Focus on the Family Daily

Making Waves of Good News

In a post-Christian culture, people need to hear the Good News more than ever. Pastor John Burke encourages you to create opportunities to reach others for Christ by building relationships and providing a judgment-free “come-as-you-are” learning space.

26 Sep 6PM 25 min

Understanding Teen Depression and Suicide - (Part 2 of 2)

As a parent, you can help your teen or tween, who is struggling with depression. Dr. Gregory Jantz will share how you can provide emotional balance, physical healing, and spiritual support, and he advises on when you should seek professional help.

25 Sep 6PM 26 min

Understanding Teen Depression and Suicide - (Part 1 of 2)

Suicide rates among teens and tweens are on the rise. Dr. Gregory Jantz shares what’s happening in the physical, mental and emotional life of your child. He’ll help you respond to their vacillating emotions, and advise on when you should consider getting professional help.

24 Sep 6PM 26 min

How to Be a Prayer Warrior for Your Children

Many parents are prone to worry or fear when it comes to the future of their children, especially when an older child goes wayward. Dr. Erwin Lutzer helps you abandon the dry, repetitive prayers and trade them in for scriptural prayers, immersed in God’s promises.

21 Sep 6PM 25 min

How God Redeemed My Teen Pregnancy - (Part 2 of 2)

She became pregnant as a senior in high school and felt her life spiralling out of control. Lindsay Pepin-Ophus recounts how and why she made the difficult choice to carry her unplanned pregnancy to term. You’ll hear how her family’s conflict and stress was turned to unexpected hope.

20 Sep 6PM 25 min

How God Redeemed My Teen Pregnancy - (Part 1 of 2)

She was a senior in high school who had it all—good grades, popularity, and a strong Christian faith. But she had a secret. Hear about the day Lindsay Pepin-Ophus found out she was pregnant. Also, Lindsay’s mom shares how she had to surrender her daughter’s and new granddaughter’s lives to…

19 Sep 6PM 25 min

Choosing to Be Joyful - (Part 2 of 2)

Author and speaker Luci Swindoll asks a challenging question: are you letting God’s light shine into the hearts of those around you? Learn about the key to reflecting His love and making a difference in other’s lives

18 Sep 6PM 25 min

Choosing to Be Joyful- (Part 1 of 2)

Author and speaker Luci Swindoll asks a challenging question: are you letting God’s light shine into the hearts of those around you?

17 Sep 6PM 26 min

How God Saved Me from Suicide - (Part 2 of 2)

We’ll share the amazing story of Lacey Sturm — a former suicidal teen transformed into a “hard rock princess.” Today she’s a voice of God’s love, healing and power for people who have only known pain and dysfunction.

14 Sep 6PM 26 min

How God Saved Me from Suicide - (Part 1 of 2)

As a teenager, Lacey was convinced life wasn’t worth living — but then God intervened. We’ll introduce you to young woman who was literally snatched from despair and suicide to become a vibrant witness for Christ!

13 Sep 6PM 27 min

Finding Hope for Lasting Relief from Depression (Part 2 of 2)

Millions of people are suffering in silence with depression, but there’s hope and healing available. Dr. Gregory Jantz, a leading authority on mental health, offers encouragement for those overwhelmed with guilt and shame associated with depression.

12 Sep 6PM 26 min

Finding Hope for Lasting Relief from Depression (Part 1 of 2)

Millions of people are suffering in silence with depression, but there’s hope and healing available. Dr. Gregory Jantz, a leading authority on mental health, offers encouragement for those overwhelmed with guilt and shame associated with depression.

11 Sep 6PM 26 min

Building a Dream Marriage During the Parenting Years

When you were engaged, you spent all your time with him. Then – you had kids! learn how to recapture the romance with your husband in the midst of the child-rearing years.

10 Sep 6PM 26 min

Giving Your Marriage a Second Chance - (Part 2 of 2)

Juana Mikels wondered if her marriage was over. She had abandoned her husband, then met Jesus — and when she tried to reconcile, her husband wasn’t interested! Join us for this dramatic, rollercoaster story about waiting on God for a miracle.

7 Sep 6PM 26 min

Giving Your Marriage a Second Chance - (Part 1 of 2)

Have you ever thought about walking away from your marriage? One woman’s dramatic story of leaving her husband to find “Mr. Right” — and finding God in the process! Discover how the Lord can bring you healing and reconciliation, even after the worst mistake in your life.

6 Sep 6PM 25 min

Growing Your Marriage in Times of Stress - (Part 2 of 2)

why isolation is the worst way you can respond to stress! Instead, find ways to emotionally connect with other people, especially your spouse, so you can experience the comfort and renewal you need to move forward.

5 Sep 6PM 25 min

Growing Your Marriage in Times of Stress - (Part 1 of 2)

Every marriage experiences stress — but what if your tension is more about how you were raised than the current issue with your spouse? We’ll explore how family-of-origin stress impacts the relationships you have today as an adult.

4 Sep 6PM 25 min

Creating a Marriage Full of Love and Laughter

There comes a point in time in every marriage when the husband and wife get busy, and it’s easy to let the mundane duties of life weigh you down. Lisa Jacobson and Phylicia Masonheimer team up to help you bring the connection, romance, and spark back into your marriage.

3 Sep 6PM 26 min

Adding Some Spice to Your Marriage

Pastor Ted Cunningham offers a hilarious look at communication in marriage, plus tips to help husbands and wives add some ‘spice’ to their relationship.

31 Aug 6PM 25 min

Communicating with your Teen Daughter

It’s not easy to be a teenage girl these days…nor does to be the parent of a teen girl and it never hurt to hear expert advice from someone who really understands kids. Founder of Susie Magazine and former youth pastor, Susie Shellenberger, helps take parents through the maze of…

30 Aug 6PM 26 min