Podcast appearances and mentions of Jim Daly

Jason and Tori Benham provide a series of practical, Bible-based principles to help couples experience stronger, healthier, and more godly marriages. They describe better ways to handle conflict, communication, and practicing “being present” with your family – especially when it’s hard. Receive a copy of Marriage A to Z and an audio download of "Simple Yet Profound Ways to Transform Your Marriage" 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.

What would happen in your marriage if you simply told your spouse what you love about them? Kathy Lipp joins Jim Daly to share about an experiment she and her church did with couples. Then, Erin Smalley discusses the difference that giving your spouse regular compliments can make. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Happy Habits for Every Couple Focus on Marriage Assessment Fun Ways to Pep Up Your Marriage Download the Godcaster App Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Have you, your spouse and kids sat down and had a meal together recently? Jim Daly talks with Pastor Ryan Rush and his wife Lana to share some creative ideas for enjoying meals with your family. Then, John and Danny reflect back on when their now grown kids still lived at home and how special those family dinners were. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Restore the Table for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Creating Memorable Mealtimes 50 Questions to Ask Your Kids at the Dinner Table Dinner: Nourish Your Family … as a Family Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Raising a daughter today isn’t easy. Between social pressure, cultural expectations, and questions about identity and self-worth, many parents wonder if they’re doing enough. Dannah Gresh explores how moms can connect deeply with their daughters, guide them with grace, and help them grow strong in their faith and confidence in who God created them to be. Receive a copy of 8 Great Dates for Moms and Daughters and an audio download of "Cultivating a Strong Mother-Daughter Bond" 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.

Prayer often comes with many questions: Why didn’t God answer my prayer? Why does God allow suffering and evil in the world? Why does prayer even matter? Theologian Dr. Erwin Lutzer answers each of these concerns with empathy for those who struggle with unanswered prayer as he reminds us of God’s trustworthiness and sovereign plan, firmly based on His promises. He shares that prayer isn’t about changing God’s will but aligning ours with Him, as we grow deeper in our relationship with Him. Receive a copy of Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers? A Biblical Guide to God’s Hidden Purposes and an audio download of "Trusting God When He Doesn't Answer Your Prayers" 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.

Prayer often comes with many questions: Why didn’t God answer my prayer? Why does God allow suffering and evil in the world? Why does prayer even matter? Theologian Dr. Erwin Lutzer answers each of these concerns with empathy for those who struggle with unanswered prayer as he reminds us of God’s trustworthiness and sovereign plan, firmly based on His promises. He shares that prayer isn’t about changing God’s will but aligning ours with Him, as we grow deeper in our relationship with Him. Receive a copy of Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers? A Biblical Guide to God’s Hidden Purposes and an audio download of "Trusting God When He Doesn't Answer Your Prayers" 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.

What if your marriage was only a small adjustment away from going to the next level? Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk to Jim Daly about 4 things you can do that'll keep the communication strong with your spouse. Also, Greg Smalley breaks down why simple habits add up over time. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Blended and Redeemed Focus on Marriage Assessment Redeeming Your Blended Marriage Download the Godcaster App Conversation Starters for Date Nights Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

What do you do if your child encounters sexual content online? Mandy Majors joins Jim Daly to share how she found out her daughter was exposed to inappropriate content, even though she didn't have a smartphone. Plus, John and Danny give some advice on how to respond in a healthy way if your kid sees pornographic content. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Protecting Your Child from Online Dangers Counseling Consultation and Referrals Download the Godcaster App Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" 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. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" 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. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" 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.

Just like your house needs a solid foundation, your marriage needs trust. Dr. Henry Cloud joins Jim Daly to share about why showing empathy is required for building trust. Then, Erin Smalley explains why trust is necessary for having a deeper friendship with your spouse. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Trust Focus on Marriage Assessment Learning to Build Healthy Trust Download the Godcaster App https://sf.fotf.com/gbdju2 Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

How does a single parent work through discipline challenges with his or her kids? Linda Ranson Jacobs spent years as a single mother, and she talks with Jim Daly about a concept called step-back parenting. Then, Danny and John share a few insights on helping single parents work through technology concerns with their children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Single Parent for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Finding Hope and Joy While Single Parenting PluggedIn Download the Godcaster App Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Weddings don’t always go as planned. Neither do marriages. Even the best relationships face obstacles. Jim Daly shares how successful couples keep their relationship a top priority even when life doesn’t go as planned. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Gary Chapman explains that just like people have different “love languages,” they also have different “apology languages.” If you don’t apologize in the way the offended person needs, they may doubt that you’re truly regretful, which can lead to resentment. Listen in to refine your apology skills. Receive a copy of The 5 Apology Languages plus a free audio download of “Transform Your Marriage with the Power of a Sincere Apology.” 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.

