Focus on the Family Broadcast

Dino and Ashley Petrone have lived a whirlwind life — they married young, started a family, and have had many adventures remodeling homes together. They don’t want to settle for what’s “comfortable,” because they believe God has often called them to harder, more challenging paths in order to become the best couple and parents they can be! Receive a copy of Designed to Last and an audio download of "How to Cultivate Lasting Love" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Pro-life activist David Bereit shares an unforgettable story of the power of prayer in a deconsecrated church that had been used as an abortion facility. You can save a mother and her baby from the tragedy of abortion with your generous and compassionate gift now. Your immediate action will help connect expectant mothers with the resources and encouragement they need to choose life! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

When it comes to instilling character in our kids, the most important aspect we can teach and model for them is resilience. On this two-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Dr. Kathy Koch explores ways you can help your child face challenges with courage, confidence, and conviction. You’ll get a solid idea of what it looks like to bounce back from struggles and difficulties, as well as some tools to help you develop and nurture a spirit of resilience in your home. Receive the book Resilient Kids plus an audio download of the broadcast "Helping Your Child Develop Resilience" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

When it comes to instilling character in our kids, the most important aspect we can teach and model for them is resilience. On this two-day Focus on the Family broadcast, Dr. Kathy Koch explores ways you can help your child face challenges with courage, confidence, and conviction. You’ll get a solid idea of what it looks like to bounce back from struggles and difficulties, as well as some tools to help you develop and nurture a spirit of resilience in your home. Receive the book Resilient Kids plus an audio download of the broadcast "Helping Your Child Develop Resilience" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Former NFL chaplain Carey Casey shares a message about racial unity and Christian love. He describes the legacy passed on from his father and grandfather, who inspired and challenged him through the lessons they learned while overcoming true hardships. We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Justin Brierley is a Christian apologist, popular author and podcaster in the U.K., reaching thousands as he shares from a Christian worldview. He believes there is a growing wave of faith in the culture, including among skeptics and atheists, and believers have a great opportunity to share the gospel. Based on his book Why I’m Still a Christian, Justin shares how science and other disciplines point to our Creator. Reaching beyond intellect, he also addresses heart issues that are drawing people in the culture to search for truth. Receive a copy of Why I’m Still a Christian and an audio download of "Providing Hope to a Doubting Culture" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Randy Schroeder recommends husbands and wives learn to forgive each other, be solution-focused in conflict, and infuse laughter into their relationship. He also warns about having secrets, interrupting each other, and using sarcasm. Couples can learn better ways to interact and communicate! Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and a free audio download of “How to Break Bad Habits and Cultivate a Healthy Marriage” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Randy Schroeder recommends husbands and wives learn to forgive each other, be solution-focused in conflict, and infuse laughter into their relationship. He also warns about having secrets, interrupting each other, and using sarcasm. Couples can learn better ways to interact and communicate! Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and a free audio download of “How to Break Bad Habits and Cultivate a Healthy Marriage” for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Tricia Goyer encourages Christians to embrace happiness in the Lord. She describes her painful past as an unmarried teen mom, the dangers of trying to be perfect and striving to do more rather than celebrate all the good God has done. Tricia also shares stories about navigating the trauma of her 7 adopted kids and learning to trust God for the results. Receive the book Heart Happy and a free audio download of “Finding Happiness in the Chaos of Life” for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

With forty years in the TV business and from personal experience, David Murrow understands the negative effects from overuse of screens. He discusses positive and negative uses of various media and offers great practical advice for you as a parent as you guide your children and manage screens in your home. Receive the book People Can’t Drive You Crazy If You Don’t Give Them the Keys and a free audio download of “Getting a Handle on Your Screen Time” for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Every life matters—and every child is a gift from God. When Mauricio and Christin Rosa learned their preborn son had a life-threatening diagnosis, they faced choices no parent ever wants to face. Yet, through fear and uncertainty, they chose to trust God and to choose life. Their story is one of courage, faith, and the unshakable belief that every life has purpose and value. You can save a mother and her baby from the tragedy of abortion with your generous and compassionate gift now. Your immediate action will help connect expectant mothers with the resources and encouragement they need to choose life! And when you give today, we’ll say thanks by sending you the book, Saving Nate: Choosing Life after a Devastating Prenatal Diagnosis, as well as a free audio download of “Choosing Life After a Devastating Prenatal Diagnosis.” Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

It began with panic attack about having “too much” stuff in her home and schedule — prompting Courtney toward a spiritual journey of saying “no” to shopping, screens, and busyness. As a result, she and her family have more capacity to hear from the Lord and spend time with others. Receive the book Uncluttered and an audio download of "Clearing Out Your Space and Schedule" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

It began with panic attack about having “too much” stuff in her home and schedule — prompting Courtney toward a spiritual journey of saying “no” to shopping, screens, and busyness. As a result, she and her family have more capacity to hear from the Lord and spend time with others. Receive the book Uncluttered and an audio download of "Clearing Out Your Space and Schedule" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

