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Focus on the Family Weekend

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Focus on the Family Weekend

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Praying for Your Marriage is Essential
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jodie Berndt adds to the Praying the Scriptures series by encouraging couples to pray for their marriages! She explains how you are responsible for your own faith, how to pray with different personalities, praying through conflict over finances, and praying the scriptures through a season of difficulty. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage BUNDLE Make Prayer a Life-Giving Part of Your Marriage! 3 Prayers to Pray With Your Spouse What Research Says About Couples Who Pray Together Share Your Story With Jim Daly
How to Make Peace with What You Can’t Control
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Lysa TerKerust discusses her newest book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and Wanting to Figure It All Out.Making Peace with What I Can't ControlHeal From the Wounds of Broken TrustDon't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a CounselorGuiding Your Teen Into AdulthoodHave You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?
What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting, keeping the welcome mat out and the opinions to a minimum. On this two-day broadcast, you’ll learn about topics like healthy boundaries, estrangement, and reconciliation with your wayward adult child.When Your Adult Child Strays
Bringing Good News to Kids in Public School/How to Wisely Invest Your Time and Money in Your Family
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
The struggle to give our kids a biblical education is real. Kori Pennypacker shares how her ministry, Bible2School, provides free Bible programs to help young students grow their faith in public school. Tune in to hear her explain how to develop Christian values in our kids from an early age! Then, every couple asks the question: How can we manage our money to invest in the things that truly matter? With work, family, and school, it can be hard to find balance. Russ Crosson has over 40 years of experience managing money from a Christian perspective. He gives helpful tips for “using your money to buy time” to invest in your family – whatever stage of life you are in!Backpack FaithBring Your Bible to School DayYour Life…Well SpentFocus on Marriage Assessment
Renewing Your Mind, Rewiring Your Brain
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, shares insights about the powerful connection between neuroscience and the Christian faith. He explains how our thoughts can physically reshape our brains. By intentionally choosing what we think about—especially gratitude, truth, and hope—we can form new neural pathways that influence our emotions, behaviors, and even future generations. Drawing from personal tragedy, including the loss of his son, Dr. Warren shares how people can better heal from trauma, anxiety, and destructive patterns. The conversation highlights practical ways believers can renew their minds, strengthen relationships, and raise resilient children by aligning their thinking with God’s design for human flourishing.The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain SurgeryDon't Walk This Road Alone – Speak With a CounselorShare Your Story With Jim DalyOvercoming Negative Thoughts
Identifying Negative Strangleholds in Your Relationships /Essential Skills for Navigating Tough Conversations with Teens
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Defining the biblical term "shalom" as "breaking the hold of chaos," Dave and Ashley Willis describe how you can cultivate shalom in your home as well as in your relationships – particularly by breaking "strangleholds" caused by people who are overly needy. Our guests also discuss the pursuit of shalom in marriage through the careful and deliberate management of conflict. Also, parenting teens often means navigating some of the most challenging conversations families face—from broken trust to friendships and dating. Tim Shoemaker and his son Mark offer practical, grace-filled guidance to help parents communicate well, build trust, and strengthen their relationship with their teens. You’ll discover how listening well and responding with wisdom can turn difficult moments into opportunities for growth and deeper connection.Peace PiratesWhat to Say and How to Say It to Your TeenHow's Your Marriage Doing?Match Your Parenting to Your Kids' Needs
Unlock Your Child's Learning Potential with the 8 Types of Intelligence
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
What if your child’s biggest challenge is actually their greatest strength? Dr. Kathy Koch explores life-changing insights from her book 8 Great Smarts, revealing how every child is uniquely wired with different kinds of intelligence – from the nonstop talker to the deep thinker, the music-maker to the curious questioner. Learn how to recognize your child’s natural strengths, nurture what makes them come alive, and stop unintentionally paralyzing their "smarts."8 Great Smarts7 Traits of Effective Parenting AssessmentMatch Your Parenting to Your Kids' NeedsHelping Your Child Develop Resilience
Fortifying Your Marriage for the Storms of Life
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on his book Making Your Marriage a Fortress, Gary Thomas helps couples anticipate and weather the inevitable storms of life. He says that they can grow closer to each other and God through these experiences. He provides encouragement and hope for couples who are currently struggling, as well as offering a preparatory warning to couples who haven’t yet faced a crisis and need to know that such crises are inevitable.Making Your Marriage a FortressHope RestoredDon’t Let the Storms of Life Wash Your Marriage AwayDealing With Emotional Crises in Marriage
Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights on relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults.Boundaries with KidsAge and Stage eNewslettersSpeak to a counselor For more great parenting content, check out our Practice Makes Parent podcast
How to Change Your Perspective on Life /How to Represent Christ in Today's Culture
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
British evangelist J.John brings encouragement for anyone who needs to change their perspective on their circumstances. He suggests that we try to see things from God’s perspective by looking up, looking in, looking back, looking around, and looking ahead. Then Pastor J. D. Greear shares practical insights and real-life stories to help believers reach our broken culture with the love of Christ. Hear his encouragement to meet people where they are, live as authentic examples of Jesus in everyday life, and make a lasting impact for the gospel.Jesus Christ – The TruthJ.John Audio CollectionEveryday RevolutionaryReFOCUS with Jim Daly
Tiny Habits Can Build a Stronger Family
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
What’s the secret to a strong family? Author and mom Jessica Smartt says it’s not perfection – it’s connection. Drawing from her book Come On Home, Jessica shares powerful and practical ways to build a lasting family legacy, navigate technology with wisdom, and create meaningful memories as a family. You’ll be encouraged to create a home where your kids feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. Because as Jessica reminds us, “Your family doesn’t have to be perfect to be strong.”Come on HomeAge and Stage eNewslettersParents' Guide to Technology 2026BePresent – Plugged In App Review
Fighting for God's Best in Your Marriage
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Gabe and Rebekah Lyons equip couples to fight for connection in their marriage and break unhealthy patterns of conflict. Hear their stories of sharing and processing their origin stories to better understand their emotions and know each other deeply.The Fight for UsHope RestoredFight for a Stronger and Deeper MarriageHow to Stop Fighting Your Spouse: Seven Steps to Win-Win Solutions in Marriage
Simple Yet Profound Ways to Transform Your Marriage
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jason and Tori Benham provide a series of practical, Bible-based principles to help couples experience stronger, healthier, and more godly marriages. They describe better ways to handle conflict, communication, and practicing “being present” with your family – especially when it’s hard.Marriage A to ZMarriage AssessmentFriendship in MarriageCommitment in Marriage
