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From Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

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Episodes

Understanding God's Heart for Stepfamilies (Part 1 of 2) 2026-11-05
Stepfamily life comes with unique challenges – and Laura Petherbridge understands them firsthand as both a stepdaughter and a stepmom. She…
Maximizing the Happiness in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2) 2026-11-04
While writing her book The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages, Shaunti Feldhahn did a massive research study involving thousands of…
Maximizing the Happiness in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2) 2026-11-03
While writing her book The Surprising Secrets of Highly Happy Marriages, Shaunti Feldhahn did a massive research study involving thousands of…
How to Find and Fulfill God’s Special Purpose for Your Life 2026-11-02
What if the security, peace, and purpose you've been searching for don't come from your circumstances, accomplishments, or the approval of others?…
Simple Strategies to Build Financial Peace for Your Family 2026-10-30
With rising prices and an uncertain economy often in the news, it’s easy for families to feel stressed about money. In fact, after surveying…
Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-29
Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along…
Facing Farewell: Navigating Your Parent’s Terminal Illness (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-28
Jen Babakhan experienced the painful journey of navigating her mom’s terminal illness — and found God’s comfort and peace along…
Finding Encouragement in the Chaos of Family Life 2026-10-27
Cynthia Yanof shares humorous stories about the messy parts of parenting and daily life. Hear her insights into reframing messy experiences as…
Vice President JD Vance: Faith, Family, and Country 2026-10-26
Jim Daly sits down with Vice President JD Vance to discuss the importance of family, marriage, parenting, faith, life, and religious freedom in…
Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-23
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and…
Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-22
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and…
Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-21
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you…
Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-20
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you…
How to Practice Discernment with Artificial Intelligence 2026-10-19
Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond. Listen in for insights on discerning when to…
How to Develop a Resilient Mindset 2026-10-16
Resilience is a life skill we need for the inevitable struggles we will face in this life — but we must be intentional about learning this…
Knowing Our Weaknesses, Finding God’s Strength 2026-10-15
Trisha Davis explains how her tendency to be a rule-follower, and her husband’s tendency to be a rule-breaker, set them up for disaster when…
James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-14
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on…
James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-13
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on…
Exposing the Realities of Teen Dating Abuse 2026-10-12
Abuse and manipulation in teen relationships are devastating and sadly often happen without parents ever knowing. Identifying the warning signs and…
Teaching Your Children How to Face Bullies with Confidence 2026-10-09
Bullying can leave kids feeling isolated, anxious, and unsure of their worth—and parents often wonder if they’re responding the right…
Helping Your Children Thrive in Faith and Education 2026-10-08
Dr. Larry Taylor and Dr. Barry Corey help parents think biblically and practically about the growing challenges surrounding children’s…
Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-07
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the…
Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-06
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the…
Leaving Pro-Gay Theology for True Faith 2026-10-05
Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian,…
Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 2 of 2) 2026-10-02
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving,…
Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 1 of 2) 2026-10-01
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving,…
How to Support Your Teen's Mental Health (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-30
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult…
How to Support Your Teen's Mental Health (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-29
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult…
Man Enough to Love Well 2026-09-28
Jim and Shanna Ramos share their story of marriage revitalization after Jim decided to out-love and out-serve Shanna. Jim encourages men to step up…
Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-25
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for…
Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-24
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for…
Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-23
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those…
Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-22
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those…
Parenting Your Child’s Heart, Not Just Behavior 2026-09-21
The goal of parenting isn’t perfect behavior—it’s shaping your child’s heart! Juan and Jeanine Sanchez offer some tools to…
Bringing God’s Peace to a Chaotic World 2026-09-18
In this uplifting message, J.John uses the story of Lazarus to encourage us to remove any barriers between ourselves and God, and to respond to His…
Grieving the Loss of a Beloved Family Member 2026-09-17
Grief is a powerful and often overwhelming process that no one voluntarily wants to experience. But it’s a normal and inevitable part of life.…
How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-16
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa…
How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-15
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa…
Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife 2026-09-14
Michelle believes newlywed wives can benefit from her perspective of a “seasoned” wife on topics like being content in marriage vs.…
Serving and Surviving in New York on 9/11 2026-09-11
As a secret service agent, Darin Kinder was trained to handle emergencies. As a Christian, he was gifted with compassion for others. Hear his…
Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-10
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable…
Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-09
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable…
Strengthen Your Marriage with a Meet Up 2026-09-08
One of the greatest gifts you can give your spouse is regular time together. Bill and Pam Farrel’s weekly marriage meetings have helped them…
How Foster Care Brought Me My Miracle Family 2026-09-07
