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Focus on the Family Commentary

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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.

Language:

English

Contact:

Focus on the Family Colorado Springs, CO 80995 1-800-232-6459


Episodes
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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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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. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Loved, Not Fooled

4/1/2025
April Fool’s Day is about catching people off-guard with embarrassing surprises they never see coming. Jim Daly shares how you can surprise the people you love with something positive. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Loved, Not Fooled

4/1/2025
April Fool’s Day is about catching people off-guard with embarrassing surprises they never see coming. Jim Daly shares how you can surprise the people you love with something positive. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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A World without Heroes

3/31/2025
How sideways would a culture’s thinking have to be to decide that superheroes were bad instead of good? Jim Daly explains why we ought to anchor ourselves in transcendent values, not push them out. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Compensation Learning

3/31/2025
How are your children’s grades? Jim Daly shares why a strong report card has its place, but the true depth of your child’s abilities may not always be reflected in the classroom. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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Immutable Value

3/28/2025
Jim Daly explains why every single person has profound worth simply because they are a human being created with a divine spark. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:01:30