Focus on the Family Weekend: July. 4. - July 5. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
George Washington and other American leaders during the Revolutionary War displayed extraordinary faith in God. They attributed success on the battlefield to God, called the American people to days of fasting and prayer for the Revolution, and wrote Christian principles into America’s Founding documents. Rod Gragg recounts fascinating stories of our nation’s history and how Christians can learn from the faith of America’s past leaders. He shares about the first Independence Day celebration, and how churches today can flourish in the midst of cultural shift away from a Biblical worldview. Then, in this Adventures in Odyssey drama, Irwin Springer, a middle schooler interested in history, takes a wild journey back to the American Revolution, where he meets the men who shaped the United States.   By the Hand of Providence   Adventures in Odyssey Bible   Adventures in Odyssey: The Movie   Adventures in Odyssey Club   All Created Equal: Celebrating Freedom on Independence Day   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 27. - June 28. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Money can easily create tension in marriage – but it doesn’t have to! Financial expert Matt Bell shares biblical principles and practical tools for managing your money together in a way that builds trust, peace, and purpose. Matt shares from his book, Starting Strong: Discovering the Good That Money Can Do In Your Marriage. From budgeting to car payments to long-term investments, you’ll discover how to make financial decisions that strengthen your faith and your marriage.   Starting Strong   Focus on the Family Marriage Assessment   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Communicating to Achieve Financial Harmony (Part 1 of 2)   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 20. - June 21. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jay and Laura Laffoon encourage dads to plan intentional times to connect with their children. Jay has written Ultimate Date Night, which provides different activities with a spiritual connection so dads can teach their kids about the Bible in a memorable way. Then Pastor Ted Cunningham encourages young adults to go ahead and get married, and not wait until they can ‘afford it.’ He also shares stories about how he and his wife deliberately make an effort to enjoy their marriage.   Ultimate Dad Night   Fun Loving You   Match Your Parenting to Your Kid's Needs   Focus on Marriage Assessment   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 13. - June 14. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Kristen Rusch, Ashley Durand, and Dr. Jenny Coffey share their insight on finding hope through the struggles of motherhood. They touched on subjects such as depression, meltdowns, comparison, and being rooted in their identity in Christ.   Mothering on Empty   Match Your Parenting to Your Kid’s Needs…Now   Stages of Motherhood   Motherhood in Difficult Situations   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 6. - June 7. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Are you living life on empty? Licensed counselor Debra Fileta highlights ways to “fill up” physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In a 6-part process that Debra calls “Soul Care,” she goes through the life and rhythms of Jesus to discover how we can care for our souls. Instead of living unsatisfied, we can experience renewed energy, purpose, and strength to serve others like never before!   Soul Care   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   40 Self-Care Ideas for Achieving True Rest   What to Do When You're Not Okay (Part 1 of 2)   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 30. - May 31. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jim Daly and John Fuller introduce this Adventures in Odyssey radio drama about a young man’s dream to become a successful radio DJ – but he gets bad advice about sharing other people’s secrets on air! Then military life can place enormous strain on families through deployments, frequent moves, and long seasons of separation. But what if those challenges could become opportunities for deeper faith and even ministry? Beth Runkle shares how military spouses can replace fear with faith, use prayer as a powerful spiritual weapon, and see every new assignment as part of God’s calling on their lives.   AIO Animation Journey into the Impossible   Another Move, God?   Episode #193: “A Tongue of Fire”   Connecting With Your Spouse During Military Deployment   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 23. - May 24. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Conflict in marriage can often feel like an all-consuming and explosive cycle that eats away at peace. It’s essential to acknowledge past experiences that contribute to these negative cycles. Ron (a licensed marriage and family therapist) and his wife Nan describe how self-regulation and retraining the brain's triggers can help bring restoration and healing in a marriage. The couple shares their own journey through the tragic loss of their young son and how these principles impacted that difficult process.   The Mindful Marriage   Hope Restored   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   4 Healing Prayers for Marriage Restoration   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 23. - May 24. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Conflict in marriage can often feel like an all-consuming and explosive cycle that eats away at peace. It’s essential to acknowledge past experiences that contribute to these negative cycles. Ron (a licensed marriage and family therapist) and his wife Nan describe how self-regulation and retraining the brain's triggers can help bring restoration and healing in a marriage. The couple shares their own journey through the tragic loss of their young son and how these principles impacted that difficult process.   The Mindful Marriage   Hope Restored   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   4 Healing Prayers for Marriage Restoration   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 16. - May 17. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Kathy Koch addresses parent-child relationships after the child reaches the adult stage. She discusses how to recognize the signs of unhealthy expectations and how to strengthen those relationships. Kathy explores subjects such as the importance of breaking free from codependency, healthy grandparenting, and not idolizing your children.   Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children   Declaration of Release   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Redrawing Boundaries with Adult Children   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 9. - May 10. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Pastor Ted Cunningham brings hilarious encouragement to moms by urging them to stop stressing out over non-essential decisions, and start actively seeking out a more lighthearted approach to life. Then based on his book, Defending Your Marriage, Dr. Tim and Noreen Muehlhoff share about the reality of spiritual warfare against marriages, and how to combat the enemy’s lies with the truth of God. Couples will be encouraged that they’re not alone in the fight for a godly marriage and better equipped to be a shining example for the world around them.   A Love That Laughs   Defending Your Marriage   The Focus on the Family Comedy Collection   Reactive Cycle Assessment   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May 2. - May 3. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
With trademark humor and warmth, British evangelist J.John and his wife Killy share candid stories about the ups and downs of 42 years of marriage and global ministry. From a seasoned perspective, they offer practical, biblical advice for “maintaining” your relationship. The pair discuss how “The Four R’s” – respect, responsibility, romance, and resolve can shape a marriage to go the distance.   Marriage Works   J.John Collection   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage Podcast   Adventures in Odyssey: Journey in the Impossible   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: April 25. - April 26. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Rich Griffth shares the different leadership styles parents should use to disciple their kids as they grow. Hear about discipling kids with intentionality at different stages of their development, from birth until adulthood.   Discipleship is Leadership   Match Your Parenting to Your Kids’ Needs . . . Now   Practice Makes Parent Podcast   Wait No More   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: April 18. - April 19. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
