Become a champion for your family in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee! Every episode of the Focus on the Family Christian podcast helps you confidently guide your loved ones through the unique challenges faced by today’s Christian families. With over 40 years of trusted, compassionate stories of redemption, hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller connect you to biblically sound marriage and parenting help that is relatable, practical, and interesting. Listen/Learn/Apply/ThriveInChrist!
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In less than an hour, catch up on the “best-of” Christian parenting and marriage insights from Focus on the Family. The Weekend bundles the highlights from five shows into a weekly segment you can listen to at home or on the go. Join hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller for the encouragement and resources your family needs to thrive together in Christ.
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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.
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Get the wisdom of an entire 30-minute Focus on the Family broadcast in just 60 seconds! Busy parents can find practical and trustworthy 'nuggets of truth' in these streamlined interviews with a Christian perspective. From potty-training your kids to communicating better in your marriage, you will get the inspiration you need to help your family thrive together in Christ.
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In this day and age of social media, cultural pressures, and searching for purpose, young girls are fighting for their lives. It’s up to us as parents to ground them in an identity in Christ and help them find their worth and value in God’s eyes. The best way to do that? Prayer! Stacey Thacker, mom of four daughters, explains the power of praying f…
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Marc Cameron encourages people to make sense of their childhood and reframe negative stories Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your …
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Our culture pushes us to seek significance at careers, making money, power, etc — all away from our family. In this interview, Josh and Christi Straub emphasize the importance of being “famous at home.” On day one, they discuss putting your spouse first, the need to reconnect, and working on your spouse’s heart. On day two, Josh and Christi encoura…
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It’s been over 50 years since Jim Daly’s mom died, but he still remembers helpful things she said that shaped the man he became. Jim shares a few of those comments and encourages you to consider how your mother influenced your life. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Our earliest childhood interactions will shape how we connect and communicate with each other as adults. The Yerkoviches and Camerons call these ways we interact “love styles,” and they describe how we can overcome wounds of our past to improve and strengthen our relationships, especially in marriage. Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio …
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Marc Cameron shares how your emotions are rooted in your family of origin. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support he…
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Our earliest childhood interactions will shape how we connect and communicate with each other as adults. The Yerkoviches and Camerons call these ways we interact “love styles,” and they describe how we can overcome wounds of our past to improve and strengthen our relationships, especially in marriage. Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio …
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Gregory Jantz talks about a time when he was working too hard and nearly burned out in the process. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Beyond Burnout and an audio download of "Overcoming Burnout to Find Balance and Hope" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Dr. Gregory Jantz developed a successful treatment center to help patients suffering with anxiety and depression. Ironically, he hit a wall and began to experience burnout. Speaking from experience, he shares 6 keys for overcoming burnout, using a whole-person approach. He prescribes personal inventory, healthy habits and diet, and spiritual renewa…
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Pastor Ted Cunningham shares a word of encouragement for moms about finding your identity in Christ. Listen to the Full Program Receive Ted's book A Love That Laughs for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of "Encouraging Moms to Laugh.” If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Pastor Ted Cunningham brings hilarious encouragement to moms by urging them to stop stressing out over non-essential decisions, and start actively seeking out a more lighthearted approach to life Receive Ted's book A Love That Laughs for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of "Encouraging Moms to Laugh.” Get More Episode …
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Jay Payleitner reminds us to remember those early days of our relationship. Listen to the Full Program Receive Jay Payleitner's book 52 Things Wives Need From Their Husbands plus a free audio download of "Practical Ideas for Loving Your Wife" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift tod…
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Jay Payleitner is urging men to step up and be more intentional about learning to become the best husbands they can be to their wives. He offers practical suggestions and funny stories about the ups and downs of married life. Receive Jay Payleitner's book 52 Things Wives Need From Their Husbands plus a free audio download of "Practical Ideas for Lo…