If your struggles seem too big to overcome, don’t give up hope. Jim Daly explains why you can accomplish more than you think if you have a deep enough reason why. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

A lot of guys need direction, meaning, and purpose for their lives but are struggling to find it. They hear what a man is NOT supposed to be but aren’t sure what they ARE supposed to be. Author and radio host Brant Hansen makes some brilliant observations about what women need men to be - and six key decisions men can make to set themselves apart from the rest. Alluding to the creation story, Brant encourages men to be “Keepers of the Garden” – secure, confident protectors, who are chasing after Christ. Receive a copy of The Men We Need and an audio download of "Being the Man Your Family Needs" 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.

Juneteenth memorializes the end of slavery in America. Jim Daly explains why, although our nation will never be perfect, our country is worthy of praise because it stumbles forward, toward our highest principles. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

A lot of guys need direction, meaning, and purpose for their lives but are struggling to find it. They hear what a man is NOT supposed to be but aren’t sure what they ARE supposed to be. Author and radio host Brant Hansen makes some brilliant observations about what women need men to be - and six key decisions men can make to set themselves apart from the rest. Alluding to the creation story, Brant encourages men to be “Keepers of the Garden” – secure, confident protectors, who are chasing after Christ. Receive a copy of The Men We Need and an audio download of "Being the Man Your Family Needs" 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 wife longs to feel safe in her marriage. Jim Daly and Brant Hansen discuss why women find it so attractive if a man seeks to protect them. Also, Greg Smalley talks about how men need to step up and take responsibility for leading their wives well Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Men We Need Focus on Marriage Assessment Being the Man Your Family Needs Download the Godcaster App The Unique Matter of Manhood Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

What if your kids seeing you fail was actually a good thing? Jay and Laura Laffoon and Jim Daly discuss times they didn't succeed while doing activities with their kids, and why that led to some great discussions. Also, John and Danny will encourage you to get off the screens and replace them with fun, interactive things with your children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Ultimate Dad Night for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Fun and Faith-Based Activities for Dads to Do with Their Kids Match Your Parenting to Your Kid's Needs Download the Godcaster App Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Father’s Day is important because it focuses our attention on fatherhood, one of the most important roles in society. If Father’s Day isn’t joyful for you, Jim Daly shares how to overcome your emotional struggle and find healing. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Every wife longs to feel safe in her marriage. Jim Daly and Brant Hansen discuss why women find it so attractive if a man seeks to protect them. Also, Greg Smalley talks about how men need to step up and take responsibility for leading their wives well Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. The Men We Need Focus on Marriage Assessment Being the Man Your Family Needs Download the Godcaster App The Unique Matter of Manhood Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1196/29?v=20251111

Financial expert Matt Bell shares biblical principles and practical tools for managing your money in a way that builds trust, peace, and purpose. From budgeting to car payments to long-term investments, you’ll discover how to make financial decisions that strengthen your faith and your marriage. Receive a copy of Starting Strong and an audio download of "Unlock the Secrets to a Financially Secure Marriage" 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.

They say eyes are the window to the soul. Men, if that’s true, then what are your wife’s eyes telling you? Jim Daly explains why what you see in her eyes might very well depend on what she sees in yours. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Whether you had a great father or a mediocre one, do you feel equipped to be a good dad? Jim Daly shares the lessons he learned, growing up with three father figures, and how the Lord turned those bad experiences into motivation to ‘do better' as a dad to his two sons.

