Focus on the Family
Focus on the Family with Jim Daly
Become a champion for your family in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee! Every episode of the Focus on the Family Christian podcast helps you confidently guide your loved ones through the unique challenges faced by today’s Christian families. With over 40 years of trusted, compassionate stories of redemption, hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller connect you to biblically sound marriage and parenting help that is relatable, practical, and interesting. Listen/Learn/Apply/ThriveInChrist!
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Jul 10, 2026
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Building Community in Your Own Front Yard 05.06.2026 27:25
Jeff Dillon and Ty Dannenbring are two dads passionate about bringing the “party” to their own front yard. They give simple, practical advice for engaging with your neighbors and building real community. You’ll be encouraged to share the love of Jesus in a whole new way. Receive a copy of Party in the Front and an audio download of "Building Community in Your O...
Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming (Part 2 of 2) 04.06.2026 27:01
Kristen Rusch, Ashley Durand, and Dr. Jenny Coffey share their insight on finding hope through the struggles of motherhood. They touched on subjects such as depression, meltdowns, comparison, and being rooted in their identity in Christ. Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" for your donation of any amount! Get Mor...
Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming (Part 1 of 2) 03.06.2026 27:20
Kristen Rusch, Ashley Durand, and Dr. Jenny Coffey share their insight on finding hope through the struggles of motherhood. They touched on subjects such as depression, meltdowns, comparison, and being rooted in their identity in Christ. Receive a copy of Mothering on Empty and an audio download of "Help for When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming" for your donation of any amount! Get Mor...
Foster Care: How Everyone Can Help 02.06.2026 27:02
Foster parents experience unique circumstances that come with unique emotions, and sometimes it can feel as though no one can relate to their life. Strength and encouragement come from viewing foster care through the lens of the Gospel. This is the message that Jason Johnson, author of Reframing Foster Care, brings. In this interview, he will share stories from his own foster parenting journey, su...
Enjoying Marriage at Any Age 01.06.2026 27:29
"For a good time, call home!" Pastor Ted Cunningham outlines the benefits of marriage, and encourages young adults to consider marrying sooner rather than later. He offers great advice for couples of all ages to help keep the joy in your relationship. Receive Ted Cunningham's book Fun Loving You for your donation of any amount, and receive a free audio download of this program! ...
Maintaining a Thriving Marriage in Midlife and Beyond 29.05.2026 27:41
When the kids are grown and age starts to creep in, how do you love your spouse well? Larry McCall explores this often-overlooked season of marriage—a time of quieter homes, shifting schedules, and new realities like becoming grandparents, facing health challenges, or learning to slow down. Larry reminds us that marriage isn’t about personal happiness but about reflecting Christ’...
Tips for Building a Healthy Family (Part 2 of 2) 28.05.2026 27:37
Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Shannon Warden compare family life to renovating a home — you need a good “blueprint” or plan for how you want your family to grow, and a solid foundation of godly character traits like kindness, love, forgiveness, building trust, building connection, and having fun together. Parents and kids need to be “all in” and working as a team to instil...
Tips for Building a Healthy Family (Part 1 of 2) 26.05.2026 27:09
Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Shannon Warden compare family life to renovating a home — you need a good “blueprint” or plan for how you want your family to grow, and a solid foundation of godly character traits like kindness, love, forgiveness, building trust, building connection, and having fun together. Parents and kids need to be “all in” and working as a team to instil...
Quitting Isn't an Option: My Life as a Navy SEAL (Part 2 of 2) 25.05.2026 26:56
Chad Williams shares his experience of training to become a Navy SEAL, only to have his mentor killed in the line of duty in Iraq. When Chad graduated the incredibly grueling SEAL training, he was faced with depression and emptiness as he contemplated his future, and became lost in drunkenness. Hear how he found a new lease on life through a relationship with Jesus Christ. Receive a copy of...
Quitting Isn't an Option: My Life as a Navy SEAL (Part 1 of 2) 25.05.2026 27:13
Chad Williams shares his experience of training to become a Navy SEAL, only to have his mentor killed in the line of duty in Iraq. When Chad graduated the incredibly grueling SEAL training, he was faced with depression and emptiness as he contemplated his future, and became lost in drunkenness. Hear how he found a new lease on life through a relationship with Jesus Christ. Receive a copy of...
A Tongue of Fire 22.05.2026 26:32
Jim Daly and John Fuller introduce this Adventures in Odyssey radio drama about a young man’s dream to become a successful radio DJ – but he gets bad advice about sharing other people’s secrets on air! Adventures in Odyssey also has a new animated film project, “Journey into the Impossible,” coming out in the fall of 2026. Exciting things are happening with Adv...
Practical Advice for Transforming Your Military Marriage 21.05.2026 27:08
Military life can place enormous strain on families through deployments, frequent moves, and long seasons of separation. But what if those challenges could become opportunities for deeper faith and even ministry? Beth Runkle shares how military spouses can replace fear with faith, use prayer as a powerful spiritual weapon, and see every new assignment as part of God’s calling on their lives....
