Focus on the Family Minute

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Get the wisdom of an entire 30-minute Focus on the Family broadcast in just 60 seconds! Busy parents can find practical and trustworthy 'nuggets of truth' in these streamlined interviews with a Christian perspective. From potty-training your kids to communicating better in your marriage, you will get the inspiration you need to help your family thrive together in Christ.

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If a Child Comes Out
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Today at 6:00 AM

Rob Jackson has some helpful thoughts on if your child says they want to live an LGBT lifestyle.

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When Grace Meets Conviction

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Contempt is a Killer
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Yesterday at 6:00 AM

Dr. Dan Allender talks about how contempt is a killer of marriage.

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The Deep-Rooted Marriage

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Marriage is Difficult But Beautiful
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Last Tuesday at 6:00 AM

Dr. Dan Allender talks about how marriage is hard, but how no other relationship is as beautiful.

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The Deep-Rooted Marriage

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God's Truth Can Change the World
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Last Monday at 6:00 AM

Tim Goeglein shares a story about a man who thanked prison because he found Jesus while there.

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Fake ID

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Shifting Your Mindset
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Last Friday at 6:00 AM

Valorie Burton shares how she shifted from a negative to positive mindset.

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Rules of Resilience

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The Battle of Not Being Enough
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10/15/2026

Trisha Davis shares the importance of living in approval of God rather than approval of man.

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One Choice Away from Change

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Make Certain You're in the Faith
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10/14/2026

James Brown talks about the time he promised to serve the Lord if He revealed Himself to him.

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Sports & Faith Audio Collection

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Societal Issues and the Church
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10/13/2026

James Brown argues that churches should talk about societal issues because only God can help us with them.

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Sports & Faith Audio Collection

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Making Your Teen Aware of Dating Abuse
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10/12/2026

Dee Dee Said shares a story about a time her boyfriend in high school physically hurt her in front of his friends.

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Discussing Bullies with Your Kids
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10/09/2026

Julie Lowe shares how she covers the topic of bullies with her kids.

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The Task of Spiritual Formation
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10/08/2026

Dr. Larry Taylor shares how to find the right schools for your children.

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Match Your Parenting to Your Kids’ Needs . . . Now

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You Deserve Good Relationships
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10/07/2026

Debra Fileta describes how healthy relationships depend on one's identity with Christ

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A Visit to Calvary Chapel
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10/05/2026

A simple invitation to Calvary Chapel led to Joe Dallas hearing the gospel for the first time.

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Building Up the Church
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10/02/2026

Pastor Gary Thomas talks about how we should be building up the church - Christ's body.

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The Act of Obedience
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10/01/2026

Pastor Gary Thomas explains the importance of being obedient.

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Get Out of the List
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09/30/2026

Michelle Nietert encourages parents to not hold on to lists too rigidly.

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When My Kids Know God
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09/29/2026

Michelle Nietert shares about the joy of seeing her daughter walk with God.

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If She Never Reciprocates
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09/28/2026

Jim Ramos shares about a life-changing decision in his marriage.

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God is With the Betrayed
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09/25/2026

Jodie Berndt provides encouragement to the couples facing hard times.

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Caring for the Stranger You Married
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09/24/2026

Jodie Berndt provides a helpful perspective on why you and your spouse change over time in marriage.

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Serving Foster Families
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09/23/2026

Lisa Qualls encourages you to reach out to foster parents through simple service.

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The Child Still Has to Struggle
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09/22/2026

Betsy Kylstra offers some encouragement to parents who’ve chosen adoption.

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Your Child Needs Faithful, Not Perfect
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09/21/2026

Juan Sanchez explains why your child doesn’t need a perfect parent.

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Anything Between Me & Jesus
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09/18/2026

Evangelist J. John explains how we need to remove any barriers between us and Jesus.

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Able to Express Grief
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09/17/2026

Counselor Geremy Keeton offers some constructive thoughts on processing grief.

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Releasing a Child to God
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09/16/2026

Lysa TerKeurst describes how you can trust the Lord with one of your kids.

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A Lesson from Judas
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09/15/2026

Lysa TerKeurst shares a sobering lesson from Judas in the Bible.

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Content Newlyweds
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09/14/2026

Michelle Lentz encourages newlyweds to enjoy time with their spouse.

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Darin’s 9/11 Moment
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09/11/2026

9/11 survivor Darin Kinder tells about rescuing people from the rubble of collapsed buildings.

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3 Rules for Parenting
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09/10/2026

Relationship expert, Dr. John Townsend, discusses three rules to help you be a better parent.

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How a Kid Reacts to an Outburst
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09/09/2026

Dr. John Townsend reminds parents to not have an emotional outburst around your kids.

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The Work of Marriage
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09/08/2026

Marriage expert Bill Farrel gives some tips on the basic needs every couple has for making their relationship work

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The Verse Popped in My Head
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09/07/2026

Michelle Ablard discusses a pivotal moment in her journey as a foster parent.

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The Emotions That Are Deeper
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09/04/2026

Eliza Huie shares how to look beneath the surface of your child’s emotions and learn what’s really going on.

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Who Do You Want to Become?
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09/03/2026

Kathi Lipp reminds us that the person we become is more important than the goals we achieve.

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A Magic Key
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09/02/2026

Kathi Lipp shares how she and her husband have learned to share responsibilities and become better teammates.
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A Little Boy, Gabriel
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09/01/2026

Kori Pennypacker tells a powerful story of a young boy who became a Christian.
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God’s Plan for Men
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08/31/2026

The late Dr. Steve Farrar talks about how our culture needs more godly men.
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What the Bible Calls Success
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08/28/2026

Russ Crosson explains that success has nothing to do with money and everything to do with following God’s commands.
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Quality Time is Invaluable
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08/27/2026

Dr. Jim Burns shares a story that demonstrates the power of spending quality time with your children.
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