Focus on the Family Daily

Many families feel overwhelmed today, but are we overwhelmed for the right reasons? Kay Wyma examines why we need God's truth instead of cultural pressures of performance, beauty, and perfectionism.

We'll examine the horrors of sexual assault - and how survivors can find new hope and healing from God. Two women will share their miraculous stories of recovery and offer practical encouragement to other survivors and their caregivers.

Two women will share honestly about their worst nightmare - being raped - and their long recovery from fear, depression, and feeling unworthy. Find out how God intervened in their lives, providing healing and hope for the future.

In a world of social media influencers, and “likes,” it's easy to feel like you're not making a difference in the lives of others. Pastor Kyle Idleman describes how to share the Gospel with one person at a time, reflecting the way Jesus shared his love with us!

Our guests has a passion to see fathers return to their rightful place in the family, and to reform families in our nation by leading them through a process of surrender to God and reconciliation with one another.

You may have heard the music of Heinz Winkler, or even remember the very first SA Idols competition where he won the title. But this man and his wife Aletté are passionate, born again believers, on a mission to see family restored and healed in our nation, we'll be talking to them about a movement they've started, and are hoping to see make a lasting difference, in the lives of individuals and families around our country.

The abandoned, the homeless, the hopeless—where is God's grace in these situations? Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel shares moving testimonies of God's grace interlaced with his own personal experiences. He'll paint a powerful picture of how grace impacts every aspect of our lives, giving us hope.

The abandoned, the homeless, the hopeless—where is God's grace in these situations? Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel shares moving testimonies of God's grace interlaced with his own personal experiences. He'll paint a powerful picture of how grace impacts every aspect of our lives, giving us hope.

When our guest is faced with the possibility of losing her daughter after a car accident in which her brain is severely damaged, she finds herself hanging on to the promises of God in a way that she never has before, and her family experiences a miracle unfolding before their eyes, as the saints gather to pray and God moves his hand of grace.

The thought of losing a child is one that every parent has considered, and all will tell you they couldn't bear, so when our guest is told that it's unlikely her daughter will survive the effects of a car accident, she turns to God in surrender and calls on Him for hope.

Today's world is filled with “worldviews,” or different philosophies of life. But where is truth? We'll examine how you can measure any idea, worldview or belief against the reality of God's Word, and discover God's truth once and for all.

Parents have an assignment like no other. Our task is to raise self-sufficient adults who know their true identity and worth, but we can hit some serious speed humps along the way. Local speaker Brad Sadler will give a message that speaks to the heart of a parent as he talks with passion and honesty about his own parenting journey.

Parents have an assignment like no other. Our task is to raise self-sufficient adults who know their true identity and worth, but we can hit some serious speed humps along the way. Local speaker Brad Sadler will give a message that speaks to the heart of a parent as he talks with passion and honesty about his own parenting journey.

Pastor Andy Stanley provides real hope for every person who believes in Jesus Christ – a faith that is historically proven. Be sure that your faith is built on the foundation that the Lord provided, so you won't be swept away by life's storms.

Is your faith built on Solid Rock, or is it based on how “life” is treating you? Pastor Andy Stanley explains why many Christians have a ‘shaky faith', and provides real reasons why we can have a faith that defies any trial in life.

With God's help, you can find beauty, even in the midst of brokenness. Ann Voskamp shares about the loss of her sister in childhood and her spiritual journey to answer this question: What do you do with a broken heart?

Reverend Alistair Begg will share what to look for in a spouse, and what sort of spouse you should be: one filled with integrity, and continually pursuing a life of spiritual maturity. Hear wisdom for making one of the most important life decisions.

What should you look for in a spouse? Reverend Alistair Begg cautions that it should NOT be about physical appearance. After all, beauty and good looks by the world's standards—will fade.

You can fight with your spouse in a way that actually strengthens your marriage. You'll discover how you can build communication bridges by learning to seek permission to have the discussion, present the issue, explore solutions, acknowledge what you hear, and keep focused on the present.

What is a father's role and responsibility in the home, and why is it so important? Cassie and Jenny Carstens talk about why the world needs a father.

What is a father's role and responsibility in the home, and why is it so important? Cassie and Jenny Carstens talk about why the world needs a father.

Personality clashes, a child's terminal diagnosis, and a close-call emotional affair all led to a marriage falling apart at the seams. Recording artist Matt Hammitt and his wife, Sarah, candidly share their marriage struggles and how God's grace and forgiveness gave them enough hope to fight for their marriage.

Personality clashes, a child's terminal diagnosis, and a close-call emotional affair all led to a marriage falling apart at the seams. Recording artist Matt Hammitt and his wife, Sarah, candidly share their marriage struggles and how God's grace and forgiveness gave them enough hope to fight for their marriage.

God created you to enjoy your spouse, physically! Dr. Cliff and Joyce Penner join us to share how couples can increase their enjoyment of physical intimacy, and the importance of connecting every day as a couple, emotionally and spiritually.

God created you to enjoy your spouse, physically! Dr. Cliff and Joyce Penner join us to share how couples can increase their enjoyment of physical intimacy, and the importance of connecting every day as a couple, emotionally and spiritually.

If you've ever thought that marriage is just some antiquated institution that was the done thing in the old days, you'll want to listen in because we'll uncover why marriage is a beneficial sociological institution.

