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Let’s Step into this Moment

Jenni Graebe reminds parents to savor a moment with your kids and have fun.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The Rhythm of Home and an audio download of "Setting a New Rhythm for Your Family" for your donation of any amount!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jan 2, 20251 min

Put a Real Joker in Office

Comedian Jeremy Nunes tells the hilarious story of getting elected to mayor.   Listen to the Full Program   Listeners have spoken! Jim Daly and John Fuller are your hosts in this collection of the year's most popular episodes from Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. You'll hear all of the year's best encouragement on marriage, parenting, and growing your faith, all from a biblical perspective you can trust. The 18 titles in this series feature John Burke, Kevin Leman, Jodie Berndt, Lee Strobel and more. Take a minute to sign up below, and receive this FREE collection!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jan 1, 20251 min

He Draws Good from the Pain

Lee Strobel reminds us that God can take the worst situations in our lives and turn them around for good.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Is God Real? : Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life and an audio download of "Evidence for the Existence of God" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 31, 20241 min

Words in Every Cell

Lee Strobel shares how the complexity of our DNA reveals why God exists.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Is God Real? : Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life and an audio download of "Evidence for the Existence of God" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 30, 20241 min

Anxiety Offers an Opportunity

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! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 27, 20241 min

Loss Times Avoidance

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! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 26, 20241 min

All the Calendars Changed

Phil Robertson from the tv-show Duck Dynasty, shares how the world changed because Jesus came.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive Phil and Kay Robertson's book Exploring the Joy of Christmas and the audio download of the broadcast "Finding True Joy at Christmas" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 25, 20241 min

Sometimes Children Get It

Reverend J. John tells a funny story that reminds us to see God through a lens of childlike faith.   Listen to the Full Program   Listeners have spoken! Jim Daly and John Fuller are your hosts in this collection of the year's most popular episodes from Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. You'll hear all of the year's best encouragement on marriage, parenting, and growing your faith, all from a biblical perspective you can trust. The 18 titles in this series feature John Burke, Kevin Leman, Jodie Berndt, Lee Strobel and more. Take a minute to sign up below, and receive this FREE collection!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 24, 20241 min

What I Can Actually Control

Pastor Kevin Thompson reminds us about the things God has given us control over, and those that He hasn’t.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Stay in Your Lane and the audio download of the broadcast "Establishing Clear Boundaries in Your Life" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 23, 20241 min

Prayer is How We Fight

Jodie Berndt uses a passage from Nehemiah to remind us that spiritual warfare is a real thing.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens and the audio download of the broadcast "Praying for Your Teen's Heart and Future" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 20, 20241 min

Kept Scripture in my Car

Jodie Berndt gives an honest take on how to trust God with your teenager, even when doing so is hard.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens and the audio download of the broadcast "Praying for Your Teen's Heart and Future" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 19, 20241 min

We Had Not Budgeted

Dave Willis talks about how he and his wife struggled financially early in their relationship.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book 7 Days to a Naked Marriage Bundle and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Experience Great Intimacy and Love in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 18, 20241 min

Get in That Love Seat

Dave Willis discusses why proximity is important for connection in your marriage.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book 7 Days to a Naked Marriage Bundle and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Experience Great Intimacy and Love in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 17, 20241 min

Your Mind When You Meet Someone

Dr. Heather Holleman offers advice on how to not assume the worst about people you meet   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The Six Conversations and the audio download of the broadcast "Deepening Your Relationships with Thoughtful Conversations" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 16, 20241 min

Not Happy with This Behavior

Tara Lalonde shares about the need to have good boundaries, if your spouse is acting disrespectfully.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Empowered to Love and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving the Spouse God Gave You" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 13, 20241 min

Shadow Monster and The Hedgehog

Dr. Bob Paul uses creative illustrations to describe how some of us feel insecure in our marriages.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Empowered to Love and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving the Spouse God Gave You" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 12, 20241 min

