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Focus on the Family Daily

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.
Daily English South Africa Society & Culture · Religion & Spirituality
2,081 Episodes
832 – 852

Laughter Really is the Best Medicine

Question for you: How do you usually respond to personal hardship? Anger? Denial? Despair? Humorist Phil Callaway provides another alternative – choosing JOY.
31 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Creating Sustainable Rhythms in Your Marriage

Over time, every marriage can fall into some ruts. But what if you could establish healthy rhythms with your spouse? We’ll examine how adventure, serving one another, and speaking life to your spouse will help you grow closer together and closer to God!
30 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Simplifying Life, Living More Fully

More is not always better, and stuff does not lead to happiness. An intriguing story of one family’s journey to minimalize their possessions and maximize their lives. You’ll learn practical ideas on how to get started decluttering, and the importance of generosity.
29 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Overcoming Rejection to Live in God’s Love (Part 2 of 2)

You can overcome deep-seated rejection and recognize your value as a child loved by God. Lysa TerKeurst shares transparently about her emotionally absent father, an unwanted pregnancy, and how she found her identity in Christ.
26 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

Overcoming Rejection to Live in God’s Love (Part 1 of 2)

God loves you for who you are, not for what you do. Lysa TerKeurst shares how you can overcome deep-seated rejection and recognize your value as a child dearly loved by God. A reminder that your circumstances don’t have to dictate your attitude
25 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Cultivating Community with Your Neighbors

Amy Lively had many fears and excuses that kept her from getting to know her neighbors. But God kept nudging her until she finally sent out invitations for a casual neighborhood get-together. You’ll hear what happened next as Amy shares some great tips on how to reach out to your…
24 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

Bringing Home the Prodigals (Part 2 of 2)

God is always ready to run to those who’ve turned away. Rob Parsons looks at the parable of the Prodigal Son, giving us hope for the day, when our prodigals finally come home.
23 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Bringing Home the Prodigals (Part 1 of 2)

Is your heart broken over seeing a loved one walk away from their faith? Rob Parsons reminds us to turn to our heavenly Father while we’re waiting. Tune in for a challenging message of hope for anyone who loves a prodigal.
22 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

Grabbing Hold of God

After losing her parents in a murder-suicide, 9-year-old Kim Meeder was filled with despair. You’ll hear how Kim learned that God was bigger than this devastating loss and how the Lord brought healing.
19 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

The Power of Moms in Community

Moms need friendships — especially with other moms! We’ll examine how a community of moms can help each other, offer mutual encouragement and support, and improve each other’s health!
18 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

Sharing Your Faith in Everyday Life

As a twenty-something, with sweat dripping from his face, Rico Tice tried to share his faith with a friend. Pastor Tice will help you to boldly, yet naturally share your Christian faith with others. He’ll help you to overcome your fear of rejection and tell others about the Gospel, with…
17 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ (Part 2 of 2)

A homicide detective will describe how he investigated the life and impact of Jesus Christ across thousands of years of human history! Is there enough evidence — apart from the Bible — to prove that Jesus really was the Son of God?
16 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ (Part 1 of 2)

A homicide detective will describe how he investigated the life and impact of Jesus Christ across thousands of years of human history! Is there enough evidence — apart from the Bible — to prove that Jesus really was the Son of God?
16 Jan 2023 12AM 24 min

Thinking Your Way to a Better Marriage (Part 2 of 2)

Sometimes, all it takes to build a great marriage is a change in your perspective! On the next “Focus on the Family,” you’ll learn how your thoughts towards your spouse affect your relationship, how you can create a win-win environment, how to make physical intimacy a vibrant part of your…
12 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Thinking Your Way to a Better Marriage (Part 1 of 2)

How you think about your spouse greatly affects your marital satisfaction. On the next “Focus on the Family,” practical ways you can look for the good in your spouse, how you can work through differences and challenges, and how to create a win-win environment. A reminder that you can find…
12 Jan 2023 10AM 26 min

Remembering to Have Fun in Your Life

On the next “Focus on the Family,” Jim Burns encourages you to slow down and enjoy life more, while focusing on Christ, your family, and other important relationships. Jim and his wife, Cathy, have both had bouts with cancer, but they’ve made it a priority to maintain joy and have…
10 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Rethinking Your Parenting Strategies (Part 2 of 2)

Sometimes the best lesson your child can learn will come from life itself! On the next “Focus on the Family,” why you need to step back and see how kids will solve their own problems — rather than rushing in to help every time.
9 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Rethinking Your Parenting Strategies (Part 1 of 2)

Maybe you know this frustration — your child keeps misbehaving and nothing you do seems to work! On the next “Focus on the Family,” some new strategies for parents — where you talk less, enforce consequences, and let your kids learn from their mistakes!
8 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min

Helping Children Understand How They Feel

Emotions can be overwhelming for young children to understand — and difficult for parents to navigate! Next time on “Focus on the Family,” we’ll examine how we often suppress or numb our feelings. Instead, we must learn to identify and express emotions in healthy ways — as both children and…
5 Jan 2023 5PM 26 min

Living Out Loud: Embracing Your Confidence

I wonder if you’ve stopped to consider where you find security – maybe it’s in your people skills, your job, or your bank account. On the next “Focus on the Family,” Deborah Pegues will help you grow in godly confidence to experience God’s peace.
4 Jan 2023 5PM 25 min
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