Focus on the Family Commentary

Most couples get married thinking that they speak the same language as their spouse. Jim Daly explains why couples may use the same words, but they don’t always mean the same things.

A woman once asked Picasso to sketch her portrait. By the time he finished, he had taught her an important lesson about seeing the worth of other people. Jim Day shares the story.

What can you learn from an old watch that appraised at nearly 2,000 times its original value? Jim Daly shares why you can’t always see something’s true value at first glance.

When you’re faced with an important decision, do you know how to insure that the choice you’re making is the right one? Jim Daly shares the key to making good life choices.

Studies show that boys are much more likely to grow into competent men when someone teaches them how to harness their strength and to channel it properly. Jim Daly explains the important role mothers play in shaping men of character.

How could a life-sized “Where’s Waldo?” game benefit sick children in a pediatric unit? It was built by a man who knows all about turning life’s challenges into blessings. Jim Daly shares his story.

Jim Daly shares an encouraging story about an entire senior class from one high school who sacrificed what was rightfully theirs to help another person in need.

When we experience tragedy, “Why?” is the most common question we ask. But is there an answer? Jim Daly offers a bit of wisdom to one of life’s biggest questions.

Have you ever felt trapped with no way out? Jim Daly shares how to find freedom when you feel stuck.

Sometimes life throws a curveball. Jim Daly explains the secret to overcoming life’s most difficult challenges.

Language barriers are a natural part of the parent/child relationship, but that doesn’t make it any easier for parents. Jim Daly will help you scale the language barrier and communicate with your children in ways they’ll understand.

No one would drink warm milk and eat canned food if they were offered a delicious banquet. Jim Daly shares how to create a rich home life, instead of settling for leftovers.

Where does your heart belong? Jim Daly shares a story about pioneer and missionary David Livingstone that will help you live your life with purpose and focus.

Skyscrapers are amazing feats of engineering. So are marriages. Jim Daly explains the two ingredients your marriage needs to be as strong as a skyscraper.

Nobody hopes for problems. But there is a good side to our difficulties. Jim Daly explains why struggles often bring out the best in us.

We all suffer. And the question we face when we do is the same: How do I overcome this? Jim Daly explains the two things you’ll need to overcome every difficulty you face.

The Great Wall of China is an architectural marvel, but there’s one glaring flaw that made it a defensive failure. Find out what it is and transform your family.

George Bernard Shaw once said, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Jim Daly explains why for a relationship to be healthy, effective communication is an essential ingredient.

Bad things happen when couples lose focus in their marriage. Jim Daly shares a story that illustrates why to keep your marriage strong it’s important to keep the main thing the main thing.

The next time you’re tempted to think less of another person, remember this: You can’t appreciate who someone is in the present until you understand their past. Jim Daly explains.

How about a simple idea that will help you build a great relationship with your family. Laugh together. Jim Daly explains why families who laugh are healthier, happier, and more connected to each other.

Are human beings nothing but biological machines? Jim Daly explains why it’s no accident that we’re wired for connection and that relationship is good for our soul.