Focus on the Family with Jim Daly
Episodes
Best of 2025: Surprise Your Kids with Unforgettable Faith Lessons
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping your kids engaged during family devotions can be quite the challenge. The last thing you want is for your kids to think that God’s Word ...
Best of 2025: Comedy Mayhem from a Midwesterner’s Mind
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian John Branyan celebrates the sensibilities of those who live in the Midwest……what some people from the West and East coasts refe...
Best of 2025: How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple (Part 2 of 2)
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amou...
Best of 2025: How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple (Part 1 of 2)
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our earliest childhood interactions will shape how we connect and communicate with each other as adults. The Yerkoviches and Camerons call these ...
Best of 2025: Envisioning What Heaven Will Be Like
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What will heaven be like? That’s a question many people ponder. And with some people experiencing glimpses of heaven when they have been close t...
Best of 2025: Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Husbands and wives can strengthen their relationship with regular “date nights.” It doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive &ndas...
Celebrating Christmas as a Family
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gather ‘round the fireplace with the Robertson clan from A&E’s Duck Dynasty while they share their favorite family Christmas stories. ...
Best of 2025: Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus (Part 2 of 2)
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
J.John explains why we need to take the Great Commission seriously and share Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors in a ‘natural’ wa...
Best of 2025: Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus (Part 1 of 2)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
J.John explains why we need to take the Great Commission seriously and share Jesus Christ with our friends and neighbors in a ‘natural’ wa...
Heartwarming Ways to Love the Elderly in Your Family
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s culture, we fear “getting old” and many older adults feel less valuable than they should. But Isabel Tom is encourag...
Best of 2025: What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural? (Part 2 of 2)
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Best of 2025 episode is based on Lee Strobel’s newest book, Seeing the Supernatural. Dive into the scriptures with us and explore what the ...
Best of 2025: What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural? (Part 1 of 2)
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Best of 2025 episode is based on Lee Strobel’s newest book, Seeing the Supernatural. Dive into the scriptures with us and explore what the ...
Best of 2025: Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader (Part 2 of 2)
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ann Wilson was simply trying to help her husband, Dave, become a godlier man. But Dave felt like she was constantly “booing him” as a...
Best of 2025: Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader (Part 1 of 2)
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ann Wilson was simply trying to help her husband, Dave, become a godlier man. But Dave felt like she was constantly “booing him” as a...
Best of 2025: Cultivating Healthy Emotional Habits with Your Children
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kids are no strangers to big emotions. This can be scary for parents to navigate. Michelle Nietert is a licensed professional counselor, author, and m...
Best of 2025: From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ! (Part 2 of 2)
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ul...
Best of 2025: From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ! (Part 1 of 2)
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ul...
Best of 2025: How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son (Part 2 of 2)
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent t...
Best of 2025: How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son (Part 1 of 2)
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent t...
Best of 2025: How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Spouse
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Communication is a key factor in any healthy relationship, especially when nurturing your connection with your spouse. In this Best of 2025 episode, H...
Best of 2025: Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits (Part 2 of 2)
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family...
Best of 2025: Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits (Part 1 of 2)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family...
Best of 2025: Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Hectic World (Part 2 of 2)
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gregory Jantz addresses the increasing anxiety being experienced in modern culture. 1 in 5 adults struggle with anxiety and 1 in 4 teens. With his...
Best of 2025: Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Hectic World
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gregory Jantz addresses the increasing anxiety being experienced in modern culture. 1 in 5 adults struggle with anxiety and 1 in 4 teens. With his...
Examining the Evidence of Christmas
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former atheist and award-winning legal editor Lee Strobel sets out to uncover the truth behind Christmas. Was Jesus really born in Bethlehem? Why Dece...
Discover the Joy of Advent with Your Child
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Christmas season often comes along with high expectations and chaos. But Julie and David Lavender want to help families slow down and contemp...
Remembering the Pilgrims' Journey
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Milbrandt shares his research about the Pilgrims’ journey from England to North America as they fled religious persecution. As a descendant ...
