Focus on the Family Commentary

Jim Daly explains why American independence will last only as long as American citizens value freedom more than empty promises of safety.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly explains why guarding your sex life not only means protecting against physical affairs, but affairs of the heart and mind as well.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly shares tips to help you get through the challenges you’ll face if you’re entering into a new marriage and you or your spouse-to-be have children.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly explains why every single person has profound worth simply because they are a human being, created with a divine spark.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly explains the paradox of successful marriages: couples who limit their independence while simultaneously thriving as individuals.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We don’t control our circumstances as much as we think we do. Jim Daly explains why faith is so important when life is always a whisper away from becoming something different than it is right now.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Middle age is naturally a time for questions about the state of your marriage, the state of your children, the state of your career. Jim Daly explains why, although middle age is a time of transition, it doesn’t have to be a time of crisis.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly shares why we should look past each other’s limitations, see what’s possible, and encourage one another.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Once upon a time, public school administrators wanted parents to be involved in their child’s education. Times have changed. Jim Daly explains why parents should have the final say over what their children are taught each day.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Debt can wreak havoc in a marriage. Jim Daly shares how to strengthen your relationship by freeing yourself your financial burdens.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly shares why a thing’s value depends on what you see beneath the surface.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly shares why the speed bumps you hit on your way to the marriage altar can be preparation for your future together as a couple ... because marriage doesn’t always go as planned.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

If you suddenly died, what would your family discover on your smartphone? Jim Daly shares the inspiring story of a man who left his family a love note from the grave.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Say yes to too many things, and busyness will invade every open space in your life and take over. Jim Daly explains the importance of protecting your time.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

When your child acts out, is your first reaction to patiently listen? Jim Daly reminds parents that children don’t always misbehave for the reasons we think they do.Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/panele?refcd=1412501 If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/