Episodes
June 10, 2026
Decide or Slide
Dannah Gresh shares how couples who are more intentional about romance tend to have higher satisfaction rates. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of And the Bride Wore White and an audio download of "The Good, Bad, and the Holy of Purity Culture" 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 9, 2026
Am I Enough?
During a difficult time in his ministry, the Lord asked Pastor John Burke a life-changing question. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Soul Revolution for your donation of any amount! and an audio download of "Staying Connected to God: A 60-Day Challenge" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 8, 2026
Love Must be Free
Getting people to love God can’t be forced upon them, as Pastor John Burke reminds us. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Soul Revolution for your donation of any amount! and an audio download of "Staying Connected to God: A 60-Day Challenge" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 7, 2026
Screen-Addicted Kids
Melanie Hempe explains why you need to be intentional to not raise screen-addicted kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Kids Brains and Screens and an audio download of "How to Free Your Child from Addictive Screen Habits" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 4, 2026
Moved Into Our Neighborhood
Jeff Dillon tells how he and his family made an intentional effort to meet others in their neighborhood. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Party in the Front and an audio download of "Building Community in Your Own Backyard" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 3, 2026
I Will Give You Rest
Ashley Durand encourages moms who feel extremely exhausted. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 2, 2026
You Don’t Feed Your Soul
Ashley Durand encourages moms to spend time with God, so they can have more energy to give to their kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
June 2, 2026
He Steps Into Our Story
Jason Johnson describes how we can step into others’ stories and help them as Jesus stepped into ours. Listen to the Full Program Every kid deserves something to call their own. This suitcase has three things inside: a Bible, a teddy bear, and a handwritten letter to remind a child in foster care how much he/she is loved. When you give, we'll say thanks with a copy of Reframing Foster Care and an audio download of "Foster Care: How Everyone Can Help." If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the ...
May 31, 2026
Enjoy Life Together
Ted Cunningham encourages you to choose to have fun with your spouse. Listen to the Full Program Receive Ted Cunningham's book Fun Loving You for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of this program! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 28, 2026
A Love That’s Not Dependent
Larry McCall tells a beautiful story of a man named Bob who loved his ailing wife well. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of A Seasoned Marriage and an audio download of "Maintaining a Thriving Marriage in Midlife and Beyond for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 27, 2026
Yes to the Family
Dr. Gary Chapman suggests discipline is crucial in saying no to certain things. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The DIY Guide to Building a Family That Lasts and an audio download of "Tips for Building a Healthy Family" 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.
May 26, 2026
This Same House
Dr. Shannon Warden explains the role of humility in change and in forgiveness. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The DIY Guide to Building a Family That Lasts and an audio download of "Tips for Building a Healthy Family" 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.
May 25, 2026
Like Decaf
Chad Williams describes finding true fulfillment and completeness in Christ. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of SEAL of God: The Path is Narrow but the Reward is Great plus a free audio download of “Quitting Isn’t An Option: My Life as a Navy Seal” for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 25, 2026
The Top of the Mountain
Chad Williams explains how he saw the downside of success as an aspiring Navy SEAL. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of SEAL of God: The Path is Narrow but the Reward is Great plus a free audio download of “Quitting Isn’t An Option: My Life as a Navy Seal” for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 21, 2026
Listeners I’ve Insulted
Featuring a sample of the Adventures in Odyssey drama “A Tongue of Fire.” Listen to the Full Program Exciting things are happening with Adventures in Odyssey, and you can be a part of it all! Your gift will help finish and launch the new Adventures in Odyssey animated film called Journey into the Impossible! Any support you give will be a big help in this seemingly impossible mission. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 20, 2026
Calling in the Military
Military wife Beth Runkle explains how she’s embraced her role in supporting her husband. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Another Move, God? 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife and an audio download of "Practical Advice for Transforming Your Military Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 19, 2026
I Know My Limits
To help us not overload our schedules, Debra Fileta reminds us to focus on doing what God has called us to do. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Raising Boys Who Respect Girls and an audio download of "Coaching Boys to Develop Healthy Respect for Girls" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 18, 2026
Symptoms of Burnout
Counselor Debra Fileta provides a few warning signs that indicate you’re heading toward burnout. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Raising Boys Who Respect Girls and an audio download of "Coaching Boys to Develop Healthy Respect for Girls" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 17, 2026
Jesus, a Respecter of Women
Ashley Willis talks about ways Jesus showed women great honor. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Raising Boys Who Respect Girls and an audio download of "Coaching Boys to Develop Healthy Respect for Girls" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 14, 2026
Awkward is Awesome
Greg Stier encourages people to embrace the awkward moments and share their faith anyway. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Dare 2 Share and an audio download of "Spread the Joy: Share the Gospel Today!" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 13, 2026
Going to Show You Compassion
Sarah Zagorski encourages the pro-life and Christian communities to be compassionate towards those considering abortion. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Choose Life and an audio download of "From Abortion Survivor to Pro‑Life Advocate: A Redemption Story" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 12, 2026
Introduced In Their House
Sarah Zagorski remembers how her adoptive parents introduced her to Jesus Christ. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Choose Life and an audio download of "From Abortion Survivor to Pro‑Life Advocate: A Redemption Story" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.
May 11, 2026
Our Lions & Bears
Melanie Shankle shares how to trust God when your kids go through challenges. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of The Lion and the Bear and an audio download of "Helping Your Child Approach Anxiety, Bullying, and Identity" 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.
May 10, 2026
Love Covering Offenses
Pastor Doug Fields encourages married couples to deal with problems while they’re still small. Listen to the Full Program Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Dr. Greg Smalley, Shaunti Feldhahn, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, Dr. Ken Wilgus, Doug Fields, Patricia Ashley, and Jay Payleitner! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.