Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

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. Receive a copy of Putting Your Past Behind You and an audio download of "How to Break Free from the Pain of Past Experiences" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Communication impacts the way relationships are built and nurtured. Heather Holleman and her husband, Ashley, to share advice on how to teach your kids the best ways to care deeply for others through intentional conversation. Their wisdom provides several tools you can use to raise up your child to be emotionally intelligent, open to meaningful human connection. Receive a copy of The Six Conversations and an audio download of "Teach Your Child How to Have Meaningful Conversations" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In a world that feels fractured and frustrating, with so much stress and worry, can we still have fun? Is fun worth prioritizing when our schedules are packed and life is hard? Where do faith and fun intersect -- or do they? Annie F. Downs shares all the reasons you not only CAN have fun, but SHOULD. Receive a copy of Chase the Fun and an audio download of "Make Fun a Priority Now – Here's Why!" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Emotional health plays a significant role in how we connect and communicate with those around us. Eliza Huie shares how you can intentionally guide your kids towards emotional strength and resilience. She offers insight on what an emotionally healthy child looks like, along with advice for every parent seeking to raise grounded, emotionally secure children. Receive a copy of Unoffendable and an audio download of "Speaking Peace into Chaos in a Troubled Culture" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In light of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Jim Daly speaks with Brant Hansen and Gabe Lyons about what this means for our culture and the Christian response to violence and hate. The conversation points to Scripture for the answers in this cultural moment, emphasizing our responsibility to share God’s truth, love, and peace to the chaos of the world. Receive a copy of Unoffendable and an audio download of "Speaking Peace into Chaos in a Troubled Culture" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In light of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Jim Daly speaks with Brant Hansen and Gabe Lyons about what this means for our culture and the Christian response to violence and hate. The conversation points to Scripture for the answers in this cultural moment, emphasizing our responsibility to share God’s truth, love, and peace to the chaos of the world. Receive a copy of Unoffendable and an audio download of "Speaking Peace into Chaos in a Troubled Culture" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Vanessa and Scott Martindale offer advice for couples on centering their blended marriage around Christ. Hear how to avoid the pitfalls of “inner vows” and prioritize each other. Vanessa and Scott will help you experience the fullness of redemption for your blended family. Receive the book Blended and Redeemed plus a free audio download of “Redeeming Your Blended Marriage” for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

40 years ago, Dr. John Trent discovered the power of “the Blessing” — the powerful affirmation and unconditional love that parents give to their children. He and his grown daughter, Kari, explore the challenges of missing or losing your blessing, and how God can redeem that blessing in our lives. Receive a copy of Your Journey from Broken to Blessed and an audio download of "Finding God's Love When You Feel Broken" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

40 years ago, Dr. John Trent discovered the power of “the Blessing” — the powerful affirmation and unconditional love that parents give to their children. He and his grown daughter, Kari, explore the challenges of missing or losing your blessing, and how God can redeem that blessing in our lives. Receive a copy of Your Journey from Broken to Blessed and an audio download of "Finding God's Love When You Feel Broken" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of affection in your marriage, promoting emotional closeness, and leaving and cleaving properly. On the second day, they discussed positive communication habits, conflict resolution, and guarding your relationship well. Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For 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. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of affection in your marriage, promoting emotional closeness, and leaving and cleaving properly. On the second day, they discussed positive communication habits, conflict resolution, and guarding your relationship well. Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For 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. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Josh Mulvihill shares the role of grandparents in passing on their faith according to the Bible. Hear his insights on making the most of the grandparenting journey and leaving a lasting legacy. Receive the book Grandparenting plus a free audio download of "Making the Most of Time with Your Grandkids" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Katy Faust shares her story of starting a blog pushing back against progressive family policies and boldly continuing her work after a gay activist doxed her and her church community. Learn about the right of children to their biological parents and the statistical evidence supporting a biblical family structure. You’ll be equipped to join Katy in speaking up for the children. Plus hear about Focus on the Family’s powerful new documentary, Truth Rising, featuring more from Katy and her story. Truth is under attack—but it’s not lost. Truth Rising, a powerful new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the cultural crisis and calls the church into action. Stand firm, engage boldly, and be part of the movement to reclaim truth. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Pastor Scott Kedersha encourages listeners to pursue God’s design for covenant marriage. He’ll equip dating couples with practical advice, empowering you to build your relationship on a healthy foundation. Receive the book Ready or Knot? plus a free audio download of "Creating a Strong Foundation for a Healthy 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. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Busy parents are so frantic and rushed today they are missing out on what’s most important — connecting with God and their kids. The Straubs offer practical help to families about slowing down, finding joy, living simply and even allowing yourself to experience some boredom. A good reminder about having more grace for each other and trusting God for the results. Receive the book Famous at Home at Home plus a free audio download of "8 Ways to Cultivate Relationships and Joy With Your Kids" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Busy parents are so frantic and rushed today they are missing out on what’s most important — connecting with God and their kids. The Straubs offer practical help to families about slowing down, finding joy, living simply and even allowing yourself to experience some boredom. A good reminder about having more grace for each other and trusting God for the results. Receive the book Famous at Home at Home plus a free audio download of "8 Ways to Cultivate Relationships and Joy With Your Kids" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

As a full-time comedian, Kenn Kington works hard to see the funny side of life. Whether he’s traveling by plane or by car, situations arise that can produce frustration or laughter, and Kenn tries to choose joy whenever possible. Get free access to almost four hours of family-friendly comedy from Kenn Kington, Ted Cunningham, Jeremy Nunes, John Branyan, and Chonda Pierce. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents to deliberately work their way out of the parenting role by the time their child is 18, and instructs them to see their teenagers as young adults, not large children. He offers tips on how to progressively give your teen more responsibility, along with examples of how to have difficult conversations on a range of topics, from music choices to dating. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and the audio download of the broadcast "Parenting Teens Toward Adulthood" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents to deliberately work their way out of the parenting role by the time their child is 18, and instructs them to see their teenagers as young adults, not large children. He offers tips on how to progressively give your teen more responsibility, along with examples of how to have difficult conversations on a range of topics, from music choices to dating. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and the audio download of the broadcast "Parenting Teens Toward Adulthood" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Pastors Justin & Trisha Davis share their incredible marriage journey — recovering from Justin’s infidelity and the generational sins of their parents. The Davises describe “cycles of sin” like shame, blame, hiddenness, and unforgiveness, and how we need to get to the root of these issues before God can heal our lives. Receive a copy of One Choice Away from Change and an audio download of "Identifying Harmful Patterns to Heal Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.