Focus on the Family Broadcast

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Focus on the Family is a half-hour daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with Jim Daly and John Fuller. Focus on the Family began airing in 1977. It is now carried daily on 2,000 radio outlets in the United States and has become one of today's most recognized Christian radio programs.

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06.03.2020

Dr. Kathy Koch explains how parents identifying and cultivating their children's unique 'smarts' can become a means to beating summer boredom, and offers practical, creative ideas for challenging kids' imaginations. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/overcoming-summer-boredom-with-kid-smarts Your ...

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06.03.2020 Overcoming Summer Boredom With Kid Smarts Dr. Kathy Koch explains how parents identifying and cultivating their children's unique 'smarts' can become a means to beating summer boredom, and offers practical, creative ideas for challenging kids' imaginations. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/overcoming-summer-boredom-with-kid-smarts Your ...
06.02.2020 Controlling Anger So It Doesn't Control You (Part 2 of 2) In a discussion based on his book Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion, Gary Chapman offers practical advice for dealing with anger in a healthy manner and embracing the power of forgiveness. (Part 2 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related ...
06.01.2020 Controlling Anger So It Doesn't Control You (Part 1 of 2) In a discussion based on his book Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion, Gary Chapman offers practical advice for dealing with anger in a healthy manner and embracing the power of forgiveness. (Part 1 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related ...
05.29.2020 The Complicated, Beautiful Life of a Foster Mom Jessie Gallaher describes the challenges and joys she experienced in adopting five siblings from foster care, and how she has grown in her faith and in her passion for supporting children in foster care. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast ...
05.28.2020 Modeling Generosity for Your Children Based on their book Everyday Generosity, Brad Formsma and his son Drew offer encouragement and practical guidance for helping your family develop generosity – not just with money, but with time, influence, attention, and words. Podcast users, find today's related ...
05.27.2020 Taking Positive Steps in Your Marriage For couples experiencing stress in their marriage because of the Coronavirus pandemic, Dr. David Clarke outlines some practical steps they can take to relieve that stress, strengthen their relationship, and build intimacy. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: ...
05.26.2020 Creating Summer Memories With Your Kids As many summer activities – from swim lessons to summer camps – may be delayed or canceled because of the Coronavirus pandemic, moms may feel overwhelmed and intimidated at the thought of coming up with fun and meaningful things for ...
05.25.2020 Honoring the Sacrifice for Freedom In commemoration of Memorial Day, Vietnam veteran Dave Roever and Focus on the Family listeners share touching stories about soldiers they know who sacrificed their life in defense of the freedoms we enjoy in our nation. Podcast users, find today's ...
05.22.2020 Ideas for Simple and Budget-Friendly Meals at Home Mary Beth Lagerborg and Mimi Wilson, co-authors of the best-selling book Once-a-Month Cooking, discuss the resurgence of making meals at home that's been brought about by the Coronavirus pandemic. They encourage listeners to make the most of this opportunity to ...
05.21.2020 Living in View of Eternity (Part 2 of 2) Best-selling author Randy Alcorn discusses the stereotypes surrounding Heaven and emphasizes the importance of developing a biblically-inspired imagination and identity regarding eternal life. (Part 2 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/living-in-view-of-eternity-pt2 Your feedback would be ...
05.20.2020 Living in View of Eternity (Part 1 of 2) Best-selling author Randy Alcorn discusses the stereotypes surrounding Heaven and emphasizes the importance of developing a biblically-inspired imagination and identity regarding eternal life. (Part 1 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/living-in-view-of-eternity-pt1 Your feedback would be ...
05.19.2020 Better Than Before: Re-Prioritizing Your Post-Quarantine Life As pandemic restrictions ease and we look to resume something of a 'normal' life, it'd be easy to forget the good, simple values we rediscovered while quarantined at home. On this broadcast, author Alexandra Kuykendall encourages us to move forward ...
05.18.2020 Kids: You Gotta Love 'Em! Comedian Kenn Kington celebrates funny family moments as he shares memorable experiences he's had with his wife and children. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/kids-you-gotta-love-em Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please visit http://www.focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey to ...
05.15.2020 Managing Money Well During a Crisis The Coronavirus pandemic has had a hard-hitting impact on millions of Americans and their family budgets. On this broadcast, finance expert Michelle Singletary offers practical advice for the wise management of money during this crisis and encourages listeners to trust ...
05.14.2020 Setting Boundaries When Young Adults Return Home As a result of the Coronavirus, many adult children are moving back home with their parents, creating a new set of challenges. On this broadcast, Dr. John Townsend helps families navigate expectations and responsibilities to set healthy boundaries and show ...
