Focus on the Family Minute

Sheri Mueller describes a time where she didn’t abandon her husband during a difficult time in his life. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book I Want Him to Want Me and the audio download of the broadcast "Pursuing Intimacy with a Reluctant Husband" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Greta Eskridge reminds you that as a parent, you need to pull your teen into you, even if they push away. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Adventuring Together and the audio download of the broadcast "Giving Your Child a Love for Adventure" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Celebrate Independence Day with your family by listening to the exciting Adventures in Odyssey drama, The Midnight Ride. Listen to the Full Program The Adventures in Odyssey Club helps the whole family grow closer to Jesus and to each other. Club membership includes unlimited, on-demand, streaming access to nearly 1,000 Adventures in Odyssey episodes—plus daily devotions, fun videos, faith-building activities and more! Join today and give your kids a virtual home away from home. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Alistair Begg suggests that you should look past the outward appearance when considering a mate. Listen to the Full Program Receive Alistair Begg's book Lasting Love and the audio download of the broadcast "The Search for a Godly Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Pastor Alistair Begg imagines a scene in the pages of Genesis. Listen to the Full Program Receive Alistair Begg's book Lasting Love and the audio download of the broadcast "The Search for a Godly Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

To help your kids grow in their faith, Dr. John Marriott shares why prayer must be a fundamental part of your child’s spiritual growth. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Emotionally Healthy Marriage and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad " for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Bishop Martin calls upon Christians to not just say the right things, but do the right things, for the sake of kids in the Foster Care system. Encourage hurting children with a suitcase bundle today. Your donation will not only support our Wait No More Foster Care and Adoption program efforts, but you’ll also offer a waiting child something comforting that they can call their own! And when you give, we'll say thanks by sending you a book, "Small Town, Big Miracle." Donate here. Listen to the Full Program

Jody Zappia recalls how a pastor helped her see that love was more necessary than trust in her marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive Jody's book "The Marriage Knot" for your donation of any amount!

The late Dr. Steve Farrar encourages people to hold on to God, even when doing so feels dark. Listen to the Full Program Receive Steve's book "Gettin' There" for your donation of any amount!

The late Dr. Steve Farrar explains how God can use a setback to help get you back on track again. Listen to the Full Program Receive Steve's book "Gettin' There" for your donation of any amount!

Alli Worthington shares how being a parent has helped her better understand God’s love for us. Listen to the Full Program Receive Alli's book "Remaining You While Raising Them" for your donation of any amount!

Alli Worthington shares how fixating on social media can increase feelings of guilt for moms. Listen to the Full Program Receive Alli's book "Remaining You While Raising Them" for your donation of any amount!

Chonda Pierce tells how she used humor to cover up what was really going on inside, until God changed her life. Listen to the Full Program Receive Chonda's book "Life is Funny Until It Isn't" for your donation of any amount!

Dr. David Stoop recalls how praying with his wife kept them connected, even when it was hard to pray. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Emotionally Healthy Marriage and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad " for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. David Stoop suggests improving your communication by verbalizing your emotions. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Emotionally Healthy Marriage and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad " for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Former NFL player Benjamin Watson describes why it’s good for men to serve and meet the needs of their household. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The New Dad's Playbook and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Abby Johnson shares how her parents didn’t discuss taboo topics much when she was growing up Listen to the Full Program Your gift to support our Option Ultrasound program will equip pregnancy medical clinics across the country with ultrasound machines, resources, and sonography training for nurses, so that a mother considering abortion can see her baby, hear that tiny heartbeat . . . and be moved to choose life. And your gift today will be DOUBLED — dollar for dollar — to save TWICE THE LIVES! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Danika Cooley explains how to trust God with your kids, even when it feels challenging. Listen to the Full Program Get the book Help Your Kids Learn & Love the Bible and an audio download of "Nurturing a Love for the Bible in Your Kids" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Meal planning expert Mary Beth Lagerborg shares how eating together as a family can be a wonderful gift. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Once-a-Month Cooking Family Favorites and an audio download of "Homemade Meals for Busy Families" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Scott Klusendorf reminds us that even small, incremental changes in pro-life legislation can make a big difference. Listen to the Full Program Ultrasound scans make a difference! More than half a million precious lives have been saved since the beginning of the Option Ultrasound Program in 2004. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Scott Klusendorf gives a rundown of what’s happened with pro-life legislation in America since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Listen to the Full Program Ultrasound scans make a difference! More than half a million precious lives have been saved since the beginning of the Option Ultrasound Program in 2004. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jodie Berndt suggests parents relinquish fear and anger for prayer and trust. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children and an audio download of "Trusting God With Your Adult Child" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Marriage expert Ryan Frederick tells how to use familiarity to your advantage in marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How a Husband Speaks and an audio download of "Loving Your Wife With Your Words" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