Michelle Ablard was content with her life as a schoolteacher, with 3 dogs and a mortgage. But then God nudged her into foster care, which began an…
Five Steps to Building Your Kids' Emotional Health 2026-09-04
Every child experiences big emotions. As a parent, you want to teach them what to do when those feelings come. Counselor Eliza Huie equips you with…
Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 2 of 2) 2026-09-03
By making a few practical changes, you can reduce stress in your life, quiet the chaos and restore your sanity. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory share…
Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2) 2026-09-02
By making a few practical changes, you can reduce stress in your life, quiet the chaos and restore your sanity. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory share…
Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School 2026-09-01
The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to…
Discovering Why God Made You 2026-08-31
The late Steve Farrar invites listeners to consider life not as an accident, but as a purposeful design rooted in God’s sovereign plan.…
How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family 2026-08-28
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…
What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-27
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…
What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-26
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…
Teaching Our Children What Makes America Great 2026-08-25
Tim Goeglein inspires parents to help their children gain appreciation for the history and civics in this great country that have made us the envy…
Transform Your Marriage by Understanding Your Love Style 2026-08-24
Every human is wired for emotional connection. And our earliest relationships with our parents, siblings, and others around us teach us when…
Teaching Your Children How to Engage the Culture 2026-08-21
Pop culture is everywhere—shaping the way your kids see the world and often teaching lessons that go against God’s Word. Dr. Holly Brand…
Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-19
Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our…
Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-19
Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our…
Strengthening Your Marriage While Caring for a Child with Special Needs 2026-08-18
Parenting special needs children (while bringing many blessings) can also feel like entering the ultimate survival challenge with your spouse.…
Essential Skills for Navigating Tough Conversations with Teens 2026-08-17
Parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face—from broken trust to friendships and dating.…
Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential with the 8 Types of Intelligence (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-14
What if your child’s biggest challenge is actually their greatest strength? Dr. Kathy Koch explores life-changing insights from her book 8…
Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential with the 8 Types of Intelligence (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-13
What if your child’s biggest challenge is actually their greatest strength? Dr. Kathy Koch explores life-changing insights from her book 8…
The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-12
During his more than 20 years as a homicide detective, J. Warner Wallace investigated several “no-body, missing person cases.” He…
The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-11
During his more than 20 years as a homicide detective, J. Warner Wallace investigated several “no-body, missing person cases.” He…
Identifying Negative Strangleholds in Your Relationships 2026-08-10
Dave and Ashley Willis explain the importance of having shalom in your home, and define the word shalom as “breaking the hold of chaos.”…
Fortifying Your Marriage for the Storms of Life (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-07
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…
Fortifying Your Marriage for the Storms of Life (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-06
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…
Understanding Your Middle Schooler (Part 2 of 2) 2026-08-05
Former teachers Sue Acuna and Cynthia Tobias explain the changes middle schoolers experience and their inner struggles. They’ll share advice…
Understanding Your Middle Schooler (Part 1 of 2) 2026-08-04
Former teachers Sue Acuna and Cynthia Tobias explain the changes middle schoolers experience and their inner struggles. They’ll share advice…
How to Live a Life that Inspires and Draws Others to Jesus 2026-08-03
As believers in Christ, we’re called to share our faith—but many of us struggle with how to do that. And yet, sharing what the Lord has…
Practical Advice for Helping Kids Through Life Changes 2026-07-31
As adults, we can navigate change pretty well, but younger kids are much more likely to struggle with it. As parents, we need to patiently listen to…
Finding Hope in the Promise of Heaven (Part 3 of 3) 2026-07-30
What will heaven be like? Does everyone go there? Grammy-nominated singer and beloved television host, Sheila Walsh, shares from her new book, The…
Finding Hope in the Promise of Heaven (Part 2 of 3) 2026-07-29
Jim Daly continues his conversation with television host Sheila Walsh, sharing from her new book, The Hope of Heaven: How the Promise of Heaven…
Finding Hope in the Promise of Heaven (Part 1 of 3) 2026-07-28
What will heaven be like? Does everyone go there? Grammy-nominated singer and beloved television host, Sheila Walsh, shares from her new book, The…
Turning Conflict into Connection in Your Marriage 2026-07-27
Dr. Greg Smalley and his wife Erin explain that 70% of marital conflict is about ongoing problems, like personality differences, that will never be…
When Trust is Hard: Overcoming Betrayal and Broken Relationships (Part 2 of 2) 2026-07-24
Connecting with another person is a unique and special blessing. And when you come to know that person and rely on them, you place trust in them. So…
When Trust is Hard: Overcoming Betrayal and Broken Relationships (Part 1 of 2) 2026-07-23
Connecting with another person is a unique and special blessing. And when you come to know that person and rely on them, you place trust in them. So…
Transform Your Relationships Through Better Communication (Part 2 of 2) 2026-07-22
People skills are essential for building meaningful relationships. Debra Fileta explores the different levels of communication that determine how we…
Transform Your Relationships Through Better Communication (Part 1 of 2) 2026-07-21
People skills are essential for building meaningful relationships. Debra Fileta explores the different levels of communication that determine how we…
More Unforgettable Faith Lessons to Do with Your Kids 2026-07-20
Most Christian parents want their children to grow up with a strong faith—but it can be hard to know how to nurture that faith in everyday…
One Teen Mom's Journey to Making a Difference 2026-07-17
Teen moms face tremendous challenges – from difficulties finding housing, education, and childcare to dysfunctional families and generational…