Focus on the Family Commentary

How much money is enough? Jim Daly explains the difference between being rich and living a truly wealthy life.

It’s natural for parents to be protective of their kids. But Jim Daly shares why parents may be coddling their kids too much … and what to do about it.

Every couple gets married thinking they’re perfectly matched … until their differences appear. Jim Daly helps couples harness their differences to make their marriage stronger.

Some people believe forgiveness is weak. Jim Daly shares why forgiving someone who’s wronged you requires strength and humility but it’s also healing for your soul.

If you’re worried that your young son is too attached to mom, Jim Daly shares steps both mom and dad can take to help their son outgrow his clinginess.

Storms can erupt in your life when you least expect it. But there is a silver lining to your trouble. Jim Daly shares what that is.

The saying “behind every great man, there’s a great woman” is generally true. It certainly was for renowned author Stephen King. Jim Daly shares how his wife’s encouragement enabled Stephen King to succeed.

Did you know that the phrase “sold down the river” originated in slavery? It referred to a strategy to prevent slaves from escaping. But one of the greatest African-American men in our nation’s history turned that phrase on its head. Jim Daly shares the story.

Are you too busy for your marriage? Jim Daly shares a story about Winston Churchill that shows you’re never be too busy to let your spouse know, “I love you.”

Are you worried about how to steer your teenager away from pre-marital sex? You’re not alone. Parents everywhere feel like it’s an impossible task. It’s really not. But you do need to think ahead and have a plan.

Life gets busy. Before you know it, today will turn into yesterday, and opportunities will be gone. Jim Daly shares why it’s so important to spend the time you have wisely.

The concept of “tolerance” in our culture has been completely turned on its head. How? Jim Daly will explain.

Do you know how to spot when your child is depressed? Jim Daly explains how to equip your teenager with the tools they need to find positive solutions for life’s troubles.

Even if you know a lot, you don’t know everything. Jim Daly explains why humility is so important to a successful life.

There really isn’t a secret to a happy marriage. But Jim Daly tells the story of a plane crash he witnessed that taught him a valuable lesson about successful relationships.

What you do may be about other people, but how you do it is about the kind of person you choose to be. Jim Daly shares why personal success is about living for a deeper purpose than the applause of others.

So you’ve done your best to raise your child into a mature adult. But now that he’s out on his own, he’s making poor choices. If you’re struggling with disappointment, Jim Daly shares some encouragement and advice.

No one has got marriage all figured out. Jim Daly explains why being coachable is absolutely crucial to the success of your marriage.

Strong-willed children can be a handful to raise. They want their own way, and they're willing to do battle to get it. Jim Daly shares why effective parenting isn't about breaking your child's will – it's about harnessing it.

When you get married, the quirky things your fiancée did somehow become annoying. Jim Daly shares how the things that drive you crazy can actually bring richness and intimacy to your relationship.

If you want to raise happy, healthy children, remember this: rules alone won’t work. Jim Daly shares why and offers advice for connecting with your children at a heart level.

Toxic inner messages can poison almost every area of your life, even cause you to doubt your value as a human being. Jim Daly shares what to do to find healing. Original Air Date 12/13/2012

When you make a mistake, do you shrug it off and let it go? Or do mistakes become emotional weights around your neck that drag you down? Jim Daly explains the difference between "I made a mistake," and "I am a mistake." Original Air Date 12/12/2012

In one national survey, a majority of couples admitted to arguing about their wedding plans. Jim Daly offers tips for investing as much into your marriage as you do the wedding ceremony.

Technology is making our lives more convenient, but it's not making them any more meaningful. Jim Daly shares how to spend less time looking at life through a screen, and more experiencing it for real.