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Teaching Kids Character Through Sports

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28 minutes | Thursday, 5 March 2026
Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski share stories and advice for parents of kids in sports. Hear about their passion for utilizing sports to disciple their kids and teach them character.     Receive a copy of Away Game and an audio download of "Teaching Kids Character Through Sports" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
28 minutes | Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Jason and Tori Benham describe the debilitating impact anxiety can have on our health, emotions, and faith. They define anxiety as “projected powerlessness” and believe it’s a form of spiritual warfare. The Benhams offer a 3-part strategy of “recognize” the source of anxiety, “renounce” the lies you’re tempted to believe, and “replace” the lies with God’s truth.   Receive a copy of Unshakeable and an audio download of "Overcoming Anxiety in Your Family, Faith and Life" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly...
28 minutes | Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Jason and Tori Benham describe the debilitating impact anxiety can have on our health, emotions, and faith. They define anxiety as “projected powerlessness” and believe it’s a form of spiritual warfare. The Benhams offer a 3-part strategy of “recognize” the source of anxiety, “renounce” the lies you’re tempted to believe, and “replace” the lies with God’s truth.   Receive a copy of Unshakeable and an audio download of "Overcoming Anxiety in Your Family, Faith and Life" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly...
30 minutes | Monday, 2 March 2026
Jim Daly and John Fuller introduce this Adventures in Odyssey® radio drama about a former school bully, Dion, who returns to the town of Odyssey after a long absence. Dion seems to have a complete change of heart. Two friends, Buddy and Zoe, try to discover why Dion is so different. Adventures in Odyssey has a new animated film project, Journey into the Impossible, coming soon.   Exciting things are happening with Adventures in Odyssey, and you can be a part of it all! Your gift will help finish and launch the new Adventures in Odyssey animated film called Journey into the Impossible! Any s...
27 minutes | Friday, 27 February 2026
We all face pain and hardships in life, but the good news is with Jesus, our joy can be restored. Asheritah Ciuciu shares her personal journey to finding joy after walking through tragic circumstances. She invites you to rediscover joy in your life as you lean into how God delights in you.   Receive the book Delighting in Jesus and a free audio download of the broadcast "Learning to Delight in the Presence of Jesus" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Res...
28 minutes | Thursday, 26 February 2026
Michael Johnson, the Dean of Dating at Future Marriage University, shares practical tools for young adults searching for a spouse. Learn how to develop a healthy mindset toward dating and build a mission into your relationship.   Receive a copy of Date Like You Know What You’re Doing and an audio download of "Practical Dating Advice for Finding Lifelong Love" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
27 minutes | Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Josh and Heather Avis share the story of wanting to start a family, how they navigated infertility and discovered God’s heart for orphans. When they tentatively considered foster care and adoption, they had no idea how God would lead them to adopt 3 kids, two of whom have Down Syndrome.   Receive a copy of The Lucky Few and an audio download of "Joyfully Embracing God’s Children" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
27 minutes | Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Josh and Heather Avis share the story of wanting to start a family, how they navigated infertility and discovered God’s heart for orphans. When they tentatively considered foster care and adoption, they had no idea how God would lead them to adopt 3 kids, two of whom have Down Syndrome.   Receive a copy of The Lucky Few and an audio download of "Joyfully Embracing God’s Children" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
28 minutes | Monday, 23 February 2026
Negative influences about sexuality are coming at young people nearly every day, whether it’s through media, peers, or their phones. Dr. Jim Burns helps equip you as a parent to talk with your teen about sexuality and set a foundation for sexual integrity. You’ll discover practical tools for combatting the culture and helping to develop a godly identity in your child.   Receive a copy of A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity and an audio download of "How to Equip Your Teens with a Biblical Understanding of Sexuality" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you en...
28 minutes | Friday, 20 February 2026
As a mom of 3 sons, Molly DeFrank knows firsthand how boys struggle to find their purpose and identity. She offers hope and confidence — encouraging moms to keep planting seeds of the Gospel and remind their boys they belong, they can be brave and tender, be creative, and even have fun!   Receive a copy of Mothering Boys and an audio download of "Eight Critical Needs Every Mother of Young Boys Should Know" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Resources    ...
