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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
1,935 Episodes
1180 – 1200

Forging a Partnership with Your Spouse in a Family Crisis

You and your spouse can stay together, even through a family crisis. Elisa Morgan and her husband Evan recount how they’ve kept their relationship strong through numerous trials, including the stress of adoption, their daughter’s teen pregnancy, and their son’s drug addiction.
8 Mar 2021 5PM 26 min

The Traits of Effective Parenting

Most parents want to get parenting right, but it’s not always easy. What if we could take a snapshot of our family life? Perhaps then we could see just how effectively we’re parenting. But what if we have no idea what effective parenting is supposed to look like? Well, today…
7 Mar 2021 5PM 28 min

The Transforming Power of God's Grace (Part 2 of 2)

The abandoned, the homeless, the hopeless—where is God’s grace in these situations? Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel shares moving testimonies of God’s grace interlaced with his own personal experiences. He’ll paint a powerful picture of how grace impacts every aspect of our lives, giving us hope.
4 Mar 2021 5PM 25 min

The Transforming Power of God's Grace (Part 1 of 2)

The abandoned, the homeless, the hopeless—where is God’s grace in these situations? Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel shares moving testimonies of God’s grace interlaced with his own personal experiences. He’ll paint a powerful picture of how grace impacts every aspect of our lives, giving us hope.
3 Mar 2021 5PM 25 min

The Power of a Mother’s Prayers

Do you worry about your child at school? One woman started an international movement with a simple concept: moms meeting together for one hour each week—to pray. Does that sound overwhelming? Find out how easy it is and hear stories of how God is working through praying moms
2 Mar 2021 5PM 25 min

Raising Great Kids by Setting Boundaries (Part 2 of 2)

Setting healthy boundaries for your kids is hard, but you can do it! Today you’ll hear how being a “mean” mom in the eyes of your children allows you to raise healthy, God-honoring kids. We’ll share how you can make your marriage a priority, reduce sibling rivalry, and eradicate entitlement…
1 Mar 2021 5PM 26 min

Raising Great Kids by Setting Boundaries (Part 1 of 2)

As a mom, you can raise healthy, God-honoring children! Today you’ll learn how to instill much-needed boundaries in your home, and how being a “mean” mom in the eyes of your children is actually being a good thing.
28 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Learning to Relish Life with Your Spouse

Finding joy and contentment every day is as simple as cherishing the moments you’ve been given. Alexandra Kuykendall shares the results of her nine-month experiment to rekindle her love of ordinary life. From making time to date her husband to supporting each other’s dreams, you’ll learn how you can embrace…
25 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Powerful Hope for Discouraged Moms (Part 2 of 2)

When your child is hurting or struggling, what can you do? Kathi Lipp reminds parents that your first and best parenting resource is PRAYER. Learn how to trust God with your family — even when life is challenging
24 Feb 2021 5PM 27 min

Powerful Hope for Discouraged Moms (Part 1 of 2)

Are you a BAD MOM? Most moms feel that way, no matter what they do! Kathi Lipp offers loads of encouragement to women who feel like failures and need this reminder — God is still working through your imperfect family! Don’t miss this hope-filled broadcast
23 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Overcoming Rejection to Live in God’s Love (Part 2 of 2)

You can overcome deep-seated rejection and recognize your value as a child loved by God. Lysa TerKeurstshares transparently about her emotionally absent father, an unwanted pregnancy, and how she found her identity in Christ.
22 Feb 2021 5PM 25 min

Overcoming Rejection to Live in God’s Love (Part 1 of 2)

God loves you for who you are, not for what you do. Lysa TerKeurst shares how you can overcome deep-seated rejection and recognize your value as a child dearly loved by God. A reminder that your circumstances don’t have to dictate your attitude
21 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Following Jesus through the Seas (Part 2 of 2)

The gospels are dramatic, wild…and wet! You’ll hear from Leslie Leyland Fields, a commercial salmon fisherwoman, about what we can learn from maritime references in scripture, why God calls us to mend nets, and how we can find peace, even in the midst of storms.
18 Feb 2021 5PM 25 min

Following Jesus through the Seas (Part 1 of 2)

The gospels are dramatic, wild…and wet! You’ll hear from Leslie Leyland Fields, a commercial salmon fisherwoman, about what we can learn from maritime references in scripture, why God calls us to mend nets, and how we can find peace, even in the midst of storms.
17 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Kids: You Gotta Love ‘Em!

If you’re a parent, it’s a pretty safe bet that you could use a good laugh. Comedian Kenn Kington shares the follies and foibles of his wife and kids, along with some sweet moments that make him so proud to be a dad
16 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

If You Want a Great Marriage, Do This (Part 2 of 2)

Great marriages don’t happen by accident — it’s often the little things that matter most. You’ll hear why honesty and vulnerability, keeping short accounts, spending time together, and a shared vision are essential! Learn how to succeed in your marriage
16 Feb 2021 7AM 26 min

If You Want a Great Marriage, Do This (Part 1 of 2)

Great marriages don’t happen by accident — it’s often the little things that matter most. You’ll hear why honesty and vulnerability, keeping short accounts, spending time together, and a shared vision are essential! Learn how to succeed in your marriage
14 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Having Fun in Your Marriage

Have you ever felt like you were in the “daily grind” of marriage? We plan to change that perspective, as we explore how to bring fun and laughter back into your relationship, and even enjoy your spouse when they drive you crazy! Join us for a fun and positive look…
11 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min

Discovering what it Means to Be a Man (Part 2of 2)

Pastor Mark Batterson shares about significant roles, responsibilities, and relationships in a man’s life. He tells inspiring stories of historical male heroes, who embodied what it means to be a real man and shares the importance of passing these qualities on to your son.
10 Feb 2021 5PM 27 min

Discovering what it Means to Be a Man (Part 1 of 2)

Pastor Mark Batterson shares about significant roles, responsibilities, and relationships in a man’s life. He tells inspiring stories of historical male heroes, who embodied what it means to be a real man and shares the importance of passing these qualities on to your son.
9 Feb 2021 5PM 26 min
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