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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

Jim Daly


    • Jun 4, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 33m AVG DURATION
    • 547 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Focus on the Family on Oneplace.com

    How Dehumanizing Beliefs Shape Our Culture - I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 28:30


    God created each of us with love and intention – we're made in His image! Professor, and former agnostic, Nancy Pearcey explores how hostility towards our bodies is the hidden force lurking behind many of today's cultural issues. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Create Lifelong Memories with Your Kids Through Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 28:30


    Looking for a simple way to bring your family closer and help your kids succeed in school? Tune in as Sarah Mackenzie shares how reading aloud transformed her family life. Discover the surprising academic and character-building benefits of reading to your kids. Don't miss this heartwarming and practical episode! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Make Fun a Priority Now – Here's Why!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 28:30


    Is having fun essential to a robust faith? Author Annie F. Downs will encourage you to embrace a more joyful approach toward life. Annie says when you prioritize fun and feel true joy, you'll also feel closer to God. And it doesn't take a lot of money! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Transform Your Finances: Smart Steps for a Secure Future/Overcoming Burnout to Find Balance and Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 54:59


    Does making the most of your money feel like an impossible task? Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson shares money managing advice for every income, age, and career. Speaking with over 40 years of experience, you'll hear how to master your finances with a biblical perspective! Then Dr. Gregory Jantz shares his personal story of hitting a wall and experiencing burnout. He shares six keys for overcoming burnout, using a whole-person approach. He'll help you to streamline your stress, reclaim your true self, find sanity through simplicity, and find replenishment To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Praying to Protect the Heart of Your Son

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 28:30


    Guiding your son through the teen years can be an emotional roller coaster. Brooke McGlothlin explores the power of partnering with God through prayer in your son's life. You'll learn some key areas to pray for to cover your son and entrust him to the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    The Life-Changing Power of Faithful Friendships -II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 28:30


    It was an unlikely friendship from the start — a pastor and an atheist! The remarkable story of how God brought Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper – and their families – into a close friendship — which eventually led Walker to Christ! A heartwarming story of redemption To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    The Life-Changing Power of Faithful Friendships - I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 28:30


    It was an unlikely friendship from the start — a pastor and an atheist! The remarkable story of how God brought Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper – and their families – into a close friendship — which eventually led Walker to Christ! A heartwarming story of redemption. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Improve Yourself, Improve Your Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 28:30


    The best thing you can do for your marriage is to become emotionally healthy! Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott reveal the hallmarks of emotional health—discovering your profound significance to God, being unswervingly authentic, and giving yourself through love. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Paying Respects to Our Nation's Fallen Heroes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 28:29


    Memorial Day. For most of us, it signals the beginning of summer and fun times like barbeques and camping. Colonel Allen West reminds us of the true meaning of Memorial Day – remembering the sacrifices of the armed forces, the men and women who protect our freedoms. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 54:59


    Tragically, every husband and wife will carry past wounds into their marriage. But you can learn to overcome such wounds! We'll describe how you can comfort your spouse and bring profound healing into their life — and into your marriage! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

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    The Four Seasons of Intimacy in Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 28:30


    Life can really have its “ups” and “downs”…. So how does that impact the relationship with your spouse? Marriage coaches Dave and Ashley Willis will explain four stages of married life, and how those seasons can impact your level of intimacy To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    New Insights on the Dangers of the Abortion Pill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 28:30


    Dr. Bill Lile provides compelling new information about the dangers of the abortion pill. He highlights the rights of every preborn baby as a patient, the risks associated with the abortion pill, and the overwhelming success and benefits of Abortion Pill Reversal. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting – II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 28:30


    As a parent, it's easy to feel like you have a lot on your plate, and not enough time to scarf it down! Dr. Randy Schroeder describes simple, bite-sized tips for being a successful parent, and how you can achieve them as a couple! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    More Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting – I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 28:30


    As a parent, it's easy to feel like you have a lot on your plate, and not enough time to scarf it down! Dr. Randy Schroeder describes simple, bite-sized tips for being a successful parent, and how you can achieve them as a couple! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Transform Your Finances: Smart Steps for a Secure Future

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 28:30


    Does making the most of your money feel like an impossible task? Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson shares money managing advice for every income, age, and career. Speaking with over 40 years of experience, you'll hear how to master your finances with a biblical perspective! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Helping Your Children Navigate the Culture & Transforming Lives Through Foster Care

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 54:59


    Do you worry about the lies your kids are being told by the culture? Join us for a conversation with Hillary Ferrer, the founder of Mama Bear Apologetics. You'll learn how to teach your kids discernment and how to defend their faith. She'll help you navigate cultural ides like Marxism, Post-Modernism and more. Also, a couple shares their inspiring story of how God led them to foster three children and eventually add four children to their family permanently. They'll explain how you can be involved in blessing and supporting these children and foster care families who are all precious to God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Transforming Loneliness into Deeper Friendships

