Focus on the Family Daily

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

Choose You This Day (Part 2 of 2)

What will greet you, when you arrive at Heaven’s pearly gates? Angels playing harps? Saint Peter, with the keys to the kingdom? Anne Graham Lotz will explain what the Bible actually says about Heaven, and what it will be like to live in such an amazing place.

30 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Choose You This Day (Part 1 of 2)

What will greet you, when you arrive at Heaven’s pearly gates? Angels playing harps? Saint Peter, with the keys to the kingdom? Anne Graham Lotz will explain what the Bible actually says about Heaven, and what it will be like to live in such an amazing place.

29 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Connecting Spiritually with Your Spouse

Connecting with your spouse is important, and when you can come together on a spiritual level, it takes your relationship to new heights. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley open up about their struggles and joys in finding that bond. They also outline some practical ways for connecting with your spouse,…

28 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Walking Through Depression

Dealing with depression is a struggle, but you’re not alone. Paul Asay shares personal insights to give you a glimpse into the dark and troubling world of depression and a few simple ways to manage it.

27 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Loving the Story of Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Brad and Marilyn Rhoads return to share more about their marital journey — and the incredible six-month road trip they took with their five kids. The adventure revitalized their family, strengthened their marriage, and helped them launch a powerful marriage ministry for other couples.

24 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Loving the Story of Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

What’s the biggest thing missing from today’s marriages? GRACE. We’ll hear one couple’s story of blaming each other for their unhappiness — until their eyes were opened to their own selfishness and sin. Together, they discovered God’s grace and reconciliation.

23 Jun 2021 6PM 26 min

Making Peace with Unfulfilled Dreams

As a kid, you had big hopes and dreams for your life. And then, reality set it. Chrystal Evans Hurst shares how she had to place her aspirations aside first, as a teenage single mother, then again later in life when she became the breadwinner for her family. You’ll be…

22 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min

Reducing Conflict in Your Marriage

You can have healthy communication with your spouse that doesn’t end in a fight! Fawn Weaver shares how you can reduce conflict in your marriage by making small, intentional changes. You’ll learn some basic rules of engagement with your spouse

21 Jun 2021 6PM 25 min