Focus on the Family Commentary

Most of us would rather forget painful memories. Jim Daly explains why remembering bad things is just as important as remembering good things. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

One of the secrets to happiness is a life of gratitude. Jim Daly shares why gratefulness is not simply an emotion that you feel, but a choice that you make. Learn how to see the goodness in your life. (Previous Air Date: Feb. 1, 2019) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please...

Things aren’t what they seem if you’re having marriage problems and believe there is no hope of repairing the damage. Jim Daly explains why you shouldn’t believe the lie that your marriage is too broken to be restored. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your fee...

Have you ever felt like parenting is about filling your kids’ every waking moment with fun? Although ball games and trips to the zoo are great, that’s not what kids want most from you! Jim Daly shares what they do want. (Previous Air Date: June 2, 2014) Support Family Ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of ou...

It’s impossible to overstate the power of encouragement. Jim Daly explains the beautiful changes that can happen in a person when you fill their heart with love, approval, and affirmation. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamil...

Global overpopulation has been debated for years. Jim Daly explains why a growing population is actually the answer to a future in which more people are living healthier, longer lives. Hear why. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonth...

For a lot of people, a simple budget is enough to keep their finances on track. But what do you do when your spending is out of control? Jim Daly describes a great tool for living within your means and for getting yourself out of financial trouble. (Previous air date: Nov. 27, 2015) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 I...

Have you created a bucket list? Jim Daly shares why thinking about what you’d like to do before you die can be great inspiration for how to live. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Have you ever thought of sharing a kind word with someone but held back? Jim Daly shares the story of a high school teacher who complimented a struggling student … and saved her life. Hear what happened. (Previous air date: Sept. 16, 2016) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, pl...

Names have power. For good or for bad, names influence what you believe about almost everything. Jim Daly explains how positive names can infuse your children with confidence and empower them to stretch beyond themselves. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your...

It’s hard to speak words of blessing to the people you love if you weren’t taught how growing up. Transforming your words into blessings begins with transforming your mind. Jim Daly shares how. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthe...

We’re all racing to keep up with our busy schedules. But are we missing what’s most important along the way? Jim Daly shares why we miss life’s true riches when we don’t slow down enough to see and hear them. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: htt...

When the world around you is out of control, is it possible to find peace within yourself? Jim Daly shares why peace doesn’t work from the outside in, but from the inside out. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcast...

In the blockbuster movie "Titanic," the love story between Jack and Rose was so epic it could only exist in the movies, right? Not so fast. Jim Daly shares the actual story of the couple upon which Jack and Rose were modeled. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us y...

It's difficult to have a close relationship when you disagree with someone. It's even harder when that someone is your adult child. Jim Daly explains how to maintain a good relationship with your adult child when you don't see eye to eye. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, ple...

When things break, do you pull out the duct tape for a temporary fix, or do you seek a permanent solution? That's an important question to ask yourself if the broken thing is your marriage. Jim Daly explains why a quick-fix approach won’t heal your relationship. (Original air date: Dec. 29, 2014) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?r...

Someone once said, "Life is 10 percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you respond." Jim Daly shares why no matter what the circumstance, a good attitude is always the best response. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefami...

Building a healthy family isn't always easy. Jim Daly shares how strengthening your family can be as simple as finding activities to do together. (Original air date: Oct. 21, 2019) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/po...

Comparing your real life against what other people post on social media is dangerous. Jim Daly explains how to avoid the comparison trap. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Good Friday is a paradox. Because life is a paradox. Jim Daly explains why Good Friday is about Life overcoming death and redemption overcoming judgment. (Original air date: April 10, 2020) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefami...

Good Friday is a paradox. Because life is a paradox. Jim Daly explains why Good Friday is about Life overcoming death and redemption overcoming judgment. (Original air date: April 10, 2020) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefami...

There are a lot of ways to evaluate the strength of your marriage. Jim Daly shares a simple idea called "The Brag Test" that can reveal almost everything you need to know about the strength of your relationship. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1082904 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback:...

A lot of parents wonder why children don't adopt their most deeply held values. Jim Daly shares research that explains one of the most important factors to transmitting values to your children. (Original air date: Sept. 9, 2019) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1070002 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give u...

Evil is real, and it's everywhere. The question is, "What keeps it in check?" Jim Daly explains what all of us can do to take a stand against evil and to stand up for respect, truth, and justice. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1070002 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusont...

Anxiety is rampant in our culture. Almost everyone is under some kind of pressure. Jim Daly explains what you can do to better navigate the storms of life when you're under stress. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1070002 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/po...