Affirmation, Not Condemnation

You can’t change your spouse, but you can influence him or her. Jim Daly shares why affirmation, not criticism, is the best way to produce positive change in your marriage.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Do You Believe?

What do Sputnik and the four-minute mile have to do with a successful marriage and kids with character? They illustrate why success or failure often lies in what we believe is possible. Jim Daly explains.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, pl…

Say What You Mean

Children learn to do what they’re taught, not what they’re told. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important that parents say what they mean and mean what they say to shape their child’s behavior properly.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, pleas…

Dads on Duty

Jim Daly shares the story of “Dads on Duty,” who volunteered at a local school to mentor students, protect school grounds, and demonstrate that men of good character raise boys of good character.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give…

Cheer Him On

Many wives believe they’re helping their husband by pointing out his flaws when, really, they’re pushing him away. Jim Daly says, “To draw your husband closer and to influence him to change, cheer him on.”   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, p…

Mean Tweets

It’s a lie that “words can never hurt me.” Words can be devastating. Jim Daly shares the story of two female sportswriters and a series of hate-filled tweets that illustrate the real and present danger of digital bullying.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Fam…

Make Our Civilization Great Again

Is America in trouble? Jim Daly says why it’s easier than we think for a powerful civilization like ours to disappear from history and explains what you and I can do today to prevent it.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your …

Focus on Your Own Dance Steps

If you want your marriage to be better, move your relationship in a positive direction. How? Jim Daly shares how to improve your marriage through the wisdom of dance.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

Jesus Take the Wheel

Sometimes we get a good life through goals. Sometimes we have to take our hands off the wheel and see where life takes us. Jim Daly shares why the best course of action is often the one that catches us by surprise.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Comm…

Act Like a Dude

Adult maturity is largely developed in childhood. But parents don’t always have to make life lessons so serious. Jim Daly shares fun ideas for helping your children mature while having some fun along the way.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary…