The Bible tells us that for someone to believe in Jesus they must first hear about Him. How do we do that in our workplace or in our community? How do we live out our faith every day? Well, our guest today has some answers. Cam Butler is the founding director of Urban Revs and former CEO of Sports Chaplaincy Australia. He’s also served as a local church pastor and as chaplain to the Melbourne football club. He’ll provide some easy ways for you to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

Australians are fortunate to live in a country with policies designed to support the vulnerable, particularly at times of crisis. Despite this, we still have many in our communities living below the poverty line. Today’s guests are Sally Evans and Rosie Kendall, from Christians Against Poverty in Newcastle, to discuss the poverty that is still present in Australia today and what we can do to address it.

A recent study by George Barnard noted that only 40 % of millennials and Gen Z’s feel hopeful about the future and only 33 % feel deeply cared for by those around them. Quality conversations with our kids is not just prevention, it’s a deep need in our society. Today’s guest is Susy Lee, award winning author who wrote Raising Kids Who Care. We discuss how families can deepen their connections through great conversations and how the church can encourage that.

As parents we want our kids to have happy, loving lives. As a society we need kids who are capable of thinking and acting beyond themselves to help others also. Today’s guest is Susy Lee, award winning author who wrote Raising Kids Who Care. Its aim is to change the world through families deepening their connections through great conversations.

Do you feel like you have been left on the shelf? We discuss with Letitia, founder of City Women in Toowoomba, some of the amazing work she and her team are involved with in their community but also explore how as a single you don’t have to wait for your life partner before you can serve God with all your heart.

**Not Suitable for Children** --- Research shows that a large percentage of young Australians learn about sex from pornography and unfortunately many are exposed to it from as young as 8 to 11 years of age. It’s statistics like these that drive Letitia in her work as founder of City Women in Toowoomba. She believes that like smoking society can quit another harmful addiction. We discuss the work she’s involved with, including 'A City Free from Porn.'

There are no perfect marriages but what would it take to bring you and your spouse closer together? Brett and Kate Ryan spoke to an online group on the topic of ’Keeping the Spark Alive’ using biblical truths and a reminder of timeless marriage interaction tips. Today is Part 2 of this presentation.

There are no perfect marriages but what would it take to bring you and your spouse closer together? Brett and Kate Ryan spoke to an online group on the topic of ’Keeping the Spark Alive’ using biblical truths and a reminder of timeless marriage interaction tips. Today is Part 1 of this presentation.

Fredrick Douglass said ’It’s easier to build strong children than to repair broken men. We would all agree, but how do we do that? Our guest today was a troubled teen and gang member, to now running a ministry called The Royal Hood. Along with his wife, they partner with parents to help teens develop a stronger sense of belonging and identity which produces Godly confidence about themselves and their future.

From being bullied, part of a gang, and suffering from mental health issues, to now a youth speaker and mentor. Our guest today, along with his wife, runs a ministry called The Royal Hood. We’ll hear more of how he is using his story to help teens to discover a stronger sense of Godly identity and confidence about themselves and their future.

We are raising children today in a very different world to what it was when we were raised and now, more than ever, we need to learn from others how to do it well. Brett and Kate spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising younger children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles including managing different temperaments, parenting on the same team and being intentional (Part 2 of 2).

We are raising children today in a very different world to what it was when we were raised and now, more than ever, we need to learn from others how to do it well. Brett and Kate spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising younger children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles including managing different temperaments, parenting on the same team and being intentional (Part 1 of 2).

If you were experiencing emotional distress or needing additional support during an unexpected or challenging pregnancy, where would you seek help? Lara Malin Wynyard, president of Pregnancy Help Australia, discusses the services they provide, the goals they have and how you may be able to get involved.

If you were experiencing emotional distress or needing additional support during an unexpected or challenging pregnancy, where would you seek help? Lara Malin Wynyard, president of Pregnancy Help Australia, discusses the services they provide, the goals they have and how you may be able to get involved.

Do you find it difficult to find suitable entertainment for your family? With our guests today from the Focus on the Family US Plugged In team, we discuss how they shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving family’s the essential tools they need to understand, navigate and impact the culture in which they live.

Do you find it difficult to find suitable entertainment for your family? With our guests today from the Focus US Plugged In team, we discuss how they shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving family’s the essential tools they need to understand, navigate and impact the culture in which they live.

Our guest today will be a familiar voice to many of you ? especially if you’re a regular listener of Focus. He’s a husband, father of 6, author, speaker, and is heard in thousands of radio stations to millions of people all over the world. We hear little stories from time to time, but who is the man behind the microphone? Our guest is none other than John Fuller, co-host of the daily Focus radio program since 2001. We’re going to hear a little bit more about his life and his calling.

Deb Hopper has been an Occupational Therapist for 20 years and is the founder of Life Skills 4 Kids based on the Mid North Coast of NSW. She helps children overcome sensory and emotional issues, and empowers their families to deal with the stresses of their day-to-day lives. Join us today we explore the different kinds of anxiety and some practical skills we can learn to manage each of them.

