Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

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  Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 2 of 2) 25.09.2026 27min

  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 through conflict over finances, and praying the scriptures through a season of difficulty. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Receive a copy of "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage" and an audio download of " Praying for Your Marriage is Essential" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.      
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  Praying for Your Marriage is Essential (Part 1 of 2) 24.09.2026 27min

  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 through conflict over finances, and praying the scriptures through a season of difficulty. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Receive a copy of "Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage" and an audio download of " Praying for Your Marriage is Essential" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 2 of 2) 23.09.2026 26min

  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 broken families. Hear about God’s redemptive and transformative work through adoption. Receive a copy of "Healing for Every Heart in Adoption" and an audio download of "Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption (Part 1 of 2) 22.09.2026 27min

  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 broken families. Hear about God’s redemptive and transformative work through adoption. Receive a copy of "Healing for Every Heart in Adoption" and an audio download of "Healing Wounded Hearts After Adoption" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Parenting Your Child’s Heart, Not Just Behavior 21.09.2026 26min

  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 ways that are practical, grace-filled, and real. Parenting is a battle for the heart… and none of us can fight it alone. Receive a copy of "Reaching Your Child's Heart" and an audio download of "Parenting Your Child's Heart, Not Just Behavior" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Bringing God’s Peace to a Chaotic World 18.09.2026 27min

  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 bold in sharing the gospel with others. Receive a copy of "Jesus Christ - The Truth" and an audio download of "Bringing God's Peace to a Chaotic World" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources    Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Grieving the Loss of a Beloved Family Member 17.09.2026 27min

  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 insights they’ve learned in the journey. They describe how grief can draw us closer to the Lord if we are willing to go through it, stay connected with others, and trust God for the results. Receive a copy of "Hole in My Family Portrait" and an audio download of "Grieving the Loss of a Beloved Family Member" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 2 of 2) 16.09.2026 27min

  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 trusting God with the things we can’t fix can bring freedom and peace. You can’t control every outcome…but you can trust the One who can. Receive a copy of "Making Peace with What I Can't Control" and an audio download of "How to Make Peace with What You Can't Control" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control (Part 1 of 2) 15.09.2026 27min

  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 trusting God with the things we can’t fix can bring freedom and peace. You can’t control every outcome…but you can trust the One who can. Receive a copy of "Making Peace with What I Can't Control" and an audio download of "How to Make Peace with What You Can't Control" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife 14.09.2026 27min

  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 best about your spouse, and developing a “team” mindset. Michelle shares practical advice and wonderful stories from her own marital experiences. Receive a copy of "Hey Beginner Wife" and an audio download of "Practical Advice for Newlyweds from a Seasoned Wife" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Serving and Surviving in New York on 9/11 11.09.2026 26min

  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 9/11/2001 and how he was able to serve other people and make it out alive. Receive a copy of "Bury Me in a Dirty Suit" and an audio download of "Serving and Surviving in New York on 9/11" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 2 of 2) 10.09.2026 26min

  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 toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults.   Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries (Part 1 of 2) 09.09.2026 27min

  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 toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults.   Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Strengthen Your Marriage with a Meet Up 08.09.2026 27min

  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 years. In this conversation, Bill and Pam describe how you can strengthen your marriage by affirming your spouse, cultivating healthy habits, and planning time for romance. Receive a copy of the Marriage Meet Ups bundle and an audio download of "Strengthen Your Marriage with a Meet Up" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get more episode resources  Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  How Foster Care Brought Me My Miracle Family 07.09.2026 27min

  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 adopting them. Michelle simply obeyed God’s prompting and credits her community of friends and family who made her miracle family possible! Receive a copy of the "Faith Builds a Family" bundle and an audio download of "How Foster Care Brought Me My Miracle Family" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get more episode resources  Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Five Steps to Building Your Kids' Emotional Health 04.09.2026 27min

  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 reminding them that God is always with them. You’ll learn a simple, grace-filled approach to emotional regulation that can help your whole family navigate big emotions with greater peace and confidence. Receive a copy of the "Count Yourself Calm" bundle and an audio download of "Five Steps to Building Your Kids Emotional Health" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get more episode resources  Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 2 of 2) 03.09.2026 27min

  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 (expressive, analytic, driver, and amiable). They talk about practical ways to organize your schedule, say no, increase your capacity for joy, make time for the Sabbath and create a personal manifesto that states your values to help you make choices in the future. Receive a copy of the "Overwhelmed" bundle and an audio download of "Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get more episode resources  Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2) 02.09.2026 27min

  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 (expressive, analytic, driver, and amiable). They talk about practical ways to organize your schedule, say no, increase your capacity for joy, make time for the Sabbath and create a personal manifesto that states your values to help you make choices in the future.Receive a copy of the "Overwhelmed" bundle and an audio download of "Practical Help for When You're Overwhelmed" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly!If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School 01.09.2026 27min

  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 her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age!Receive a copy of the "Backpack Faith" bundle and an audio download of "Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly!If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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  Discovering Why God Made You 31.08.2026 27min

  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 intentionally formed, spiritually awakened by faith, and prepared in advance for meaningful good works. Through trials, growth, and obedience—including a call to sexual purity — Dr. Farrar underscores that God’s wisdom can be trusted, offering deep comfort and direction for a blessed, purpose-filled life.Receive a copy of the "How to Ruin Your Life by 30" bundle and an audio download of "Discovering Why God Made You" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly!If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.