27 minutes | Thursday, 19 February 2026
As a mom of 3 sons, Molly DeFrank knows firsthand how boys struggle to find their purpose and identity. She offers hope and confidence — encouraging moms to keep planting seeds of the Gospel and remind their boys they belong, they can be brave and tender, be creative, and even have fun!   Receive a copy of Mothering Boys and an audio download of "Eight Critical Needs Every Mother of Young Boys Should Know" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Resources    ...
27 minutes | Wednesday, 18 February 2026
"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.   Receive the book Making Your Marriage a Fortress and a free audio download of the broadcast "Preventing Heartbreak: Strategies to Stop an Affair Before It Starts" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus o...
27 minutes | Tuesday, 17 February 2026
"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.   Receive the book Making Your Marriage a Fortress and a free audio download of the broadcast "Preventing Heartbreak: Strategies to Stop an Affair Before It Starts" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus o...
28 minutes | Monday, 16 February 2026
Kenn Kington was given a shocking diagnosis — he needed immediate open-heart surgery and only had a 60-percent chance of survival. Along the way, Kenn discovered 3 powerful gifts – people who loved and cared for him, a new intimacy with God through prayer, and godly truth that gave him hope for the future.   Receive the book Every Day is a Bonus and a free audio download of the broadcast "How Heart Surgery Gave Me a New Perspective on Life and Faith" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us...
28 minutes | Friday, 13 February 2026
Marriage is about learning to love your spouse in the way they best understand love—their unique love language. Marriage experts Dr. Gary Chapman and Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott join forces to help you identify your spouse’s love language and become fluent in expressing love in meaningful, personalized ways. Together, they explore the subtle “dialects” within each love language and encourage you to be more intentional and authentic in how you love your spouse.   Receive a copy of The Love Language That Matters Most and an audio download of "How to Speak the Love Language Your Spouse Needs M...
27 minutes | Thursday, 12 February 2026
Marriage is about learning to love your spouse in the way they best understand love—their unique love language. Marriage experts Dr. Gary Chapman and Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott join forces to help you identify your spouse’s love language and become fluent in expressing love in meaningful, personalized ways. Together, they explore the subtle “dialects” within each love language and encourage you to be more intentional and authentic in how you love your spouse.   Receive a copy of The Love Language That Matters Most and an audio download of "How to Speak the Love Language Your Spouse Needs M...
27 minutes | Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Scott Hamilton is an Olympic gold medal figure skater and former national television commentator. His compelling story begins with being adopted and overcoming physical illness as a child to compete in skating, followed by cancer and multiple brain tumors. Reaching the pinnacle of his sport couldn’t fill the hole in Scott’s heart. Not until he found his identity in Christ did he arrive at true peace and joy. He’ll share about his lifelong journey of overcoming as he inspires others with the Gospel.   Receive the book Finish First and the audio download of the broadcast "An Olympic Champion’...
27 minutes | Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Scott Hamilton is an Olympic gold medal figure skater and former national television commentator. His compelling story begins with being adopted and overcoming physical illness as a child to compete in skating, followed by cancer and multiple brain tumors. Reaching the pinnacle of his sport couldn’t fill the hole in Scott’s heart. Not until he found his identity in Christ did he arrive at true peace and joy. He’ll share about his lifelong journey of overcoming as he inspires others with the Gospel.   Receive the book Finish First and the audio download of the broadcast "An Olympic Champion’...
28 minutes | Monday, 9 February 2026
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.   Receive The Elita Brown Series 3-book bundle – including This Seat’s Saved (Book #1), The Disappearing Seat (Book #2), and The Elite Seat (Book #3) – plus an audio download of "Guiding Your Pretee...
28 minutes | Friday, 6 February 2026
Today’s society is full of sexual expression, gender confusion, and a general disregard about God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli Slattery describes how we can live our sexuality in holy and healthy ways by addressing sexual identity, contentment, and true intimacy.   Receive the book Surrendered Sexuality and a free audio download of the broadcast "Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Res...