What you say, and don’t say, can improve your relationships! Deborah Pegues, author of 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue, reminds us how we can honor God in how we talk to others. Deborah shares from her own journey to take a ‘tongue fast’ where she doesn’t say anything negative and how all of us can avoid lying, gossip, and complaining. Then Abdu Murray explains the threat Artificial Intelligence poses to our cultural idea of what it means to be human. Hear his insights into the positive uses of AI, and his warnings against dangerous uses of AI such as chatbots. He’ll help you navigate the cultural noise and root yourself and your family in the truth that humans are defined by being made in the image of God.   30 Days to Taming Your Tongue   Fake ID   Leading the Charge As Woman   Plugged In   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: April 11. - April 12. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Marriage isn’t built in a single defining moment—it’s formed in the everyday choices couples make with their words, their attitudes, and their actions. Dave and Ashley Willis join us to explore how small, intentional shifts in marriage can lead to lasting change. Drawing on Scripture and decades of family ministry experience, they offer practical tools to help you strengthen your connection and build a marriage that reflects Christ’s love.   Do Marriage Better   Counseling   Take the Free Marriage Assessment!   The Four Seasons of Intimacy in Marriage   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: April 04. - April 05. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
In today’s society, a lot of families think Easter is more about rabbits and chocolate, rather than the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Bob Lepine explores various traditions of Easter, and points out the true meaning of this holiday — Jesus died and rose again so we can live forever with him in Heaven! Then Champ Thornton wants to inspire children – and their parents – with fascinating Bible facts, biographies of great Christians, humor, trivia, and more! He believes kids need to integrate their faith with the “real world” all around them and learn how to discern between godly truth and cultural perspectives.   12 Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know About Easter   The Really Radical Book for Kids   Coming Home   How to Read the Bible – As a Family   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar 28. - Mar 29. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Leann Murphy is a mom who wanted to share the truth about marriage with her adult children. This wisdom became her 21-day devotionals – Becoming a Wife & Becoming a Husband. Leann shares how to “fight well,” build routines that draw you closer to Jesus, and walk through betrayal, bitterness, and resentment – all with a heart set on Jesus. Then Ollie Lia shares his story of struggling with anxiety when he started high school, and how his mom, Amber, helped him work through it. Ollie and Amber offer practical steps for parents and teens to overcome the mental health struggles so many teens are walking through.   2-Book Becoming a Husband/Wife Bundle   Hope Restored   You Are Seen   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar 21. - Mar 22. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
You can make a difference in the life of a child! Captured in the book, The Lucky Few, Josh and Heather Avis share on the pain and heartache that several years of infertility had on their marriage. They then share how God began to prompt their hearts to adopt, and then adopt a child with Down syndrome. They also share about their other two adopted children and shine a positive light on Down syndrome reminding all of us that even if we feel fear we need to step out in faith to what God is calling us to.   The Lucky Few   Special Needs Parenting Collection   Wait No More   Special Needs Adoption Journey   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar 14. - Mar 15. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jason and Tori Benham equip couples and families to face fear, panic and anxiety that would otherwise prevent us from doing what God has called us to do. They speak from firsthand experience about panic attacks, paralyzing fear and sleepless nights. They also describe a proven biblical and brain-based process that helped set them free from these kinds of debilitating struggles. The 3-step plan of attack involves recognizing what’s happening, renouncing the lie, and replacing it with the truth.   Unshakeable   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Find Peace in a Culture of Anxiety   How Do I Keep My Anxiety from Affecting My Parenting?   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar 7 - Mar 8. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
As a mom of 3 sons, Molly DeFrank knows firsthand how boys struggle to find their purpose and identity in a “toxic masculinity” culture. Molly offers hope and confidence — encouraging moms to keep planting seeds of the Gospel and remind their boys that they belong, they can be brave and tender, be creative, and even have fun! Intentional moms of young boys can help mold them into godly young men, and model how to struggle and grow in a daily walk with Jesus.   Mothering Boys   7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   How to Take Your Family Through a Digital Fast   13 Lessons Moms Can Teach Their Sons   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb 28 - Feb 29. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
"An affair is the murder of a marriage." Pastor Gary Thomas explains how extra-marital affairs develop and how to avoid them. He also offers hope and healing for spouses who want to restore their relationship.   Making Your Marriage a Fortress   Hope Restored   Steps to An Affair PDF   Counseling Consultation & Referrals   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb 21. - Feb 22. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Middle school can be tough. Kids face bullying, first crushes, and the pressure to have the right clothes or the latest tech—all while trying to figure out who they are. Dr. Heather Holleman steps into the world of teen girls to help you better understand what your daughter is experiencing. She also offers practical tools to help your daughter build a strong, confident identity rooted in Christ. Then David Green, the founder of Hobby Lobby, and his ministry partner, Bill High, share their secrets to leaving a lasting family legacy. Learn about transferring family values to your children and grandchildren. Hear David’s inspiring stories of stewarding his business and family with a long-term mindset.   3-Book Elita Brown Series Bundle   Brio   The Legacy Life   Age and Stage – Grandparenting   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb 14. - Feb 15. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
How to Say No to a Stubborn Habit   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God’s Family   What Does the Bible Say About Sin: 5 Sins that are Hurting Your Relationships   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb 07. - Feb 08. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
People may wonder why God allows temptation in the first place, but He often uses our desires and bad habits reveal His power and grace in our lives, and form our character to more like Jesus Christ. Dr. Lutzer describes how renewing our mind and restraining our emotions, and keeping current accounts with God will equip us to fight temptation and sin.   How to Say No to a Stubborn Habit   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God’s Family   What Does the Bible Say About Sin: 5 Sins that are Hurting Your Relationships   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan 31. - Feb 01. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Healthy habits will improve your marriage! Dr. Randy Schroeder recommends husbands and wives learn to forgive each other, be solution-focused in conflict, and infuse laughter into their relationship. He also warns about having secrets, interrupting each other, and using sarcasm. Couples can learn better ways to interact with and communicate!   Simple Habits for Marital Happiness   Marriage Assessment   Hope Restored   7 Healthy Habits That Will Improve Your Marriage   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan 24. - Jan 25. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