Reducing Drama in your Relationships (Part 2 of 2)
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you feel overwhelmed by others this holiday season there are things you can do to find hope. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory talk about how to quiet...
Reducing Drama in your Relationships (Part 1 of 2)
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you feel overwhelmed by others this holiday season there are things you can do to find hope. Kathi Lipp and Cheri Gregory talk about how to quiet...
Inviting Strangers into God's Family
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a believer in Christ, you want to effectively communicate and spread God’s love. And that starts with a spirit of hospitality. Annie McCune s...
Finding Joy in a Crazy World (Part 2 of 2)
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Humorist Ken Davis will encourage you to find joy by embracing a lighthearted attitude, even when your life isn’t perfect. He explains how God h...
Finding Joy in a Crazy World (Part 1 of 2)
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Humorist Ken Davis will encourage you to find joy by embracing a lighthearted attitude, even when your life isn’t perfect. He explains how God h...
Parenting Adult Children When They Walk Away from God (Part 2 of 2)
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to the empty-nest season, especially when our adult children make decisions we disagr...
Parenting Adult Children When They Walk Away from God (Part 1 of 2)
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to the empty-nest season, especially when our adult children make decisions we disagr...
Practical Tips to Transform Your Marriage
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Tori Benham provide a series of practical, Bible-based principles to help couples experience stronger, healthier, and more godly marriages.&...
Connect with Christ Through Song This Christmas Season
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is often a chaotic season with much that can distract us from celebrating quiet moments and God’s blessings. Award-winning songwr...
Rescuing Your Marriage from Pornography (Part 2 of 2)
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rosie Makinney knows firsthand the devastation pornography can bring to a marriage. She provides startling research about how porn negatively imp...
Rescuing Your Marriage from Pornography (Part 1 of 2)
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rosie Makinney knows firsthand the devastation pornography can bring to a marriage. She provides startling research about how porn negatively imp...
Inspiring Stories of Faith on the Front Lines
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Compagno, a FOX News host, comes from a long line of military service men and women. In fact, she wanted to be a fighter pilot. In this Veteran&...
Create Your Forever Family: The Joys of Adoption and Foster Care
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Foster care and adoption can be wonderfully redemptive for needy children, but parents also need to be aware of the loss and trauma these kids have ex...
Revitalize Your Marriage Now: Cozy & Connected! (Part 2 of 2)
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Using his trademark humor, Dan Seaborn challenges couples to assess the “friendship level” of their marriage and encourages them to go dee...
Revitalize Your Marriage Now: Cozy & Connected! (Part 1 of 2)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Using his trademark humor, Dan Seaborn challenges couples to assess the “friendship level” of their marriage and encourages them to go dee...
Rediscovering God's Love, Joy, and Peace (Part 2 of 2)
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What causes you to feel distant from God? In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Pastor Gary Thomas reveals twelve powerful lies that keep us disconnect...
Rediscovering God's Love, Joy, and Peace (Part 1 of 2)
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What causes you to feel distant from God? In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Pastor Gary Thomas reveals twelve powerful lies that keep us disconnect...
Protecting Your Child from Online Dangers
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Between school, social media, gaming, and streaming movies and shows, kids are glued to screens with dangers lurking everywhere. So what can you do to...
Building an Honest Prayer Life as a Mom
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re the mother of a toddler or an angsty teenager, one thing we all have in common is the need for regular prayer. Hillary Ferrer and...
Finding Healing After an Abortion
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a young woman, Camille Cates carried immense grief over the murder of her infant daughter and her abortion. For years, she spiraled into darkness, ...
Getting Along With Others at Home and Work (Part 2 of 2)
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is a co-worker driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at wo...
Getting Along With Others at Home and Work (Part 1 of 2)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is a co-worker driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at wo...
How Reframing Your Perspective Can Transform Your Marriage
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A shift in your mindset could strengthen or even transform your marriage! Rhonda Stoppe reminds women about God’s purpose for marriage: that the...
