Focus on the Family Commentary

A good family name is built through strong values and integrity. Jim Daly shares how your character can enable your children and grandchildren to be successful in life. (Original air date: Aug. 8, 2016)

We don't always live up to our ideals as a nation. When we fail, the answer isn't to abandon those ideals, but to reinforce them. Jim Daly explains rich, meaningful symbols that ground our culture in the values we need to prosper.

Perfect families don't exist. Fortunately, the goal isn't perfection. It's a family that's healthy and strong. Jim Daly encourages moms and dads to teach kids how to handle problems with patience and respect. (Original air date: Oct. 6, 2017)

Parents, do you know how to deepen your relationship with your children while teaching them how to make good decisions at the same time? Jim Daly explains how to enter your kids' world and communicate in their language.

Marriage can be tough. But that's not the reason so many of them fail. Jim Daly explains why a relationship as intimate and profound as marriage can't be built on convenience. It takes a covenant.

If you're off work in recognition of Labor Day, you're probably happy about this Monday. But what will your attitude be when next Monday rolls around? Jim Daly shares how learning to love Mondays can improve your quality of life. (Original air date: Sept. 4, 2017)

Is wisdom important to the culture? Jim Daly shares why wisdom empowers us to be strong in ways that not only benefit us, but the people around us.

How can people of different racial backgrounds come together and offer the dignity they each deserve? Jim Daly explains where that process starts. (Original air date: July 27, 2018)

You and your spouse set goals, make plans, and work hard every day. But what do you do when life is beyond your control? Jim Daly explains why being flexible with life but firmly committed to each other is one of the secrets to a happy marriage.

If you're a parent, you'll want to know about a sculptor named Korczak Ziolkowski, who's life’s work has stood in the shadow of Mount Rushmore for decades. His story can teach you a lot about passing on a meaningful legacy to your children and grandchildren. (Original air date: August 8, 2017)

What should you do if your child looks you in the eye and says, "No. I won’t do what you tell me to do"? Jim Daly explains why it's wise for parents to look at the motive underneath their child's behavior before taking action.

In an age of social distancing, it's easy to forget the importance of face-to-face interaction. Jim Daly explains why people who enjoy meaningful relationships are healthier and happier than those without a thriving social life.

A home that swirls with love, fun, and laughter is a home your children will want to come back to again and again for the rest of their lives. If your home is a little too serious, Jim Daly shares tips for turning your home into a place of joy. (Original air date: June 6, 2016)

Good and bad are both important to understanding our nation's history. Jim Daly explains why building a stronger nation won't come from erasing ugly reminders of our past, but by remembering the mistakes, so we don't repeat them.

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. The way to a father's heart is through hand-written notes. Jim Daly shares the good that comes when families put pen to paper and tell dad, "I love you." (Original air date: Nov. 8, 2018)

When the answers to our country’s problems aren't what we want them to be, are we still willing to accept the answers? Jim Daly explains why pride seeks to be right, but a humble nation seeks truth.

False expectations about marriage get the better of couples all the time. Jim Daly explains why successful couples make their spouse more important than their plans. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Parenting can be peaceful and serene. Other times, moms and dads do their best to hang on through the rough patches. Jim Daly shares about a ski trip that taught him the importance of sticking with your children through tough times. (Original air date: May 26, 2016) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When the culture erupts into chaos, and violence breaks out in the streets, anger usually gets the blame. Jim Daly shares why America's hope for the future lies not in ridding ourselves of anger, but in channeling it toward positive choices. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Husbands and fathers often need to be challenged to strengthen their marriage and their relationship with their children. Jim Daly shares why guys are males at birth, but men by choice. (Original air date: July 5, 2017) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Death is a difficult subject to talk about, especially with children. When a loved one dies, what should parents say? Jim Daly has answers. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

A lot of couples find home improvement a mystery, whether it's fixing a water leak, or fixing a marriage. Jim Daly shares why nothing in your relationship will get done unless you roll up your sleeves and put your plans into action. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Would you like your kids to embrace your values? Then remember this: "Values aren't taught; they're caught." Jim Daly explains what that means. (Original air date: Dec. 2, 2013) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When life gets tough, where do you find the strength to keep going? Jim Daly shares why just getting to the next tree is one of the secrets to success. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Today's technology allows couples to be easily accessible to one another ... maybe too much. Jim Daly explains why relationships are at their healthiest when there's a good balance between togetherness and separateness. (Original air date: Oct. 3, 2014) If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/