Hospitality Costs You Something

You might face persecution as a Christian, but Dr. Rosaria Butterfield reminds you to keep practicing hospitality.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving People Through the Truth" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 11, 20241 min

Real Christian Hospitality

Dr. Rosaria Butterfield shares how showing hospitality as a Christian can help you form deeper relationships.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age and the audio download of the broadcast "Loving People Through the Truth" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 10, 20241 min

It’s a Holy Day

Radio personality Bob Lepine reminds us to not skip over the meaning of Christmas. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Four Emotions of Christmas and the audio download of the broadcast "Managing Emotions During the Holidays" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 9, 20241 min

Why All This Ridiculous Freedom?

John Burke addresses why God gives us free will to make good or bad choices. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Imagine the God of Heaven: Near-Death Experiences can Make: and the audio download of the broadcast "Finding Heaven: Knowing God and His Love" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 6, 20241 min

In a Time of Choosing

Pastor John Burke tells a powerful story about a woman who had a near-death experience. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Imagine the God of Heaven: Near-Death Experiences can Make: and the audio download of the broadcast "Finding Heaven: Knowing God and His Love" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 5, 20241 min

Layer God's Word

Pam Farrel shares how single moms can train their kids to love Jesus. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 4, 20241 min

They're in Trauma Brain

Peggy Sue Wells explains how divorce has a traumatic effect on a mom and her kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The 10 Best Decisions a Single Mom can Make and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading Your Family as a Single Mom" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 3, 20241 min

If You Really Want Some Help

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 book The Birth Order Book and the audio download of the broadcast "How Your Birth Order Shapes Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dec 2, 20241 min

We Miss the Point

British evangelist J. John reminds us to look at the big picture of the life of Jesus during the Christmas season. Listen to the Full Program Want more wisdom from J.John? This free collection contains over two hours of content featuring his most popular talks on topics like having a godly perspective, accepting your identity in Christ, the proofs of Christianity, and the true meaning of Christmas. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 29, 20241 min

Husband Cooking Dinner

Becky Kopitzke shares about a time when she realized she needed to thank her husband for his hard work. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Love Because and the audio download of the broadcast "Reflecting on Our Blessings at Thanksgiving" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 28, 20241 min

Make the Right Choice Next Time

Jessica Harris encourages women who’ve relapsed into sin. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Quenched plus a free audio download of “A Woman's Journey Through Pornography Addiction” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 27, 20241 min

Meant to be Private

Jessica Harris offers thoughts on encouraging your kids to guard their bodies. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Quenched plus a free audio download of “A Woman's Journey Through Pornography Addiction” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 26, 20241 min

Rhythm of Serving

Jenni Graebe sat down with experienced couples to learn the secret to a thriving marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Rhythm of Us plus a free audio download of “Creating Sustainable Rhythms in 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. Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 25, 20241 min

Never Going to Not Love You

If you have a child who’s far from God, Dr. Gary Chapman provides some perspective for you. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Your New Life with Adult Children plus a free audio download of “How to Positively Influence Your Adult Child” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 22, 20241 min

Disappointed in Ourselves

Dr. Gary Chapman tells a sobering story about some parents who apologized to their daughter for not training her like she needed. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Your New Life with Adult Children plus a free audio download of “How to Positively Influence Your Adult Child” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 21, 20241 min

Simplest Things We Do

Jean Daly and Dr. Greg Smalley explain how doing simple things together can help you avoid a marital drift. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Healthy Marriage Devotional plus a free audio download of “Five Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 20, 20241 min

Better Because They Married Us?

