Focus on the Family Commentary

When was the last time you stopped to smell the roses? Jim Daly explains why, if you’re too busy, the best thing to do is nothing at all.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Is your marriage stuck in the doldrums? Jim Daly explains the nautical term “doldrums” and shares how to get the winds of romance stirred up again in your relationship.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What is essential for parents and their adult children to enjoy a healthy relationship? Good boundaries. Jim Daly explains the need for adult children to respect their parents and for parents to avoid being over-involved.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most of us want things to go well when we spend time with our families. Jim Daly explains why the memories we create – not perfect experiences – are what’s most important.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The most important ingredient to success is perseverance. The question is whether you will give up the fight or dig deep when the going gets tough.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Family dinners are a good idea. The question is how do families find time to eat together when life is so hectic? Jim Daly offers practical solutions.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most people want to be fair with their spouse. But what if that isn’t what’s best for your marriage? Jim Daly explains why striving for fairness can make marriage conflict worse, not better.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do your child’s favorite heroes wear a cape and a mask? What if their heroes looked like … you? Jim Daly shares how to become a hero to your children by standing up for your values and putting others first.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares the story of “White Christmas” – the best-selling Christmas song in history – which was born out of personal tragedy experienced by its well-known composer, Irving Berlin.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Your presence on this earth is a ripple that moves outward, into the future, in ways you could never imagine. Jim Daly explains how each day of life is a snapshot in time that fits together into a larger tapestry.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares about the tongue-in-cheek holiday of “Festivus” (from the fan-favorite Seinfeld episode) and encourages you to remember everything you’re grateful for this Christmas.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Which came first – the chicken or the egg? Jim Daly shares how the answer to that question can help you build a marriage that thrives, not just survives.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

This Christmas as you’re hanging decorations or cleaning up after dinner, be aware of how precious those moments are. Jim Daly shares how to open your heart to blessings hidden in simple moments.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares how the classic cartoon A Charlie Brown Christmas teaches us that, while presents and decorations are wonderful traditions, the spirit of Christmas isn’t commercialism and “getting.” It’s about giving.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The presidential race may be over, but disagreement about the results can be a big problem when families reunite for Christmas. Jim Daly shares how to prevent political arguments from wreaking havoc on your holiday.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Parents are so accustomed to immediate results in daily life that they expect it in their parenting as well. Jim Daly explains why it takes years to raise children of character.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You can learn a lot about what not to do in your marriage by observing other married couples. Jim Daly shares one couple’s story that illustrates why contempt never benefits a relationship.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What’s your favorite Christmas memory? More than likely, it has something to do with family. Jim Daly explains how to make new memories while you cherish old ones.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.