Focus on the Family is a half-hour daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with keys to stronger marriages, effective parenting, deeper relationships and a more satisfying lifestyle. Focus on the Family has become one of today's most recognized Christian radio programmes.
Latest episodes
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26 min
Heartwarming Ways to Love the Elderly in Your Family
Growing old is not a bad thing, it’s a normal part of life! Learn why we need to honour our elders and cherish them for their wisdom, experience, and presence in our lives. Growing…
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26 min
Practical Tips to Transform Your Marriage
Did you know a great marriage is like cookie dough? Jason and Tori Benham describe how husbands and wives can “add in the right ingredients” to improve their relationship — by mana…
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26 min
Respect: A Marriage Essential – (Part 2 of 2)
If you’ve ever felt disappointed about how an argument with your spouse ended, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs will explain how both men and women can end a disagreement gracefully, and find…
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26 min
Respect: A Marriage Essential - (Part 1 of 2)
Why is it that sometimes, two ‘good-willed’ people just can’t get along? Dr. Emerson Eggerichs explains that most married couples have communication styles that work against their…
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26 min
Inviting Strangers into God’s Family
As a believer in Christ, you want to effectively communicate and spread God’s love. And that starts with a spirit of hospitality. Hear some great ideas on how to show hospitality t…
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26 min
Finding Joy In A Crazy World – (Part 2 of 2)
Have you ever considered how special you really are? Humorist Ken Davis will share hilarious stories that illustrate how God created each of us to be totally unique, distinctively…
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26 min
Finding Joy In A Crazy World – (Part 1 of 2)
God made you special....” We’ve all heard that, but what does it really mean? Humorist Ken Davis explains how he found self-confidence as a child of God, rather than through sports…
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26 min
How Your Differences Strengthen Your Marriage
Dr. Walt Larimore and his wife, Barb, talk about how God designed the unique differences between men and women for our benefit. By understanding how God has wired you, you'll be ab…
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28 min
Raising Resilient Kids in a Restless World
Every parent wants to protect their children from hardship. But what if resilience isn’t about avoiding life’s storms, but learning how to grow through them? Parenting coach Mandi…
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26 min
Discovering The Joy Of An Alcohol-Free Life
What do you reach for when life feels overwhelming? Shopping? Social media? Maybe even alcohol? You’ll hear Christy Osborne’s powerful story of turning from daily drinking to findi…
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26 min
Set Free – (Part 2 of 2)
Imagine loving a drug so much that you would risk getting SHOT to get your next high. Bob Strothoff explains why he embarked on a life of crime to pay for the love of his life – he…
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26 min
Set Free - (Part 1 of 2)
She says once she tried heroin, she lost control of her life. We’ll hear the testimony of former drug addict Jacqui Strothoff, who found salvation and instant sobriety at the foot…
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26 min
Providing Hope To A Doubting Culture
Popular UK writer and podcaster Justin Brierley is convinced we are witnessing a growing wave of faith, replacing secularism. Justin will share how a number of his friends have com…
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26 min
Embracing Life After A Challenging Prenatal Diagnosis
Every life matters—and every child is a gift from God. One couple reflects on discovering their pre-born son had a life-threatening diagnosis and facing choices no parent ever want…
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27 min
Understanding How Birth Order Impacts Your Marriage
Many factors can influence a marriage—and a significant component is you and your spouse’s birth order. Dr. Kevin Leman will be sharing how your birth order can reveal some importa…
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26 min
Parenting Adult Children When They Walk Away From God – (Part 2 of 2)
One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to an empty nest, especially when your adult children go astray. Mary DeMuth offers guidance in your journey of fin…
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26 min
Parenting Adult Children When They Walk Away from God – (Part 1 of 2)
One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to an empty nest, especially when your adult children go astray. Mary DeMuth offers guidance in your journey of fin…
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26 min
Protecting Your Child From Online Dangers
Your kids are glued to screens, so what can you do to protect them? Mandy Majors explains the different online threats your children are up against and equips you with ways to keep…
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26 min
You Can Have a Healthy Family (Even If Yours Wasn't)
A strong family tree displays solid branches reaching through the generations, but what do you do when those branches are broken by dysfunction? Elizabeth Oates discusses her child…
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26 min
Handling Anxiety God’s Way – (Part 2 of 2)
Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown. He needed a change. Curtis shares how anxiety is more tha…