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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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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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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Speaking from experience, Amber Lia reminds you to give your parenting burdens to God. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Triggers and the audio download of the broadcast "Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly …
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Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers (Part 2 of 2)
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Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry. They share their journeys overcoming their own triggers, like when their children disobey and complain, and when they have to deal with exhaustion. Our guests offer encouragement to moms and explain how they can prepare to handle their triggers in …
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Would you rather have more time with your family? Or more money? Jim Daly explains why you may achieve less and own fewer things if you put your family first, but you’ll savor life far more. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Door Focus on the Family
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Focus Weekend 01/04/2025
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Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown that led him to change his mentality. He learned that anxiety is not just a problem to solve. Although it can be difficult and painful, it can also lead to powerful spiritual growth. Receive the book The Anxiety Opportunity for …
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Amber Lia shares very honestly about how God wanted to change her as a mom. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Triggers and the audio download of the broadcast "Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support hel…
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Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers (Part 1 of 2)
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Amber Lia and Wendy Speake discuss common external and internal triggers that can make mothers angry. They share their journeys overcoming their own triggers, like when their children disobey and complain, and when they have to deal with exhaustion. Our guests offer encouragement to moms and explain how they can prepare to handle their triggers in …
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Some parents believe you develop a child’s self-confidence by protecting them from adversity. Jim Daly shares why effective parenting isn’t about making children comfortable but encouraging them toward something greater. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Healthy Budgeting Habits for Your Marriage
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Jade Warshaw, a co-host of The Ramsey Show, shares the early downward spiral she took with her husband deep into debt and how they eventually got back on their feet. Hear the foundational steps to find financial freedom and learn to become unified financially as a married couple. Receive the book Money is Not a Math Problem and an audio download of…
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There’s no such thing as a formula in marriage, but Jim Daly offers a tip that comes awfully close. It’s a pattern of communication that’s almost guaranteed to decrease your conflict and make your marriage stronger. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Jade Warshaw talks about when spouses have differing money habits, and how those can influence a marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Money is Not a Math Problem and an audio download of "Healthy Budgeting Habits for Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedb…
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Jay Laffoon encourages couples to define the purpose of a date night. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Ultimate Date Night and an audio download of "Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Many wives assume that communicating with their husbands should be easy. But that’s often not the case. Jim Daly shares how to speak to a husband whose own way of thinking is quite different from yours. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Door Focus on the Family
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Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights
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Husbands and wives can strengthen their relationship with regular “date nights.” It doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive. Simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions! The Laffoons also recommend having fun, having a purpose for your date, and doing what your spouse most desires.…
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Jenni Graebe reminds parents to savor a moment with your kids and have fun. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Rhythm of Home and an audio download of "Setting a New Rhythm for Your Family" for your donation of any amount! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…
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Setting a New Rhythm for Your Family
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Over time, every family can fall into a rut. We lose track of all of the things we said we would do with our kids. But it’s never too late to start! Chris and Jenni Graebe give practical advice and heart-felt stories about their own journey establishing rhythms with their five children. They examine how adventure, serving, speaking life, slowing do…
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Jim Daly defends Kansas City Chiefs’ kicker Harrison Butker after he came under fire for praising his wife for her tireless dedication to their marriage and to their children. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Door Focus on the Family
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Comedian Jeremy Nunes tells the hilarious story of getting elected to mayor. Listen to the Full Program Listeners have spoken! Jim Daly and John Fuller are your hosts in this collection of the year's most popular episodes from Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. You'll hear all of the year's best encouragement on marriage, parenting, and growing you…
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Do you know how to survive life’s challenges when they hit? Jim Day shares what we can learn from a 61-year-old Australian potato farmer who runs 600-mile ultra-marathons. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Door Focus on the Family
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Best of 2024: Laughing and Loving Small Town Living
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Clean comedian Jeremy Nunes pokes fun at his “freakish height” (he’s 6’6”), becoming a small-town mayor by accident, and the joys of being with his extended family in rural Illinois. He also riffs on marriage, parenting, and shares a heartfelt story about the power of prayer. Listeners have spoken! Jim Daly and John Fuller are your hosts in this co…
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Lee Strobel reminds us that God can take the worst situations in our lives and turn them around for good. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Is God Real? : Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life and an audio download of "Evidence for the Existence of God" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Give Families Hope! Save 2X th…
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Best of 2024: Evidence for the Existence of God (Part 2 of 2)
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Lee Strobel offers a better glimpse of the God of heaven—the Creator of the universe and the Lover of our souls. He shares some amazing stories of near-death experiences that highlight an understanding of who God is and His unconditional love for all people…including you! You’ll hear how evidence supports the concept of life after death. Lee also e…
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A dividing line cuts through the middle of many marriages. On one side is her life; on the other side is his. Jim Daly shares how couples can overcome their differences and become more unified. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.Door Focus on the Family
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