28 minutes | Thursday, 5 February 2026
Today’s society is full of sexual expression, gender confusion, and a general disregard about God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli Slattery describes how we can live our sexuality in holy and healthy ways by addressing sexual identity, contentment, and true intimacy.   Receive the book Surrendered Sexuality and a free audio download of the broadcast "Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   Get More Episode Res...
28 minutes | Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Matt and Lisa Jacobson share some simple and effective ideas for showing love to your kids.  You may say the words “I love you” all the time, but do your kids know how much you LIKE them? Parents need to be intentional about spending time, showing affection, and respecting their children.   Receive 100 Ways to Love Your Daughter, 100 Ways to Love Your Son -- or a bundle of both -- plus an audio download of the broadcast "Simple Ways to Show Your Child Love" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please ...
28 minutes | Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Matt and Lisa Jacobson share some simple and effective ideas for showing love to your kids.  You may say the words “I love you” all the time, but do your kids know how much you LIKE them? Parents need to be intentional about spending time, showing affection, and respecting their children.   Receive 100 Ways to Love Your Daughter, 100 Ways to Love Your Son -- or a bundle of both -- plus an audio download of the broadcast "Simple Ways to Show Your Child Love" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please ...
27 minutes | Monday, 2 February 2026
Muriel began repeating her stories without realizing it. Alzheimer’s disease had begun its insidious attack and would ultimately take over her mind. Her husband left his prestigious career behind to care for her full-time. It was a decision that had been made in his heart, years earlier, when he vowed “in sickness or in health.” Hear the lessons Robertson McQuilkin learned about true love as he provided full-time care for Muriel for over a decade.   Receive Robertson McQuilkin's book A Promise Kept and a free audio download of the broadcast "Love in the Midst of Alzheimer's" for your donati...
28 minutes | Friday, 30 January 2026
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.   Receive the book The Legacy of Life plus an audio download of the broadcast "How to Build a Strong and Enduring Family Legacy" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
28 minutes | Thursday, 29 January 2026
Tim and Kathy Bush share their story of radical transformation from infidelity and addiction, to passionately serving the Lord together. They share tools and encouragement for hurting couples to redeem their broken marriages.   Receive the book Sex on the First Date plus an audio download of the broadcast "How One Couple Overcame Infidelity and Broke Generational Cycles" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
28 minutes | Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Tim and Kathy Bush share their story of radical transformation from infidelity and addiction, to passionately serving the Lord together. They share tools and encouragement for hurting couples to redeem their broken marriages.   Receive the book Sex on the First Date plus an audio download of the broadcast "How One Couple Overcame Infidelity and Broke Generational Cycles" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
28 minutes | Tuesday, 27 January 2026
People may wonder why God allows temptation in the first place, but He often uses our desires and bad habits to reveal His power and grace in our lives, and form our character to be more like Jesus Christ. Dr. Erwin Lutzer describes how renewing our mind and restraining our emotions, and keeping current accounts with God will equip us to fight temptation and sin.   Receive the book How to Say No to a Stubborn Habit plus an audio download of the broadcast "Break Free from Bad Habits to Find True Change" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a ...
28 minutes | Monday, 26 January 2026
People may wonder why God allows temptation in the first place, but He often uses our desires and bad habits to reveal His power and grace in our lives, and form our character to be more like Jesus Christ. Dr. Erwin Lutzer describes how renewing our mind and restraining our emotions, and keeping current accounts with God will equip us to fight temptation and sin.   Receive the book How to Say No to a Stubborn Habit plus an audio download of the broadcast "Break Free from Bad Habits to Find True Change" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a ...
28 minutes | Friday, 23 January 2026
Dino and Ashley Petrone have lived a whirlwind life — they married young, started a family, and have had many adventures remodeling homes together. They don’t want to settle for what’s “comfortable,” because they believe God has often called them to harder, more challenging paths in order to become the best couple and parents they can be!   Receive a copy of Designed to Last and an audio download of "How to Cultivate Lasting Love" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.
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