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is more than a regulatory checkbox—it can be a critical defense against financial crime and a cornerstone of trust in banking. In this episode of Risk Reframed, Moody's Jill DeWitt, and PwC's Jim Daly join host Alex Pillow to break down what CDD really means for banks, how it works day-to-day, and why it matters. They answer key questions like:  What are the main components of a strong CDD program?  How can working in siloes impact the effectiveness of CDD teams?  Why is it critical to train teams on how to do CDD, and why it matters?  Which regulations shape how banks approach CDD, and what effects do they have on day-to-day operations?  What common pitfalls should banks rethink when it comes to CDD?  Additional resources:  ACAMS website Global Coalition to Fight Financial Crime website Moody's blog: Customer due diligence (CDD) in banks | Risk management and financial crime compliance To learn more about Moody's please visit our website or get in touch — we would love to hear from you.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Financial expert Matt Bell shares biblical principles and practical tools for managing your money in a way that builds trust, peace, and purpose. From budgeting to car payments to long-term investments, you’ll discover how to make financial decisions that strengthen your faith and your marriage. Receive a copy of Starting Strong and an audio download of "Unlock the Secrets to a Financially Secure Marriage" 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.

Men and women tend to respond to stress and situations very differently. Jim Daly and Gary Thomas address the differences in brain chemistry between husbands and wives. Then, John and the Smalley's discuss what a husband can do if a wife keeps bringing up the same problem in conversations. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Loving Him Well Focus on Marriage Assessment How to Positively Influence Your Husband Download the Godcaster App Counseling Consultation and Referrals Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Is it difficult to get your son to talk? Jim Daly and Molly DeFrank share ways you can engage with your boys in conversation. Then, Danny and John discuss why sharing how you're doing as a parent might be the key to unlocking your boy's heart. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Mothering Boys for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Eight Critical Needs Every Mother of Young Boys Should Know 13 Lessons Moms Can Teach Their Sons Counseling Consultation and Referrals Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

When conflict happens in marriage, spouses assume they know exactly what happened and why. Jim Daly explains why two factors help a couple overcome conflict: one is the facts; the second is their interpretation of the facts. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Senator Tim Scott reflects on the powerful role of faith, personal responsibility, and America’s founding principles in shaping both his life and the nation’s story. Sharing his journey from a childhood in the segregated South to the U.S. Senate, Scott emphasizes the transformative power of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the importance of prayer and perseverance, and the progress America has made toward justice and equality. Through historical examples and personal insights, he underscores the need for unity around a shared moral foundation rooted in truth, the value of treating others with dignity and love—even amid disagreement—and the responsibility of Christians to live out their faith in the culture - one relationship at a time. The conversation closes with a hopeful vision for spiritual renewal, highlighting signs of revival across the country and encouraging believers to remain steadfast in faith as a source of hope for America’s future. Receive a copy of One Nation Always Under God and an audio download of "Faith, Freedom, and the Future of America" 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.

Setan Lee shares his remarkable story of his dramatic escape from the Killing Fields of Cambodia in the 1970s under the control of Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge and then returning years later to share the gospel with his oppressors - the President and other Khmer Rouge military leaders, many of whom came to Christ. There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family. Learn more about Setan’s ministry. "What Can Christians Do for the Persecuted Church?" Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Children spell love T-I-M-E. Jim Daly shares a “no phone zone” idea that can help your family create deeper bonds with each other using time you already have available. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Dannah Gresh unpacks the good and the bad aspects of the purity culture movement, speaking against legalism and shame without abandoning God’s design for sexuality. She shares about her experiences healing from sexual sin and equips women to live with sexual integrity. Receive a copy of And the Bride Wore White and an audio download of "The Good, Bad, and the Holy of Purity Culture" 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 boys roughhouse, parents have a choice: overprotect them or allow them room to discover what they’re made of. Jim Daly offers advice for finding a good balance with high energy boys. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Dannah Gresh unpacks the good and the bad aspects of the purity culture movement, speaking against legalism and shame without abandoning God’s design for sexuality. She shares about her experiences healing from sexual sin and equips women to live with sexual integrity. Receive a copy of And the Bride Wore White and an audio download of "The Good, Bad, and the Holy of Purity Culture" 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.

With the rise of social media, girls are bombarded with messages on what it means to be beautiful. Scarlet Hiltibidal and Jim Daly share how to encourage your daughters that they are enough, even if the world doesn't tell them that. Also, John and Danny offer some great insights on helping your daughter navigate the digital space today. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book He Numbered the Pores on My Face for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Helping Your Daughter Embrace Her Inner Beauty What is Beauty? Talking to Your Daughter about Her Worth, Identity, and Beauty Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Imagine life if you were 100% in tune with God all the time! Sadly, things get in the way—squabbles with our loved ones, difficult circumstances, disappointments. John Burke reminds us that God is the source of life and of 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! Just like branches connected to the Vine, with John’s 60-60 experiment (connecting with God every 60 minutes for 60 days), you can cling to God’s peace and love, allowing that to overflow to your relationships and everything you do. Receive the book Soul Revolution for your donation of any amount! and an audio download of "Staying Connected to God: A 60-Day Challenge" 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.