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 28:30


    Even with our high-tech world of communication and social media, people are desperately lonely. That's because God wired us for real human connection. Becky Harling will encourage you by sharing practical tools to help you cultivate meaningful relationships with others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    The Power of Prayer in Your Daughter's Life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 28:30


    Between social media, cultural pressures, and the search for purpose, teen girls are struggling. Mom of four, Stacy Thacker, encourages you to lean into the power of prayer for your own daughter. You'll learn how to effective lift your daughter before the Lord and entrust her to His care. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple - II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 28:30


    Tragically, every husband and wife will carry past wounds into their marriage. But you can learn to overcome such wounds! We'll describe how you can comfort your spouse and bring profound healing into their life — and into your marriage! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

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    How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple - I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 28:30


    Sometimes the problems in your marriage aren't about your spouse, but about your childhood! We'll explore emotional attachment and how easily we can learn to interact in unhealthy ways. But the good news is, you can learn to love your spouse better! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

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    Overcoming Burnout to Find Balance and Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 28:30


    Dr. Gregory Jantz shares his personal story of hitting a wall and experiencing burnout. He shares six keys for overcoming burnout, using a whole-person approach. He'll help you to streamline your stress, reclaim your true self, find sanity through simplicity, and find replenishment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 54:59


    If you want a strong and healthy family, you need to put them at “center stage!” Josh and Christi Straub offer great parenting insights on entering your child's world, how small adjustments can transform your family, and why emotional intelligence is key. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Encouraging Moms to Laugh

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 28:30


    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. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Practical Ideas for Loving Your Wife

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 28:30


    Sometimes married couples drift apart. Guys, if you've ever felt that might be happening, with busyness, routines, or the little things can drive a wedge between you and your wife. So what should you do to rekindle the romance? We'll share some practical, simple ways to reconnect! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Experiencing Freedom from Shame – II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 28:29


    There's hope and freedom in Christ for all who carry shame. Pastor Erwin Lutzer unfolds Scripture to help you overcome shame, replacing it with the beauty of God's grace through Jesus's death on the cross. Learn about the five steps to clearing your conscience in this uplifting conversation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Experiencing Freedom from Shame – I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 28:30


    There's hope and freedom in Christ for all who carry shame. Pastor Erwin Lutzer unfolds Scripture to help you overcome shame, replacing it with the beauty of God's grace through Jesus's death on the cross. Learn about the five steps to clearing your conscience in this uplifting conversation To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Preparing for the Empty Nest Years

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 28:30


    Your child has spread his wings and is prepared to leave the nest…but are YOU ready? A mother of six, Marci Seither, reminds you to breathe and trust God, as you launch your child into the world. She offers ways to help siblings transition and how to revitalize your marriage during this time. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    How the Love Languages Can Revolutionize Your Marriage/Survival Tips for New Dads

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 54:59


    Do you feel like your spouse doesn't appreciate your gestures of love? Learn about the different ways people experience and express love. We have a fascinating conversation about the five love languages. Gary Chapman shares insights from his marriage and ways to make the most out of yours. Then pregnancy is an exciting and beautiful time in the life of a couple. But let's be honest, it can also be confusing and stressful—especially for first-time dads! Aaron Sharp tells how he learned to best support his wife during four pregnancies and prepare for fatherhood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Transforming Lives Through Foster Care

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 28:30


    A couple shares their inspiring story of how God led them to foster three children and eventually add four children to their family permanently. They'll explain how you can be involved in blessing and supporting these children and foster care families who are all precious to God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Turning Down the Anger and Turning Up the Light

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 28:30


    There's so much anger in the culture, people often prefer yelling at each other or posting an ugly comment rather than getting to know their neighbor. Senator James Lankford suggests turning the country around by setting a Christlike example in our families and communities. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons - II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 28:30


    If you want a strong and healthy family, you need to put them “center stage!” Josh and Christi Straub offer great parenting insights on entering your child's world, how small adjustments can transform your family, and why emotional intelligence is key. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Putting Your Family First During Busy Seasons - I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 28:30


    Have you ever chased significance outside your home? Josh and Christi Straub explore the common struggle men and women face balancing their careers and families. Josh and Christi urge couples to be “famous at home” —making your marriage and family a priority. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Helping Your Children Navigate the Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 28:30


    Do you worry about the lies your kids are being told by the culture? Join us for a conversation with Hillary Ferrer, the founder of Mama Bear Apologetics. You'll learn how to teach your kids discernment and how to defend their faith. She'll help you navigate cultural ides like Marxism, Post-Modernism and more. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Hectic World

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 54:59


    Dr. Gregory Jantz unpacks the many reasons for increased anxiety in adults and teens, as he shares practical solutions for healthy living. He'll help you to take personal inventory, choose healthy habits, and address your spiritual needs as well. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma – II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 28:30