Godly Rhythms to Help You Live Life to the Full (Part 2 of 2) 20.05.2026 26:55
Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In a 6-part process that Debra calls “Soul Care,” she goes through the life and rhythms of Jesus to discover how we can care for our souls. Instead of living unsatisfied, we can experience renewed energy, purpose, and strength to serve others like never before! Rece...
Godly Rhythms to Help You Live Life to the Full (Part 1 of 2) 19.05.2026 27:27
Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In a 6-part process that Debra calls “Soul Care,” she goes through the life and rhythms of Jesus to discover how we can care for our souls. Instead of living unsatisfied, we can experience renewed energy, purpose, and strength to serve others like never before! Rece...
Coaching Boys to Develop Healthy Respect for Girls 18.05.2026 27:24
Today’s boys are growing up in a world where disrespect toward women is too often treated as normal. Dave and Ashley Willis—parents of four boys—share powerful stories and biblical truths to help parents raise sons who value honor, integrity, and true manhood. They warn against the toxic “locker room mentality” and offer practical lessons that shape boys into men of c...
Spread the Joy: Share the Gospel Today! 15.05.2026 26:55
Are you comfortable sharing the gospel message with others? Would you like to be more comfortable? Join us as Greg Stier provides a fun, conversational way to share God’s plan of salvation with friends or strangers. Receive a copy of Dare 2 Share and an audio download of "Spread the Joy: Share the Gospel Today!" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources ...
From Abortion Survivor to Pro‑Life Advocate: A Redemption Story (Part 2 of 2) 14.05.2026 27:41
God had His hand on Sarah Zagorski through every step of her life. She shares her amazing story of surviving an attempted abortion by her mother, who then ended up saving her life! You’ll hear about her journey in and out of foster care, being adopted into a Christian home, and how the Adventures in Odyssey Audio radio drama helped lead her to Christ. It’s an incredible story of redemp...
From Abortion Survivor to Pro‑Life Advocate: A Redemption Story (Part 1 of 2) 13.05.2026 27:08
God had His hand on Sarah Zagorski through every step of her life. She shares her amazing story of surviving an attempted abortion by her mother, who then ended up saving her life! You’ll hear about her journey in and out of foster care, being adopted into a Christian home, and how the Adventures in Odyssey Audio radio drama helped lead her to Christ. It’s an incredible story of redemp...
Helping Your Child Approach Anxiety, Bullying, and Identity 12.05.2026 27:17
Anxiety doesn’t have to be your story! Caroline Shankle and her mom, Melanie, open up about the real challenges facing teens – bullying, comparison, anxiety – and how to trust God with your future. You’ll be encouraged to “face your giants” with faith and courage, inspired by Caroline’s new devotional, The Lion and the Bear. Receive a copy of The Li...
Don't Cancel Your Marriage 11.05.2026 26:47
Marriage is not two people living in perfect harmony. Marriage is two imperfect people sharing the same house and the same thermostat! In this upbeat presentation, Pastor Doug Fields encourages us to resist the cultural concept of cutting difficult people out of our lives, especially when it comes to our marriage. Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage...
Parenting Wisdom from the Bible's Most Influential Mothers (Part 2 of 2) 08.05.2026 26:58
Rhonda Stoppe wants to motivate godly moms to “step up” to be a powerful influence on their children and their children’s faith. She shares examples of “fearless, flawed, and faithful” moms in the Bible, whose stories can encourage mothers and families today. Receive a copy of Moms of the Bible and an audio download of "Parenting Wisdom from the Bible's Most In...
Parenting Wisdom from the Bible's Most Influential Mothers (Part 1 of 2) 07.05.2026 26:54
Rhonda Stoppe wants to motivate godly moms to “step up” to be a powerful influence on their children and their children’s faith. She shares examples of “fearless, flawed, and faithful” moms in the Bible, whose stories can encourage mothers and families today. Receive a copy of Moms of the Bible and an audio download of "Parenting Wisdom from the Bible's Most In...
Building an Emotionally Healthy Marriage (Part 2 of 2) 06.05.2026 27:38
Conflict in marriage can often feel like an all-consuming and explosive cycle that eats away at peace. It’s essential to acknowledge past experiences that contribute to these negative cycles. Ron (a licensed marriage and family therapist) and his wife Nan describe how self-regulation and retraining the brain's triggers can help bring restoration and healing in a marriage. The couple shares t...
Building an Emotionally Healthy Marriage (Part 1 of 2) 05.05.2026 27:27
Conflict in marriage can often feel like an all-consuming and explosive cycle that eats away at peace. It’s essential to acknowledge past experiences that contribute to these negative cycles. Ron (a licensed marriage and family therapist) and his wife Nan describe how self-regulation and retraining the brain's triggers can help bring restoration and healing in a marriage. The couple shares t...
The Power of Gracious Words 04.05.2026 27:25
It’s easy to fall into a cycle of correcting behavior problems instead of truly relating to your child. Pastor Bill Smith will help you draw out and guide your child – and ultimately build a deeper relationship. Receive the book Parenting with Words of Grace and an audio download of "The Power of Gracious Words" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources&...
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