05.13.2020 Reasons to Believe in Jesus (Part 2 of 2) The Rev. Canon J.John highlights a few of the reasons Christianity is appealing - its historical accuracy, the opportunity to be forgiven and the fact that the Christian faith really works. (Part 2 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related ...
05.12.2020 Reasons to Believe in Jesus (Part 1 of 2) The Rev. Canon J.John highlights a few of the reasons Christianity is appealing - its historical accuracy, the opportunity to be forgiven and the fact that the Christian faith really works. (Part 1 of 2) Podcast users, find today's related ...
05.11.2020 Calming Your Fears Secretary of State Mike Pompeo gives an update on his work internationally during the coronavirus pandemic. Then, in a discussion based on her book 30 Days to Taming Your Fears, Deborah Pegues offers hope to those who feel overwhelmed by ...
05.08.2020 Thriving as a Mom Kara-Kae James describes how she struggled with a cycle of anxiety and depression as a mom until she learned how to thrive by seeking counseling, letting go of perfectionism, and relying on God. She offers moms encouragement, inspiration, and help ...
05.07.2020 Prayers and Stories of Hope for America Focus on the Family listeners have contacted our ministry to share their prayers and inspiring stories of how God has worked in their families and communities during the coronavirus pandemic. Today, we feature some of those stories to encourage you ...
05.06.2020 Caring for Your Neighbors During Coronavirus Jay Pathak and Dave Runyon, co-authors of the book The Art of Neighboring, offer guidance for how you can reach out to and help your neighbors amidst the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources ...
05.05.2020 Helping Your Child Develop a Resilient Faith in Uncertain Times With the Coronavirus pandemic illustrating how we live in uncertain times, John Stonestreet offers parents guidance for how they can help their children build a rock-solid faith in a shaky culture. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/helping-your-child-develop-a-resilient-faith-in-uncertain-times ...
05.04.2020 Creative Date Ideas for You and Your Spouse With everything going on in the world right now, a date night with your spouse is probably the last thing on your mind. But quality time together might be just what you need most. Today, author Kathi Lipp offers practical ...
05.01.2020 Hope for Getting Through the Tough Times Pastor and best-selling author Max Lucado offers hope to those struggling with hardship, particularly in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/hope-for-getting-through-the-tough-times Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please visit http://www.focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey ...
04.30.2020 Dealing With Grief and Loss During Coronavirus Trauma therapist Dr. H. Norman Wright offers hope and insight for dealing with illness and death during the coronavirus pandemic, addressing the hardships that come with sheltering in place – like not being able to say goodbye to loved ones ...
04.29.2020 Connecting With Your Kids Through Reading Jim Daly has a discussion with Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar who offers his expert insights on the coronavirus pandemic. Then Sarah Mackenzie, author of The Read-Aloud Family, explains how parents can strengthen their relationships with their children ...
04.28.2020 Reconnecting as a Couple During the Coronavirus Outbreak Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley describe how you can see the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic as an opportunity to strengthen your marriage. The Smalleys share stories of their own confinement experience and insights they've gained that can help you ...
04.27.2020 Balancing Work and Family While Staying Home As we're forced to stay home during the coronavirus pandemic, we're spending more time online, and our work, school, and family life have blended together in an unprecedented way. Today, author Arlene Pellicane offers guidance for managing our digital habits ...
04.24.2020 Holding on to the Hope of Heaven Pastor John Burke offers hope and encouragement found in his best-selling book Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits You. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/holding-on-to-the-hope-of-heaven Your feedback would be really helpful ...
04.23.2020 Growing Closer to Your Spouse When Money is Tight Best-selling authors Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn offer encouragement and guidance for couples feeling financial pressure and uncertainty because of the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/growing-closer-to-your-spouse-when-money-is-tight Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please ...
04.22.2020 Four Things Your Family Can Do During Coronavirus Best-selling author Dr. Kathy Koch outlines a practical four-step process to help families stay sane and thrive during this season of sheltering-at-home during the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/four-things-your-family-can-do-during-coronavirus Your feedback would be really ...
04.21.2020 Dealing With Anxiety and Depression During the Coronavirus Psychologist Dr. Gregory Jantz offers hope and practical help for those struggling with negative thoughts and emotions because of the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/dealing-with-anxiety-and-depression-during-the-coronavirus Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please ...
04.20.2020 Loving and Serving Your Spouse During the Pandemic Dr. Gary Chapman describes how couples can apply the five love languages to their day-to-day life so that their marriage can thrive amidst the challenges of staying at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources ...
