutzer explains why God didn’t answer one of Jesus’s prayers. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers? A Biblical Guide to God’s Hidden Purposes and an audio download of "Trusting God When He Doesn't Answer Your Prayers" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 24, 2026

Treating Prayer Like an Oxygen Mask

Dr. Erwin Lutzer explains why Christians need to take prayer more seriously. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers? A Biblical Guide to God’s Hidden Purposes and an audio download of "Trusting God When He Doesn't Answer Your Prayers" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 23, 2026

3 Rules for Parenting

Relationship expert, Dr. John Townsend, discusses three rules to help you be a better parent. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 22, 2026

How a Kid Reacts to an Outburst

Dr. John Townsend reminds parents to not have an emotional outburst around your kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.