Episodes
Oct. 4, 2026
A Visit to Calvary Chapel
A simple invitation to Calvary Chapel led to Joe Dallas hearing the gospel for the first time. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The Gay Gospel?" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Oct. 1, 2026
Building Up the Church
Pastor Gary Thomas talks about how we should be building up the church - Christ's body. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The Life You Were Reborn to Live" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 30, 2026
The Act of Obedience
Pastor Gary Thomas explains the importance of being obedient. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "The Life You Were Reborn to Live" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 29, 2026
Get Out of the List
Michelle Nietert encourages parents to not hold on to lists too rigidly. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Strong and Secure" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 28, 2026
When My Kids Know God
Michelle Nietert shares about the joy of seeing her daughter walk with God. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Strong and Secure" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 27, 2026
If She Never Reciprocates
Jim Ramos shares about a life-changing decision in his marriage. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Dialed In" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 24, 2026
God is With the Betrayed
Jodie Berndt provides encouragement to the couples facing hard times. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage BUNDLE" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 23, 2026
Caring for the Stranger You Married
Jodie Berndt provides a helpful perspective on why you and your spouse change over time in marriage. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage BUNDLE" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 22, 2026
Serving Foster Families
Lisa Qualls encourages you to reach out to foster parents through simple service. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Healing for Every Heart in Adoption" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 21, 2026
The Child Still Has to Struggle
Betsy Kylstra offers some encouragement to parents who’ve chosen adoption. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Healing for Every Heart in Adoption" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 20, 2026
Your Child Needs Faithful, Not Perfect
Juan Sanchez explains why your child doesn’t need a perfect parent. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Reaching Your Child’s Heart" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 17, 2026
Anything Between Me & Jesus
Evangelist J. John explains how we need to remove any barriers between us and Jesus. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Jesus Christ – The Truthl" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 16, 2026
Able to Express Grief
Counselor Geremy Keeton offers some constructive thoughts on processing grief. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Hole in My Family Portraitl" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 15, 2026
Releasing a Child to God
Lysa TerKeurst describes how you can trust the Lord with one of your kids. Listen to today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Making Peace with What I Can't Control" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 14, 2026
A Lesson from Judas
Lysa TerKeurst shares a sobering lesson from Judas in the Bible. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Making Peace with What I Can't Control" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 13, 2026
Content Newlyweds
Michelle Lentz encourages newlyweds to enjoy time with their spouse. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Hey Beginner Wife" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 10, 2026
Darin’s 9/11 Moment
9/11 survivor Darin Kinder tells about rescuing people from the rubble of collapsed buildings. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Bury Me in a Dirty Suit" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 9, 2026
3 Rules for Parenting
Relationship expert, Dr. John Townsend, discusses three rules to help you be a better parent. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Boundaries with Kids" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 8, 2026
How a Kid Reacts to an Outburst
Dr. John Townsend reminds parents to not have an emotional outburst around your kids. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Boundaries with Kids" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 7, 2026
The Work of Marriage
Marriage expert Bill Farrel gives some tips on the basic needs every couple has for making their relationship work Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource Marriage Meet Ups BUNDLE Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 6, 2026
The Verse Popped in My Head
Michelle Ablard discusses a pivotal moment in her journey as a foster parent. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Faith Builds a Family" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 3, 2026
The Emotions That Are Deeper
Eliza Huie shares how to look beneath the surface of your child’s emotions and learn what’s really going on. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Count Yourself Calm" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 2, 2026
Who Do You Want to Become?
Kathi Lipp reminds us that the person we become is more important than the goals we achieve. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Overwhelmed" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
Sept. 1, 2026
A Magic Key
Kathi Lipp shares how she and her husband have learned to share responsibilities and become better teammates. Listen today's broadcast Get today's featured resource "Overwhelmed" Explore more episode resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.