With forty years in the TV business and from personal experience, David Murrow understands the negative effects from overuse of screens. He discusses positive and negative uses of various media and offers great practical advice for you as a parent as you guide your children and manage screens in your home. Then every life matters—and every child is a gift from God. When Mauricio and Christin Rosa learned their preborn son had a life-threatening diagnosis, they faced choices no parent ever wants to face. Yet, through fear and uncertainty, they chose to trust God and to choose life. Their story is one of courage, faith, and the unshakable belief that every life has purpose and value.   Drowning in Screen Time   Parent’s Guide to Today’s Technology   Saving Nate   Wondering Whether to Abort a Child Diagnosed With a Fatal Medical Problem   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan 17. - Jan 18. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Author and Christian financial advisor Russ Crosson has spent more than 45 years guiding individuals and couples in everyday financial situations. Discussing his book, Your Money Made Simple, he offers practical advice for mastering your finances biblically. Then, for years, Christy Osborne turned to wine to manage grief, a struggling marriage, and the pressures of motherhood, only to feel trapped in her habits. In desperation, she cried out to Jesus—and through His grace, began a journey of healing, finding new strength in Scripture and healthier ways to face life’s challenges. She shares her story as a testimony of God’s peace, redemption, and the lasting hope found in Him.   Your Money Made Simple   Best of 2025 Audio Collection   Love Life Sober   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan 10. - Jan 11. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Comedian John Branyan celebrates the sensibilities of those who live in the Midwest……what some people from the coasts refer to as “Flyover Country.” The “coasters” think their big cities and beaches are special, but the Midwest contains most of America’s food! After riffing on a variety of subjects, John closes with a very encouraging word picture about the value of every human life. Then Tim Shoemaker shares how he revitalized his devotional time with his sons. You’ll learn how to share important life and spiritual applications through some “kinda dangerous” object lessons. We hope all parents listening will be encouraged to pass down their faith to the next generation.   Comedy Collection   The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions   Best of 2025 Audio Collection   Family Reading of Scripture   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan 3. - Jan 4. 2026
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
With personal stories and expert advice, Michelle Nietert provides practical and faith-based tools for parents to guide their little ones through emotions – big and small! Then Jay and Laura Laffoon explain that a date night doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive – simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions! They recommend having fun, having a purpose for your date, and doing what your spouse most desires.   Bringing Big Emotions to a Bigger God Bundle   Ultimate Date Night   Best of 2025 Audio Collection   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec 27. - Dec 28. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
The late 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 whole-person approach, Jantz unpacks the myriads of reasons for this trend and shares practical solutions for healthy living. He will help you to attack the three-headed monster of worry, anxiety, and stress by asking you to take personal inventory, choose healthy habits and diet, and address your spiritual needs through God’s Word, prayer, and Christian community.   The Anxiety Reset   Best of 2025 Audio Collection   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   How Do I Keep My Anxiety from Affecting My Parenting?   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec 20. - Dec 21. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family environment, like an attitude of service, and shares inspirational stories from his own family that you will enjoy.   5 Traits of a Healthy Family   Best of 2025 Audio Collection   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Single Parent Resources   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec 13. - Dec 14. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on his updated The Case for Christmas, Lee Strobel takes a fresh look at the evidence behind Jesus’ birth. Then Annie McCune shares amazing stories to give you some great ideas on how to show hospitality towards neighbors and strangers as a way of loving like Christ. You’ll be inspired to open your heart and your home!   The Case for Christmas   Practicing Hospitality   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God’s Family   Truth Rising   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec 6. - Dec 7. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to the empty-nest season, especially when our adult children make decisions we disagree with. Mary DeMuth guides us on this journey of finding joy regardless of our wayward adult kids, sharing practical and spiritual tips on how to stay connected with children who have left the Christian faith.   Love, Pray, Listen   7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Special Edition Morgan Weistling Print   Mary DeMuth’s Prayer Cards for Adult Children   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov 29. - Nov 30. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
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 helped him overcome his own physical disabilities and find self-acceptance by understanding that he only had to be the best version of himself – just the way God made him to be.   The Focus on the Family Comedy Collection   The Source of Self-Worth   Christmas Stories Podcast   Take Focus Wherever Life Takes You!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov 22. - Nov 23. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Ryan and Kayla North describe the joys and challenges of foster parenting and adoption. Then award-winning songwriter Tony Wood shares heartwarming reflections on the holiday season tied to our emotions, relationships, and God’s gift of Jesus Christ.   Wait No More Suitcase Bundles   Manger Throne   Christmas Stories Podcast   Help Deliver Hope and Joy!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov 15. - Nov 16. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on his new book The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Gary Thomas dismantles twelve key lies Christians believe that cripple their intimacy with God.   The Life You Were Reborn to Live   Truth Rising   Cherishing Your Spouse Every Day   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God's Family   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov 8. - Nov 9. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Is a co-worker or family member driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at work, and illustrates how our friends and family may perceive the world very differently than we do.   The Way We Work OR The Way They Learn   Getting to Know the Way We Work PDF   Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?   Counseling Services and Referrals   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov 1. - Nov 2. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Erwin Lutzer answers the all-important question: Where will you spend eternity? He discusses what the Bible teaches about death, heaven, God’s divine justice, and the assurance of salvation believers have in Jesus Christ. Then Natasha Crain offers parents strategies and encouragement for raising kids who follow Jesus. She helps moms and dads confidently foster deep, faith-building conversations with their children, so that their children understand who they are in Christ and how to defend their faith.   One Minute After You Die   Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God’s Family   10 Tips for Having Deeper Faith Conversations With Your Kids   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Oct 25. - Oct 26. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