J. John encourages you to have a positive attitude about your difficult circumstances. Listen to the Full Program Receive complimentary access to our exclusive collection of encouraging broadcasts from J.John. Just click the link, fill out the form, and you’re in! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Kevin Leman describes how to use action and not words to effect change in your child. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Why Your Kids Misbehave, and What To Do About It for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Kevin Leman explains how a simple remark of praise from you can make a world of difference to your child Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Why Your Kids Misbehave, and What To Do About It for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jessica Manfre describes some of the challenges she had to overcome growing up, and how God has brought her redemption. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Never Alone and an audio download of "Hope and Encouragement for Military Families" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In honor of Memorial Day, Linda Gibson, shares about the bravery of her late son, Sergeant Brennan Gibson. Listen to the Full Program Visit our online store and purchase a CD of today's program for yourself or to share with a friend. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Comedian Jeremy Nunes tells the hilarious story of getting elected to mayor. Listen to the Full Program Receive complimentary access to our exclusive collection of encouraging broadcasts from J.John. Just click the link, fill out the form, and you’re in! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Tracy Strawberry remembers how she blamed her husband Darryl for all their troubles, when the Lord challenged her to look at herself. Listen to the Full Program Receive Darryl and Tracy Strawberry's book The Imperfect Marriage and an audio download of "Examining Your Part in a Difficult Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Darryl Strawberry describes how he had money and fame…but he strayed from Christ and was searching to find his true identity. Listen to the Full Program Receive Darryl and Tracy Strawberry's book The Imperfect Marriage and an audio download of "Examining Your Part in a Difficult Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Justin Holcomb explains why it’s good to encourage your kids that they’re made in the image of God Listen to the Full Program Get the book God Made Babies and an audio download of "Where Do Babies Come From?" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gregory Jantz tells how his wife kept a gratitude journal, even after she’d received a cancer diagnosis. Listen to the Full Program Get the book Find Your Purpose in Life and an audio download of "Understanding Your Purpose and God's Plan" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Julie Bagamary describes a moment where a little boy named Austin thought he was being left alone Listen to the Full Program Receive book Foster Parenting Matters and an audio download of "What You Can Do to Help Kids in Foster Care" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Kevin Leman shares about a time he asked a couple to leave his office and encouraged them to work on their marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive The Birth Order Book and an audio download of "How Your Birth Order Shapes Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ruth Graham explains why we need solitude sometimes. Listen to the Full Program Get the book Transforming Loneliness and an audio download of "How Loneliness Can Draw You Closer to Jesus" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ruth Graham recounts how her father, the Reverend Billy Graham, showed her tremendous grace after she went through a divorce. Listen to the Full Program Get the book Transforming Loneliness and an audio download of "How Loneliness Can Draw You Closer to Jesus" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Randy Schroeder tells how asking your kids one simple question can make a big difference in your parenting. Listen to the Full Program Get Dr. Randy Schroeder's book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting and an audio download of "Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Kirsten Watson describes a time she felt overwhelmed as a homeschool mom, and how God taught her a powerful lesson. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Sis, Take a Breath and an audio download of "Hope and Encouragement for Moms" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Curtis Chang addresses why it’s good to name your anxieties for what they are and remember the resurrection of Jesus. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Anxiety Opportunity and an audio download of "Handling Anxiety God's Way" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Curtis Chang defines what anxiety is and explains why we must submit it to God. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Anxiety Opportunity and an audio download of "Handling Anxiety God's Way" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Brant Hansen encourages men to own areas they need to work on so they can be the protectors their families need. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The (Young) Men We Need and an audio download of "How Young Men Can Cast a Bigger Vision" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Pastor Rob Flood reminds us of why it’s important to let the gospel be the center of your marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive Rob Flood's book With These Words and an audio download of "Better Ways to Communicate With Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Even when we’ve made mistakes, Dr. Les Parrott explains how God can use us, because we have value in His eyes. Listen to the Full Program Receive the Parrotts' book Healthy Me, Healthy Us and an audio download of "Improve Yourself, Improve Your Relationships" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sarah Holmstrom shares a funny story about a time her daughter Brinley didn’t feel like praying. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister plus an audio download of the broadcast "The Unexpected Pitfalls of Teasing in Your Family" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jean Marie Davis relives the moment God gave her an opportunity to promote the value of life. Listen to the Full Program Your gift to support our Option Ultrasound program will equip pregnancy medical clinics across the country with ultrasound machines, resources, and sonography training for nurses, so that a mother considering abortion can see her baby, hear that tiny heartbeat . . . and be moved to choose life. And your gift today will be DOUBLED — dollar for dollar — to save TWICE THE LIVES! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Ginger Hubbard reminds parents why it’s good to train your kids to be outward-focused. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister plus an audio download of the broadcast "The Unexpected Pitfalls of Teasing in Your Family" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Popular novelist, Jerry Jenkins, describes how Jesus was quick to tell His disciples the truth. Listen to the Full Program Receive The Chosen Novels 1-3 plus an audio download of the broadcast "Sharing God's Love Through Storytelling" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Author Deborah Pegues encourages us to remember that God will use our most painful moments for good. Listen to the Full Program Receive Deborah Pegues' book Forgive, Let Go, and Live plus an audio download of the broadcast "Forgiving the Past, Embracing the Future" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Parental expert, Dr. Kathy Koch, explains how all of us can benefit from struggles we go through. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Resilient Kids plus an audio download of the broadcast "Helping Your Child Develop Resilience" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.