For years, Christy Osborne turned to wine to manage grief, a struggling marriage, and the pressures of motherhood, only to feel trapped in her habits. In desperation, she cried out to Jesus—and through His grace, began a journey of healing, finding new strength in Scripture and healthier ways to face life’s challenges. She shares her story as a testimony of God’s peace, redemption, and the lasting hope found in Him. Receive the Love Life Sober plus a free audio download of “Discovering the Joy of an Alcohol-Free Life” for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson has spent more than 45 years guiding individuals and couples in everyday financial situations. Discussing his book, Your Money Made Simple, he offers practical advice for mastering your finances biblically—and it’s not about how much money you make! Receive the Your Money Made Simple bundle plus a free audio download of “Transform Your Finances: Smart Steps for a Secure Future” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Keeping your kids engaged during family devotions can be quite the challenge. The last thing you want is for your kids to think that God’s Word is boring! In this Best of 2025 episode, Mr. Tim Shoemaker shares how he revitalized his devotional time with his sons. You’ll learn how to share important life and spiritual applications through some “kinda dangerous” object lessons, and you’ll be encouraged as you seek to pass down your faith to the next generation. Receive The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions, Volume 1 plus a free audio download of the broadcast "Surprise Your Kids with Unforgettable Faith Lessons" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Comedian John Branyan celebrates the sensibilities of those who live in the Midwest……what some people from the West and East coasts refer to as “Flyover Country.” The “coasters” think their big cities and beaches are special, but the Midwest contains all of America’s food! After riffing on a variety of subjects, John closes with a very encouraging word picture about the value of every human life. Get free access to almost four hours of family-friendly comedy from John Branyan, Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes and Chonda Pierce. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

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! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

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 download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

What will heaven be like? That’s a question many people ponder. And with some people experiencing glimpses of heaven when they have been close to death, we hear descriptions that exceed the boundaries of our imagination. In this Best of 2025 episode, Pam Farrel shares her vision of heaven as a result of a medically-induced coma, while expert John Burke backs up her experience with his near-death experience research and stories. It’s a fascinating discussion—full of hope and wonder—that you don’t want to miss! Receive the Imagine Heaven bundle plus a free audio download of “Envisioning What Heaven Will Be Like” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Husbands and wives can strengthen their relationship with regular “date nights.” It doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive – simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions! The Laffoons also recommend having fun, having a purpose for your date, and doing what your spouse most desires. Receive the book Ultimate Date Night and an audio download of "Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Gather ‘round the fireplace with the Robertson clan from A&E’s Duck Dynasty while they share their favorite family Christmas stories. On this 2022 beloved Focus on the Family broadcast episode, you’ll hear from the late Phil Robertson, Miss Kay, their four sons and wives, Phil’s long-lost daughter, and Uncle Si as they reminisce and recall Robertson family Christmas memories. From duck hunting gone awry to silly Christmas antics, you’ll feel right at home! Receive the book Exploring the Joy of Christmas and the audio download of the broadcast "Helping Kids Navigate Worry in Healthy Ways" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

J.John explains why we need to take the Great Commission seriously and share Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors in a ‘natural’ way. He encourages us to invest in others through prayer, small acts of caring, and by reaching across social barriers. Receive a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth with a free audio download of “Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus " for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

J.John explains why we need to take the Great Commission seriously and share Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors in a ‘natural’ way. He encourages us to invest in others through prayer, small acts of caring, and by reaching across social barriers. Receive a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth with a free audio download of “Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus " for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In today’s culture, we fear “getting old” and many older adults feel less valuable than they should. But Isabel Tom is encouraging families to honor our elders and cherish them — for their wisdom, experience, and availability in our lives. Receive the book The Value of Wrinkles and the audio download of the broadcast "Heartwarming Ways to Love the Elderly in Your Family" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

This Best of 2025 episode is based on Lee Strobel’s newest book, Seeing the Supernatural. Dive into the scriptures with us and explore what the Bible has to say about supernatural phenomena, showing how God works in the nonphysical realm. Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

