Differences in Boys and Girls

Relating to Boys

Encouraging Girls

Resources to Help

How you relate to your son is very different than how you connect with a daughter. John and Danny open up about the ways they've related to both their boys and girls. Then, Jim Daly talks to Pastor Mark Batterson about ways he's discipled his sons. Finally, Dr. Meg Meeker tells a powerful story about how her dad's encouraging words changed the trajectory of her life.

 

The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be

 

Dad's Report Card

 

Resource Page for Dads

 

First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know

 

Counseling Consultation and Referrals

How you relate to your son is very different than how you connect with a daughter. John and Danny open up about the ways they've related to both their boys and girls. Then, Jim Daly talks to Pastor Mark Batterson about ways he's discipled his sons. Finally, Dr. Meg Meeker tells a powerful story about how her dad's encouraging words changed the trajectory of her life.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-legacy-of-courage-2026-06-04?refcd=2499003">The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/7u9ufn">Dad's Report Card</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/sb8bgy">Resource Page for Dads</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/65w0qr">First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/xhtxdo">Counseling Consultation and Referrals</a>

What will your kids say about the kind of dad you are? Join John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta as they count down the days to Father’s Day and share how to be a good father in your daily life.

What will your kids say about the kind of dad you are? Join John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta as they count down the days to Father&rsquo;s Day and share how to be a good father in your daily life.

Legacy of Courage: Celebrating Fathers on Father's Day

Season 1, Episode 3: Ways to Connect with Sons & Daughters

Dads Being Celebrated

When Father's Day is Painful

Guests Share About Dads

Final Thoughts & Resources

As Father's Day is coming up this weekend, we hear from some dads about how their kids have celebrated them. If you find Father's Day painful, John and Danny will offer you some encouragement. Also, you'll hear from several Focus on the Family guests who tell some special memories they have of their dad's.

 

The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be

 

Dad's Report Card

 

Counseling Consultation and Referrals

 

First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know

 

Dad's Web Page

As Father's Day is coming up this weekend, we hear from some dads about how their kids have celebrated them. If you find Father's Day painful, John and Danny will offer you some encouragement. Also, you'll hear from several Focus on the Family guests who tell some special memories they have of their dad's.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-legacy-of-courage-2026-06-04?refcd=2502101">The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/jf9ldc">Dad's Report Card</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/49c0yu">Counseling Consultation and Referrals</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/5624h9">First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/02bhnt">Dad's Web Page</a>

Season 1, Episode 4: How You Can Celebrate Father's Day

Prayer & The Benham's Story - Pt. 1

Having Fun With Your Kids

Benham's Story - Pt. 2 & Start Praying

Resources

Today we'll discuss two essential things you need to be a thriving father - prayer and having fun! Jason and David Benham recall how their dad prayed for them, and the amazing story that ensued as a result. Then, Jay and Laura Laffoon talk to Jim Daly about fun ways you can engage with your children. At the end, John Fuller and Danny Huerta will encourage you to make prayer a regular habit.

 

The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be

 

Dad's Report Card

 

Watch the Full Conversation with the Benham's

 

Dad's Resource Page

 

15 Creative Activities to do with Kids

Today we'll discuss two essential things you need to be a thriving father - prayer and having fun! Jason and David Benham recall how their dad prayed for them, and the amazing story that ensued as a result. Then, Jay and Laura Laffoon talk to Jim Daly about fun ways you can engage with your children. At the end, John Fuller and Danny Huerta will encourage you to make prayer a regular habit.
&nbsp;
<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-legacy-of-courage-2026-06-04?refcd=2484407">The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/o8jdhw">Dad's Report Card</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/1pzagg">Watch the Full Conversation with the Benham's</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/5q8zpm">Dad's Resource Page</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/01ishx" data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">15 Creative Activities to do with Kids</a>

Season 1, Episode 2: Men Who Pray & Have Fun

The Gift of Fatherhood

Parenting Younger Kids

When Kids Love Back

Resources for You

The demands of being a father are stressful sometimes, but when was the last time you paused and thanked God for your kids? John and Danny explain why being a dad is not what they expected it to be like. Former NFL player, Benjamin Watson, joins Jim Daly to share how a conversation with a flight attendant helped him gain a new perspective. Also, Carey Casey discusses why the joy of having your kids love you back is worth the sacrifices you'll make.

 

The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be

 

Dad's Report Card

 

Watch the Full Conversation with Benjamin Watson

 

First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know

The demands of being a father are stressful sometimes, but when was the last time you paused and thanked God for your kids? John and Danny explain why being a dad is not what they expected it to be like. Former NFL player, Benjamin Watson, joins Jim Daly to share how a conversation with a flight attendant helped him gain a new perspective. Also, Carey Casey discusses why the joy of having your kids love you back is worth the sacrifices you'll make.
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<a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-legacy-of-courage-2026-05-28?refcd=2484406">The Good Dad: Becoming the Father You Were Meant to Be</a>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/hze72p">Dad's Report Card</a>
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<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/4drhqn">Watch the Full Conversation with Benjamin Watson</a>
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<a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/first-time-dad/?refcd=2484406" data-callout-id="edit_links_in_description">First-Time Dad: The Stuff You Really Need To Know</a>

Season 1, Episode 3: Ways to Connect with Sons & Daughters

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