Focus on the Family Minute

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gary Thomas reminds us how God still wants a relationship with us, even after we mess up. 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.

Lynne Jackson explains how God changed her perspective and strengthened her relationship with her son. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Discipline That Connects With a Child's Heart plus a free audio download of the program "Conveying God's Love Through Discipline" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Jackson recalls a moment his son taught him a valuable lesson. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Discipline That Connects With a Child's Heart plus a free audio download of the program "Conveying God's Love Through Discipline" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Marcus Warner recalls a time his wife disarmed him during a squabble. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages and the audio download of the broadcast "Filling Your Marriage With Joy" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Cyndie Claypool de Neve explains why it’s important to help your child develop the language of emotion. Listen to the Full Program Receive book God-Confident Kids plus a free audio download of the program "Nurturing Your Child's Purpose and Passion" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Bill Lile explains how some laws are more protective of a sea turtle than they are a pre-born child in the womb. Listen to the Full Program Your gift will equip pregnancy medical clinics across the country with ultrasound machines, resources and nurses' sonography training so abortion-vulnerable mothers can see their babies ... and be moved to choose life. Every $60 you donate will help save the life of one pre-born baby through our Option Ultrasound program. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gary Chapman reminds you that you can love your unlovely spouse with the love of God. Listen to the Full Program Receive Gary Chapman's book Loving Your Spouse When You Feel Like Walking Away plus a free audio download of the program "Finding Hope for Your Desperate Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Katherine Hill speaks on why all of us need to rest and not give in to busyness. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Born Free: A Call to Be Still, Know God and Flourish in a Hectic World plus a free audio download of the program "Overcoming Busyness to Focus on God and Family" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Artistic inspiration may be difficult to describe, but artist Morgan Weistling explains how an idea came to him. Listen to the Full Program Award-winning artist Morgan Weistling has created a tender scene just for you that is perfect for the holidays. In “Kissed by God,” Jesus shows love as only a child can with a sweet gesture for his mother Mary. This beautiful and moving depiction represents the love God has for all of us. “In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins” (1 John 4:10 ESV). If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gary Chapman encourages a desperate spouse to consider being a positive influence in their marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive Gary Chapman's book Loving Your Spouse When You Feel Like Walking Away plus a free audio download of the program "Finding Hope for Your Desperate Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Deb DeArmond reminds you to make an intentional choice to see all the things your spouse does for your marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive Deb DeArmond's book I Choose You Today plus a free audio download of the program "Making Daily Choices to Love Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Listen to the Full Program Receive the book I Want to Trust You, but I Don't plus a free audio download of the program "When Trust is Hard: Overcoming Betrayal and Broken Relationships" 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.

Lysa Terkeurst reminds us that while love is unconditional, trust is not. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book I Want to Trust You, but I Don't plus a free audio download of the program "When Trust is Hard: Overcoming Betrayal and Broken Relationships" 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.