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Focus on the Family with Jim Daly
Focus on the Family
100 episodes
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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Finding Encouragement in the Chaos of Family Life
Cynthia Yanof shares humorous stories about the messy parts of parenting and daily life. Hear her insights into reframing messy experiences as blessings from God. Be inspired and learn about loving others well, even…
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Vice President JD Vance: Faith, Family, and Country
Jim Daly sits down with Vice President JD Vance to discuss the importance of family, marriage, parenting, faith, life, and religious freedom in creating a better future for America. We encourage you to subscribe to…
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Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 2 of 2)
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob discusses topics such as gender confusion, same-sex attraction,…
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Loving Your LGBT Child with Grace and Truth (Part 1 of 2)
Rob Jackson addresses common questions parents have when their children identify with the LGBT lifestyle. Offering guidance rooted in faith and love, Rob discusses topics such as gender confusion, same-sex attraction,…
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Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 2 of 2)
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your spouse to achieve true healing from past trauma to help…
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Transform Your Marriage by Facing Trauma Hand in Hand (Part 1 of 2)
Marriage is such a special bond, and a beautiful gift from God. But it doesn’t come without its challenges. Dr. Dan Allender teaches how you can work with your spouse to achieve true healing from past trauma to help…
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How to Practice Discernment with Artificial Intelligence
Abdu Murray explains the latest news about artificial intelligence and how Christians should respond. Listen in for insights on discerning when to trust AI generated answers, understanding deepfakes, and finding peace…
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How to Develop a Resilient Mindset
Resilience is a life skill we need for the inevitable struggles we will face in this life — but we must be intentional about learning this skill. Valorie has identified some key “rules” for resilience — like “expect…
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Knowing Our Weaknesses, Finding God’s Strength
Trisha Davis explains how her tendency to be a rule-follower, and her husband’s tendency to be a rule-breaker, set them up for disaster when their marriage was tested. Get "One Choice Away from Change" free with your…
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James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 2 of 2)
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on the powerful influence of his mother’s faith and discipline, his early…
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James Brown: Faith, Family, and Purpose (Part 1 of 2)
James Brown, CBS host of The NFL Today, shares his personal faith journey, family story, and transformation through Jesus Christ. Brown reflects on the powerful influence of his mother’s faith and discipline, his early…
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Exposing the Realities of Teen Dating Abuse
Abuse and manipulation in teen relationships are devastating and sadly often happen without parents ever knowing. Identifying the warning signs and how to support a teen or young adult who is going through abuse is…
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Teaching Your Children How to Face Bullies with Confidence
Bullying can leave kids feeling isolated, anxious, and unsure of their worth—and parents often wonder if they’re responding the right way. Counselor Julie Lowe offers practical, biblical guidance to help you recognize…
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Helping Your Children Thrive in Faith and Education
Dr. Larry Taylor and Dr. Barry Corey help parents think biblically and practically about the growing challenges surrounding children’s education. They discuss the shifting cultural landscape, the importance of…
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Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 2 of 2)
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) that relationships naturally go through. She…
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Growing Your Relationship Through Every Season of Life (Part 1 of 2)
We were made for connection, but relationships don’t always come easy. In today’s conversation, Debra Fileta breaks down the “seasons” (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) that relationships naturally go through. She…
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Leaving Pro-Gay Theology for True Faith
Joe Dallas shares his testimony of being repeatedly molested as a boy and pursuing homosexual encounters as a teenager. After becoming a Christian, Joe struggled to reconcile the gospel with his promiscuous lifestyle,…
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Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 2 of 2)
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and disconnected. Sharing from his new book, The Life You Were…
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Spiritual Practices for a Sanctified Life (Part 1 of 2)
What causes believers to feel distant from God? In this conversation, Pastor Gary Thomas continues to unmask the lies that keep us striving, doubting, and disconnected. Sharing from his new book, The Life You Were…
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How to Support Your Teen's Mental Health (Part 2 of 2)
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult years. Drawing from her newest devotional, Strong and Secure,…
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How to Support Your Teen's Mental Health (Part 1 of 2)
Licensed counselor and mom Michelle Nietert brings her trademark stories, humor, and practical wisdom to parents navigating the teen and young adult years. Drawing from her newest devotional, Strong and Secure,…
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Man Enough to Love Well
Jim and Shanna Ramos share their story of marriage revitalization after Jim decided to out-love and out-serve Shanna. Jim encourages men to step up as leaders in their families and show the love of Jesus to their…
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Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 2 of 2)
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own faith, how to pray with different personalities, praying…
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Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 1 of 2)
