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Focus on the Family is a half-hour daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with keys to stronger marriages, effective parenting, deeper relationships and a more satisfying lifestyle. Focus on the Family has become one of today's most recognized Christian radio programmes.
Daily English South Africa Society & Culture · Religion & Spirituality
1,879 Episodes
1020 – 1040

Drawing Closer to God and Each Other (Part 1 of 2)

You dreamed of living “happily ever after,” but now you’re frustrated and bored. What happened? Gary Thomas shares how you can intentionally pursue oneness with your spouse and have the marriage you’ve always wanted.
28 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Embracing Childlike Faith As A Mom

It takes childlike faith to be a mom. A young mother shares about transitioning from a full-time career to primarily staying at home with her two boys…and the priceless spiritual lessons she’s learned from them. She’ll share how God is helping her to break free of a performance-based mentality to…
27 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Making Your Marriage Happy Now and Later (Part 2 of 2)

Does your marriage seem a little boring? Les and Leslie Parrott have some practical suggestions to help you increase your level of happiness—no matter how long you’ve been married. Learn some simple things that any couple can do to draw closer together now and for years to come.
26 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Making Your Marriage Happy Now and Later (Part 1 of 2)

Does your marriage seem a little boring? Les and Leslie Parrott have some practical suggestions to help you increase your level of happiness—no matter how long you’ve been married. Learn some simple things that any couple can do to draw closer together now and for years to come.
25 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Navigating a Toxic Culture with Your Daughter (Part 2 of 2)

As a pediatrician, Dr. Meg Meeker has learned a lot from the thousands of girls who’ve come through her office. She’ll address social pressures to grow up too fast and other challenges that girls face in a toxic culture. You’ll be encouraged to listen to your daughter’s heart and to…
22 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Navigating a Toxic Culture with Your Daughter (Part 1 of 2)

How can your daughter survive in today’s toxic culture? Dr. Meg Meeker offers help in navigating a confusing and amoral world. She explains the difference between healthy and toxic feminism while helping you focus on your daughter’s character and building her faith for a bright future,
21 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Helping Your Teens Put Down Their Screens

Whether it’s video games, social media, texting, or streaming shows…you may be facing a screen-time issue with your teen! Jonathan McKee and his daughter Alyssa offer some tips on how to get your teen step away from their devices and engage in healthy, face-to-face communication
20 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Purposeful Play (Part 2 of 2)

Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, or you have a full work schedule, it's important to be intentional with the time you do have to play with your young children. Corrien Kruger has some practical suggestions to help you increase the effectiveness of your play time and connection with your child.
19 Jul 2021 6PM 27 min

Purposeful Play (Part 1 of 2)

Children learn as they play, but as importantly, playing is an opportunity to connect with your child. Corrien Kruger offers encouragement and practical help to moms (and dads) on how to maximize your playtime with your kids.
18 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Engaging Hearts and Minds in a Broken Culture

The Apostle Paul was brilliant in his presentation of scriptural truth in a secular setting. He set a perfect example from which to learn. Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan will help you to share Christ with others while using Scripture, a healthy understanding of the culture, and even…your weakness.
15 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Creating a No Regrets Marriage

Romantic feelings will come and go, but how can you maintain love and commitment with your spouse for a lifetime? we’ll examine the spiritual battleground of marriage — and how godly mentors can help keep your passion strong! Discover what it takes to have a “no-regrets marriage”.
14 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Teaching Boys to Respect Women

Our culture is facing a crisis - a lack of respect - for others and for ourselves. Dave Willis, a dad of four boys, identifies blind spots that lead to disrespect and challenges you to examine your heart to become a solid model for your children.
13 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Connecting as a Couple Despite Your Differences

Life is busy, but you can still find time to connect as a couple! Jim Daly and his wife, Jean, share how you can grow as a couple by spending just a few minutes a day together in God’s Word.
12 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Building a Lifelong Relationship with Your Child

As a parent, Mike Berry has made his share of mistakes. After all, it’s not easy adopting eight children! Mike talks about the many challenges in parenting and how fast life goes by. He’ll offer practical tools to help you reach your child’s heart and develop a strong, healthy, long-term…
11 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Disciplining Your Kids with Love and Limits

You can reach your child’s heart, even in the midst of misbehavior! On the next “Focus on the Family,” you’ll learn how you can keep your cool when your children lose theirs, how to teach your kids self-control, and how you can share your faith winsomely with your kids!
8 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min

Thriving in the Second Half of Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

After you’ve spent 20 or 30 years with your spouse, it would be a shame to throw all those memories away. Dr. Gary Chapman helps your relationship thrive, by suggesting three key questions to ask your spouse, so you can both enjoy the decades to come.
7 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Thriving in the Second Half of Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

After the children are grown, your marriage CAN thrive. Dr. Gary Chapman shares how to navigate job changes, health concerns, and the seasons of marriage, during the empty nest years. Trusted advice to stick with your spouse - “until death do us part”
6 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Mothers and Sons: Being a Godly Influence (Part 2 of 2)

It’s not uncommon for moms to feel intimidated when parenting a boy—but God chose you for this specific purpose! Rhonda Stoppe offers encouragement and practical help to women who want to raise good and godly men. It’s a challenging role for moms, but God will equip you
5 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Mothers and Sons: Being a Godly Influence (Part 1 of 2)

It’s not uncommon for moms to feel intimidated when parenting a boy—but God chose you for this specific purpose! Rhonda Stoppe offers encouragement and practical help to women who want to raise good and godly men. It’s a challenging role for moms, but God will equip you.
4 Jul 2021 6PM 26 min

Nurturing Your Child’s Purpose and Passion

You want to raise your children to be resilient and confident, with a solid identity in Christ. But sometimes, their confidence comes under attack. Cyndie Claypool de Neve offers tools to help you encourage your child in healthy, positive ways. Learn to steer clear of fear-based parenting as you build…
1 Jul 2021 6PM 25 min
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