Become a champion for your family in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee! Every episode of the Focus on the Family Christian podcast helps you confidently guide your loved ones through the unique challenges faced by today’s Christian families. With over 40 years of trusted, compassionate stories of redemption, hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller connect you to biblically sound marriage and parenting help that is relatable, practical, and interesting. Listen/Learn/Apply/ThriveInChrist!
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Get the wisdom of an entire 30-minute Focus on the Family broadcast in just 60 seconds! Busy parents can find practical and trustworthy 'nuggets of truth' in these streamlined interviews with a Christian perspective. From potty-training your kids to communicating better in your marriage, you will get the inspiration you need to help your family thrive together in Christ.
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In less than an hour, catch up on the “best-of” Christian parenting and marriage insights from Focus on the Family. The Weekend bundles the highlights from five shows into a weekly segment you can listen to at home or on the go. Join hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller for the encouragement and resources your family needs to thrive together in Christ.
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In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.
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Strobel shares about how near-death experiences confirm the reality of heaven. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Yo…
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How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son (Part 2 of 2)
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27:35Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent to take an active role in guiding and shaping your son’s character. She says the foundation of any boy’s life is built on three things: his relationship with God, his parents, and his siblings and friends. D…
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Many people think of parenting like checkers – every piece is the same. It’s actually more like chess – each piece is unique and plays a particular function. Jim Daly shares how that concept can revolutionize your parenting. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 22 - Mar 23. 2024
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55:00Today, teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith. Jessie Minassian offers “big sis” encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be. AND – Jessie’s advice also works for Christians of all ages! Receive the book Your Br…
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Humans have told each other stories since ancient times, sharing over campfires, backyard fences, and cubicle walls. Jim Daly explains why stories connect us as humans in a way that transcends mere animal instinct. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son (Part 1 of 2)
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27:25Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent to take an active role in guiding and shaping your son’s character. She says the foundation of any boy’s life is built on three things: his relationship with God, his parents, and his siblings and friends. D…
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Most of what you and I accomplish will be forgotten within a generation or two. So, why do it? Jim Daly explains why we should ask ourselves each day, “Am I investing myself in things that transcend the temporary?” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Rediscovering Faith in a Culture of Chaos
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27:36Os Guinness shares with Jim how America's freedom is based on the Sinai Revolution of the Hebrews but is collapsing by way of the French Revolution. America is divided on race and other issues. Os describes cultural Marxism and the need for Lincoln-like leadership and a repentant church. Receive the book The Magna Carta of Humanity and the audio do…
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Are you a clam or a crowbar? Your answer will help you deepen your intimacy with your spouse. Jim Daly shares how to improve your communication skills by understanding a facet of your communication style. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Do you ‘love’ your spouse, almost as an obligation, or do you truly cherish them? Gary Thomas encourages couples to make a daily effort to go beyond the ‘duty’ of love, and combat the natural inclination to drift apart by choosing to see the best in their spouse. Receive the book Cherish plus a free audio download of "Cherishing Your Spouse Every D…
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Gary Thomas suggests that while marriage can be difficult, we can still love and cherish our spouse, because God loves and cherishes us. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Cherish plus a free audio download of "Cherishing Your Spouse Every Day" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurri…
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Training Kids to Listen to the Right Voices
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27:45Rich Griffith shares practical advice from his experience as a single Dad of three boys to encourage Christian parents to teach their children to use discernment to navigate the positive and negative influences in their lives. Receive the book Voices and the audio download of the broadcast "Training Kids to Listen to the Right Voices" for your dona…
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Too many fathers are disengaged from their boys, leaving them to figure out masculinity on their own. Jim Daly explains what tying a necktie taught him about the need for engaged fathers who bestow manhood upon their sons. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Rich Griffith talks about how social media has too many voices on it, and why we need to be selective of which ones we let our kids listen to. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Voices and the audio download of the broadcast "Training Kids to Listen to the Right Voices" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefi…
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Question: How do you build a great life? Answer: You don’t settle for a good one. Jim Daly encourages you to decide what you want out of life and then boldly step out and go get it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural? (Part 2 of 2)
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27:09Based on his newest book Seeing the Supernatural, Lee Strobel explores the Scriptures to see what the Bible has to say about supernatural phenomena, showing that God works in the nonphysical realm. Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of …
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Jim Daly warns parents: Many of the things you do for your children to make their lives as smooth as possible may do more harm than good. He shares why and explains what to do about it. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Lee Strobel tells a powerful story of meeting with a theologian who experienced a supernatural event. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a r…
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What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural? (Part 1 of 2)
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27:10Based on his newest book Seeing the Supernatural, Lee Strobel explores the Scriptures to see what the Bible has to say about supernatural phenomena, showing that God works in the nonphysical realm. Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of …
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Most of us hope to forget painful memories. Jim Daly explains why remembering bad things is just as important to living well as remembering good things. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Dan and Jane Seaborn share differences between husbands and wives, and how to nurture your relationship. Listen to the Full Program Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Patricia Ashley, Dr. Greg Smalley, Shaunti Feldhahn, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, and Jay…
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Nurture Your Wife, Stay Married for Life!