04.17.2020 Navigating Screen Time During the Coronavirus Outbreak With schools closed during the coronavirus pandemic, children are required to spend more time staring at a digital screen as they do e-learning from home. Author Jonathan McKee offers parents practical guidance for navigating this stressful period and helping their ...
04.16.2020 Helping Your Marriage Survive the Coronavirus Guy and Amber Lia, co-authors of the book Marriage Triggers, offer couples advice for dealing with heightened tension from being 'stuck' at home because of the coronavirus pandemic. Our guests share practical suggestions for recognizing the triggers that can lead ...
04.15.2020 Trusting God When We Don't Understand His Ways (Part 2 of 2) In a discussion based on his book When God's Ways Make No Sense, psychologist Dr. Larry Crabb explores the topic of suffering in both the Bible and through personal stories, and offers encouragement through the re-assurance that God cares for ...
04.14.2020 Trusting God When We Don't Understand His Ways (Part 1 of 2) In a discussion based on his book When God's Ways Make No Sense, psychologist Dr. Larry Crabb explores the topic of suffering in both the Bible and through personal stories, and offers encouragement through the re-assurance that God cares for ...
04.13.2020 Standing for Life When It Matters Most Jim Daly discusses recent legal developments surrounding preborn life with Congressman Dan Lipinski and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, with the latter shedding light on the decision in Texas to not allow elective abortions in the state during the coronavirus ...
04.10.2020 Good Friday: A Roman's Perspective Joe White imaginatively illustrates the events surrounding the crucifixion of Christ as he takes on the persona of a Roman craftsman tasked with building the cross that will be used for the execution. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources ...
04.09.2020 Unexpected Homeschooling: Tips for Teaching Kids at Home As a help to parents suddenly and unexpectedly having to teach their kids at home because of the coronavirus pandemic, author Tricia Goyer offers practical suggestions for creating a realistic school-at-home schedule, balancing digital learning, motivating kids to stay productive, ...
04.08.2020 The Best Choices You Can Make for Your Marriage Psychologist Dr. Ron Welch and his wife, Jan, outline several simple but highly effective decisions a husband and wife can make to nurture their marriage in a discussion based on his book 10 Choices Successful Couples Make: The Secret to ...
04.07.2020 Giving and Receiving God's Grace Humorist Phil Callaway encourages listeners to live life with G.R.A.C.E. – an acronym that stands for Grateful, Relational, Amazed, Compassionate and Expectant. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/giving-and-receiving-gods-grace Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please ...
04.06.2020 Teaching Kids About Easter What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer explains how parents can equip children to understand and celebrate Easter within the context of Jesus' death and resurrection. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/teaching-kids-about-easter Your feedback would be really ...
04.03.2020 Trusting God in Today's Economy Author and speaker Steve Farrar encourages listeners who are struggling with financial challenges to trust in God as their ultimate provider and sustainer. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/trusting-god-in-todays-economy Your feedback would be really helpful to us. ...
04.02.2020 An Update on the Coronavirus From the U.S. Surgeon General U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams shares his expert knowledge and insights on the latest aspects of the coronavirus pandemic. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/an-update-on-the-coronavirus-from-the-us-surgeon-general Your feedback would be really helpful to us. Please visit http://www.focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey ...
04.01.2020 Elective Abortion During the Coronavirus Drs. David Hager and Bill Lile provide a pro-life perspective on the growing national controversy about whether abortion should be considered essential healthcare during the coronavirus crisis. Podcast users, find today's related broadcast resources here: https://dbx.focusonthefamily.com/media/daily-broadcast/elective-abortion-during-the-coronavirus Your feedback would be ...
03.31.2020 Understanding Your Triggers for More Peaceful Parenting (Part 2 of 2) In a follow-up to our highly popular program "Understanding How to Manage Anger in Motherhood," Amber Lia and Wendy Speake return to offer more practical advice found in their book Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses. (Part ...
03.30.2020 Understanding Your Triggers for More Peaceful Parenting (Part 1 of 2) In a follow-up to our highly popular program "Understanding How to Manage Anger in Motherhood," Amber Lia and Wendy Speake return to offer more practical advice found in their book Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses. (Part ...
03.27.2020 Reducing Conflict in Your Marriage Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell talks about the $2 trillion stimulus package passed in the Senate to provide emergency relief funding during the coronavirus outbreak. Then, in a discussion based on her book The Argument-Free Marriage, Fawn Weaver explains how ...
03.26.2020 Trusting God in Worrisome Times (Part 2 of 2) Offering tremendous hope in the face of our global pandemic, evangelist Lee Strobel describes how we can overcome fear by entrusting our lives to God and meditating on His faithfulness. Lee offers practical suggestions for alleviating our uncertainty, including praying, ...

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