Focus on the Family Canada - Daily Broadcast

How ‘safe’ is your faith? Could you be talked out of it? Researcher and apologist Alisa Childers explains how she almost lost her faith in Jesus Christ while being mentored by a pastor who was secretly an agnostic. She shares how years of research restored her belief in Christian tenets.

Natasha Crain remembers the exact day she realized she had no idea what she was doing as a mom. Her twins were four months old and had become quiet – they didn’t cry or need a diaper change. She realized that beyond providing for her kids’ physical needs; she had no idea how to give her kid a spiritual foundation that would last a lifetime. Sharing from her own journey, Natasha comes alongside parents who feel unqualified and offers them information, strategies and encouragement for raising kids who follow Jesus. She helps moms and dads confidently foster deep, faith-building conversations with their children, so that their children understand who they are in Christ and how to defend their faith.

Karen DeArmond Gardner describes her 30-year abusive marriage — living with a man who was charming and overly affectionate at first but soon became a nightmare to live with. Karen explains the majority of domestic abuse is not physical; abusers also use insults, threats, control, manipulation, and other forms of emotional intimidation. Finally, after reading a Christian magazine about abuse, Karen recognized the trauma she had been accepting as “normal” and escaped her husband. Today she counsels other women who’ve experienced abuse.

An emotionally health family starts with emotionally healthy individuals. Debra Fileta is a licensed counselor and mom of four. In her books, Are you Really OK? and Any Day Emotions, she equips parents and children to understand their emotions, assess their mental health, and pursue a path to wellbeing. For parents, Debra brings hope and practical tools to navigate a child’s emotions in a God-centered way.

Debra Fileta discusses the importance of self-examination and offers guidance for assessing your mental, physical, and spiritual health so that you can walk a path toward healing and wholeness for the entire family!

Based on his best-selling book, One Minute After You Die, Dr. Erwin Lutzer answers the all-important question: Where will you spend eternity? He discusses what the Bible teaches about death, heaven, God’s divine justice, and the assurance of salvation believers have in Jesus Christ.

Jim Daly and John Fuller share a light-hearted conversation with guest, Kathi Lipp about practical, fun ways married couples can improve their relationship and make time together a priority. Our hosts joke about their experiences with "date nights" and talk about how they need to work at improving this aspect of their marriages.

Knowing when and how to speak up can be challenging. Emerson Eggerichs gives insight on how to have healthy conversations with others confidently. By asking ourselves, “Is it true, kind, necessary, and clear?” we may find ourselves engaging in more genuine and effective conversations.

As the father of a prodigal child, Rob Parsons understands your pain. In this heartfelt message, he encourages parents of prodigals to always “leave a light on” for their wayward child. He notes that sometimes parents carry too much guilt over the prodigal child’s circumstances, and also encourages us to not be overly critical of our children.

As the father of a prodigal child, Rob Parsons understands your pain. In this heartfelt message, he encourages parents of prodigals to always “leave a light on” for their wayward child. He notes that sometimes parents carry too much guilt over the prodigal child’s circumstances, and also encourages us to not be overly critical of our children.

What does trust in the Lord look like in the midst of terrible tragedies? Governor Bill Lee of Tennessee has endured more than his share of personal tragedy, but he is certain that God was present through the storms. Though hard to explain, he shares his great hope that God will redeem brokenness and help others to experience wholeness as he and his family did after devastating losses. Governor Lee shares about experiencing God’s abundant joy in the midst of sorrow and peace in the midst of chaos.

Parents today are in panic mode. Gen Zers are struggling with depression, identity, and in some cases, abandoning their faith. Jason Jimenez encourages parents to help the younger generation understand their true identity in Christ. He provides strategies to connect with Gen Z kids and instill a strong Biblical faith.

Parents today are in panic mode. Gen Zers are struggling with depression, identity, and in some cases, abandoning their faith. Jason Jimenez encourages parents to help the younger generation understand their true identity in Christ. He provides strategies to connect with Gen Z kids and instill a strong Biblical faith.

Marriage is a unique gift of God, but sometimes it can be hard to navigate. That’s why George and Tondra Gregory are dedicated to helping couples build a successful game plan within their marriage. When you work with your spouse and adopt a winning mindset, you can create a strong and healthy marriage.

Marriage is a unique gift of God, but sometimes it can be hard to navigate. That’s why George and Tondra Gregory are dedicated to helping couples build a successful game plan within their marriage. When you work with your spouse and adopt a winning mindset, you can create a strong and healthy marriage.

If you’re struggling to cram your busy schedule into each day, it may surprise you that finding time for rest is one of the most important things you can do to live a purpose-filled life. Naturalist Eryn Lynum shares how God has structured all of creation around the need for rest—Sabbath rest once a week and daily rest – to create margin in your overcrowded schedule. Eryn will help you to step away from information overload and stress to abide in Christ daily.

Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning how to apologize, and being willing to serve your spouse. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories about his own marriage and couples he’s counseled, offering Bible-based advice and encouragement about marriage.

Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning how to apologize, and being willing to serve your spouse. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories about his own marriage and couples he’s counseled, offering Bible-based advice and encouragement about marriage.

Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to our past. Maybe you’re still dealing with the consequences of mistakes made by you or others in your life. Even though the past is irreversible, Christ offers you healing from your hurt and shame! Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares how to confront your past, discard the weight of any false or real guilt, and move forward in God’s grace and forgiveness.

Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to our past. Maybe you’re still dealing with the consequences of mistakes made by you or others in your life. Even though the past is irreversible, Christ offers you healing from your hurt and shame! Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares how to confront your past, discard the weight of any false or real guilt, and move forward in God’s grace and forgiveness.