John Smoltz: A Story of Triumph and Unexpected Turns (Part 2 of 2)
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Smoltz is a World Series champion, former Cy Young award-winner and hall of fame pitcher. He shares his inspiring story about the twists and turn...
John Smoltz: A Story of Triumph and Unexpected Turns (Part 1 of 2)
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Smoltz is a World Series champion, former Cy Young award-winner and hall of fame pitcher. He shares his inspiring story about the twists and turn...
How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Townsend, bestselling author and psychologist, offers tips for married couples to set healthy boundaries. Hear his insight into the steps to ...
How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Townsend, bestselling author and psychologist, offers tips for married couples to set healthy boundaries. Hear his insight into the steps to ...
Reclaiming My Faith from Modern Skepticism
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How ‘safe’ is your faith? Could you be talked out of it? Researcher and apologist Alisa Childers explains how she almost lost her faith in...
Answering Your Kids' Tough Faith Questions
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Natasha Crain helps parents strengthen their children's Christian beliefs in a discussion based on her book Keeping Your Kids on God's Side: 40 Conver...
Finding Hope in the Aftermath of Domestic Violence
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karen DeArmond Gardner experienced a 30-year abusive marriage — living with a man who charmed everyone but soon became a nightmare to live with....
How to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family (Part 2 of 2)
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Licensed counselor Debra Fileta offers practical, biblical advice for assessing your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Helping you walk toward h...
How to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family (Part 1 of 2)
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Licensed counselor Debra Fileta offers practical, biblical advice for assessing your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Helping you walk toward h...
What Happens After We Die?
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In his best-selling book, One Minute After You Die, Dr. Lutzer answers the all-important question: Where will you spend eternity? He discusses what th...
Fun Ways to Pep Up Your Marriage
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Author Kathi Lipp offers practical, fun ideas for couples to improve their relationship and make time together a high priority. Receive the boo...
Four Essential Questions For Being Wise With Your Words
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing when and how to speak up can be challenging. Emerson Eggerichs gives insight on how to have healthy conversations with others confidently. By ...
Bringing Home the Prodigals (Part 2 of 2)
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the father of a prodigal child, Rob Parsons understands your pain. In this heartfelt message, he encourages parents of prodigals to always &ld...
Bringing Home the Prodigals (Part 1 of 2)
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the father of a prodigal child, Rob Parsons understands your pain. In this heartfelt message, he encourages parents of prodigals to always “l...
Trusting the Lord in the Midst of Tragedies
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Governor Bill Lee of Tennessee shares stories about some of the tragedies his family has endured, describing how God sustained them and redeemed their...
Raising Up Gen Z to Follow Christ (Part 2 of 2)
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Jimenez is a pastor, Christian apologist and the founder of STAND STRONG Ministries. He is a widely recognized worldview expert who specializes ...
Raising Up Gen Z to Follow Christ (Part 1 of 2)
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Jimenez is a pastor, Christian apologist and the founder of STAND STRONG Ministries. He is a widely recognized worldview expert who specializes ...
Build a Winning Game Plan for Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marriage is a unique gift of God, but sometimes it can be hard to navigate. That’s why George and Tondra Gregory are dedicated to helping couple...
Build a Winning Game Plan for Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marriage is a unique gift of God, but sometimes it can be hard to navigate. That’s why George and Tondra Gregory are dedicated to helping couple...
Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to he...
Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning ho...
Finding New Ways to Thrive in Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every marriage can benefit from a review of some relationship basics like accepting each other’s differences, navigating anger well, learning ho...
How to Break Free from the Pain of Past Experiences (Part 2 of 2)
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to our past. Maybe you’re still dealing with the consequences of mistakes made by you or...
How to Break Free from the Pain of Past Experiences (Part 1 of 2)
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regret can be a crushing burden that keeps you tethered to our past. Maybe you’re still dealing with the consequences of mistakes made by you or...
Teach Your Child How to Have Meaningful Conversations
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Communication impacts the way relationships are built and nurtured. Heather Holleman and her husband, Ashley, to share advice on how to teach your kid...
