Focus On The Family Commentary

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

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

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

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

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

Do you have entitled teenagers? A child who feels “I deserve it” can really cause problems in a household. Jim Daly shares helpful tips for teaching your child contentment and gratitude.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What can a set of x-rays and a gorilla teach you about building a healthy marriage? Jim Daly shares the answer.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Today is Bring Your Bible Day. If you’re a person of faith, consider participating. Even if you’re not, consider supporting it. Jim Daly explains why Bring Your Bible Day is ultimately a celebration of freedom.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Is free speech for everyone? Or only a privileged few? For society to move forward with our freedom intact, Jim Daly says we must protect each other’s right to free speech, not restrict it.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most childhood memories are rooted in experiences, not words. We remember what happens more than what people say. To raise kids with character, Jim Daly says find ways for them to experience truth rather than just hear it.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do you have everything you need to enjoy good health? Eating well, exercising, and sleeping at least eight hours each night are good habits, but you may be overlooking something important. Jim Daly shares what that is.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly has two great ideas to help you improve your marriage. They’re simple, but if you have the courage to try them, they’ll help your marriage to grow.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What kind of a fool would trade the future for something worthless? People do it every day. Jim Daly explains why ancient wisdom from the Bible is as relevant today as the day it was written.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Good health is a function of spiritual well-being as well as physical. Jim Daly shares why a happy, healthy life isn’t about only living a long time. It’s about the quality you pour into those years.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you believe Hollywood, the secret to a happy marriage is someone “fixing” you. Jim Daly shares why great things happen when two healthy people give to their relationship instead of take.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There are three lies about failure children tell themselves that keep them from believing in themselves. Jim Daly shares what those lies are and how to help your kids overcome them.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The list of issues a couple can disagree about is endless. Jim Daly explains why what you argue about is far less important than how you argue.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Good fathering isn’t about good intentions. It’s about action. Jim Daly explains why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect opportunity to spend time with your children. Make the most of right now.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Hispanic Heritage Month – observed September 15 through October 15 – celebrates the contributions of the Hispanic community to American society, including the importance of family.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What do you do with a second chance? You make the most of it. Jim Daly explains why, whether your goal centers on your career, your marriage, or your parenting, the way forward is to seize every opportunity you can.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.