We want to help your family thrive! The Focus on the Family program offers real-life, Bible-based insights for everyday families. Help for marriage and parenting from families who are in the trenches with you. Focus on the Family is hosted by Jim Daly and
Dannah Gresh takes a fresh look at purity culture. She'll critique the flawed messages some women receive, while urging them not to miss the beauty of God's design for intimacy. She shares her own story of healing from sin and shame while equipping you to live free, whole, and with sexual integrity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Dannah Gresh takes a fresh look at purity culture. She'll critique the flawed messages some women receive, while urging them not to miss the beauty of God's design for intimacy. She shares her own story of healing from sin and shame while equipping you to live free, whole, and with sexual integrity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
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! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
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! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Are “screentime battles” taking over your home? You're not alone. After her son dropped out of college due to a video game addiction, Melanie Hempe took a deep dive in the science of brain development. Melanie shares practical advice for avoiding “toxic screens” and giving your kids a foundation for real life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When you're living on empty, it's tempting to reach for things that don't satisfy. Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She'll walk you through the life and rhythms of Jesus so you can experience renewed energy and purpose to serve others like never before! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
We're more connected than ever – yet many still feel alone. We'll ask the question, what if God is calling you to start right where you are? Jeff Dillon and Ty Dannenbring share practical ways to love your neighbors. It can be as simple as saying “hello.” You'll be encouraged to step out in faith and create meaningful connections. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
We'll explore common challenges moms face, especially during the early years of parenting – issues like depression and isolation. Transitioning from full-time career to stay-at-home mom. And finding time to rest! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
You know the drill — toddler meltdowns, ungrateful children, and the illusion of control. We've got lots of encouragement and hope for overwhelmed moms, reminding you of your unique ministry and God's power to help you through each day! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When Jason Johnson was nine years old, he got some life changing news—the man he called “dad” wasn't his biological father. Find out how Jason's stepdad pulled him out of a bad situation and changed his whole life. Learn how these events later inspired Jason to adopt children of his own To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
“For a good time, call HOME!” Pastor Ted Cunningham encourages couples to make a deliberate effort to have fun together and to enjoy each day as husband and wife. Laugh along and be encouraged as Ted shares stories from his own marriage. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
We're featuring another thought-provoking episode of Adventures in Odyssey, a radio drama where children can learn about gossip and why it's so harmful. This is a great reminder that kindness is always better than making jokes at the expense of others. Also, military life can place enormous strain on families, but those challenges are also opportunities for deeper faith! Air Force wife Beth Runkle shares how military spouses can replace fear with faith, use prayer as a powerful spiritual weapon, and see every new assignment as part of God's calling on their lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When the kids are grown and life begins to slow down, how do you keep your marriage strong? Larry McCall shares how to navigate this season with love, purpose, and Christ at the center. You'll hear how to grow closer, serve together, and leave a legacy of faith and devotion. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Many families do home renovation, but you may need a “family renovation” project as well! How to build strong character traits — like kindness, love, forgiveness, and fun — into your family relationships. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Military life can place enormous strain on families, but those challenges are also opportunities for deeper faith! Air Force wife Beth Runkle shares how military spouses can replace fear with faith, use prayer as a powerful spiritual weapon, and see every new assignment as part of God's calling on their lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When you're living on empty, it's tempting to reach for things that don't satisfy. Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She'll walk you through the life and rhythms of Jesus so you can experience renewed energy and purpose to serve others like never before! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When you're living on empty, it's tempting to reach for things that don't satisfy. Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She'll walk you through the life and rhythms of Jesus so you can experience renewed energy and purpose to serve others like never before! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Today's boys are growing up in a world where disrespect toward women is too often treated as normal. Dave and Ashley Willis—parents of four boys—will share powerful stories and biblical truths to help you raise sons who value honor, integrity, and true manhood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When your children become adults, the rules change! Dr. Kathy Koch offers practical, godly instructions to parents about stepping back, listening more, showing respect, and entrusting your adult kids into God's care. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Do you feel comfortable sharing the gospel? Evangelist Greg Stier shares an easy and non-confrontational way to engage others in a spiritual dialogue that could have eternal repercussions. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Suffering is real, but healing and wholeness are available in Christ. Abortion survivor Sarah Zagorski shares how she discovered the Lord though an adoptive family. God turned her suffering into victory—and she now helps other women choose life and find hope. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Suffering is real, but healing and wholeness are available in Christ. Abortion survivor Sarah Zagorski shares how she discovered the Lord though an adoptive family. God turned her suffering into victory—and she now helps other women choose life and find hope. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Being a part of “the anxious generation” doesn't have to be your story. Caroline Shankle and her mom, Melanie, open up about the real challenges of teenage life – bullying, comparisons, anxiety – and how to trust God with your future. You'll be encouraged to “face your giants” with faith and courage. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
There are times that marriage can be challenging, and Pastor Doug Fields shares that as Christians, we DO have an advantage in marriage – we can bring the Fruit of the Spirit, like patience, to ANY conflict. It's an upbeat look at marriage! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Often these days, moms seem to be really stressed out. We'll anticipate Mother's Day with a message of encouragement from Pastor Ted Cunningham. He'll share a refreshing perspective on the things that stress you out—and he'll explain the benefits of joyful laughter. Then when conflict with your spouse seems overwhelming, and you feel ready to quit, your marriage may be under spiritual attack! We'll examine how spiritual community, the armor of God, and prayer can protect your relationship and help your marriage become a witness to others! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Parenting books can help you become a better mom. But have you ever explored what biblical moms can teach you about motherhood? Rhonda Stoppe reviews fearless, flawed and faithful moms of the Bible — who can speak to your parenting journey today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Parenting books can help you become a better mom. But have you ever explored what biblical moms can teach you about motherhood? Rhonda Stoppe reviews fearless, flawed and faithful moms of the Bible — who can speak to your parenting journey today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