As a kingdom single, you are complete in Christ. That's the message from Dr. Tony Evans and Boundless host, Lisa Anderson discuss the purposeful, fulfilling life of contentment you can have, when you're connected in community with others and focused on being the person God made you to be.

As a kingdom single, you are complete in Christ. That's the message from Dr. Tony Evans and Boundless host, Lisa Anderson discuss the purposeful, fulfilling life of contentment you can have, when you're connected in community with others and focused on being the person God made you to be.

Two Christian women from different political perspectives and cultural backgrounds describe an unlikely but beautiful friendship that grew from having honest conversations about race. They'll offer inspiration and practical help for you to build bridges with others.

Marriage—even with its challenges—doesn't have to be hard! Arlene Pellicane looks at four key decisions you can make to strengthen your marriage and make your relationship with your spouse easier. When you establish solid ground rules, give thanks every day, seek to serve each other, and remember to have fun together, you can have a thriving marriage!

As a mom or dad, it's important to teach God's truth to your children. Kristen Hatton gives you some tools to establish a gospel foundation for your family in preparation for the teen years. You'll learn how to spiritually invest into your kids as they launch into adulthood.

Having issues with your in-laws? There's hope! A mother-in-law and daughter-in-law share how they've set boundaries and maintained peace with both their family and their husbands' families. Yes, it's possible!

Even though you know the day is coming when your child will leave home, there's a whirlwind of emotion that comes with it. Two moms explore those feelings with personal stories and some practical tips. They'll encourage you through the homestretch to prepare your child—and yourself—for their launch!

We all want to be more like Jesus — but are you prepared to live “radically” for him? Greg Stier urges believers to step out of their comfort zones and become totally committed to living out the Gospel every day!

We all want to be more like Jesus — but are you prepared to live “radically” for him? Greg Stier urges believers to step out of their comfort zones and become totally committed to living out the Gospel every day!

The Bible tells us to be careful how we speak, but often, it's too easy to drop a hasty or even harsh comment on social media. Pastor Ted Cunningham will encourage you to weigh your words carefully, so what you DO say has more power and influence.

Let's face it. Most children, strong-willed or not, will try to manipulate their parents. Dr. Kevin Leman offers you help to rein in your children, when they are seeking too much attention. Learn how to reduce the power struggles and restore peace to your home.

Let's face it. Most children, strong-willed or not, will try to manipulate their parents. Dr. Kevin Leman offers you help to rein in your children, when they are seeking too much attention. Learn how to reduce the power struggles and restore peace to your home.

It's hard to imagine a pastor feeling abandoned by God. But when a painful disease took over his life, Pastor Ed Underwood hit rock bottom … losing his faith and contemplating suicide. His story will encourage you through the heartbreaking moments of your life.

There is a type of physical suffering so severe that it causes people to commit suicide. And it broke the spirit of Pastor Ed Underwood, to the point where he renounced God and wanted to take his own life. If you've been so broken hearted that you're ready to give up, please join us for Pastor Underwood's dramatic testimony.

LOVE. It's something everyone wants, but often you need to give love first, in order to receive it. Bill Butterworth shares some fun insights he learned when he made a point of being more loving to his family and friends.

Growing up in the 1970s, Mac and Mary loved to “party” and have fun with their friends. But what they didn't expect was Mac's life-threatening addiction to drugs. We'll hear about this couple's journey away from their childhood faith and God's timely intervention to rescue Mac.

Growing up in the 1970s, Mac and Mary loved to “party” and have fun with their friends. But what they didn't expect was Mac's life-threatening addiction to drugs. We'll hear about this couple's journey away from their childhood faith and God's timely intervention to rescue Mac.

Your best friend is in three Bible studies—you're only in one. Your co-worker has her master's degree, but you haven't even finished college! The comparisons go on and on. Well-known speakers Juli Slattery, Shaunti Feldhahn and Julie Ann Barnhill confess some of their own insecurities and urge women not to hide behind a mask of perfection.

Raising a family can be rewarding, but there's also those inevitable tough times. Dr. Gary Chapman will share some biblical principles that will equip your family to “ride out” those tough days with grace and forbearance.

Well, I think it's safe to say we all want our families to operate in a healthy way, but that can be tough when we see mostly dysfunctional families all around us. Dr. Gary Chapman will give us a biblical model for family, with five principals to build a healthy home environment.

Imagine life if you were 100% in tune with God all the time! John Burke reminds us that God is the source of life and our contentment and joy. He gives us a clear picture of what it looks like to do life with God and how you can trust Him with your strongest and deepest desires!

Imagine life if you were 100% in tune with God all the time! John Burke reminds us that God is the source of life and our contentment and joy. He gives us a clear picture of what it looks like to do life with God and how you can trust Him with your strongest and deepest desires!

You raised her, taught her to love God, and now as an adult she's not speaking to you anymore. Dr. John Townsend provides help for strained relationships between parents and adult children. Learn to set healthy boundaries, forgive, and reconcile.

You raised her, taught her to love God, and now as an adult she's not speaking to you anymore. Dr. John Townsend provides help for strained relationships between parents and adult children. Learn to set healthy boundaries, forgive, and reconcile.

Eating meals around a table without distractions may seem like a small thing, but it makes a big impact. Ryan Rush shares how to make the most of mealtimes with your kids to nourish them physically, relationally, and spiritually.