Imagine life if you were 100% in tune with God all the time! Sadly, things get in the way—squabbles with our loved ones, difficult circumstances, disappointments. John Burke reminds us that God is the source of life and of 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! Just like branches connected to the Vine, with John’s 60-60 experiment (connecting with God every 60 minutes for 60 days), you can cling to God’s peace and love, allowing that to overflow to your relationships and everything you do. Receive the book Soul Revolution for your donation of any amount! and an audio download of "Staying Connected to God: A 60-Day Challenge" 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.

Kids are a blessing, but they also require you to be more intentional to spend time with your spouse. John and the Smalley's open up about times they felt disconnected in their marriages when raising children. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Dave and Ashley Willis about making time for dates with your spouse, even if you have little kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Focus on Marriage Assessment How To Avoid Bad Influences On Your Marriage Practice Makes Parent Podcast Hope Restored Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Rules are good, but when you emphasize them too much, it's not healthy for your relationship. John and Danny discuss how they've learned too many guidelines in parenting isn't a good thing. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder explain why we need to focus more on the relationship with our kids than on rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting Counseling Consultation and Referrals Building Your Discipline Toolkit From a Biblical Perspective Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

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. She founded ScreenStrong, an organization dedicated to helping parents navigate technology. Receive a copy of Kids Brains and Screens and an audio download of "How to Free Your Child from Addictive Screen Habits" 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.

Jeff Dillon and Ty Dannenbring are two dads passionate about bringing the “party” to their own front yard. They give simple, practical advice for engaging with your neighbors and building real community. You’ll be encouraged to share the love of Jesus in a whole new way. Receive a copy of Party in the Front and an audio download of "Building Community in Your Own Backyard" 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.

Kristen Rusch, Ashley Durand, and Dr. Jenny Coffey share their insight on finding hope through the struggles of motherhood. They touched on subjects such as depression, meltdowns, comparison, and being rooted in their identity in Christ. Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" 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.

What if some of the best date nights didn't cost money? Jim Daly talks with Jay and Laura Laffoon about how you can have a wonderful date with your spouse for not much money. Also, John asks Greg and Erin how they're learning to still have dates together, in a season with grown adult children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Fundamentals of Marriage for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Discovering God's Design for Your Marriage Is Your Husband or Wife Your Best Friend? 3 Ways to Create a Godly Marriage Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

One of the best replacements for screens is picking up a book. Danny opens up on which of his kids enjoyed reading more than the other. Also, Sarah Mackenzie and Jim Daly discuss some of the ways reading with your kids can create a better connection with them. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Read-Aloud Family for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Create Lifelong Memories With Your Kids Through Reading How to Raise Kids Who Love Reading 5 Positive Effects Reading Has on Child Development Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Kristen Rusch, Ashley Durand, and Dr. Jenny Coffey share their insight on finding hope through the struggles of motherhood. They touched on subjects such as depression, meltdowns, comparison, and being rooted in their identity in Christ. Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" 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.

Foster parents experience unique circumstances that come with unique emotions, and sometimes it can feel as though no one can relate to their life. Strength and encouragement come from viewing foster care through the lens of the Gospel. This is the message that Jason Johnson, author of Reframing Foster Care, brings. In this interview, he will share stories from his own foster parenting journey, such as the hard decisions and processes that he and his wife have had to go through, including the very real issues that come with relating to the birth parents of the children they are fostering. He will offer support to foster parents, as well as encouragement to those who are considering fostering. Also, he will give practical ways that we can all help, whether we feel called to be involved in foster care or not. Receive Ted Cunningham's book Fun Loving You for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of this program! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

"For a good time, call home!" Pastor Ted Cunningham outlines the benefits of marriage, and encourages young adults to consider marrying sooner rather than later. He offers great advice for couples of all ages to help keep the joy in your relationship. Receive Ted Cunningham's book Fun Loving You for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of this program! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.