Deb Hopper has been an Occupational Therapist for 20 years and is the founder of Life Skills 4 Kids based on the Mid North Coast of NSW. She helps children overcome sensory and emotional issues, and empowers their families to deal with the stresses of their day-to-day lives. Join us today we explore the different kinds of anxiety and some practical skills we can learn to manage each of them.

It is indeed a painful experience for a parent to see their child who was brought up in the things of faith only to see them walk away from God. We discuss with our guest, Pastor Keith Glasgow, author of the book 'Exit' some of the reasons young people want to leave their faith, the importance of maintaining a relationship with your prodigal and the need to hand this over to God.

Christian parents have shared their experience of their children who have been brought up to follow the Lord and unfortunately seen them walk away from their faith in their teens or 20’s. This is a serious issue facing both parents and the church. We discuss with our guest, Pastor Keith Glasgow, author of the book 'Exit' some of the main reasons for leaving or 'exiting' and provide some advice for parents, church leaders and friends who want to help those who are turning away from their faith.

How and why do we respond differently when things don’t go to plan, or when things are uncertain? When under stress we express our thoughts, feelings and emotions differently. We discuss with retired psychiatrist, Dr Kuruvilla George, some different coping styles and strategies that would help us when life becomes overwhelming.

Mental Illness is unfortunately rising throughout the nation. Retired psychiatrist, Dr Kuruvilla George, discusses some of the causes of mental illness, how the church has traditional dealt with those suffering and how we and the church should change our approach with those who are experiencing a mental illness.

Are you a parent, grandparent or carer and in need of support and encouragement? Today’s guest is visionary and CEO of Mainly Music. They provide a time and place where young children and their carers find delight and shared experiences through music and play, accepted for who they are and grow educationally. We discuss the value of Mainly Music and how this program supports families in Australia and around the world.

One of the most effective fathering strategies is to simply take advantage of everyday opportunities to love our children and instill the right values. The key is to be consistent. Whether you are having fun with them, helping them with their homework or teaching them something new, being consistent in a relationship with our children with help foster a meaningful connection. Our guest, Lee Wee Min, is the Asian regional director of Focus on the Family and author of the book 'Intentional Fathering.' We discuss this in more detail as he shares some keys to help dads in their fathering journey.

Some of the important roles of being a father is to provide, to correct and to love. Not every dad will agree on what belongs in the number one spot, but I believe that one role that should be near the top is to model God’s character. But how to fathers achieve this? Our guest, Lee Wee Min, is the asian regional director of Focus on the Family and the author of the book 'Intentional Fathering.' He shares some of the joys and challenges of being a dad and discusses some of the keys to help dads in their fatherhood journey.

Australian relationships have faced an unfamiliar foe over the past year and a half of living with COVID restrictions and uncertainty. Today’s guest is Joanne Wilson, relationship expert and neuropsychotherapist from the Sunshine Coast, who has a passion for teaching couples how to transform their lives and reclaim happiness. We will be discussing how to survive the pandemic and come out stronger together.

There are no perfect marriages but what would it take to bring you and your spouse closer together? Brett and Kate Ryan spoke to an online group on the topic of ’Keeping the Spark Alive’ using biblical truths and a reminder of timeless marriage interaction tips. Today is Part 2 of this presentation.

There are no perfect marriages but what would it take to bring you and your spouse closer together? Brett and Kate Ryan spoke to an online group on the topic of ’Keeping the Spark Alive’ using biblical truths and a reminder of timeless marriage interaction tips. Today is Part 1 of this presentation.

We at Focus firmly believe that parents are the primary disciplers of their children. For fathers of faith with young children, reading bible stories making them fun and come alive is part of the journey. We also know it takes a village to raise a child and we need others and resources to help us in this vital role of bringing up our children in the things of God. Our guest, Akram Zaki, is the author of 'Daddy’s Bedtime Prayer.' We are proud to partner with Akram, and have exclusive rights to this beautiful illustrated read. We hear more about Akram and his heart behind writing this book for father’s to read to their children.

As parents we want our kids to have happy, loving lives. As a society we need kids who are capable of thinking and acting beyond themselves to help others also. Today’s guest is Susy Lee, award winning author who wrote Raising Kids Who Care. Its aim is to change the world through families deepening their connections through great conversations.

Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with special needs? Or a friend of someone who is and would like to know how to better support them? Meredith Swift, author of 'How Do I Do This? The Real and Raw Truth About Raising a Child with Special Needs: Interviews with Parents', has written a collation of interviews of parents (including herself) with children of various ages with special needs across the globe.

Do you feel like you have been left on the shelf? We discuss with Letitia, founder of City Women in Toowoomba, some of the amazing work she and her team are involved with in their community but also explore how as a single you don’t have to wait for your life partner before you can serve God with all your heart.

