Focus on the Family Commentary

Protecting your child from everything disturbing online is impossible. There’s too much bad stuff to avoid it all. So, what’s a parent to do? Jim Daly explains how to help your child navigate the real world and the digital one successfully.

When couples are asked what it takes to have a great marriage, issues like kids and finances usually rise to the top. But do you know what ranks third on that list? Jim Daly shares the answer.

When couples are asked what it takes to have a great marriage, issues like kids and finances usually rise to the top. But do you know what ranks third on that list? Jim Daly shares the answer. (Original air date: Aug. 4, 2014)

“Where is God when we suffer?” is one of the most frequently asked questions in a crisis. Jim Daly offers a thoughtful and thought-provoking answer. (Original air date: March 26, 2014)

Does an activity have to be productive for you to consider it worthwhile? That mindset is great for the business world, but not so much for parenting? Learn what your kids really expect from their time with you.

As good as you may be at seeing your spouse’s shortcomings, there’s probably room to better see yours, as well. Jim Daly explains why pride seeks to be right, but humility seeks to reconcile.

We believe what we perceive to be true about our marriages – not what is actually true. Jim Daly explains why open, honest communication is so crucial for building a strong marriage.

Dads, do you understand the role you have in your teen daughter’s life? Here’s a question to help you decide: Are you her friend … or her parent? Jim Daly shares the difference.

Millions of people feel anxious about their finances. And most think the reason for their troubles is that they don’t have enough money. Jim Daly shares why more isn’t always the answer to your money problems.

Do you believe people can read minds? If you said no, then ask yourself why you expect your spouse to read yours. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important to tell your spouse what you need.

The word “no” teaches children how to apply the brakes. But kids can’t navigate life with their brakes on. Jim Daly explains how to equip your children with an accelerator: the word “yes.”

Father’s Day can be a tough holiday if your dad wasn’t involved in your life. Jim Daly explains how to overcome your father’s mistakes to help you chart a new course for your own parenting.

When teenagers rebel, they can be hard to talk to. That’s why the best thing to do is listen. Jim Daly shares why the more you listen to your children, the less they’ll want to fight to be heard.

Here’s a simple idea that will help you build a great marriage: Laugh together. Jim Daly explains why finding the humor in everyday life is one of the best things you can do for your marriage.

Do the people who rub shoulders with you every day know the real you? Jim Daly explains the benefits of letting other people get to know the real you by taking off the emotional masks you wear to protect yourself.

You probably discipline your children when you catch them doing wrong. But what do you do when you catch them doing right? Jim Daly shares how to encourage your children when they do well.

Every parent could use a good tip to motivate their kids to do their best. Jim Daly shares ideas that will help you help your children be the best they can be.

Albert Einstein once said, “There are two ways to live your life. One is as if nothing is a miracle. The other is as if everything is.” Jim Daly explains why our beliefs either diminish the miraculous or transform everyday life into something spectacular.

The potential for enemies to become allies is good news if you feel like you’re at war in your marriage. Jim Daly shares how to build a relationship that can open the door to a whole new future for your family.

When it comes to passing on your values to the next generation, moms and dads are a lot like an Olympic relay team. Find out how and discover what it means for your parenting.

We can all do something to make our little corner of the world a better place to be. Jim Daly shares a story about an over-the-road trucker who did something small to change his world in a big way.

Do you have a hard time talking to others about your pain? Jim Daly explains why sharing your pain with others opens the door to healing for your soul.

Have you suffered the death of a dream? Jim Daly explains how the death of one dream can open the door for even better ones to come along.

Is your marriage everything you hoped it would be? Jim Daly shares why the secret to a strong marriage is doing what’s right even when it takes longer to see results.

Is truth important? Jim Daly explains that when the bottom falls out of life, truth is the hand that reaches in and pulls us to safety.