An emotionally healthy family starts with emotionally healthy individuals. Debra Fileta is a licensed counselor and mom of four. In her books, Are you Really OK? and Any Day Emotions, she equips parents and children to understand their emotions, assess their mental health, and pursue a path to wellbeing. For parents, Debra brings hope and practical tools to navigate a child’s emotions in a God-centered way.   Nourish Your Family’s Mental Health Bundle   Counseling   Age and Stage eNewsletter   What to Do When You’re Not Okay   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Oct 18. - Oct 19. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
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 couples build a successful game plan within their marriage. When you work with your spouse and adopt a winning mindset, you can create a strong and healthy marriage.   The Marriage Game Plan   Marriage 911   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Resources: Marriage Materials   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Oct 11. - Oct 12. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Parents today are in panic mode. Your Gen Z children are struggling with depression, identity, pressure, and increased cases of abandoned faith. Jason Jimenez wants to help you leverage healthy authority and intentional parenting methods to help the younger generation understand their true identity in Christ. Jason introduces 8 core traits to help you better understand and relate to your kids. He urges you to understand the lies of the culture and have hard conversations with your children to refute them. Jason provides strategies to connect with Gen Z kids and instill a strong Biblical faith in them to withstand negative external influences.   Parenting Gen Z   Truth Rising   J. Warner Wallace: Igniting a Christian Worldview in Gen Z Culture   Raising Your Teen to be a Resilient Christian   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Oct 4. - Oct 5. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Popular guest Dr. Randy Schroeder discusses habits you can integrate into your marriage. Jim talks to Randy about pursuing the daily essentials of affection in your marriage, promoting emotional closeness, and leaving and cleaving properly. On the second day, they discussed positive communication habits, conflict resolution, and guarding your relationship well. Simple Habits for Marital Happiness Take the Marriage Assessment Filling Your Marriage With Joy Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Sep 27. - Sep 28. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Pastor Scott Kedersha encourages listeners to pursue God’s design for covenant marriage. He’ll equip dating couples with practical advice, empowering you to build your relationship on a healthy foundation. Then Eliza Huie shares how you can intentionally guide your kids towards emotional strength and resilience. She offers insight on what an emotionally healthy child looks like, along with advice for every parent seeking to raise grounded, emotionally secure children. Ready or Knot? Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids Marriage Assessment Age and Stage e-Newsletters If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Sep 20. - Sep 21. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
40 years ago, Dr. Trent discovered the power of “the Blessing” — the powerful affirmation and unconditional love that parents can give to their children. But what if someone never got a blessing growing up? Or lost their blessing later on in life? Dr. Trent and his daughter Kari describe how we can allow God to become our “perfect parent” and bring that blessing into our life.   Broken to Blessed   FOF Counseling Department   Encourage Couples to Give and Live the Blessing   Blessing Your Children   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Sep 13. - Sep 14. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Pastors Justin and Trisha Davis share their incredible marriage journey — recovering from Justin’s infidelity and the generational sins of their parents. The Davises describe “cycles of sin” like shame, blame, hiddenness, and unforgiveness, and how we need to get to the root of these issues before God can heal our lives.   One Choice Away from Change   Hope Restored   How to Avoid or End an Affair   Marital Infidelity: Recovery for Both Wounded Spouses   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Sep 5. - Sep 6. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Justin Earley, father of four boys, shares his experiences navigating messes and sibling fights. Hear how to create stability in your home and teach spiritual lessons in the small moments. Then preteens are kids who are in-between childhood and teenagers — they are experiencing a lot of growth and development, often with high emotions but their maturity lags behind. Tricia Goyer and Leslie Nunnery encourage parents to monitor and limit preteen internet use, ask more questions (and lecture less), and maintain faith traditions of going to church, praying over their kids, and reintroducing them to God’s Word.   The Big Mess   Faith That Sticks   Age and Stage eNewsletters   4 Things Preteens Need Most from Their Mom   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Aug 30. - Sep 1. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on his book, Renaissance, Os Guinness calls the current generation the “crunch generation” because the many challenges facing today’s world are converging quickly and need resolution. He asks Christians to pay “focused attention” to listening to non-believers around them in order to connect. Os advises believers to think deeply for themselves when it comes to loving God with their minds. When witnessing, they must ask questions to those questioning Christianity, rather than making statements, allowing the non-believer to think and come to their own discovery of salvation in Jesus.   Renaissance   Truth Rising   Christian Activism in the End Times   Living a Life of Bold Faith   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Aug 23. - Aug. 24. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
You want to say the right thing when your children do wrong – but most parents aren't sure where to begin. Amber Lia and Wendy Speake, offer parents specific “parenting scripts” for responding to sibling rivalry, disobedience, unforgiveness, laziness, and much more. With a little planning, you can respond with patience and wisdom to your child’s actions – good and bad!   Parenting Scripts   Age and Stage eNewsletters   Launch into the Teen Years   Moms and Anger: Understanding Your Triggers   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Aug 16. - Aug. 17. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Matt and Lisa Jacobson return to discuss ways to serve each other well with love in marriage. Through choosing the way you think about our spouse, being of one mind in Christ, and cherishing them through every season of life, Matt and Lisa discuss how making your marriage last through the years is possible!   2-Book Bundle: Loving Your Husband/Wife Well   Marriage Assessment   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast   Hope Restored   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Aug 9. - Aug. 10. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
John Stonestreet is the president of the Colson Center and a worldview expert. In the current “civilizational moment,” and chaos of the culture, John encourages us to understand, communicate, and live out the Christian worldview for our communities, tying back to the release of the upcoming documentary film Truth Rising.   Truth Rising   Understanding Our Mission in the Culture   Colson Center for Christian Worldview   Hope Restored   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Aug 2. - Aug. 3. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
