Focus on the Family Commentary

Many kids struggle with poor self-esteem. Jim Daly explains why it's better to encourage children to find joy in whatever talent they've got instead of demanding they be successful at everything. (Original air date: Aug. 14, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give...

A relationship is only as strong as its secrets. Jim Daly explains why one of the greatest steps a couple can take to build a strong, healthy marriage is to talk openly with each other about the state of their relationship. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us you...

The Griffin brothers play in the NFL. Jim Daly explains why, even more than their connection on the football field, their story is a beautiful example of the power of family. (Previous air date: Sept. 3, 2019) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: ht...

According to one study, 63 percent of people who say they feel lonely are currently married. Jim Daly shares how couples can overcome loneliness and build connection and intimacy that flourishes. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusont...

Parents aren't perfect, which means we can hurt our kids' feelings, often without even knowing it. Jim Daly explains how, and why, to create a safe opportunity for your children to point out areas where you aren't practicing what you preach. (Original air date: June 5, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've...

In today’s fast-paced society, it’s easy to feel isolated, even though we’re surrounded by people. Jim Daly explains why in everyday situations or life-altering events, community is where we find the support we need to thrive. (Original air date: June 3, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to an...

If your marriage is in conflict, it’s easy to lose sight of solutions. Jim Daly shares how to restore your relationship by remembering the building blocks of recovery: forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration, all banded together by trust. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts...

A change to your career can be a great opportunity ... or it can be the worst thing that ever happened to your family. It all depends on how you handle the choices you’re facing. Jim Daly shares how to make good career decisions that will protect what matters most in your life. (Original air date: March 8, 2016) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donati...

What would you do if your boss asked you to train someone for your job so well that you’d no longer be needed? Jim Daly explains why effective parenting is about allowing good and bad choices to become your child’s responsibility to manage instead of yours. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any o...

Do you need a radical change in your life? There’s a reason such moments are called “breakthroughs.” Jim Daly explains how to break through barriers that keep you from a new and better life. (Original air date: Nov. 28, 2011) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us y...

Romance is good for a marriage, but romantic feelings eventually fade. Jim Daly shares why unconditional love can not only transform a marriage … it can transform a life. Original air date: December 12, 2018. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: htt...

If you’re a parent, you already recognize that the word “no” is a vital parenting tool. But it can be over-used. Jim Daly explains why the word “yes” is just as important as the word “no.” Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamil...

Do you have a long-held dream you’ve put off for years? What if going after it isn’t as far-fetched as you once believed? Jim Daly explains why it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Original air date: August 15, 2014. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your...

If you went into business, what kind of a partner would you look for? What about a partner in marriage? Jim Daly shares the characteristics you’ll want in a spouse to have a happy, successful marriage. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://fo...

Suffering and heartache isolate us from other people. Jim Daly explains why the journey of healing begins with one small step: discovering that we’re not alone. Original air date: April 2, 2012. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonth...

Life can be tough. We all suffer. Jim Daly shares how your greatest strengths can often grow out of your deepest pain. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Do you ever feel like a broken record trying to teach your kids important values? What if that’s not a bad thing? Jim Daly explains why it’s important for parents to consistently define what a life of integrity and character looks like. (Original Air Date: June 28, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1117301 If you've lis...

Our country’s divisions have always run deep. The trouble isn’t that we disagree. It’s that we oppose each other. Jim Daly shares why there’s always room for two people to get beneath negative labels and to connect on a human level. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please gi...

In recent years, downsizing has become a popular choice with many families. Jim Daly explains why our choice of lifestyles costs us something beyond the visible price tag. (Original Air Date: March 5, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd= 1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: http...

Most parents would love for the parenting journey to stretch out before them straight and true, so they can see miles ahead with certainty. Jim Daly explains why, if there’s one thing moms and dads can count on, it’s that parenting is unpredictable. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our po...

A lot of couples want an intimate, romantic marriage. What they have instead more closely resembles a business relationship. Jim Daly shares how couples can reignite their passion by connecting with each other at a heart level. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us...

One of the biggest troubles with busyness is it keeps family members apart. Fortunately, there’s a simple way to bridge the gap until you can be together again. Jim Daly shares how little notes to one another can keep your family connected. (Original air date: July 10, 2013) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've...

Achieving great things requires a can-do attitude. But success is often about knowing when to walk away. Jim Daly shares the story of a West Point graduate who discovered on the face of Mount Everest how bad choices can affect everyday life. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts,...

Have you lost all hope of having a happy marriage? If so, Jim Daly explains why the tough spot you’re in right now doesn’t have to be where you stay. (Original air date: Jan. 28, 2015) Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.co...

Forgiveness can be tough. What makes it easier is understanding how to forgive someone who has hurt you. Jim Daly explains how to forgive one layer at a time. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1103702 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/