Make Fun a Priority Now – Here's Why!
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that feels fractured and frustrating, with so much stress and worry, can we still have fun? Is fun worth prioritizing when our schedules ar...
How to Nurture Emotional Health in Your Child
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional health plays a significant role in how we connect and communicate with those around us. Eliza Huie shares how you can intentionally guide yo...
Speaking Peace into Chaos in a Troubled Culture (Part 2 of 2)
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Jim Daly speaks with Brant Hansen and Gabe Lyons about what this means for our culture and the C...
Speaking Peace into Chaos in a Troubled Culture (Part 1 of 2)
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Jim Daly speaks with Brant Hansen and Gabe Lyons about what this means for our culture and the C...
Redeeming Your Blended Marriage
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vanessa and Scott Martindale offer advice for couples on centering their blended marriage around Christ. Hear how to avoid the pitfalls of “inne...
Finding God's Love When You Feel Broken (Part 2 of 2)
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
40 years ago, Dr. John Trent discovered the power of “the Blessing” — the powerful affirmation and unconditional love that parents g...
Finding God's Love When You Feel Broken (Part 1 of 2)
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
40 years ago, Dr. John Trent discovered the power of “the Blessing” — the powerful affirmation and unconditional love that parents g...
Forming New Habits For Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of aff...
Forming New Habits For Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of aff...
Making the Most of Time with Your Grandkids
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Josh Mulvihill shares the role of grandparents in passing on their faith according to the Bible. Hear his insights on making the most of the grand...
Defending the Rights of Children
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Katy Faust shares her story of starting a blog pushing back against progressive family policies and boldly continuing her work after a gay activist do...
Creating a Strong Foundation for a Healthy Marriage
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pastor Scott Kedersha encourages listeners to pursue God’s design for covenant marriage. He’ll equip dating couples with practical advice,...
8 Ways to Cultivate Relationships and Joy With Your Kids (Part 2 of 2)
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Busy parents are so frantic and rushed today they are missing out on what’s most important — connecting with God and their kids. The ...
8 Ways to Cultivate Relationships and Joy With Your Kids (Part 1 of 2)
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Busy parents are so frantic and rushed today they are missing out on what’s most important — connecting with God and their kids. The ...
Seeing the Funny Side of Life
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a full-time comedian, Kenn Kington works hard to see the funny side of life. Whether he’s traveling by plane or by car, situations arise that...
Parenting Teens Toward Adulthood (Part 2 of 2)
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents to deliberately work their way out of the parenting role by the time their child is 18, and instructs them to see th...
Parenting Teens Toward Adulthood (Part 1 of 2)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents to deliberately work their way out of the parenting role by the time their child is 18, and instructs them to see th...
Identifying Harmful Patterns to Heal Your Marriage (Part 2 of 2)
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pastors Justin & Trisha Davis share their incredible marriage journey — recovering from Justin’s infidelity and the generational sins ...
Identifying Harmful Patterns to Heal Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pastors Justin & Trisha Davis share their incredible marriage journey — recovering from Justin’s infidelity and the generational sins ...
Healthy Habits for Reducing Stress and Anxiety
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Charles Stone shares insights from neuroscience and the Bible on managing stress. He offers helpful tools to get through difficult seasons of pres...
In Memory of Dr. James Dobson
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Memory of Dr. James Dobson - Psychologist. Author. Speaker. Family Man. When Dr. James Dobson founded Focus on the Family in 1977, nobody knew he w...
Forming New Habits For Your Marriage (Part 1 of 2)
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of aff...
From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ! (Part 2 of 2)
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ul...
From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ! (Part 1 of 2)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sheila Walsh’s happy childhood dissolved in an instant when her father suffered a devastating brain injury that led to violent outbursts, and ul...
Supporting Your Preteen's Faith Journey
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Preteens are kids who are in-between childhood and teenagers — they are experiencing a lot of growth & development, often with high emotions...