Focus on the Family Minute

Dr. Ron Welch reminds you that it’s a choice to honor, respect, and love your spouse. Listen to the Full Program Receive Dr. Welch's book "10 Choices Successful Couples Make" for your donation of any amount! Through your support of Focus on the Family, you’ll save marriages through efforts like our Hope Restored marriage intensives. And right now, DOUBLE YOUR DOLLARS to impact twice as many marriages through a $1.4 MILLION matching opportunity provided by generous friends of the ministry. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

While recovering from a surgery, Karen Wingate learned to appreciate the simple things in the world. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of With Fresh Eyes and an audio download of "Seeing Life with New Vision" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Matt Bell reminds us about the significance of teaching our kids to be generous with money. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality and an audio download of "Talking to Your Kids About Sexuality and Gender" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Ken Wilgus offers parents a solid way to discipline teens—by taking away their stuff! Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Feeding the Mouth That Bites You" 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. Ken Wilgus explains why teenagers experiment with grown-up activities. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Feeding the Mouth That Bites You" 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.

Historian and professor Rod Gragg describes the worldview behind many of the Founding Fathers. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of By the Hand of Providence and an audio download of "Revolutionary Faith in the Birth of America" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Chris Marlow shares how his daughters impacted the world through a lemonade stand. Listen to the Full Program Receive Chris Marlow's book "Doing Good is Simple" and an audio download of "Changing the World Through a Lemonade Stand" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Kenn Kington tells an amazing story of a friend who cut his grass the summer after his daughter was diagnosed with leukemia. Listen to the Full Program Receive a CD of “Using Humor to Get Through the Best and Worst of Times” – including additional content that wasn’t heard on air -- for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Kenn Kington shares a funny story of when he watched his kids for a weekend. Listen to the Full Program Receive a CD of “Using Humor to Get Through the Best and Worst of Times” – including additional content that wasn’t heard on air -- for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Tony Evans encourages single people to embrace community by giving of their talents and serving others. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Kingdom Single" and an audio download of "Cultivating a Healthy Life as a Single" 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. Tony Evans offers a new perspective for single men and women Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Kingdom Single" and an audio download of "Cultivating a Healthy Life as a Single" 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.

Kari Kampakis reminds moms about the need to take care of yourself amidst the busy demands of raising kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "More Than a Mom" and an audio download of "Mom's are Human, Too: Why Self-Care is a God Thing" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Kay Yerkovich shares why communication is key in your relationship with your spouse. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "How We Love" and audio downloads of "Growing Your Marriage in Times of Stress" and “Questions to Ask When Stressed” 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.

Milan Yerkovich reminds us that Jesus sought support from his disciples when He faced difficulties, so we should, too. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "How We Love" and audio downloads of "Growing Your Marriage in Times of Stress" and “Questions to Ask When Stressed” 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.

Eryn Lynum tells how our kids can learn about God’s character as we take them outside to enjoy life. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Rooted in Wonder and an audio download of "Helping Kid's See God's Glory in Nature" 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.

A simple invitation to Calvary Chapel led to Joe Dallas hearing the gospel for the first time. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "The Gay Gospel?" and an audio download of "Leaving Pro-Gay Theology For True Faith" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Paul White compares a toxic work environment with a bad physical environment. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Rising Above a Toxic Workplace" and an audio download of the broadcast "What to Do When Your Job is Killing You" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Lisa Jo Baker reflects on some rough moments while growing up, and that she’s proud of the dad she has today. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "The Good Dad" and an audio download of "Honoring Dad's Impact on My Life" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Lee Strobel uses a fun analogy about vacations to remind us about Heaven. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "The Case for Heaven" and an audio download of "Believing in the Hope of Heaven" 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.

Lee Strobel describes how the warmth of our own homes can remind us of the hope of Heaven. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "The Case for Heaven" and an audio download of "Believing in the Hope of Heaven" 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. Os Guinness reminds us about the importance of our families. 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! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Bob Lotich talks about a financial principle called Assets Under Management. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Simple Money, Rich Life" and an audio download of "Finding Financial Freedom Together as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Rico Tice shares a story about witnessing to some non-Christian neighbors in London. Listen to the Full Program Receive Rico Tice's book "Honest Evangelism" and the audio download of the broadcast "Sharing Your Faith in Everyday Life" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Os Guinness gives an amazing perspective on why Christians need to be the freest people on earth. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Zero Hour America" and the audio download of the broadcast "Preserving Truth and Freedom in America" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Serena Dyksen recalls a moment where God was the only person she could trust. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Loving Your Husband/Wife Well Bundle" and an audio download of this broadcast for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Serena Dyksen tells a powerful story of a time the grace of God flooded her heart. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Loving Your Husband/Wife Well Bundle" and an audio download of this broadcast for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Matt Jacobson explains how it’s not easy to forgive your mate sometimes, but it’s what God calls us to do. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Loving Your Husband/Wife Well Bundle" and an audio download of this broadcast for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jonathan McKee addresses that many of us are addicted to screens and why it’s best to put them away sometimes. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Parenting Generation Screen" and an audio download of this broadcast 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.