In today’s digital age, we spend more time on our phones than ever before. Jonathan McKee shares a variety of ways to encourage your children to build real-life connections beyond their screens. Then Heather Holleman and her husband, Ashley, join us to share practical insights on communicating effectively within marriage while living out a gospel-centered life together. Their encouragement serves as inspiration to guide you into how to strengthen your marriage through strong care and conversations.   52 Ways to Connect with Your Smartphone Obsessed Kid   The Six Conversations   Conversation Starters for Couples   Hope Restored   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Weekend, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: July. 26 - July. 27. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Conflict is an inevitable part of marriage, but it doesn't have to be destructive. In fact, conflict can be healthy; couples who learn how to "fight fair" often enjoy stronger marriages. Tune in for a humorous and engaging discussion as husband-and-wife counseling team Les and Leslie Parrott offer practical advice on how spouses can avoid destructive conflict and learn to "fight a good fight" that will strengthen rather than damage their relationship.   The Good Fight   Reactive Cycle Assessment   Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?   Counseling Consultation & Referrals   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: July. 19 - July. 20. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Sometimes, life can knock you upside the head and send you spiraling. Levi Lusko shares the story of his midlife crisis, filled with panic attacks, doubt, worry, and exhaustion. In the midst of these struggles, he drew closer to God and actually discovered joy. You’ll be encouraged and comforted by this powerful message.   Blessed are the Spiraling   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Journaling to Ease Anxiety   Verses of Hope and Coping Skills for Depression   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: July. 12 - July. 13. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
As a parent, you want to nurture your child’s spiritual development, and that can be intimidating! Mom of four Janel Breitenstein identifies some spiritual life skills your child needs to become a disciple who is “on fire” for Jesus. She explores concepts like prayer, studying God’s Word, worship, self-control, service, and resilience. You’ll get an idea of some solid spiritual foundations and ways you can nurture those in your child’s life.   A Rebel’s Manfiesto   Truth Rising   Launch Into the Teen Years   Helping Teens with Anxiety   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: July. 5 - July. 6. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Following Jesus is costly. In a culture that glamorizes sex, chases fame, and shames those who don’t fall in line, it takes a rebel to be a Christian. Dr. Sean McDowell discusses the content in his book A Rebel’s Manifesto, helping young people wade through the cultural lies about God’s goodness, sex, and identity in light of God’s truth.   A Rebel’s Manfiesto   Truth Rising   Launch Into the Teen Years   Helping Teens with Anxiety   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 28 - June. 29. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Naturalist Eryn Lynum shares how God has structured all of creation around the need for rest—Sabbath rest once a week and daily rest – to create margin in your overcrowded schedule. Eryn will help you to step away from information overload and stress to abide in Christ daily. Then combat veteran Chad Robichaux shares his stories of military heroism, which inspired his new novel Silent Horizons. He also talks about his testimony of healing from PTSD. Hear his encouragement and advice for reaching out to military Veterans.   The Nature of Rest   The Importance of Rest and Giving Rest   Silent Horizons   Helping Military Families   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 21 - June. 22. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Greg and Erin Smalley and Jim and Jean Daly share stories from their own marriages and provide practical marriage advice on navigating conflict, tools for marriage, strengthening the bond with your spouse, understanding differences with your spouse, and preparing for marriage.   The Healthy Marriage Devotional   Hope Restored   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Conversation Starters for Couples   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 14 - June. 15. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
In a world that feels fractured and frustrating, with so much stress and worry, can we still have fun? Annie F. Downs shares all the reasons you not only CAN have fun but SHOULD. Then Sarah Mackenzie, author of The Read-Aloud Family, explains how parents can strengthen their relationships with their children by reading books together as a family.   Chase the Fun   FOF Comedy Collection   The Read-Aloud Family   Adventures in Odyssey Club   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: June. 7 - June. 8. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Stacey Thacker, mom of four daughters, explains the power of praying for our teen girls. By working through her SOFT method of praying, you’ll learn how to effective lift your daughter before the Lord and entrust her to His care. Then Brooke McGlothlin, author of Praying for Teen Boys, encourages parents to pray for their sons.   Praying for Teen Girls   Praying for Teen Boys   Brio Magazine   Battle Plan: Praying Strategically for Your Children   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May. 31 - June. 1. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Author and financial expert Russ Crosson provides practical advice on what simple decisions you can make today to manage your money and build a more secure financial future. Then Dr. Gregory Jantz shares 6 keys for overcoming burnout, using a whole-person approach. He’ll help you to streamline your stress, reclaim your true self, find sanity through simplicity, and more to find replenishment.   Your Money Made Simple   How to End Conflicts with Money in Your Marriage   Beyond Burnout   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May. 24 - May. 25. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Our earliest childhood interactions will shape how we connect and communicate with each other as adults. Based on the book How We Love, Milan and Kay Yerkovich and Marc and Amy Cameron help couples discover their love or attachment styles, which shape behaviors, beliefs and expectations within marriage. The five love styles they describe are: secure connector, avoider, pleaser, vacillator, and chaotic (controller and victim).   How We Love   Hope Restored   Learn to Identify Your Emotions in Marriage   How Childhood Experiences Impact Our Love Styles   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May. 17 - May. 18. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Like many couples, Bob and Wendy Griffith initially disagreed about foster care. Bob saw lots of obstacles. But after meeting with local community leaders about how his church could be more effective, the greatest need was in foster care. Thus began a personal journey for the Griffiths of fostering and adoption. Their example began a snowball effect of more families in the church getting involved in foster care ministry, having a profound impact on social workers, local foster families and church members who rallied to help these needy children. Wendy shares wonderful stories about “the power of 1 yes,” and Bob makes a powerful case for why Christians need to be involved in foster care ministry.   Mama Bear Apologetics   Truth Rising   Fostering Jesus   Wait No More   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May. 10 - May. 11. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Our culture pushes us to seek significance at careers, making money, power, etc — all away from our family. In this interview, Josh and Christi Straub emphasize the importance of being “famous at home.” On day one, they discuss putting your spouse first, the need to reconnect, and working on your spouse’s heart. On day two, Josh and Christi encourage moms and dads to become better parents by entering their child’s world, choosing humility and asking forgiveness, learning how to express emotions in healthy ways, and the importance of establishing family rhythms.   Famous at Home   Marriage Assessment   Becoming Teammates in Marriage   7 Traits of Parenting Assessment   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: May. 3 - May. 4. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Gary Chapman shares insights from his bestselling book, The Five Love Languages. He offers a humorous look at his own marriage and advice on how you can experience a deeper level of intimacy with your spouse. Then Aaron Sharp candidly shares about his experience as a “four-time pregnancy survivor,” sharing how he learned that his wife’s hormones were like fastballs; how he overcame intense bouts of “dad insecurity,” and how he and his wife kept their marriage strong in the midst of bringing a new life into the world.   The 5 Love Languages   Marriage Assessment   Hope Restored   You Got This, Dad   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 26 - Apr 27. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