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27:18In this classic Promise Keepers message, Dan and Jane Seaborn take the stage together to provide a fun look at the differences between men and women. Then Dan delivers a serious, passionate message encouraging men to nurture their wives, avoid the dangers of pornography, and commit to staying married for life. Both husbands and wives will learn eas…
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Risk and trust are essential ingredients for raising strong children. Jim Daly explains why kids need parents who watch out for their well-being, but they also need parents who trust them to step out and try new things. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Pastor Dave Stone gives an inspiring reason on why he got into ministry. Listen to the Full Program Pastor to Pastor is a heartfelt and insightful show hosted by Pastor Dave Stone, designed to equip and encourage fellow pastors and church leaders. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Most of us are surrounded by “stuff.” But how much of what we own really makes a difference in our day-to-day happiness? Jim Daly shares the answer, and it might surprise you. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Ministering to the Heart of Pastors
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27:17Pastors are often the busiest and most overworked members of the Christian community — and they need our support! Pastor Dave Stone understand these struggles first hand, and his new calling is to encourage and support these ministry leaders with the new Pastor to Pastor podcast from Focus on the Family! Pastor to Pastor is a heartfelt and insightf…
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 15 - Mar 16. 2024
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55:00Everything has a secret code or password—including your spouse’s heart! For women, that password is security, while it’s success for men. Bill and Pam Farrel dive deep into these two core needs, helping you better understand your spouse and how to relate to him or her. They talk through marriage essentials such as conflict resolution and communicat…
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Katie Walters remembers how God’s kindness met her at one of her lowest moments. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book New Marriage, Same Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Restoring Your Marriage After an Affair" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your m…
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Pastor Josh Walters recalls where God gave him a new perspective on his struggling marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book New Marriage, Same Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Restoring Your Marriage After an Affair" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift t…
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Did your marriage get off to a rocky start? It might be because of what Jim Daly calls the” Love Fog.” Find out what that is and what you can do about it to improve your marriage. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Restoring Your Marriage After an Affair (Part 2 of 2)
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27:13Josh and Katie Walters candidly describe their experiences of slowly rebuilding their marriage and their love for one another after infidelity. They offer practical and godly advice for couples who may feel like giving up on a struggling marriage. Receive the book New Marriage, Same Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Restoring Your Mar…
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Things go wrong because bad choices quickly multiply. But good choices also multiply. Jim Daly explains why life can not only spiral downward, it can also spiral upward. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Restoring Your Marriage After an Affair (Part 1 of 2)
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27:14Josh and Katie Walters candidly describe their experiences of slowly rebuilding their marriage and their love for one another after infidelity. They offer practical and godly advice for couples who may feel like giving up on a struggling marriage. Receive the book New Marriage, Same Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Restoring Your Mar…
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Jessie Minassian debunks the lie that girls need to look a certain way to be beautiful. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Your Brightest Life and the audio download of the broadcast "Giving Teen Girls (and Yourself) a Brighter Future" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift t…
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Giving Teen Girls (and Yourself) a Brighter Future (Part 2 of 2)
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27:37Teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith. Jessie Minassian offers “big sis” encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be. AND – Jessie’s advice also works for Christians of all ages! Receive the book Your Brightest…
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Jessie Minassian encourages women to find Christian community outside of your nuclear family. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Your Brightest Life and the audio download of the broadcast "Giving Teen Girls (and Yourself) a Brighter Future" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring …
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Like electricity, marriage is powerful and dangerous. Jim Daly explains why marriage needs boundaries to protect it, both within our homes and within our culture. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Giving Teen Girls (and Yourself) a Brighter Future (Part 1 of 2)
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27:22Teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith. Jessie Minassian offers “big sis” encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be. AND – Jessie’s advice also works for Christians of all ages! Receive the book Your Brightest…
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Tyrone Flowers shares his dramatic testimony of experiencing a turbulent childhood that culminated in being shot at age 17, an attack that has left him disabled for life. He describes how he found faith in Christ, forgave his attacker, and found a new purpose in life through ministry to at-risk urban youth. Your financial support for Wait No More e…
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Tyrone Flowers encourages people to give hope to kids in need. Listen to the Full Program Your financial support for Wait No More events and other programs will send a suitcase, teddy bear and bible to a child in foster care. Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, ple…
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Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 8 - Mar 9. 2024
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55:00Jill Garner discusses how we can raise morally courageous children, grounded in truth, and able to stand strong against the many temptations of today’s culture. Her book, StrongHeart, gives practical ways that parents can instill humility, gratitude, other-centeredness, respect, GRIT, and bravery in the heart of their child. Help your child discove…
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Over the last few decades, women have risen up as leaders in our culture, and there’s no doubt that their influence will have a lasting impact. Deborah Pegues examines some of the traits that make an effective leader, especially in women. You will be empowered and equipped with enduring strategies that can be applied at home or at work as you seek …
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We’re all fighting some kind of battle, which means we all could use a friend. All of us! Jim Daly shares stories that prove good friendships can change the world. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Af Focus on the Family
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Deborah Pegues reminds women that nothing can stop God’s plan for your life. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Lead Like a Woman and the audio download of the broadcast "Leading the Charge as a Woman" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps f…
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Molly DeFrank uses brain science to explain why it’s hard to get our kids off of screens. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Digital Detox and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Take Your Family Through a Digital Fast" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Yo…
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How to Take Your Family Through a Digital Fast
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27:01Research shows the average child sends more than 7 hours per day looking at a screen for entertainment! As a result, Molly DeFrank wants to help parents regain control over the technology their children use, and help cultivate healthier alternatives for the entire family. Receive the book Digital Detox and the audio download of the broadcast "How t…
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