This Best of 2025 episode is based on Lee Strobel’s newest book, Seeing the Supernatural. Dive into the scriptures with us and explore what the Bible has to say about supernatural phenomena, showing how God works in the nonphysical realm. Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Ann Wilson was simply trying to help her husband, Dave, become a godlier man. But Dave felt like she was constantly “booing him” as a husband and father. The Wilsons explain why spouses need to be more encouraging and supportive of one another, focusing on positives rather than negatives in your spouse. Receive the book How to Speak Life to Your Husband When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him and the audio download of the broadcast "Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Ann Wilson was simply trying to help her husband, Dave, become a godlier man. But Dave felt like she was constantly “booing him” as a husband and father. The Wilsons explain why spouses need to be more encouraging and supportive of one another, focusing on positives rather than negatives in your spouse. Receive the book How to Speak Life to Your Husband When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him and the audio download of the broadcast "Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Kids are no strangers to big emotions. This can be scary for parents to navigate. Michelle Nietert is a licensed professional counselor, author, and mother of two. With personal stories and expert advice, Michelle provides practical and faith-based tools for parents to guide their little ones through emotions – big and small! Receive Bringing Big Emotions to a Bigger God Bundle and the audio download of the broadcast "Cultivating Healthy Emotional Habits with Your Children" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ultimately, death by suicide. Sheila couldn’t understand why her dad hated her, but resolved to do better for her Heavenly Father. Hear why Sheila ended up in a psychiatric hospital at age 34, and how Jesus helped her see her truth worth as His child. Receive a copy of The Six Conversations and an audio download of "How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ultimately, death by suicide. Sheila couldn’t understand why her dad hated her, but resolved to do better for her Heavenly Father. Hear why Sheila ended up in a psychiatric hospital at age 34, and how Jesus helped her see her truth worth as His child. Receive a copy of The Six Conversations and an audio download of "How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent to take an active role in guiding and shaping your son’s character. She says the foundation of any boy’s life is built on three things: his relationship with God, his parents, and his siblings and friends. Dr. Meeker takes a positive view of masculinity as she offers seven secrets to raising healthy sons. Receive the book Boys Should Be Boys and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent to take an active role in guiding and shaping your son’s character. She says the foundation of any boy’s life is built on three things: his relationship with God, his parents, and his siblings and friends. Dr. Meeker takes a positive view of masculinity as she offers seven secrets to raising healthy sons. Receive the book Boys Should Be Boys and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Communication is a key factor in any healthy relationship, especially when nurturing your connection with your spouse. In this Best of 2025 episode, Heather Holleman and her husband, Ashley, join us to share practical insights on communicating effectively within marriage while living out a gospel-centered life together. Their encouragement serves as inspiration to guide you on how to strengthen your marriage through intentional care and conversations. Receive a copy of The Six Conversations and an audio download of "How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family environment, like an attitude of service, and shares inspirational stories from his own family that you will enjoy. Receive the book Five Traits of a Healthy Family: Steps You Can Take to Grow Closer, Communicate Better, and Change the World Together and the audio download of the broadcast "Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family environment, like an attitude of service, and shares inspirational stories from his own family that you will enjoy. Receive the book Five Traits of a Healthy Family: Steps You Can Take to Grow Closer, Communicate Better, and Change the World Together and the audio download of the broadcast "Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gregory Jantz addresses the increasing anxiety being experienced in modern culture. 1 in 5 adults struggle with anxiety and 1 in 4 teens. With his whole-person approach, Jantz unpacks the myriads of reasons for this trend and shares practical solutions for healthy living. He will help you to attack the three-headed monster of worry, anxiety, and stress by asking you to take personal inventory, choose healthy habits and diet, and address your spiritual needs through God’s Word, prayer, and Christian community. Receive the book The Anxiety Reset and the audio download of the broadcast "Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Hectic World" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gregory Jantz addresses the increasing anxiety being experienced in modern culture. 1 in 5 adults struggle with anxiety and 1 in 4 teens. With his whole-person approach, Jantz unpacks the myriads of reasons for this trend and shares practical solutions for healthy living. He will help you to attack the three-headed monster of worry, anxiety, and stress by asking you to take personal inventory, choose healthy habits and diet, and address your spiritual needs through God’s Word, prayer, and Christian community. Receive the book The Anxiety Reset and the audio download of the broadcast "Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Hectic World" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Former atheist and award-winning legal editor Lee Strobel sets out to uncover the truth behind Christmas. Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem? Why December 25th? Through careful investigation and historical insight, Lee separates fact from fiction – revealing the true reason for the season: celebrating the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Receive a copy of The Case for Christmas and an audio download of "Examining the Evidence of Christmas" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

The Christmas season often comes along with high expectations and chaos. But Julie and David Lavender want to help families slow down and contemplate the greatest gift that God gave mankind — the birth of His son, Jesus Christ. The Lavenders share stories and fun memories from their family. Receive a copy of Children’s Advent Stories for Bedtime and an audio download of "Discover the Joy of Advent with Your Child" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Jay Milbrandt shares his research about the Pilgrims’ journey from England to North America as they fled religious persecution. As a descendant of two early immigrants on the Mayflower, Milbrandt was curious about what the true story was behind their ocean voyage. He describes the harsh conditions that the Pilgrims and Puritans endured, as they barely survived the first couple of years, with the help of an Indian named Squanto and the native Wampanoag tribe, explaining how festivals in Plymouth, Massachusetts became connected to our modern-day Thanksgiving. He also shares about the significance of the Mayflower Compact, which in some ways laid a foundation for the U.S. Constitution. Receive Jay Milbrandt's book They Came for Freedom for your donation of any amount! And when you give today, your support will be DOUBLED to Give Families Hope! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.