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 whole-person approach, Jantz unpacks the myriads of reasons for this trend and shares practical solutions for healthy living. He will help you to attack the three-headed monster of worry, anxiety, and stress by asking you to take personal inventory, choose healthy habits and diet, and address your spiritual needs through God’s Word, prayer, and Christian community.   The Anxiety Reset   Counseling   How do I Keep my Anxiety from Affecting my Parenting?   How Practicing Spiritual Disciplines can Positively Impact Your Mental Health   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 19 - Apr 20. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Our culture is fascinated with the supernatural, and a lot of what we see and hear points back to God! Lee Strobel conquers some pretty interesting topics when it comes to our faith…things like miracles, mystical dreams, angels, and even ghosts! You’ll hear some solid evidence of God’s presence in the supernatural, and through this conversation, you will be encouraged to grow closer to Him.   Seeing the Supernatural   The Case for a Creator   Science and Christianity: How Science Can Strengthen Your Teen’s Faith   Coming Home   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 12 - Apr 13. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Os Guinness shares deep insights into the current chaos in the United States in what is a cultural revolution. He inspires believers to be agents of justice and compassion, offering solutions for the restoration of true freedom, which leads to peace and order in society. Then Josh and Christi Straub want to help Christian parents introduce their young children to the story of Jesus Christ’s life, death and resurrection in age-appropriate ways.   The Magna Carta of Humanity   Truth Rising   10 Days of the Easter Story   Family Reading of Scripture Holy Week Study   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Apr. 5 - Apr 6. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Leading parenting expert and pediatrician Dr. Meg Meeker shares about the masculinity crisis in today’s culture and encourages you as a parent to take an active role in guiding and shaping your son’s character. She says the foundation of any boy’s life is built on three things: his relationship with God, his parents, and his siblings and friends. Dr. Meeker takes a positive view of masculinity as she offers seven secrets to raising healthy sons.   Boys Should Be Boys   Voices   Age & Stage eNewsletters   Boys to Men: What Your Boy Needs to Become a Good Man   Raising Godly Men out of a Toxic Culture   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 29 - Mar 30. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Pastors are often the busiest and most overworked members of the Christian community — and they need our support! Pastor Dave Stone understand these struggles first hand, and his new calling is to encourage and support these ministry leaders with the new Pastor to Pastor podcast from Focus on the Family! Then Rich Griffith shares practical advice from his experience as a single dad of three boys to encourage Christian parents to teach their children to use discernment to navigate the positive and negative influences in their lives.   Pastor to Pastor with Dave Stone podcast   Voices   Wait No More   Walking Alongside Your Teen   Focused Pastor   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 22 - Mar 23. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Today, teen girls and young adult women need a healthy, positive outlook about life, love and their faith. Jessie Minassian offers “big sis” encouragement and insights about practical and godly ways these girls can grow and thrive as the women God made them to be. AND – Jessie’s advice also works for Christians of all ages!   Receive the book Your Brightest Life your donation of any amount!   Brio Magazine   Confident, Selfless, Grounded: Helping Tween and Teen Daughters Navigate Friendships   Walking Alongside Your Teen   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 15 - Mar 16. 2025
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Everything has a secret code or password—including your spouse’s heart! For women, that password is security, while it’s success for men. Bill and Pam Farrel dive deep into these two core needs, helping you better understand your spouse and how to relate to him or her. They talk through marriage essentials such as conflict resolution and communication to help you decipher that code and to help you gain the skills you need to better understand your spouse’s heart.   Receive the book The Secret Language of Successful Couples your donation of any amount!   Marriage Assessment   Sign up for the Nurturing the Heart of Your Spouse Collection!   Reconnect Through Meaningful Conversation   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 8 - Mar 9. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jill Garner discusses how we can raise morally courageous children, grounded in truth, and able to stand strong against the many temptations of today’s culture. Her book, StrongHeart, gives practical ways that parents can instill humility, gratitude, other-centeredness, respect, GRIT, and bravery in the heart of their child. Help your child discover all of who God has called them to be!   Receive the book StrongHeart your donation of any amount!   Age & Stage eNewsletters   Can Virtue Be Taught?   Fun Ways for Your to Instill Virtues in Your Children   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Mar. 1 - Mar 2. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Gary Chapman wants to help you have a loving, stable, vibrant family! He describes five biblical characteristics that create a healthy family environment, like an attitude of service, and shares inspirational stories from his own family that you will enjoy.   Receive the book The 5 Traits of a Healthy Family your donation of any amount!   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Single Parent Resources   Free Love Language Quiz   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb. 22 - Feb 23. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Trillia Newbell passionately equips parents to celebrate Black History Month with their children around the dinner table and teach them the power of the gospel to create racial reconciliation. Also, cancel culture has prompted many Christians to regularly voice their opinions for fear of being silenced. Some obnoxiously vent on every issue, regardless of their knowledge of that subject (or lack thereof). Pastor Ted Cunningham explains that the Bible calls us to a restraint that adds influence and power to our voices, and he’ll also help us discern when it IS time to speak up.   Receive the book Celebrating Around the Table your donation of any amount!   Listener CD   Happy Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom   When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People by Gary Thomas   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb. 15 - Feb 16. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on their new book Lasting Ever, Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie Fink share how they have experienced God’s everlasting love throughout the highs and lows of life.   Receive the book Lasting Ever your donation of any amount!   Loving Well   Practice Makes Parent   Unsung Hero Official Lionsgate Website   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb. 8 - Feb 9. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley share advice for couples getting ready to marry. Statistics show that the majority of Americans want a happy marriage, yet most spend less time preparing for the marriage than they do on the wedding ceremony. The Smalleys advise that engaged couples learn how to build a strong, healthy and godly marriage in premarital counseling. Issues they address include commitment, leaving and cleaving, honoring your spouse, communication, managing conflict and more.   Receive the book Ready to Wed for your donation of any amount!   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Resist the Drift   Ready to Wed: 12 Ways to Start a Marriage You Will Love   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Feb. 1 - Feb 2. