Focus on the Family Daily

God created you to enjoy your spouse, physically! Dr. Cliff and Joyce Penner join us to share how couples can increase their enjoyment of physical intimacy, and the importance of connecting every day as a couple, emotionally and spiritually.

God created you to enjoy your spouse, physically! Dr. Cliff and Joyce Penner join us to share how couples can increase their enjoyment of physical intimacy, and the importance of connecting every day as a couple, emotionally and spiritually.

Our words have POWER. Family coaches Dave and Ashley Willis share an upbeat message on how we can improve our relationships by using our words wisely, with hilarious examples of poor communication from their own family.

They were both convinced they had married the wrong person. Amber and Guy Lia faced so many tensions and personality clashes that they were tempted to give up on their relationship. Lias share what caused rifts in their marriage, how they began to address the issues and how they found true peace.

They were both convinced they had married the wrong person. Amber and Guy Lia faced so many tensions and personality clashes that they were tempted to give up on their relationship. Lias share what caused rifts in their marriage, how they began to address the issues and how they found true peace.

Today’s world is filled with “worldviews,” or different philosophies of life. But where is truth? We’ll examine how you can measure any idea, worldview or belief against the reality of God’s Word, and discover God’s truth once and for all.

A loving relationship with your spouse is great, but you also need to avoid bad habits if you want your marriage to survive! Dave and Ashley Willis warn about living separate lives, keeping score, and not dealing with conflict.

The Bible tells us to be careful how we speak, but often, it’s too easy to drop a hasty or even harsh comment on social media. Pastor Ted Cunningham will encourage you to weigh your words carefully, so what you DO say has more power and influence.

You may wonder if your teen will ever grow up! Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jessica Pfeiffer explore the idea of “planned emancipation” to launch your teen into adulthood. You’ll learn some ways to navigate common issues like school, screens, and friendships so the teenage years don’t have to be stressful and chaotic.

You may wonder if your teen will ever grow up! Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jessica Pfeiffer explore the idea of “planned emancipation” to launch your teen into adulthood. You’ll learn some ways to navigate common issues like school, screens, and friendships so the teenage years don’t have to be stressful and chaotic.

If you want a better marriage, pay attention to your spouse! On the next “Focus on the Family,” Gary Thomas encourages you to communicate more, learn how to forgive, and avoid contempt in your relationship. It’s a great formula for taking your marriage to the next level!

Are you willing to play “second violin” in your marriage? Gary Thomas describes how serving, affirming, and committing to your spouse above all others will give you a greater marriage than you could ever imagine! Learn what it means to really cherish your spouse.

Motherhood can be a crazy time of life — especially when you have young children! Nicole Johnson reminds moms to lean into your struggles, learn to ask for help, and find a quiet place to connect with God!

Trauma affects so many people, but even through the heavy things we deal with, God is with us. On the next “Focus on the Family,” Dr. Gregory Jantz describes trauma, its aftermath and ripple effects, and ways to overcome it! You’ll learn how to work through and triumph over the traumatic events in your life so you can pursue healthy relationships.

Trauma affects so many people, but even through the heavy things we deal with, God is with us. Dr. Gregory Jantz describes trauma, its aftermath and ripple effects, and ways to overcome it! You’ll learn how to work through and triumph over the traumatic events in your life so you can pursue healthy relationships.

As a parent, you have a very important job—loving, teaching, and protecting your child. Counsellor Julie Lowe helps you equip your child to face the challenges and dangers the world poses. By using discernment, your kids will learn to navigate a variety of potentially dangerous circumstances.

As a parent, you have a very important job—loving, teaching, and protecting your child. Counsellor Julie Lowe helps you equip your child to face the challenges and dangers the world poses. By using discernment, your kids will learn to navigate a variety of potentially dangerous circumstances.

Life is hard, but God is good. Author Brant Hansen reminds you that you can make a conscious effort to choose joy in your life, because your hope is in Christ. You’ll learn to laugh at yourself, better serve others, and practice gratitude, as you trust the One who gives eternal life.

Life is hard, but God is good. Author Brant Hansen reminds you that you can make a conscious effort to choose joy in your life, because your hope is in Christ. You’ll learn to laugh at yourself, better serve others, and practice gratitude, as you trust the One who gives eternal life.

Communication is a gift from God to build solid relationships with each other. Dr. Heather Holleman examines different components of conversation and will help you add graciousness to your interactions to make stronger, warmer connections.

Will we recognise each other in Heaven? Author Randy Alcorn explains that in heaven, we will see people, places and things from our earthly life, but they may not be in the form you remember! If you’ve ever wondered about whether you’ll be able to hug a loved one or see your dog again in eternity, join us for a hopeful perspective.

What do you picture when you think of a new heaven and a new earth? Author Randy Alcorn describes what we can expect as Christians when our earthly life ends. It’s a time you can look forward to, without fear...a time when individuals, communities and nations will all play a part in God’s redemptive plan.

Carpe Diem! Seize the day! Rob Parsons shares more conversations he’s planning for his grandchildren, with important “life lessons” on chasing your dreams, encouraging others in their goals, and living in the present.

We all need wise counsel, Rob Parsons shares a series of conversations he’s planning for his grandchildren. He’ll offer important “life lessons” on dealing with difficult people, how to nurture good friendships, and how to make a marriage last.

Guiding your son through the teen years can be an emotional roller coaster. Brooke McGlothlin explores the power of partnering with God through prayer in your son’s life. You’ll learn some key areas to pray for to cover your son and entrust him to the Lord.