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In less than an hour, catch up on the “best-of” Christian parenting and marriage insights from Focus on the Family. The Weekend bundles the highlights from five shows into a weekly segment you can listen to at home or on the go. Join hosts Jim Daly and John Fuller for the encouragement and resources your family needs to thrive together in Christ.

Focus on the Family Weekend

Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb. 8 - Feb 9. 2024

The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age! Then, every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of experience managing money from a Christian perspective. He gives helpful tips for “using your money to buy time” to invest in your family – whatever stage of life you are in!
Backpack Faith
Bring Your Bible to School Day
Your Life…Well Spent
Focus on Marriage Assessment

The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age! Then, every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of experience managing money from a Christian perspective. He gives helpful tips for &ldquo;using your money to buy time&rdquo; to invest in your family &ndash; whatever stage of life you are in! <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-09-01?refcd=2529008">Backpack Faith</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/live-it/bring-your-bible/?refcd=2529008">Bring Your Bible to School Day</a> <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-28?refcd=2529008">Your Life&hellip;Well Spent</a> <a href="https://assessments.focusonthefamily.com/s3/couples-assessment?refcd=2529008">Focus on Marriage Assessment</a>

Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School/How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family 

Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we think about—especially gratitude, truth, and hope—we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions, behaviors, and even future generations. Drawing from personal tragedy, including the loss of his son, Dr. Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma, anxiety, and destructive patterns. The conversation highlights practical ways believers can renew their minds, strengthen relationships, and raise resilient children by aligning their thinking with God’s design for human flourishing.
The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery
Don't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a Counselor
Share Your Story With Jim Daly
Overcoming Negative Thoughts

Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we think about&mdash;especially gratitude, truth, and hope&mdash;we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions, behaviors, and even future generations. Drawing from personal tragedy, including the loss of his son, Dr. Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma, anxiety, and destructive patterns. The conversation highlights practical ways believers can renew their minds, strengthen relationships, and raise resilient children by aligning their thinking with God&rsquo;s design for human flourishing. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-19?refcd=2529205">The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help-now/?refcd=2529205">Don't Walk This Road Alone &ndash; Speak With a Counselor</a> <a href="https://podcastfeedback.com/673b60dbde4058b3a1ee6fc0?refcd=2529205">Share Your Story With Jim Daly</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/brio/overcoming-negative-thoughts/?refcd=2529205">Overcoming Negative Thoughts</a>

Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain 

Defining the biblical term "shalom" as "breaking the hold of chaos," Dave and Ashley Willis describe how you can cultivate shalom in your home as well as in your relationships – particularly by breaking "strangleholds" caused by people who are overly needy. Our guests also discuss the pursuit of shalom in marriage through the careful and deliberate management of conflict. Also, parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face—from broken trust to friendships and dating. Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark offer practical, grace-filled guidance to help parents communicate well, build trust, and strengthen their relationship with their teens. You’ll discover how listening well and responding with wisdom can turn difficult moments into opportunities for growth and deeper connection.
Peace Pirates
What to Say and How to Say It to Your Teen
How's Your Marriage Doing?
Match Your Parenting to Your Kids' Needs

Defining the biblical term "shalom" as "breaking the hold of chaos," Dave and Ashley Willis describe how you can cultivate shalom in your home as well as in your relationships &ndash; particularly by breaking "strangleholds" caused by people who are overly needy. Our guests also discuss the pursuit of shalom in marriage through the careful and deliberate management of conflict. Also, parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face&mdash;from broken trust to friendships and dating. Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark offer practical, grace-filled guidance to help parents communicate well, build trust, and strengthen their relationship with their teens. You&rsquo;ll discover how listening well and responding with wisdom can turn difficult moments into opportunities for growth and deeper connection. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-17?refcd=2516507">Peace Pirates</a> <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-17?refcd=2516507">What to Say and How to Say It to Your Teen</a> <a href="https://assessments.focusonthefamily.com/s3/couples-assessment?refcd=2516507">How's Your Marriage Doing?</a> <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/age-and-stage-learn-about/?refcd=2516507">Match Your Parenting to Your Kids' Needs</a><a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-daily-broadcast-product-2026-08-17?refcd=2516507"></a>

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