Focus on the Family Commentary

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Focus on the Family Commentary episodes

July 02 A Child's Social World
Earning a driver’s license was once a time-honored tradition, but it’s become less important among today’s teenagers. Jim Daly explains the negative impact this cultural shift has on your teenager’s ability to develop healthy relationships.

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July 01 The Billy Graham Rule
The secret to a good marriage is love and romance. But so are good boundaries. Jim Daly explains the “Billy Graham Rule,” which fosters trust, deepens intimacy, and protects a marriage before it’s ever in danger.

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June 30 In-Laws Photobomb
Marrying into a family immerses you into a group of people who see the world differently than you do, which can lead to conflict. Jim Daly explains how to offer your in-laws grace and build a bridge instead of building walls.

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June 29 Why Marriage Matters
According to a mountain of data from a diverse group of experts, the institution of marriage matters. Jim Daly explains how research clearly confirms what we know intuitively: that marriage is good for society.

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June 26 Would You Save a Murderer?
It was Jesus who said, “Love your enemies.” But how exactly do we do that? Jim Daly shares why love often shines brightest when the circumstances surrounding it are darkest.

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June 25 Parent with Vision
Children often struggle to find their identities. Jim Daly explains why effective parenting is all about having vision for who your children are and for who they can become.

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June 24 Bullying
Bullying is pervasive in public schools. Children facing this situation need to know that mom and dad are on their side. Jim Daly shares four ways parents can support their kids when they’re being bullied.

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June 23 When Marriage Doesn't Go as Planned
Weddings don’t always go as planned. Neither do marriages. Even the best relationships face obstacles. Jim Daly shares how successful couples keep their relationship a top priority even when life doesn’t go as planned.

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June 22 We Can Overcome
If your struggles seem too big to overcome, don’t give up hope. Jim Daly explains why you can accomplish more than you think if you have a deep enough reason why.

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June 19 Juneteenth
Juneteenth memorializes the end of slavery in America. Jim Daly explains why, although our nation will never be perfect, our country is worthy of praise because it stumbles forward, toward our highest principles.

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In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy…