Focus on the Family Commentary

Some people believe scientific truth is the only truth … meaning only things we can touch and see are real. Jim Daly explains why, for humans to thrive, we must be open to truth that we can’t touch or see.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Dementia is one of the most difficult medical issues a family can face. Jim Daly offers tips for walking with love and grace alongside a loved one who has dementia.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Do you and your spouse struggle? Jim Daly shares how God worked through he and his wife’s challenges to make their marriage stronger than ever.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Joy can be tough to hang on to when so much in our lives can go wrong. How do we cope? Jim Daly explains the difference between practicing disaster and practicing gratitude.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares a personal story that taught him how to create a marriage that’s vibrant and alive by supporting your spouse through life’s darkest moments.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

“More” doesn’t always mean “better.” Jim Daly explains why true wealth isn’t about making good money. It’s about making a good life.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If you want a happy marriage, learn to think of your relationship like Legos. Jim Daly encourages couples to use the pieces they bring into the relationship to build something beautiful and long-lasting.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You’re parenting children, but you’re raising adults. Jim Daly shares why over-protecting children doesn’t make them stronger, it keeps them fragile.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many of us are pursuing bigger homes and new cars. But as attractive as these ambitions may be, they aren’t meaningful enough to sustain a happy life. Jim Daly explains why true happiness starts with aiming at the right target.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Parenting can be serious business, which is why it is wise to be playful from time to time. Jim Daly shares how having fun with your children can deepen your relationship with them.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

An alarming number of young people believe marriage is unnecessary for creating a happy family. Jim Daly shares why, both individually and culturally, the best opportunity for happiness is found in upholding the ideal of marriage.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

By the time children enter middle school, their march toward independence is well underway. It can be a confusing time. Jim Daly shares how kids and parents can survive the middle school years.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We may set goals or steer our lives in certain directions, but the best course of action isn’t always the one we plan for. Jim Daly explains why the right path sometimes catches us by surprise.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Can you believe another new year is off and running? Jim Daly offers encouragement for focusing on one of the most important areas in life before this year gets away from you.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most couples think sex will be the easiest part of marriage. The fact is sex related struggles are one of the top reasons for marital conflict. Jim Daly shares how couples can deepen their emotional and physical intimacy.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

We often think of our decisions in terms of good and bad, or right and wrong. But what do we do when our choice is between bad and worse? Jim Daly explains what to do when no choice seems like a good one.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Right and wrong can easily get blurred when everything you’ve worked for is at stake. Jim Daly shares why doing the right thing often comes at a price.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The primary goal of parenting for many moms and dads is making their children happy. Jim Daly explains why a much more worthy pursuit is guiding children toward meaning and purpose.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Jim Daly shares why the reason for Christmas isn’t found under a mountain of wrapping paper. It’s found in our hearts as we celebrate the miracle of God’s grace through the birth of Jesus Christ.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

For a household to function smoothly, you need rules. However, from time to time it’s important to consider whether the rules you have in place serve the proper purpose.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Spending time with family who see the world differently than you do can be stressful. Jim Daly shares ideas for filling the holidays with joy and peace instead of frustration and conflict.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When it comes to finding our way in life, we like a clear path. Jim Daly shares why even a well-worn trail can lead somewhere we don’t want to go.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Spiritual intimacy shapes the heart and soul of a marriage. Jim Daly shares why, at its core, spiritual intimacy isn’t about what you do together. It’s about who you are together.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

If Christmas is hard for you this year, you’re not alone. The first Christmas was difficult for a lot of people. Jim Daly shares why there is reason for hope even if this Christmas season isn’t very merry or bright.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Millions of people are stuck in depression, grief, and anxiety because they bury their pain and hope it goes away on its own. There’s a better way. Jim Daly shares why there is always hope when you break your silence.   Support Family Ministry   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.