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Emergencies can strike at any time. From natural disasters to crises a little closer to home, storms arise and you may not know what to do. Kathi Lipp shares how a close call with a house fire inspired planning and preparing for any difficult circumstance. She’ll provide you with some simple, realistic, and tangible steps to prepare your family and get them on board. You’ll learn how to reframe the way you look at emergency preparedness so you can hold onto the peace God provides and help your neighbors, too. Also, Ryan and Lana Rush share practical ways parents can create meaningful mealtimes with their children, to nourish them physically and spiritually. Mealtimes give Christians an opportunity to not only build up their own family, but also to invite others to the table who are outside of their typical circle and show them the love of Christ   Receive the book Ready for Anything for your donation of any amount!   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Restore the Table   Video: The Table   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan. 25 - Jan 26. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan helps you find your true identity in Christ and recognize God’s bigger purpose for you. He’ll inspire you to bring God’s peace to chaos in the culture, while emphasizing the importance of Christian community. Plus, kids are no strangers to big emotions. And this can be scary for parents to navigate. Michelle Nietert is a licensed professional counselor, author, and mother of two. With personal stories and expert advice, Michelle provides practical and faith-based tools for parents to guide their little ones through emotions – big and small!   Receive the book RVL Discipleship: The Study – Seasons 1-4 DVD set for your donation of any amount!   RVL Discipleship   Bringing Big Emotions to a Bigger God Bundle   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan. 18 - Jan 19. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Gary Thomas shares his passion for helping Christians see the enormous spiritual value of physical wellbeing. He takes discussion of fitness off the backburner - where many of us tend to leave it!   Receive the book Every Body Matters for your donation of any amount!   Family Fitness   Healthy Individuals Create Healthy Marriages   Healthy Eating Habits for Kids   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan. 11 - Jan 12. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Over time, every family can fall into a rut. We lose track of all of the things we said we would do with our kids. But it’s never too late to start! Chris and Jenni Graebe give practical advice and heart-felt stories about their own journey establishing rhythms with their five children. Plus, Jay and Laura Laffoon share how husbands and wives can strengthen their relationship with regular “date nights.” It doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive. Simply being intentional about alone time together as a couple, talking, sharing your dreams, and no distractions!   Receive the book The Rhythm of Home for your donation of any amount!   5 Ways to Make a Change in Momentum with Family Relationships   Ultimate Date Night   Conversation Starters for Date Night   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Jan. 4 - Jan 5. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Curtis Chang dealt with anxiety for a long time before the pressure became too much and he experienced a mental breakdown that led him to change his mentality. He learned that anxiety is not just a problem to solve. Although it can be difficult and painful, it can also lead to powerful spiritual growth.   Receive the book The Anxiety Opportunity for your donation of any amount!   Best of 2024 Collection   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Resources: Mental Health   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec. 28 - Dec 29. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Jodie Berndt, best-selling author of the Praying the Scriptures book series, offers parents guidance for how they can more frequently and effectively pray for their children's faith, wisdom, self-discipline, character, life purpose, and more.   Receive the book Praying the Scriptures for Your Teens for your donation of any amount!   Best of 2024 Collection   Brio Magazine   Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec. 21 - Dec 22. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Dr. Bob Paul and Tara Lalonde share their marriage counseling expertise to help couples communicate in a healthy way and build a marriage that is emotionally safe for both people. They offer some of the powerful tools taught to couples at Hope Restored marriage intensives, including the reactive cycle and heart talk.   Receive the book Empowered to Love for your donation of any amount!   Best of 2024 Collection   Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?   Combating the Lies That Can Destroy Your Marriage   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec. 14 - Dec 15. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
The thought of heaven is exciting and something for believers in Christ to look forward to. Pastor and researcher John Burke offers a better glimpse of the God of heaven—the Creator of the universe and the Lover of our souls. He shares some amazing stories of near-death experiences that highlight an understanding of who God is and His unconditional love for all people…including you! You’ll hear how evidence supports the concept of life after death. John also explores a variety of attributes of God, pointing to the beautiful mystery of the Trinity. It’s an exciting and encouraging conversation!   Receive the book Imagine the God of Heaven for your donation of any amount!   Best of 2024 Collection   Coming Home: An Invitation to Join God’s Family   Heaven: Answering Kids’ Questions   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Dec. 7- Dec 8. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Kathi Lipp encourages listeners to embrace the Sabbath, explaining that the Sabbath goes beyond just a day of rest to a spiritual practice involving connection and gratitude. She shares practical ideas to help listeners plan ahead so they can step back, take a breath, and find rest in God. Then J.John shares a heartfelt look at the gifts God offers us at Christmas: forgiveness for our sins and salvation through belief in His Son.   Receive the book Sabbath Soup for your donation of any amount!   The J.John Collection   Christmas Stories   Practical Help for When You’re Overwhelmed (Part 1 of 2)   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov. 30-Dec 1. 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Strong and healthy marriages don’t need big and expensive romantic events. Oftentimes it’s the simple things spouses do for each other every day like nurturing their relationship, navigating conflict well, accepting each other's differences, and finding ways to grow in intimacy with each other.   Receive The Healthy Marriage Devotional for your donation of any amount!   Hope Restored   Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage   Reconnect Through Meaningful Conversation   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov. 22-23 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
You may wonder if your teen will ever grow up! In this interview, Dr. Ken Wilgus and mom Jessica Pfeiffer discuss the idea of planned emancipation—a system of freedoms and responsibilities aimed at successfully launching your teen into adulthood. You’ll learn some ways to navigate common issues like school and grades, screens and social media, and friendships and dating so that those teenage years don’t have to be stressful and chaotic.   Receive the Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount!   7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Freedom & Boundaries   Behavioral Expectations & Consequences   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
Focus on the Family Weekend: Nov. 16-17 2024
Focus on the Family Weekend · Family · 55 min
Based on his book The Truth in True Crime, J. Warner Wallace explore the clues behind our human nature as he uncovers 15 life truths gleaned from both contemporary true crime investigations and ancient biblical wisdom.   Receive the Book The Truth in True Crime for your donation of any amount!   Counseling Consultation and Referrals   Defending the Faith   Get Your Special Edition Morgan Weistling Print!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
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