Focus on the Family Commentary

One tug a on a loose thread and you realize that small thread is part of a much larger piece. Marriages have loose threads, too. Jim Daly shares how to stitch them back together again. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.c...

Parenting is a long journey filled with both proud moments and not-so-proud moments. Jim Daly shares how to overcome parenting mistakes by continuing to move in the right direction. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/...

Where does your strength come from when a crisis hits? Jim Daly explains why practicing integrity, faith, and honesty makes good character rise to the top. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If you had a marriage problem, would you know it? Jim Daly explains the best approach for couples to overcome their blind spots. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It’s tough to balance work life and family life. Jim Daly shares why careers and material possessions are necessary to sustain life, but they’re no substitute for what gives our lives purpose in the first place. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback:...

Dads, have you ever wondered, “Would my kids notice if I was gone?” Jim Daly, who grew up without a father, explains why most guys have no idea just how important they are to their children. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefa...

Even when life is at its darkest, one moment can change everything. Jim Daly shares about a viral social media post that captured the moment a young couple rescued their marriage. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/po...

Is a happy marriage possible? Jim Daly explains why happiness isn’t dependent on good things happening to you but on you choosing happiness. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly shares a moving story that illustrates why, when it comes to mending broken relationships, there’s no time like today. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Workers in Sri Lanka found a rock that turned out to be something far more valuable. Jim Daly shares the story to remind you that things aren’t always what they seem at first glance. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com...

Some couples argue because they misunderstand each other. Jim Daly shares how couples can reduce their conflict and increase their happiness by better understanding each other. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podca...

No matter how smart or wise we are, none of us has life figured out. Jim Daly shares why it’s wise to seek advice from someone who watches out for dangers that we can’t see for ourselves. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamil...

Can traffic help you develop a good attitude? Jim Daly answers, “yes, it can” and explains why and how. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

What does greatness look like? Jim Daly explains why true greatness isn’t measured according to outer trappings like power and wealth ... but inner qualities like integrity and good character. Support family ministry: https://store. focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthe...

Do you believe in miracles? Jim Daly shares the story of the “miracle on ice” in the 1980 Olympics and explains why, if you’re clinging to hope, a miracle is just what you need. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurve...

The sky may appear to be falling on our culture, but there is reason for hope. Jim Daly shares why America can overcome its troubles if we come together and do what’s right. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1426802 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsu...

Do you let your kids struggle? Or do you rush in to rescue them at the first sign of trouble? Jim Daly explains why your answer plays an important role in whether or not your kids become confident adults. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focuso...

No matter what goals you hope to achieve, victory doesn’t always go to the person who’s most skilled or gifted. Jim Daly explains why the difference between success and failure is often staying focused. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusont...

Blended families are nothing new, but that doesn’t mean bringing together two families and making them one is easy. Jim Daly offers helpful suggestions for making that process a little smoother. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily...

As the old saying goes, “Never judge a book by its cover. It’s what’s on the inside that counts.” Jim Daly shares why that saying is as true for people as it is for books. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

A lot of guys with good marriages would love to have great ones, but they don’t know how. Jim teaches guys how to improve their marriage by thinking of their wives as a teammate. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podc...

What’s the best way to respond to disappointment? Jim Daly explains a personal situation that taught him how to respond to negative circumstances with a positive attitude. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurv...

Blessing and struggle are woven into every experience. Jim Daly explains why our perspective is often what brings beauty out of our suffering. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Guys are supposed to be manly, right? When it comes to being a good father and husband, what exactly does “manliness” look like, anyway? Brute power and strength? How about sacrifice? Jim Daly explains. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusont...

They say behind every great man is a great woman. Jim Daly shares the story of Emily Roebling to illustrate why, just as often, great women take the lead. Support family ministry: http://focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1441213 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/