Dr. Greg Smalley asks men a super honest question that will help gauge if you’re a good husband or not. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Healthy Marriage Devotional plus a free audio download of “Five Ways to Grow Closer as a Couple” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 19, 20241 min

Renew Your Mind

Sarah Smith describes how she prayed Romans 12:2 as she walked a difficult road with her elderly mom. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Broken Beauty plus a free audio download of “Helping or Hurting: Understanding the Power of Your Words” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 18, 20241 min

What She Grew Up With

Dave Willis tells a funny story about how his family found out working with tools wasn’t his thing. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Seven Laws of Love: Essential Principles for Building Stronger Relationships by Dave Willis plus a free audio download of “Helping or Hurting: Understanding the Power of Your Words” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 15, 20241 min

It Gives Our Kids a History

Kathi Lipp describes how taking time to have dinner with our kids is so life-giving to them. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest plus a free audio download of the program "How to Plan Ahead for a Day of Rest" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 14, 20241 min

Here’s the Consequence for It

Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents of teens to be consistent in the consequences you give them if they don’t do their schoolwork. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book A Mission Without Borders plus a free audio download of the program "A Military Veteran's Mission to Ukraine" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 13, 20241 min

How You’d Talk to a Responsible Adult

Dr. Ken Wilgus explains how your expectations change for your teenagers compared to when they’re kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites plus a free audio download of the program "Common Teen Issues That Drive Parents Crazy" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 12, 20241 min

It Doesn’t Have to Be Worth It

Chad Robichaux shares about how he responded when a woman criticized him for helping people in Ukraine. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book A Mission Without Borders plus a free audio download of the program "A Military Veteran's Mission to Ukraine" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 11, 20241 min

If You Want Kids to Flourish …

Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace shares about what gives our kids the best chance at life. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Truth in True Crime plus a free audio download of the program "True Crime: Learning About Life Through Studying Death" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 8, 20241 min

What Does That Worldview Give You?”

J. Warner Wallace describes why we need to teach our kids that worldviews have consequences. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Truth in True Crime plus a free audio download of the program "True Crime: Learning About Life Through Studying Death" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 7, 20241 min

It Was Worth It

Ann and Dave Wilson describe how marriage is a picture of God’s love for us. Listen to the Full Program Receive Dave and Ann Wilson's book Vertical Marriage and an audio download of "Never Stop Looking Up in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 6, 20241 min

Look Vertical

Dave Wilson explains how every married couple faces disappointment. Listen to the Full Program Receive Dave and Ann Wilson's book Vertical Marriage and an audio download of "Never Stop Looking Up in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 5, 20241 min

Can I Stay Up?

Kenn Kington shares a funny story that reminds us that children can bring us priceless laughter and give a much-needed break in life. Listen to the Full Program Get free access to over two hours of family-friendly comedy from Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes, John Branyan, and Chonda Pierce. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 4, 20241 min

Where Sorrow and Joy Meet

Dr. Laurel Shaler shares how her journey of adoption has been difficult, but worth it. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Loving Adopted Children Well and an audio download of "Speaking Your Adopted Child's Love Language" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Nov 1, 20241 min

Compliment Him

Patricia Ashley offers insight about the power of encouraging words in marriage. Listen to the Full Program Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Patricia Ashley, Dr. Greg Smalley, Shaunti Feldhahn, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, and Jay Payleitner. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Oct 31, 20241 min

Be His Friend

Patricia Ashley shares how she felt disconnected from her husband, but then noticed how much time he spent with their daughter. Listen to the Full Program Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Patricia Ashley, Dr. Greg Smalley, Shaunti Feldhahn, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, and Jay Payleitner. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Oct 30, 20241 min

80% Would See Results If …

Pastor Brady Boyd shares about a sobering meeting he had with a mental health professional on a simple cure for depression. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Life-Minded and an audio download of "Creating Peace in a Polarized Culture" 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.

Oct 29, 20241 min

Don’t Miss the Miracle

Wendy Speake describes a moment with her family that she would have missed if she had been too distracted by her phone. Listen to the Full Program Receive Wendy Speake's book The 40-Day Social Media Fast plus a free audio download of the program "Logging Off to Focus on Your Real-Life Relationships" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Oct 28, 20241 min

Recognizing What Fires Us Up

Popular author Gary Thomas encourages people to find a way to spend time with God that works for them. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Sacred Pathways plus a free audio download of the program "Discovering Your Spiritual Temperament" 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.

Oct 25, 20241 min