Focus on the Family Commentary
In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.
In-Laws and Outlaws
It can be hard to get along with people living under our own roof, especially when in-laws are brought into the mix. Jim Daly shares how to love your relatives even when you don’t see eye to eye..
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What’s Your Goliath?
The story of David and Goliath has motivated people toward greatness for centuries. Jim Daly shares how this biblical story teaches that what matters most is not the size of our challenges but the depth of our dedication.
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Good Grades or Kindness?
What is your top priority for your kids – good grades or good character? Jim Daly shares how to encourage your children toward maturity and kindness as well as academic achievement.
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Healing After a Miscarriage
What can you do to find healing for yourself and for your marriage when you suffer the devastation of a miscarriage? Jim Daly shares practical answers.
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Value That’s Out of This World
Did you know that it’s possible for a single dollar bill to be worth hundreds of dollars beyond its face value? Jim Daly explains why that truth proves every human being is worth immeasurably more than they seem on the surface.
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An Expert in Her
Guys, if someone asked you to talk about your wife, how long would you be able to speak? Jim Daly shares why your struggle to say something meaningful could indicate you need to discover more about her.
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Dare to Be Bored
Most of us do everything we can to avoid boredom, but in the process, we thwart our own happiness. Jim Daly shares research that demonstrates why we need to be bored to be happy.
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Cheer Him On
Wives think they’re helping their husbands when they point out their flaws. In reality, they’re pushing them away. Jim Daly shares why if you want to draw your husband closer and influence him to change, you should cheer him on.
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Children and Politics
Negative political ads target adults, but children are often exposed as well. Jim Daly shares how to introduce your children to the political process in a way that makes them stronger, wiser, and more grateful for their country.
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Imperfection Embraced by Love
Is a child with Down Syndrome a curse? Or a blessed opportunity? Jim Daly shares a truth so obvious that even a rock star understands it: human dignity isn’t found in our perfection … but in our imperfection.
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Our Most Valuable Inheritance
When your journey through life is over, what will you leave behind for your family? Jim Daly explains why our investments today become our inheritance tomorrow, including faith, wisdom, and love.
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Helping Kids Overcome Rejection
Although you can’t prevent your children from rejection, Jim Daly shares how to teach them to deal with their pain in ways that build their character and deepen their sense of self.
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Making the Most of Your Mid-Summer Vacation
It’s at about this point in summer when children and parents alike start running out of things to do. Jim Daly offers practical tips for helping your family finish its summer vacation well.
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Only Love
Only innovation fueled by love elevates others and creates a better society. Jim Daly explains how anything can become a weapon without selflessness and grace for others.
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Wifestyles
Many wives have no support outside of the home when times are tough inside the home. Jim Daly explains how a woman’s WIFEstyle can create a happier, healthier marriage.
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Intentional Dating
Some people date because they want to hang out and have fun. But to find a relationship that lasts, Jim Daly shares how to date with purpose.
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"I Love to Watch You Play"
If your children compete in sports, do you know the best way to handle their disappointment? Jim Daly shares one sentence you can say that will turn your child’s attitude around.
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Independence Day
Most of our Founding Fathers were people of deep faith. Jim Daly explains why Independence Day is more than a celebration of triumph over tyranny. It’s also a celebration of deep conviction.
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A Child's Social World
Earning a driver’s license was once a time-honored tradition, but it’s become less important among today’s teenagers. Jim Daly explains the negative impact this cultural shift has on your teenager’s ability to develop healthy relationships.
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The Billy Graham Rule
The secret to a good marriage is love and romance. But so are good boundaries. Jim Daly explains the “Billy Graham Rule,” which fosters trust, deepens intimacy, and protects a marriage before it’s ever in danger.
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In-Laws Photobomb
Marrying into a family immerses you into a group of people who see the world differently than you do, which can lead to conflict. Jim Daly explains how to offer your in-laws grace and build a bridge instead of building walls.
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Why Marriage Matters
According to a mountain of data from a diverse group of experts, the institution of marriage matters. Jim Daly explains how research clearly confirms what we know intuitively: that marriage is good for society.
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Would You Save a Murderer?
It was Jesus who said, “Love your enemies.” But how exactly do we do that? Jim Daly shares why love often shines brightest when the circumstances surrounding it are darkest.
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Parent with Vision
Children often struggle to find their identities. Jim Daly explains why effective parenting is all about having vision for who your children are and for who they can become.
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Bullying
Bullying is pervasive in public schools. Children facing this situation need to know that mom and dad are on their side. Jim Daly shares four ways parents can support their kids when they’re being bullied.
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When Marriage Doesn't Go as Planned
Weddings don’t always go as planned. Neither do marriages. Even the best relationships face obstacles. Jim Daly shares how successful couples keep their relationship a top priority even when life doesn’t go as planned.
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We Can Overcome
If your struggles seem too big to overcome, don’t give up hope. Jim Daly explains why you can accomplish more than you think if you have a deep enough reason why.
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Juneteenth
Juneteenth memorializes the end of slavery in America. Jim Daly explains why, although our nation will never be perfect, our country is worthy of praise because it stumbles forward, toward our highest principles.
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Overcoming Father's Day
Father’s Day is important because it focuses our attention on fatherhood, one of the most important roles in society. If Father’s Day isn’t joyful for you, Jim Daly shares how to overcome your emotional struggle and find healing.
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Do Her Eyes Sparkle?
They say eyes are the window to the soul. Men, if that’s true, then what are your wife’s eyes telling you? Jim Daly explains why what you see in her eyes might very well depend on what she sees in yours.
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Assume Less, See More
When conflict happens in marriage, spouses assume they know exactly what happened and why. Jim Daly explains why two factors help a couple overcome conflict: one is the facts; the second is their interpretation of the facts.
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No Phone Zone
Children spell love T-I-M-E. Jim Daly shares a “no phone zone” idea that can help your family create deeper bonds with each other using time you already have available.
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Roughhousing Boys
When boys roughhouse, parents have a choice: overprotect them or allow them room to discover what they’re made of. Jim Daly offers advice for finding a good balance with high energy boys.
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Check Under the Hood
They say never judge a book by its cover. It’s true of people as well. Jim Daly shares the story of Daryl Davis, who is living proof that a person’s value isn’t always obvious on the surface.
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Let Them Persevere
Do you know an adult who has trouble sticking with jobs and relationships? Jim Daly explains why what you teach your children now will impact them in adulthood … for better or for worse.
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We the People
Are we doing our part as citizens to protect our republic? Are we living with the same courage our forefathers did? Jim Daly explains why the survival of American freedom depends on you and me protecting it.
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The Comfort Circle
Misunderstanding drives a lot of marital conflict. Jim Daly explains a way to resolve conflict that will help you understand why your spouse thinks and acts the way they do.
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Three Tips for a Better Marriage
Most couples don’t realize how simple it can be to make a good marriage great or to infuse a struggling marriage with new life. Jim Daly shares three simple ideas that will make your marriage better.
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Thriving in Adversity
Many people believe perfect conditions would enhance our ability to live successfully. But an experiment conducted in the 1980s proved that’s not true. Jim Daly shares why adversity is necessary for us to grow strong and to thrive.
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Raising Kids Who Don't Fear the World
National tragedy is hard to explain to young children. Jim Daly shares how to help your children not fear the world but respect its dangers.
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