Focus on the Family Commentary

Most women feel emotions deeply. Most guys don’t. That can cause disconnection between a husband and his wife. Jim Daly offers tips to help guys connect with their wives at a deeper level. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Is freedom found in the absence of rules and discipline, or in submitting to rules and discipline? Jim Daly explains how we discover freedom through submission. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Teenagers and parents are often so busy they pass through each other’s lives like ships in the night. Find out how to connect with your teen, even when life gets crazy. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Even small moments can connect a family together. Jim Daly shares the story of one family who are connected by a series of events as unlikely as a lightning strike. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Today is the National Day of Prayer. Jim Daly explains why prayer gives us courage and hope in times of fear and uncertainty. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You don’t have to be married for long to know that sleeping in the same bed can be tough. Jim Daly explains just a few of the many benefits of couples sleeping together. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Isn’t it strange that in a nation nicknamed the “land of opportunity” so many struggle to find happiness? Jim Daly explains why the problem is that our society is driven by envy rather than gratitude. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What should you do when you’ve raised your children and they see the world differently than you do? Jim Daly shares how to let go of your children and give them space to find their own way through life. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In many ways, being a parent is the most natural thing in the world. But there’s a lot to learn as well. Jim Daly offers helpful pointers for understanding how and when to discipline your child. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

According to the National Center for Health, 27% of people suffer from some form of anxiety disorder. Jim Daly offers tips for what to do when you feel anxious. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What do you do when the storms of life hit? Do you give yourself time to grieve? Or do you feel pressured to “get on with life”? Jim Daly shares helpful ideas for dealing with heartache. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Life is all about learning from our mistakes. A better tomorrow is created by living as we should today. Jim Daly explains why the best way forward is understanding the past because history is always the best teacher. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Young people these days wonder if they should get married. After all, a lot of things can go wrong. Jim Daly explains why, despite the risks, young people should get married anyway. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We don’t discover how strong we are until our strength is tested. Jim Daly shares a good reason for not giving up hope when your struggles seem too big to overcome. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There’s an old saying that “laughter is good for the soul.” Jim Daly explains why it’s good for the soul of your marriage as well. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How much sleep do you need to thrive as a parent or a spouse? If your answer is, “more than I’m getting,” Jim Daly shares ideas for avoiding fatigue, irritability, and daytime drowsiness. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Has your child ever begged your permission to take part in a sport or other activity, then wants to quit after only a short time? Jim Daly offers suggestions for allowing them to give up or insisting that they finish. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Would you forgive someone who ruined your life? Jim Daly shares a story that illustrates why forgiveness is an operation for your soul that releases you to new life. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Our need for community is wired into our souls. Jim Daly explains why connecting with other people isn’t a mundane activity. It’s transcendent. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many moms and dads think they’re done parenting once their kids move out. That’s not always the case. Jim Daly explains how the empty nest years offer some of your greatest opportunities for influence – if you’re prepared. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Comedian Rich Hall did a routine back in the 80’s called Sniglets, defined as any word that should be in the dictionary but isn’t. Jim Daly shares a Sniglet that will help you navigate the uncertainties of life with faith and confidence. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many women dream about their wedding from the time they’re little girls. Jim Daly shares what to do if your special day becomes a “Honeymoon Horror Story.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If there’s a secret to marriage, it’s this: Love doesn’t demand its own way. It denies itself and focuses on the needs of others. But that’s not always easy to do. Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates what love is all about. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many women dream about their wedding from the time they’re little girls. Jim Daly shares what to do if your special day becomes a “Honeymoon Horror Story.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do we live in the shadow of absolute loss and still enjoy a happy, fulfilled life? Jim Daly explains why not fearing death is rooted in not being afraid to live. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How does the image of a circus performer standing atop two horses illustrate passing on values to your children? Jim Daly explains why it’s important for parents to share a similar worldview. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Some people say, “You shouldn’t argue with your spouse.” Hear why Jim Daly says, “The key is disagreeing in ways that move your relationship forward.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Years ago on this day, Burger King promoted their “left-handed Whopper.” Also on this day in the 1990s, Richard Nixon announced a run for the presidency. Jim Daly explains why off-the-wall events happen on this day, and how similar thinking can improve your marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Choosing when to have kids is a very personal decision, and couples wait for a lot of reasons. Jim Daly explains why waiting for the perfect time to have children may not be the best idea. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The next time you feel lost or underappreciated, remember that you are created in God’s image. Jim Daly shares why no matter who you are, no matter what you’ve done, God loves you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When life seems to be crashing in on us, one of the worst things we can do is try to handle it on our own. Jim Daly explains why we need the support of a trusted community when times get tough. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

One of the best ways to build a healthy marriage is to talk about your relationship. Jim Daly shares how to connect at a deeper level by remembering the acrostic CORE, which stands for commitment, openness, repentance, and empathy. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes what you say and what other people hear can be two very different things. Jim Daly explains why, whether you’re the one speaking or the one listening, effective communication is a two-way street. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you busy? Hard work is important, but Jim Daly offers an important word of caution: Don’t lose focus on the little things in life. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Some say life has no meaning until we give it one. Jim Daly explains why every one of us has immeasurable worth. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are your job, your marriage, and your responsibilities as a parent pulling you in too many directions? Jim Daly offers helpful advice for finding balance when life gets hectic. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many parents feel heartache because a child has lost their way. Jim Daly shares a few things to remember if your heart is breaking over a broken relationship with a child. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How soon is too soon to get married after a divorce? Jim Daly shares helpful ideas for dramatically increasing the chances that your next relationship will thrive. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares the top five marriage secrets of couples whose marriages have stood the test of time. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Integrity is a paradox. It’s subtle, but it’s also profound. Jim Daly shares why integrity is essential to our well-being as individuals and communities. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you’re feeling discouraged with life, research shows your problem may be what you’re not seeing on social media. Jim Daly shares how to engage with social media while remembering that things aren’t always what they seem. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If your marriage has seen better days, don’t ignore your trouble. Jim Daly shares why now is the best time for a marriage checkup. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you “making moments” with your children? Jim Daly explains why investing in your kids’ lives now could pay off down the road as well. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Are you where you’d thought you’d be at this point in your life? If not, take heart. Jim Daly explains why, no matter your age, the best may be yet to come. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Conflict in marriage can be painful, but handled well, it can also have a bright side. Jim Daly explains why learning to disagree well creates an opportunity for couples to create a better relationship. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

“Social distancing” made it easy to forget the importance of face-to-face interaction with other human beings. Jim Daly explains why people who enjoy meaningful relationships are healthier and happier than those who don’t. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Has darkness swallowed up some part of your life? Jim Daly offers three suggestions that will help the light of hope return. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes parents think household rules are a foolproof way to transform unruly children into mature young people. But that’s not always the case. Jim Daly shares why and explains what to do about it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Forgiveness isn’t easy. Or fair. Nevertheless, it’s our only hope for leaving the pain of our past behind and moving forward. Jim Daly explains why we find healing not by hurting somebody else, but by making ourselves whole again. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.