Focus on the Family Commentary

In more ways than you and I realize, our children follow our footsteps. They learn how to live their lives by watching how we live ours. Jim Daly explains why what we do matters much more than what we say. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Spending time with family who see the world differently than you can be stressful. Jim Daly shares ideas for filling the holidays with joy and peace instead of frustration and conflict. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ladies, are you looking for a little romance in your marriage? If you’d love for your husband to sweep you off your feet, Jim Daly shares a simple idea that will help your husband hit the mark a little more often. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Christmas season may not slow down, but you can. Jim Daly shares how to take a break from the holiday’s usual hustle and bustle and devote yourself to what Christmas is really all about. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The Christmas season may not slow down, but you can. Jim Daly shares how to take a break from the holiday’s usual hustle and bustle and devote yourself to what Christmas is really all about. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you ready to take on the ultimate holiday movie challenge? Jim Daly shares what to do and, best of all, why it will bring you together as a family. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares the story of Ray Lambert, who survived the D-Day invasion in 1944 and spent the rest of his life demonstrating the power of a life rooted in faith, freedom, and humility. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A lot of things in daily life require a serious approach. Jim Daly says, whenever possible – especially during the holidays – give yourself a break ... and laugh. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. You and your spouse. What do these duos have in common? Jim Daly shares why, when two people share the same vision, they can change the world. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Before America was founded, the Pilgrims expressed gratitude to God for His many blessings … even when life was hard. Jim Daly explains why Thanksgiving is not something you feel; it’s something you do. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If your child struggles to learn, it may be that information isn’t presented in a way that he or she can understand. Jim Daly helps you discover the right learning approach for your child. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If your husband believes that men should be all strength and no heart, it may be because he doesn’t know how to put his feelings into words. Jim Daly offers a practical tip for helping your husband to open up. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A lot of people ask, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” Jim Daly explains why atheism doesn’t solve the problem of suffering. It makes it worse. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many parents report how difficult it is to balance their responsibilities at work and at home. Jim Daly explains how to recognize that the opportunity to engage with your children is often right in front of you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The small things couples bicker about may seem harmless, but they can put a marriage at big risk. Jim Daly explains why there’s no such thing as small problems in marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If your childhood role models hurt you, you may be having a tough time forgiving them. Jim Daly explains how to break the chains of resentment that hold you down and create a new legacy for you and your family. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Thanksgiving can bring families together – sometimes even complete strangers. Jim Daly shares a Thanksgiving story that shows why kindness is sometimes all it takes to turn a complete stranger into a friend. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

American culture is a mishmash of competing worldviews. The question is, how do we overcome our philosophical differences enough to coexist? Jim Daly offers answers. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many parents believe their child’s decisions are always a direct result of how well they’ve done as a mom or dad. Jim Daly explains why parenting often boils down to how children see life and the decisions they choose to make. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sooner or later, all of us need help. Jim Daly shares why we need the courage to admit that we need help and the courage to reach out for it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Builders dedicate significant time and effort to elements of a house that no one will ever see. Jim Daly shares how focusing on strength and longevity not only transforms a house, it transforms the marriage within it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

“Failing forward” is a term motivational speakers use to talk about turning mistakes into success. Jim Daly explains how parents can help their children learn to embrace failure rather than fear it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We all have bad circumstances from our past to overcome. Jim Daly explains why your future you is counting on the present you to create the life you’re hoping for. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many couples want to improve their marriage, but they don’t know where to start. Jim Daly explains why one of the most important answers can be found at your local home improvement store. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do you ever feel like the pieces of your life just aren’t falling into place? Jim Daly explains the difference between wanting good things to happen and taking action. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Important moments in American history often involve people of power and influence. But history is often shaped by ordinary people. Jim Daly explains why that’s especially true when it comes to voting. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When you have toddlers, keeping a home neat and tidy can be overwhelming, but it can be tough knowing where to begin. Jim Daly shares practical ideas for days when just getting started seems too much to ask. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We all face suffering in life, and it’s never easy. How do we find peace? Jim Daly explains an important perspective that makes struggle bearable. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You know your marriage is in a tough place when the laundry is enough to cause conflict. Jim Daly shares why, when an argument erupts, couples ought to fight for each other instead of against each other. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It’s that time of year again. Political campaigns are heating up and election day is right around the corner. Are you ready to vote? Jim Daly explains why your one vote really does have power … but only if you use it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How important is integrity? Our need for it is woven so deeply into our humanity that we even demand it from imaginary characters on television where the consequences are make believe. Jim Daly explains. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We all hope our children become mature, successful adults. While that’s a worthy goal, Jim Daly explains why it’s possible to expect too much from our kids. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

On July 13, 2024, America was half an inch away from history. At any given moment, we’re a whisper away from disaster. Jim Daly explains why and answers the question, “How do we find peace in an unpredictable world?” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Like two sides of a coin, every strong marriage exhibits two qualities. Jim Daly shares what those two characteristics are and explains how they draw you closer together as a couple. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Without integrity, our choices are rooted in convenience. With integrity, our choices are rooted in character. Jim Daly explains why it’s best to do what’s right because it’s right, no matter what it costs us. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Guiding teenagers can be tough. Jim Daly shares why your influence will increase as your children grow older and more mature … if you keep your relationship with them open. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Psychologist John Gottman says that he can predict with 94 percent certainty whether or not a marriage will be successful. Jim Daly shares an objective way for you to gauge your marriage’s health and to grow from it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

To the rest of the world, Don Ritchie was an insurance salesman in Sydney, Australia. But to people without hope, a step away from eternity, Ritchie was an angel in their hour of need. Jim Daly shares his story. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

A famous Russian choreographer once said, “The ballet is woman.” Jim Daly explains how the interaction between a male and female ballet dancer can teach men to enjoy a deeper, more meaningful relationship with their wives. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

While a desire for “more” can inspire hard work and ambition, it won’t fill our souls. Jim Daly explains why true happiness isn’t found in abundance. It’s found in meaning and purpose. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever used shock value to drive home an important life lesson to your child? Every parent probably has. But there’s a better way to motivate children. Jim Daly shares what it is. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The term “unconditional love” gets bandied about when people discuss what makes a marriage work well. But what does unconditional love look like in everyday life? Jim Daly shares a story that makes it crystal clear. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Jim Daly offers practical ways for letting those who minister to you know how much you appreciate their faithful service and devotion to God … and you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How much is too much when it comes to screen time for children? Jim Daly encourages parents with this truth: the ingredients a child needs to live well won’t come from a computer but from real experiences with real people. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What holds you back in life? Time? Money? Confidence? Whatever it is, Jim Daly offers this advice: to move forward, find ways to turn your limitations into opportunities. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do you have entitled teenagers? A child who feels “I deserve it” can really cause problems in a household. Jim Daly shares helpful tips for teaching your child contentment and gratitude. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What can a set of x-rays and a gorilla teach you about building a healthy marriage? Jim Daly shares the answer. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Today is Bring Your Bible Day. If you’re a person of faith, consider participating. Even if you’re not, consider supporting it. Jim Daly explains why Bring Your Bible Day is ultimately a celebration of freedom. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Is free speech for everyone? Or only a privileged few? For society to move forward with our freedom intact, Jim Daly says we must protect each other’s right to free speech, not restrict it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most childhood memories are rooted in experiences, not words. We remember what happens more than what people say. To raise kids with character, Jim Daly says find ways for them to experience truth rather than just hear it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.