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
A Million Drops of Water
11/4/2024
Important moments in American history often involve people of power and influence. But history is often shaped by ordinary people. Jim Daly explains why that’s especially true when it comes to voting.
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Duration:00:01:30
Practical Ideas for Busy Moms
11/1/2024
When you have toddlers, keeping a home neat and tidy can be overwhelming, but it can be tough knowing where to begin. Jim Daly shares practical ideas for days when just getting started seems too much to ask.
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Duration:00:01:30
Pain Blended Together
10/31/2024
We all face suffering in life, and it’s never easy. How do we find peace? Jim Daly explains an important perspective that makes struggle bearable.
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Duration:00:01:30
The Laundry Incident
10/30/2024
You know your marriage is in a tough place when the laundry is enough to cause conflict. Jim Daly shares why, when an argument erupts, couples ought to fight for each other instead of against each other.
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Duration:00:01:30
Vote Your Values
10/29/2024
It’s that time of year again. Political campaigns are heating up and election day is right around the corner. Are you ready to vote? Jim Daly explains why your one vote really does have power … but only if you use it.
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Duration:00:01:30
Character like Chandler Bing
10/28/2024
How important is integrity? Our need for it is woven so deeply into our humanity that we even demand it from imaginary characters on television where the consequences are make believe. Jim Daly explains.
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Duration:00:01:30
Perfect Children
10/25/2024
We all hope our children become mature, successful adults. While that’s a worthy goal, Jim Daly explains why it’s possible to expect too much from our kids.
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Duration:00:01:30
A Half Inch from History
10/24/2024
On July 13, 2024, America was half an inch away from history. At any given moment, we’re a whisper away from disaster. Jim Daly explains why and answers the question, “How do we find peace in an unpredictable world?”
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Honesty and Respect
10/23/2024
Like two sides of a coin, every strong marriage exhibits two qualities. Jim Daly shares what those two characteristics are and explains how they draw you closer together as a couple.
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Duration:00:01:30
Character Over Convenience
10/22/2024
Without integrity, our choices are rooted in convenience. With integrity, our choices are rooted in character. Jim Daly explains why it’s best to do what’s right because it’s right, no matter what it costs us.
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Duration:00:01:30
Relationship and Influence
10/21/2024
Guiding teenagers can be tough. Jim Daly shares why your influence will increase as your children grow older and more mature … if you keep your relationship with them open.
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Duration:00:01:30
How to Create a “Certain” Marriage
10/18/2024
Psychologist John Gottman says that he can predict with 94 percent certainty whether or not a marriage will be successful. Jim Daly shares an objective way for you to gauge your marriage’s health and to grow from it.
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Duration:00:01:30
An Angel on the Cliffs
10/17/2024
To the rest of the world, Don Ritchie was an insurance salesman in Sydney, Australia. But to people without hope, a step away from eternity, Ritchie was an angel in their hour of need. Jim Daly shares his story.
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Duration:00:01:30
Showcase Your Wife
10/16/2024
A famous Russian choreographer once said, “The ballet is woman.” Jim Daly explains how the interaction between a male and female ballet dancer can teach men to enjoy a deeper, more meaningful relationship with their wives.
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Duration:00:01:30
When You Have It All
10/15/2024
While a desire for “more” can inspire hard work and ambition, it won’t fill our souls. Jim Daly explains why true happiness isn’t found in abundance. It’s found in meaning and purpose.
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Duration:00:01:30
Ditch Digging
10/14/2024
Have you ever used shock value to drive home an important life lesson to your child? Every parent probably has. But there’s a better way to motivate children. Jim Daly shares what it is.
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Strength of Unconditional Love
10/11/2024
The term “unconditional love” gets bandied about when people discuss what makes a marriage work well. But what does unconditional love look like in everyday life? Jim Daly shares a story that makes it crystal clear.
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Clergy Appreciation Month
10/10/2024
October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Jim Daly offers practical ways for letting those who minister to you know how much you appreciate their faithful service and devotion to God … and you.
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Duration:00:01:30
How Much Screen Time?
10/9/2024
How much is too much when it comes to screen time for children? Jim Daly encourages parents with this truth: the ingredients a child needs to live well won’t come from a computer but from real experiences with real people.
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Duration:00:01:30
Limitations into Opportunities
10/8/2024
What holds you back in life? Time? Money? Confidence? Whatever it is, Jim Daly offers this advice: to move forward, find ways to turn your limitations into opportunities.
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Duration:00:01:30