Lisa Jacobson tells a powerful story about seeing her husband pray after they got into an argument. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Loving Your Husband/Wife Well Bundle" and an audio download of this broadcast for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sean Reed shares a convicting lesson he learned that helped him better appreciate his spouse. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Marriage Transition" and the audio download of the broadcast "Navigating Seasons of Change in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Julie Lowe shares on how to encourage your kids to walk in obedience rather than defiance. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Safe Guards" and the audio download of the broadcast "Protecting Your Kids From Worldly Dangers " for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Liz Curtis Higgs shares about a lesson we can learn from Jesus’ relationship with His mother Mary. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "The Women Of Easter" and the audio download of the broadcast "Honoring Mothers and the God Who Loves Them" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Chrystal Evans Hurst describes how you, with God’s help, can overcome the enemy’s hurtful lies. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "She's Still There" and the audio download of the broadcast "Making Peace With Unfulfilled Dreams" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Julie Lowe offers an amazing insight on how to help your child overcome feelings of disconnectedness in a world driven by technology. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Safe Guards" and the audio download of the broadcast "Protecting Your Kids From Worldly Dangers " for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Jeff Myers shares how the seven-day week is a blessing from God. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of "Truth Changes Everything" and an audio download of this broadcast for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Kathy Koch describes how social media doesn’t fulfill our need for belonging. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Five to Thrive" and the audio download of the broadcast "Are Your Five Core Needs Being Met?" 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. Kathy Koch explains why only God can fulfill our needs. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Five to Thrive" and the audio download of the broadcast "Are Your Five Core Needs Being Met?" 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. Greg Smalley shares how an argument over household chores changed his perspective. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Fight Your Way" and the audio download of the broadcast "Avoiding the Chore War" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gregory Jantz offers really practical advice for those struggling with depression. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Healing Depression for Life" and the audio download of the broadcast "Finding Hope For Lasting Relief From Depression" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jodie Berndt provides encouragement to the couples facing hard times. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Praying the Scriptures Bundle" for your Marriage and the audio download of the broadcast "Better Ways to Communicate With Your Children" 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 Jon Stone shares a touching story of when he felt led to show his daughter grace, even though she didn’t deserve it. Listen to the Full Program Your financial support for Wait No More and other programs will send a suitcase, teddy bear and bible to a child in foster care. Give now, and we’ll say thanks with the book Missional Fostering! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Anti-depressants can be a helpful thing, as Dr. Gregory Jantz explains. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Healing Depression for Life" and the audio download of the broadcast "Finding Hope For Lasting Relief From Depression" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jodie Berndt provides a helpful perspective on why you and your spouse change over time in marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the "Praying the Scriptures Bundle" for your Marriage and the audio download of the broadcast "Better Ways to Communicate With Your Children" 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.

Ginger Hubbard explains why children need time to think through the bad things they’ve done and suggests parents share similar stories from their childhood. Listen to the Full Program Receive Ginger Hubbard's book "I Can't Believe You Just Said That!" 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.

Jill Savage points to a moment when God touched her heart even after her husband’s infidelity. Listen to the Full Program Receive the books "I Really Messed Up" by Mark Savage and "My Heart is Broken" by Jill Savage, plus a free audio download of this broadcast, for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Pam Farrel tells a touching story about a husband who bought his wife a dozen roses. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Men Are Like Waffles Women Are Like Spaghetti" and the audio download of the broadcast "How Waffles and Spaghetti Can Build a Stronger 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.

Bill Farrel explains why listening to your wife is so much more than just having a conversation. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book "Men Are Like Waffles Women Are Like Spaghetti" and the audio download of the broadcast "How Waffles and Spaghetti Can Build a Stronger 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.

Dr. Timothy Johanson suggests that while you can dream about your child’s future, loving him is the best thing you can do. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book GIST and the audio download of the broadcast "Better Ways to Communicate With Your Children" 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. Timothy Johanson equips you to deal with a situation such as your 10-year-old not putting away his bike. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book GIST and the audio download of the broadcast "Better Ways to Communicate With Your Children" 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.

Katharine Hill describes how kids can struggle with negative thoughts, and why you as a parent can help with that.