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It’s sad but true – we accept hypocrisy within ourselves much more easily than we accept it in others. Jim Daly shares why each of us chooses to create a world that’s broken … or a world that’s filled with love, courage, and justice. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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There is hope and freedom in Christ for all who carry shame. Using Scripture, Dr. Erwin Lutzer helps you as a believer to overcome shame, replacing it with the beauty of God’s grace through Jesus’ death on the cross. Learn about overcoming secondhand guilt and the five steps to clearing your conscience in this spiritually uplifting conversation. Re…
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Achieving goals in life doesn’t mean much if you aren’t becoming a better person along the way. Jim Daly explains why, in addition to “do” goals, we need “be” goals as well. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Di Focus on the Family
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Dr. Erwin Lutzer talks about the analogy of two trails; one is messy, and the other is well traveled. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Power of a Clear Conscience plus a free audio download of "Experiencing Freedom from Shame" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift toda…
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Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares a lesson based on a spoiled sandwich. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Power of a Clear Conscience plus a free audio download of "Experiencing Freedom from Shame" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families t…
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Every couple is a work in progress. Jim Daly shares how you and your spouse can be intentional about working together to create a “perfectly imperfect” marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Di Focus on the Family
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There is hope and freedom in Christ for all who carry shame. Using Scripture, Dr. Erwin Lutzer helps you as a believer to overcome shame, replacing it with the beauty of God’s grace through Jesus’ death on the cross. Learn about overcoming secondhand guilt and the five steps to clearing your conscience in this spiritually uplifting conversation. Re…
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Marci Seither explains why it’s important to allow the Lord to do His work on your children as they grow and reach adulthood. Listen to the Full Program Receive Marci Seither's book Empty Nest plus a free audio download of "Preparing for the Empty Nest Years" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us…
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Teaching manners to kids isn’t always easy. Jim Daly shares a personal story of an incident that taught him and his wife why parents have to stick with teaching manners for the long haul. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Di Focus on the Family
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Your child is has spread her wings and is prepared to leave the nest…but are you ready? Marci Seither reminds you to breathe and trust God as you launch your child into the world. She’ll propose ways you can help siblings transition and give you thoughts on how to revitalize your marriage during this time. Receive Marci Seither's book Empty Nest pl…
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Dr. Gary Chapman shares insights from his bestselling book, The Five Love Languages. He offers a humorous look at his own marriage and advice on how you can experience a deeper level of intimacy with your spouse. Then Aaron Sharp candidly shares about his experience as a “four-time pregnancy survivor,” sharing how he learned that his wife’s hormone…
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Wendy Griffith details some of the difficulties those choosing to foster parent might go through. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Fostering Jesus plus a free audio download of "Transforming Lives Through Foster Care" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Buying gifts for children can be fun, but parents can overdo it. Jim Daly shares why letting children earn the things they want will help them develop the maturity they’ll need throughout adulthood. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Di Focus on the Family
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Bob and Wendy Griffith share their inspiring story of how God led them to foster three children and eventually add four children to their family permanently. They discuss the “power of one yes,” sharing how God multiplied their faithfulness within their church to see many other families get involved in foster care – and its lasting impact on the co…
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U.S. Senator James Lankford tells a story about encountering a man he disagreed with politically. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Turnaround plus a free audio download of "Turning Down the Anger and Turning Up the Light" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your m…
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Goodness is often hidden beneath the surface of our bad circumstances, but we’re blind to it. Jim Daly explains why, though hardship is never easy, it can sometimes become the source of something better in our lives. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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There is so much anger in the culture that people often prefer yelling at each other or posting an ugly comment on social media rather than getting to know their neighbor. But shouting won’t solve anything. Senator James Lankford says Washington DC is a reflection of the anger in America, and the way to turn the country around is by how we live our…
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Life is busy, but when we get out of balance, we often miss out on the very things that make life worth living. Jim Daly shares a timely story that explains why it’s so important to make room for the important people in our lives. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Dr. Josh Straub gives a sobering take on the influence we can have on our kids. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Famous at Home plus a free audio download of "Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support h…
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