Focus on the Family Commentary

Are human beings nothing more than biological machines? Or is there something more to us, something that transcends mere flesh and blood? Jim Daly explains why human life transcends mere biology. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Every marriage is unique, but every healthy marriage embodies the same three qualities. Jim Daly explains how those three qualities can help you build a marriage that's deep enough and wide enough to help your family thrive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If our nation is ever going to overcome racism, it'll be because we force ourselves to see the truth, no matter how difficult it is to look at. There may be no more powerful illustration of that than the story of Emmett Till. (Original air date: Feb. 16, 2017) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We all encounter lies about marriage, about parenting, about God or ourselves. Jim Daly explains the one and only antidote to a lie that will create healthy relationships, better careers, and overcome past regrets. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It's one of the most common phrases parents say to foster responsibility in their kids. It's also one of the most ineffective. Learn what the phrase is, and a better way to draw out the behavior for which you're looking. (Original air date: Feb. 20, 2014) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

One of the worst things a man can be on Valentine's Day is "that guy." That’s a man who forgets Valentine's Day altogether or who doesn't give it much thought. Jim Daly explains simple ways that men can show their wives how much they love them. (Original air date: Feb. 12, 2016) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Millions of people are stuck in depression, grief, and anxiety because they bury their pain – or 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. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Is there an answer to racism in America? Probably not an easy one. But if racial reconciliation is ever to take place, it'll have to play out the way it did between two people in front of a national television audience. Jim Daly shares the story. (Original air date: Feb. 9, 2017) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Strong-willed children rarely hang their head in defeat and back down from a fight. Jim Daly explains how to help your child channel their strong will in the right direction. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Struggle is an unavoidable fact of life. Jim Daly explains how to redeem life's struggles in a way that creates something healthy and positive. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Progress in the area of race relations has been slow historically. Is there a better way? Jim Daly offers a thoughtful and thought-provoking answer. (Original air date: July 7, 2020) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Are you and your spouse in debt? Do you argue about money? Jim Daly explains three indications that you have a marriage problem, not a money problem. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Black History Month likely wouldn't exist without the efforts of African American men like Carter G. Woodson. Born to former slaves, he made a tremendous impact on black history and culture. Jim Daly shares his story. (Original air date: Feb. 5, 2019) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

You may have different limitations than someone else, but everybody has them. Jim Daly shares why we all should look past each other's limitations, see what's possible, and encourage one another. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Do you believe it's possible to chart a new course through life? Jim Daly explains why you can achieve amazing things when you see the impossible as possible. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Are your New Year's resolutions already a bust? Jim Daly will share why you don't have to wait until next January to start over if this year hasn't gotten off to a very good start. (Original air date: Jan. 31, 2017) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When teenagers rebel, parents often believe that they've failed. Jim Daly explains why you haven't failed. You're just not done yet. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It's been said that the country is dividing into those who love their fathers and those who hate their fathers. Jim Daly explains why our culture can only be as strong as its families, and a family can only be as strong as its father. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If you're a wife and mother who's stressed out, start finding peace by asking yourself this question, "What do I need right now?" Jim Daly explains how determining what you need in that moment can positively impact every area of life. (Original air date: June 10, 2015) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

The courage to stand for what's right is what separates a conviction from a wish. Jim Daly explains the importance of having the courage to do what's right instead of going along with popular opinion. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

They say confession is good for the soul. But is that true? Jim Daly shares about a man who has helped hundreds of thousands of people free themselves of their deepest secrets. (Original air date: Dec. 8, 2015) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Many of the problems our culture face have been around as long as people. So have the solutions. Jim Daly explains how a document written nearly 3,000 years ago offers solutions for today's problems. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

It's Inauguration Day. Are you excited? You should be ... even if your candidate didn't win. Jim Daly explains why. (Original air date: Jan. 20, 2017) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Sadly, the wedding ceremony is often the high point of marriage for many couples! Jim Daly shares how to make your wedding ceremony a memorable first step on a long, exciting journey together. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Not every idea catches on like we hope ... and sometimes that's a good thing. Jim Daly explains the value of letting go of what you hoped could be, in order to pursue something better. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/