    If you have unhealthy patterns in your family – passed down through generations – it can feel impossible to break the cycle. Melanie Shankle shares how childhood trauma affected her life, marriage, and motherhood. And how freedom in Jesus Christ set a new path for her family. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma – I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 28:30


    If you have unhealthy patterns in your family – passed down through generations – it can feel impossible to break the cycle. Melanie Shankle shares how childhood trauma affected her life, marriage, and motherhood. And how freedom in Jesus Christ set a new path for her family. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    : Finding God's Peace by Understanding Psalm 23 - II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 28:30


    It's the most-memorized Psalm….Psalm 23. The late Pastor Steve Farrar explains that passage verse-by-verse to bring reassurance to every believer in Jesus Christ. Your good shepherd is out front, leading you through every circumstance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Finding God's Peace by Understanding Psalm 23 - I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 28:30


    Can you relate to the metaphor of Jesus as your Good Shepherd? The late Pastor Steve Farrar shares an engaging and humorous message on the imagery of Psalm 23. Learn your own sheep-like qualities and the benefits of having a shepherd to guide you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    How the Love Languages Can Revolutionize Your Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 28:30


    Do you feel like your spouse doesn't appreciate your gestures of love? Learn about the different ways people experience and express love. We have a fascinating conversation about the five love languages. Gary Chapman shares insights from his marriage and ways to make the most out of yours. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 54:59


    The supernatural is fascinating, mysterious, and sometimes spookyleaving us to wonder if something more is out there! Lee Strobel examines God's presence in the supernaturalfrom deathbed visions to miracles! He also looks at the evidence of the Resurrection of Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Why Easter is a Bigger Deal Than Most People Realize

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 28:30


    Every year, it's easy for the real celebration of Easter to get lost behind eggs, chocolate, and the bunny! Bob Lepine describes the significance of Good Friday and why the death and resurrection of Jesus is life-changing and world-changing! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Making Prayer a Priority in Your Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 28:30


    Prayer can be an underappreciated activity, but it's one of the most important ways you can care for your husband or wife. Ryan and Selena Frederick will help you grow closer to God, and closer to your spouse, through prayer. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Learning to Build Healthy Trust - II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 28:30


    To trust other people means to run the risk of betrayal, but we all have to trust in someone. Psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud discusses the five essentials of trust and offers specific guidance for those betrayed in marriage. He'll also encourage you to grow your faith in God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Learning to Build Healthy Trust - I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 28:30


    Your trust in someone has been broken, whether on the job, in a friendship, or in marriage. Psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud unpacks the five essentials of trust. He'll help you to rebuild trust in broken relationships and have confidence in Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Survival Tips for New Dads

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 28:30


    Pregnancy is an exciting and beautiful time in the life of a couple. But let's be honest, it can also be confusing and stressfulespecially for first-time dads! Aaron Sharp tells how he learned to best support his wife during four pregnancies and prepare for fatherhood. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Rediscovering the Faith in a Culture of Chaos & Inviting Your Child Into the Easter Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 54:59


    Dr. Os Guinness shares deep insights about the important cultural moment in America today. He'll inspire you to be salt and light in your circles of influence, as you pray for revival and live as a responsible citizen and a champion of freedom. Also, we'll explore how to teach young kids about the true meaning of Easter and the sacrifice Jesus made on our behalf. Helping children identify powerful emotions like joy, sadness, anger, and grief can make Christ's resurrection more relevant to their lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Healing Our Hurting Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 28:30


    What would you do to save your marriage? How far would you go to open the doors of communication? A pastor and his wife share how their relationship suffered from years of neglect - and then imploded. Hear the steps they took with God's help -- to heal. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Navigating Faith Deconstruction with Your Loved Ones – II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 28:30


    Faith deconstruction remains one of the most controversial and divisive issues facing believers in the church today. The result has been heartbreaking for families. Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett help Christians understand what's happening and how to respond with confidence and compassion. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Navigating Faith Deconstruction with Your Loved Ones – I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 28:30


    Faith deconstruction remains one of the most controversial and divisive issues facing believers in the church today. The result has been heartbreaking for families. Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett help Christians understand what's happening and how to respond with confidence and compassion. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Nurturing Joy in Your Child

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 28:30


    Happiness can be fleeting, but joy is rooted in faith and our confidence in Jesus. You'll learn the ABCs of raising joy-filled children. Even if you think you're a low joy person, you can strengthen, build, and cultivate joy in your family. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

    Comedy Mayhem from a Midwesterner's Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 28:30


    Could you use a good laugh? Comedian John Branyan, from Indiana, shares some hilarious observations on life from a distinctly midwestern point of view. And he'll conclude his message with a poignant story on the value of every human being. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

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