Focus on the Family Weekend

Focus on the Family Weekend

In less than an hour, catch up on the “best-of” Christian parenting and marriage insights from Focus on the Family. The Weekend bundles the highlights from five shows into a weekly segment you can listen to at home or on the go. Join hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller for the encouragement and resources your family needs to thrive together in Christ.

Recent Episodes

Sept. 25, 2026

How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control

Lysa TerKerust discusses her newest book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and Wanting to Figure It All Out. Making Peace with What I Can't Control Heal From the Wounds of Broken Trust Don't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a Counselor Guiding Your Teen Into Adulthood Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?
Sept. 18, 2026

What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child

Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting, keeping the welcome mat out and the opinions to a minimum. On this two-day broadcast, you’ll learn about topics like healthy boundaries, estrangement, and reconciliation with your wayward adult child. When Your Adult Child Strays
Sept. 11, 2026

Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School/How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family

The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age! Then, every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of
Sept. 4, 2026

Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain

Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we think about—especially gratitude, truth, and hope—we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions, behaviors, and even future generations. Drawing from personal tragedy, including the loss of his son, Dr. Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma, anxiety, a
Aug. 28, 2026

Identifying Negative Strangleholds in Your Relationships /Essential Skills for Navigating Tough Conversations with Teens

Defining the biblical term "shalom" as "breaking the hold of chaos," Dave and Ashley Willis describe how you can cultivate shalom in your home as well as in your relationships – particularly by breaking "strangleholds" caused by people who are overly needy. Our guests also discuss the pursuit of shalom in marriage through the careful and deliberate management of conflict. Also, parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face—from broken trust to fr
Aug. 21, 2026

Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential with the 8 Types of Intelligence

What if your child’s biggest challenge is actually their greatest strength? Dr. Kathy Koch explores life-changing insights from her book 8 Great Smarts, revealing how every child is uniquely wired with different kinds of intelligence – from the nonstop talker to the deep thinker, the music-maker to the curious questioner. Learn how to recognize your child’s natural strengths, nurture what makes them come alive, and stop unintentionally paralyzing their "smarts." 8 Great Smarts 7 Traits of Effect
Aug. 14, 2026

Fortifying Your Marriage for the Storms of Life

Based on his book Making Your Marriage a Fortress, Gary Thomas helps couples anticipate and weather the inevitable storms of life. He says that they can grow closer to each other and God through these experiences. He provides encouragement and hope for couples who are currently struggling, as well as offering a preparatory warning to couples who haven’t yet faced a crisis and need to know that such crises are inevitable. Making Your Marriage a Fortress Hope Restored Don’t Let the Storms of Life
Aug. 7, 2026

Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights on relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Boundaries with Kids Age and Stage eNewsletters Speak to a counselor For more great parenting content, check out our Practice Makes
July 31, 2026

How to Change Your Perspective on Life /How to Represent Christ in Today's Culture

British evangelist J.John brings encouragement for anyone who needs to change their perspective on their circumstances. He suggests that we try to see things from God’s perspective by looking up, looking in, looking back, looking around, and looking ahead. Then Pastor J. D. Greear shares practical insights and real-life stories to help believers reach our broken culture with the love of Christ. Hear his encouragement to meet people where they are, live as authentic examples of Jesus in everyday
July 24, 2026

Tiny Habits Can Build a Stronger Family

What’s the secret to a strong family? Author and mom Jessica Smartt says it’s not perfection – it’s connection. Drawing from her book Come On Home, Jessica shares powerful and practical ways to build a lasting family legacy, navigate technology with wisdom, and create meaningful memories as a family. You’ll be encouraged to create a home where your kids feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. Because as Jessica reminds us, “Your family doesn’t have to be perfect to be strong.” Come on Home Age and St

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