Focus on the Family Commentary

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/

Have you and your spouse ever climbed the “crazy ladder” – emotionally escalating during an argument. Jim Daly offers helpful suggestions for couples to keep their discussions from getting out of hand. 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://focusonth...

Bitterness will trick you into believing that you build a better future by holding on to the past. Jim Daly explains why you build a better future by freeing yourself from the past. 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/podcasts...

No matter your political or philosophical bent, we should all agree on the importance of fathers. Jim Daly explains why men are the only hope our country has for turning fatherlessness from a national crisis to a national victory. 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 you...

In rural areas, kids are often entrusted with important responsibilities at a young age. Jim Daly explains why that can be a positive parenting strategy no matter where you live – if you’ll allow your kids to make mistakes. 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 feedb...

We often believe that the secret to happiness is having more, going faster, or working harder. Jim Daly shares why happiness is actually a byproduct of balance. 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/

What do you do when you and your spouse have a disagreement that escalates into an argument? Jim Daly explains how to resolve conflict without attacking one another. 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/

The weather can be dreary this time of year. Jim Daly offers practical suggestions for overcoming the winter blues. 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/

Every day society offers skewed ideas about what’s valuable. Jim Daly shares why it’s so important to say no to ambition and yes to your family. 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/

Many people decide what’s right and wrong based on what’s convenient. Jim Daly explains why standing for what’s right isn’t always easy, but it pays off in the end. 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/

Every father has the same goal: to be a good dad. But how do you know when you’ve been one? Jim Daly offers a simple tip any father can latch on to when he’s not feeling confident as a dad. 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/...