Focus on the Family Commentary
Westwood One
In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Description:
In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.
Twitter:
@focusonthfamily
Language:
English
Contact:
Focus on the Family Colorado Springs, CO 80995 1-800-232-6459
Website:
http://www.focusonthefamily.com/
Episodes
Present in Our Suffering
4/24/2025
“Where is God when we suffer?” is one of the most common questions people ask. Jim Daly explains why it’s in the darkness that God’s light shines the brightest.
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Duration:00:01:30
Miscarriage: Finding Hope in the Midst of Loss
4/23/2025
According to the March of Dimes, between 10 and 20 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage. And yet, most people don’t understand how to come alongside a loved one who has suffered one. Jim Daly shares helpful advice.
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Duration:00:01:30
Top Gun Marriage
4/22/2025
Hollywood gets a lot wrong. Like romance. True love is portrayed as a one-time flash of passion. Jim Daly shares why real love stories are built out of trust, commitment, and shared purpose.
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Duration:00:01:30
See Long Term
4/21/2025
Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates why teaching children to take responsibility today enables them to live as successful adults tomorrow.
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Duration:00:01:30
More Valuable Than Vomit
4/18/2025
If you’re thinking about divorce, take a deeper look at your marriage. Your relationship might have more value than you think. Jim Daly illustrates why – with a true story about whale vomit.
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Duration:00:01:30
Irreducible Complexity
4/17/2025
Tough realities are overcome by pursuing the right things. Jim Daly explains why the future of our country depends on stable homes with moms and dads who work hard to cultivate thriving relationships.
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Duration:00:01:30
Temperament and Obedience
4/16/2025
Many parents feel frustrated that they teach their children the same values, but one seems to “get it” and another doesn’t. Jim Daly explains how a child’s personality can impact his or her reception of values.
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Duration:00:01:30
A Beautiful Lawn, A Beautiful Life
4/15/2025
The secrets to living a good life are everywhere. You just need to recognize them when you see them. Jim Daly explains how to achieve success in any area of life by becoming a student.
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Duration:00:01:30
Mending the Holes in Your Marriage
4/14/2025
A fishing net with gaping holes in it is useless. So is a marriage. Jim Daly shares how to mend your marriage in a similar way as fishermen mend their nets.
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Duration:00:01:30
Mistakes in Parenting
4/11/2025
Every parent is human, so we all fail our kids. Jim Daly shares a personal story that will encourage you to believe that you don’t have to be perfect to be an effective parent.
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Duration:00:01:30
Intelligence and Character
4/10/2025
Although good education and technology are important to our country’s well-being, Jim Daly explains why society can only thrive if our culture is guided by a moral compass as well.
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Duration:00:01:30
Spring Marriage
4/9/2025
Some marriages feel as cold as winter. Jim Daly shares how couples can get their relationship out of the deep freeze and into the warmth of spring, a season of growth, renewal, and new beginnings.
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Duration:00:01:30
Everest-Sized Influence
4/8/2025
Do you recognize your influence on others? Jim Daly explains why success isn’t always a measurement of personal achievement but of our willingness to influence others to achieve.
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Duration:00:01:30
Consistency in Parenting
4/7/2025
Inconsistency is one of the most common problems in raising children. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important for parents to say what they mean and to mean what they say.
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Duration:00:01:30
People You Call Family
4/4/2025
Jim Daly shares how we discover life’s deepest riches when we’re surrounded by a group of people that we call family.
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Duration:00:01:30
People You Call Family
4/4/2025
Jim Daly shares how we discover life’s deepest riches when we’re surrounded by a group of people that we call family.
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Duration:00:01:30
The Danger of Success
4/3/2025
Success can be a blessing and a burden. Jim Daly explains how to view success as a stepping stone rather than a finish line.
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Duration:00:01:30
The Danger of Success
4/3/2025
Success can be a blessing and a burden. Jim Daly explains how to view success as a stepping stone rather than a finish line.
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Duration:00:01:30
Don't Flush Your Marriage
4/2/2025
Cars. Houses. Jewelry. The stuff you own enriches life, but not if it’s a bigger priority than your marriage. Jim Daly shares how you can guard your relationship with the same care you’d give a beautiful diamond ring.
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Duration:00:01:30
Don't Flush Your Marriage
4/2/2025
Cars. Houses. Jewelry. The stuff you own enriches life, but not if it’s a bigger priority than your marriage. Jim Daly shares how you can guard your relationship with the same care you’d give a beautiful diamond ring.
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Duration:00:01:30