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own faith, how to pray with different personalities, praying…
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Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 2 of 2)
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those affected by adoption to experience healing from the wounds caused by…
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Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 1 of 2)
Jodi Jackson Tucker, Lisa C. Qualls, and Betsy Kylstra share their stories as an adoptive mother, adopted child, and birth parent to equip those affected by adoption to experience healing from the wounds caused by…
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Parenting Your Child’s Heart, Not Just Behavior
The goal of parenting isn’t perfect behavior—it’s shaping your child’s heart! Juan and Jeanine Sanchez offer some tools to equip you to raise your children in the truth of God’s Word and to apply biblical principles in…
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Bringing God’s Peace to a Chaotic World
In this uplifting message, J.John uses the story of Lazarus to encourage us to remove any barriers between ourselves and God, and to respond to His call in our lives. He explains how to overcome our inhibitions and be…
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Grieving the Loss of a Beloved Family Member
Grief is a powerful and often overwhelming process that no one voluntarily wants to experience. But it’s a normal and inevitable part of life. Jane Daly and Geremy Keeton share their personal stories of loss and…
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How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 2 of 2)
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa TerKeurst reveals how fear can quietly drive our need for control, but how…
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How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 1 of 2)
You may not think of yourself as controlling. You’re just trying to protect the people you love and keep things from falling apart! Lysa TerKeurst reveals how fear can quietly drive our need for control, but how…
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Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife
Michelle believes newlywed wives can benefit from her perspective of a “seasoned” wife on topics like being content in marriage vs. comparing to other families; the importance of respecting your husband, believing the…
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Serving and Surviving in New York on 9/11
As a secret service agent, Darin Kinder was trained to handle emergencies. As a Christian, he was gifted with compassion for others. Hear his eyewitness account of the collapse of the Twin Towers in New York City on…
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Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly…
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Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly…
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Strengthen Your Marriage with a Meet Up
One of the greatest gifts you can give your spouse is regular time together. Bill and Pam Farrel’s weekly marriage meetings have helped them proactively handle conflict and work through important decisions for over 40…
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How Foster Care Brought Me My Miracle Family
Michelle Ablard was content with her life as a schoolteacher, with 3 dogs and a mortgage. But then God nudged her into foster care, which began an unlikely journey of fostering two kids from her school and eventually…
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Five Steps to Building Your Kids' Emotional Health
Every child experiences big emotions. As a parent, you want to teach them what to do when those feelings come. Counselor Eliza Huie equips you with practical ways to help your child move from chaos to calm while…
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Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 2 of 2)
By making a few practical changes, you can reduce stress in your life, quiet the chaos and restore your sanity. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory share what being overwhelmed feels like for the four main personality types…
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Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2)
By making a few practical changes, you can reduce stress in your life, quiet the chaos and restore your sanity. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory share what being overwhelmed feels like for the four main personality types…
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Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School
The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear…
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Discovering Why God Made You
The late Steve Farrar invites listeners to consider life not as an accident, but as a purposeful design rooted in God’s sovereign plan. Beginning with God rather than self, he uses Scripture to show that every life is…
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How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family
Every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of experience…
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What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 2 of 2)
Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting,…
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What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 1 of 2)
Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting,…
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Teaching Our Children What Makes America Great
Tim Goeglein inspires parents to help their children gain appreciation for the history and civics in this great country that have made us the envy of the world. Receive a copy of the "What Really Matters" bundle and an…
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Transform Your Marriage by Understanding Your Love Style
Every human is wired for emotional connection. And our earliest relationships with our parents, siblings, and others around us teach us when it’s safe to rely on someone to meet our needs. Pastor Kevin Thompson helps…
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Teaching Your Children How to Engage the Culture
Pop culture is everywhere—shaping the way your kids see the world and often teaching lessons that go against God’s Word. Dr. Holly Brand explains why you as a parent play such a crucial role in helping your children…
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Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain (Part 2 of 2)
Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we…
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Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain (Part 1 of 2)
Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we…
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