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Focus on the Family Commentary is a 90-second daily feature heard on more than 300 stations throughout the United States. Addressing the marriage and parenting topics listeners care about most, Focus on the Family Commentary offers timeless wisdom in an ever-changing world.

Focus on the Family


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    When the Majority Is Wrong

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 1:30


    How should society make decisions about human worth and dignity? Popular opinion? Majority rule? Jim Daly explains why stable societies rely on a strong moral compass that points true north. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Kids Are Part of the Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 1:30


    Parenting can be hard on marriage. Even well-behaved children can be disruptive. Jim Daly shares why kids aren’t separate from your marriage, they’re an integral part of it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Seek Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 1:30


    If we don’t challenge ourselves to face real danger and real fear from time to time, our minds will create it out of nothing. Jim Daly explains how facing up to what we fear makes us stronger. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Steps to Teaching Manners

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 1:30


    Children won’t develop good manners on their own. They must be taught. Jim Daly shares the most effective way to teach children how to be polite and respectful toward others. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Marriage-Focused Home

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 1:30


    A child-focused home seems like a good idea. After all, parenting is one of the most important jobs in life. Jim Daly explains why a marriage-focused home is one of the greatest gifts you can offer your children. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Cluttered by Garbage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 1:30


    Are your choices leading you toward greater peace and purpose? Or are they piling up spiritual, emotional, and relational garbage? Jim Daly shares how to reach new heights by pursuing a life rooted in wisdom. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Safety in an Online World

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 1:30


    The online world is where your child will find the Internet, social media, smart phones, and too many apps to count. And all of it can put them at risk. Jim Daly shares how to keep your children safe in an online world. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Immediate but Everlasting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 1:30


    Lots of people believe in love at first sight, but how many believe in love that transcends mere emotion? Jim Daly explains how to stay the course together in your marriage and confront adversity together. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Confidence with Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 1:30


    Children won’t learn good character on their own. It must be taught. Jim Daly shares how to prepare your children for the future by instilling them with confidence. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Better Off Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 1:30


    Malcolm and his spouse were in such bad conflict that he chose to run for the hills – literally. Jim Daly shares the story of Malcolm’s disappearing act and offers tips for handling conflict in your marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Daddy Caddy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 1:30


    Most of us won’t have a front row seat to our child’s greatest success, but Jim Daly explains how we can enter our child’s everyday world, connect with them, and influence their lives forward. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Stop Thinking Like an Adult

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 1:30


    It’s no surprise that parents think like adults; they’re focused on structure and responsibility. But the most effective parents play just as hard as they work. Jim Daly shares a great way to create positive memories with your kids. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Bring It into the Light

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 1:30


    Light is a common metaphor in the English language. It stands for wisdom, truth, and understanding. Jim Daly shares how to have a better marriage, relationship with your children, or career by bringing them into the light. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Let the Love Fog Clear

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 1:30


    Just because you’re madly in love, does that mean you should get married? Jim Daly explains why it’s best to let the love fog clear before you decide. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Mom Used to Tell Me

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 1:30


    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.

    All the Marbles

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 1:30


    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.

    “Do” Goals Versus “Be” Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Imperfect Couples

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Manners for the Long Haul

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 1:30


    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.

    The Gift of Not Giving

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Hope Like a Diamond

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Harder and Faster

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 1:30


    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.

    What Will Your Legacy Be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 1:30


    What kind of legacy would you like to leave for your children? Jim Daly explains why, for bad or for good, your influence will ripple through the lives of your children long after you’re gone. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Cracks of Busyness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 1:30


    Busyness keeps the ground beneath a marriage shaky, which leads to cracks in the relationship. Jim Daly shares how couples can overcome busyness together. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Art of Husbandry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 1:30


    Things are rarely black and white in marriage. Even when a husband thinks he knows what to do, uncertainty can rise up. Jim Daly shares why being a good husband isn’t rocket science, but there is an art to it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Present in Our Suffering

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 1:30


    “Where is God when we suffer?” is one of the most common questions people ask. Jim Daly explains why it’s in the darkness that God’s light shines the brightest. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Miscarriage: Finding Hope in the Midst of Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 1:30


    According to the March of Dimes, between 10 and 20 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage. And yet, most people don’t understand how to come alongside a loved one who has suffered one. Jim Daly shares helpful advice. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Top Gun Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 1:30


    Hollywood gets a lot wrong. Like romance. True love is portrayed as a one-time flash of passion. Jim Daly shares why real love stories are built out of trust, commitment, and shared purpose. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    See Long Term

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 1:30


    Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates why teaching children to take responsibility today enables them to live as successful adults tomorrow. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    More Valuable Than Vomit

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 1:30


    If you’re thinking about divorce, take a deeper look at your marriage. Your relationship might have more value than you think. Jim Daly illustrates why – with a true story about whale vomit. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

    Irreducible Complexity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Temperament and Obedience

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 1:30


    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.

    A Beautiful Lawn, A Beautiful Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Mending the Holes in Your Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Mistakes in Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Intelligence and Character

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Spring Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Everest-Sized Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 1:30


    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.

    Consistency in Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 1:30


    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.

    People You Call Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 1:30


    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.

    People You Call Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 1:30


    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.

    The Danger of Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 1:30


    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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