**Not Suitable for Children** Research shows that a large percentage of young Australians learn about sex from pornography and unfortunately many are exposed to it from as young as 8 to 11 years of age. It’s statistics like these that drive Letitia in her work as founder of City Women in Toowoomba. She believes that like smoking society can quit another harmful addiction. We discuss the work she’s involved with, including 'A City Free from Porn.'

**Due to the adult themes in today’s broadcast we recommend that this program is not suitable for younger listeners.** Unfortunately, affairs happen in good marriages, bad marriages and Christian marriages. Noni and David Yates have experienced incredible pain, gone through personal healing and repaired their marriage to now facilitate support groups for men and women impacted by infidelity betrayal. Their goal is to help others claim victory over shame and discover their God given purpose. Book by guests: Beyond Betrayal.

**Due to the adult themes in today’s broadcast we recommend that this program is not suitable for younger listeners. Unfortunately, affairs happen in good marriages, bad marriages and Christian marriages.** Noni and David Yates have experienced incredible pain, gone through personal healing and repaired their marriage to now facilitate support groups for men and women impacted by infidelity betrayal. Their goal is to help others claim victory over shame and discover their God given purpose. Book by guests: Beyond Betrayal.

Our guest today, child psychologist Sharon Garro, will unpack how she supported her own children through anxiety and worry, and we discuss how you can support your own children suffering with mental health issues.

From feelings of rejection and abandonment from an early age led to deeper feelings of anxiety and depression. Our guest today shares stories of her own journey with mental health and how she now uses those experiences to help others as a child psychologist.

Unfortunately, we are seeing an increasing number of young people being disengaged in church and not having a lifelong faith. Kimberly Smith is an author, speaker and the Generations and emerging leader pastor for the Baptist Union of Victoria. We are going to discuss how the church, and the role that you and I can play, to be more intentional to create a warm and welcoming environment for all ages. We will also share some good news stories from those churches doing well.

Research tells us that only 1/3 of young people who are growing up in church will sustain their faith and church engagement into adulthood. Kimberly Smith, author, speaker and the Generations and Emerging leader pastor for the Baptist Union of Victoria. We are going to explore why this is taking place and what the church and parents can do to address this.

Today’s teenagers are growing up in an everchanging landscape and we need to prepare them for life. My wife Kate and I spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising older children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles. Today’s broadcast is part three of this talk and includes 'Talking to your kids about sexuality,' teaching life skills and becoming job ready.

Today’s teenagers are growing up in an everchanging landscape and we need to prepare them for life. My wife Kate and I spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising older children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles. Today’s broadcast is part two of this talk and includes encouraging faith formation, repairing relationships and discussing drugs and alcohol.

Today’s teenagers are growing up in an everchanging landscape and we need to prepare them for life. Brett and Kate spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising older children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles. Today’s broadcast is part one of this talk and includes managing conflict, understanding behaviour and individualisation.

Our guest today is Jodi Koepke, managing director of MOPS Australia, teacher and author of 'Stepping Up in Leadership.' We discuss the value of motherhood, managing fear and navigating the beautiful mess of parenting and relationships.

are raising children today in a very different world to what it was when we were raised and now, more than ever, we need to learn from others how to do it well. Brett and Kate spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising younger children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles including managing different temperaments, parenting on the same team and being intentional. Today’s broadcast is part two of this talk.

We are raising children today in a very different world to what it was when we were raised and now, more than ever, we need to learn from others how to do it well. Brett and Kate spoke to North Reach community church on the topic of raising younger children, to give an overview and some easy-to-understand principles including managing different temperaments, parenting on the same team and being intentional. Today’s broadcast is part one of this talk.

Even the most intentional parents can find life so full that unfortunately, regular family devotions can be a challenge. Our guest today is Shell Shaw, teacher and author of Together Devotions, a book targeted at families with primary school aged children. We discuss the value of family devotions and the importance of nurturing faith formation in our children

Easter in many churches, is a time of fasting and prayer as we remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Lawrence Hirsch, founder and executive director of Celebrate Messiah Australia, an interdenominational, evangelistic society dedicated to successfully communicate the Gospel in a culturally relevant way to Jewish people in Australia by raising the truth that one can be Jewish and believe in Yeshua. Join us today as we discuss Easter and Passover from a Messianic Jewish perspective.

Australians are fortunate to live in a country with policies designed to support the vulnerable, particularly at times of crisis. Despite this, we still have many in our communities living below the poverty line. Today’s guests are Sally Evans and Rosie Kendall, from Christians Against Poverty in Newcastle, to discuss the poverty that is still present in Australia today and what we can do to address it.

All families have their fair share of challenges. Some go through them more publicly and dramatic than others. Today’s guests, David and Kylie Paton’s family are one of the latter after David, not once but twice, was in a major bike accident and nearly lost his life. Kylie has written a book 'Miracle Man' about her family’s journey through this and the lessons they learnt along the way.