In most marriages, conflict is inevitable. But what if you could better manage what's triggering conflict between you and your spouse? Ron and Nan Deal offer more insights and practical help for healing past wounds and strengthening your marriage! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Imagine if your spouse gave you this ultimatum — it's either you or me, but one of us has to go! Ron and Nan Deal describe their crossroads moment and how God intervened to rescue their marriage! Discover how you can heal and restore your relationship! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
It can be easy to fall into a cycle of correcting behavior problems instead of truly relating to your son or daughter. Pastor Bill Smith describes how you can use gracious words to strengthen your relationship with your child. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
British evangelist J.John and his wife Killy share candid stories and advice about the ups and downs of 43 years of marriage and global ministry. You'll hear how “The Four R's” – respect, responsibility, romance, and resolve can shape a marriage to go the distance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Does your marriage need a little “pick me up”? Relationship coaches Gary and Barb Rosberg will provide concrete ideas for deepening your SPIRITUAL intimacy, with simple habits that will bless your marriage in many ways. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When your children become adults, the rules change! Dr. Kathy Koch offers practical, godly instructions to parents about stepping back, listening more, showing respect, and entrusting your adult kids into God's care. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When your children become adults, the rules change! Dr. Kathy Koch offers practical, godly instructions to parents about stepping back, listening more, showing respect, and entrusting your adult kids into God's care. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When you first put your faith in Christ, it wasn't difficult to feel passionate about following Him. But as the years have passed, have you lost that “fire” in your soul? Kim Meeder shares what you can do to start feeling passionate about Christ again, through loving others, embracing your freedom, and reconnecting with the Holy Spirit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When you first put your faith in Christ, it wasn't difficult to feel passionate about following Him. But as the years have passed, have you lost that “fire” in your soul? Kim Meeder shares what you can do to start feeling passionate about Christ again, through loving others, embracing your freedom, and reconnecting with the Holy Spirit. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
As your kids grow, your parenting style needs to grow with them. Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids through the stages of their development, from birth until adulthood. Discover practical ways to guide your kids in faith, character, and responsibility at every age. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Divorce is never what a couple envisions when they say, “I do.” Brandi Wilson shares the grief, anger, and loneliness of an unwanted divorce. She'll also give compassionate, practical insights for single parents. You'll hear about the incredible hope we have in Christ – to heal and restore families, even when a marriage ends. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
For much of his life, Lee Strobel has been inspiring people to believe in Jesus Christ. He'll equip you as a parent to engage your teenagers in meaningful conversations about the existence of God. He'll encourage you to invite the hard questions from your teens about life to help them stand with confidence in the Christian faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
What you say - and don't say - can improve your relationships! You'll be challenged to ‘tame your tongue' by avoiding lying, gossiping, and complaining. It's an encouraging reminder that you can honor God in your speech! Then is Artificial Intelligence challenging our perspective of what it means to be human? Abdu Murray explores the promise—and the danger—of AI, from its positive potential to the risks of tools like chatbots. Discover how to ground yourself and your family in the truth that we are made in the image of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
As your kids grow, your parenting style needs to grow with them. Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids through the stages of their development, from birth until adulthood. Discover practical ways to guide your kids in faith, character, and responsibility at every age. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
As your kids grow, your parenting style needs to grow with them. Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids through the stages of their development, from birth until adulthood. Discover practical ways to guide your kids in faith, character, and responsibility at every age. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
We all have troubles in life, but the real question is, how do you choose to respond to those troubles? Pastor David Ring shares how he overcame the challenges of cerebral palsy to become a messenger of God's grace to audiences around the world. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Imagine being born with cerebral palsy, suffering with daily pain and the ridicule of your peers, then losing both parents to cancer. David Ring shares how those terrible circumstances led him to the brink of despair, and how the Lord intervened on his behalf. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
When conflict with your spouse seems overwhelming, and you feel ready to quit, your marriage may be under spiritual attack! We'll examine how spiritual community, the armor of God, and prayer can protect your relationship and help your marriage become a witness to others! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Marriage isn't built in a single defining moment—it's formed in the everyday choices couples make with their words, attitudes and actions. Dave and Ashley Willis explore how small, intentional shifts in marriage can lead to lasting change. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Two-time Masters champion and hall of famer Bernhard Langer shares about his mom and dad's decision to go ahead with an at-risk pregnancy to give him life. He also talks about his successful career and how he and his family later committed their lives to Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Finance columnist Michelle Singletary offers wisdom on managing your money and shares biblical principles on helping friends and family members in need. She'll also talk about how to treat investments in times of uncertainty. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Finance columnist Michelle Singletary discusses wise money management during the economic downturn. She'll help you with the basics of getting out of debt, budgeting, and saving when money is tight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
In a world ruled by screens, what if your family could rediscover the wonders waiting just outside your door? Join award-winning author and mom of four, Amanda Dykes, as she shares simple, hands-on ways to help kids delight in God's creation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
Is Artificial Intelligence challenging our perspective of what it means to be human? Abdu Murray explores the promise—and the danger—of AI, from its positive potential to the risks of tools like chatbots. Discover how to ground yourself and your family in the truth that we are made in the image of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29?v=20251111
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