Jim Daly

If the writers of the beloved Wonder Years television series were right – that growing up happens in a heartbeat, that one day you’re in diapers and the next day you’re gone – then the parenting season is equally brief, poignant, and profound.

Do you get along with your in-laws?

Fathers have the awesome responsibility of laying a spiritual foundation in the home. But what does that mean, exactly? How can you be the dad your family needs?

Sometimes we, as parents, need to let go of our expectations so we can embrace the ‘beautiful mess’ of family life.

A Collection of Christmas stories that includes a dramatic reading of “When Mother Was Eleven Foot Four: A Christmas Memory.”

Dads are important in modeling an unwavering faith in God and encouraging each child’s natural talents. Fathers also make time to laugh and play games, even when it’s inconvenient. Our speakers remind us all to love and honor our dads, especially as we think of them this upcoming Father’s Day weekend.

Jim Daly and John Fuller highlight personal stories of veterans and their experiences in war in recognition of Veterans’ Day. Topics considered are the death of comrades in battle, the role of the military chaplain, and an in-depth look at the members of our military.

Jim Daly shares valuable lessons he learned from four prominent father-figures he had during childhood and explains how God used difficult circumstances to set him on a different, more positive path as a father himself.

It’s so important for pastors to ensure that they’re carving out time to nurture their relationships with those who matter most.

Couples often say one of their toughest challenges is adjusting to their spouse’s personality. Sound familiar? If so, here’s help.

A crisis is a magnifier that tends to reveal cracks – but also highlights needs. What type of feedback are you receiving? Are your congregants enjoying your extra emails, texts and phone calls? Has this season revealed your need to spend less time on large group events and more time on one-on-one ministry?

Focus on the Family President Jim Daly shares about asking his kids to grade his parenting. When done right, this can be a meaningful and growing experience for you and your kids.

Focus on the Family President Jim Daly describes how God carried him through the valleys of his turbulent childhood, healing his heart and strengthening his faith. He also discusses how the display of God’s love and grace is the most effective way for impacting our culture.

Jim Daly and John Fuller share a retrospective look at Focus on the Family’s May 4th “Alive From New York” event celebrating the sanctity of human life and discuss the public reaction to the event.

Some of Focus on the Family’s most popular broadcast guests share their favorite Christmas memories. (Part 2 of 2)

Some of Focus on the Family’s most popular broadcast guests share their favorite Christmas memories. (Part 1 of 2)

Time in the wilderness helped draw Jim Daly’s family closer together in unexpected ways.

When you see your marriage through God’s eyes, you’ll discover the divine purpose He had in mind when He brought you together. Here’re a few questions to start a conversation about that topic.

We welcomed two kids from foster care into our home.

Remember the significance of spending time together.

Seize unexpected opportunities to make memories.

Make the most of every moment you have with your kids.

Step into your kids’ world instead of dragging them into yours.

Early on, my conversations with my wife, Jean, felt deep and meaningful. Now mealtime talks tend to revolve around our boys. We need to be more intentional about having more significant conversations.

Differences don’t have to be obstacles to a healthy marriage. Your spouse’s unique qualities are meant to complement your own. Appreciating the way the Lord has crafted your spouse will help you grow.

Guys, we can resolve disagreements a lot more quickly, and with better results, if we see our wives not as opponents to be outplayed, but as teammates. Let’s be men who can disagree, discuss — and then move on.

Focus on the Family President Jim Daly and his wife, Jean, discuss the cultural pressure moms and dads feel to be perfect parents with perfect children, and explain how imperfect families can actually be healthy families when grace is freely given and received. Dr. Meg Meeker sits in as host. (Part 2 of 2) 

Focus on the Family President Jim Daly and his wife, Jean, discuss the cultural pressure moms and dads feel to be perfect parents with perfect children, and explain how imperfect families can actually be healthy families when grace is freely given and received. Dr. Meg Meeker sits in as host. (Part 1 of 2) 

Biblical manhood means responding to the emotions of others thoughtfully and empathetically.

All Christians are called to preserve the God-ordained institution of marriage and share with their neighbors its benefits and His ultimate reasons for it.

As they examine the subversion of authentic masculinity in today’s culture, Focus on the Family’s Jim Daly and Greg Smalley describe how men can strengthen their family by reclaiming their authentic, God-designed roles as husbands and fathers.

“The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give HIs life as a ransom for many.” (Matthew 20:28 NIV)

In a discussion based on his new book, Marriage Done Right, Focus on the Family President Jim Daly outlines what God’s design for marriage is and why that design works better than the alternatives offered by our culture. (Part 2 of 2)

In a discussion based on his new book, Marriage Done Right, Focus on the Family President Jim Daly outlines what God’s design for marriage is and why that design works better than the alternatives offered by our culture. (Part 1 of 2)

Explore Jim Daly’s encouragement to fathers for Father’s Day 2022. Then, think about how your family can make the most of Father’s Day.

Jim Daly shares how he and his wife, Jean, met, and goes on to ponder the exhilarating twists, turns and steps that lead to a man and a woman meeting, dating and eventually marrying.

Help your children understand how to love others as Jesus loves them.

In this Best of 2012 Broadcast, Focus President Jim Daly shares his passion for engaging the culture in a Christ-like, respectful manner regarding issues of strong disagreement. (Part 2 of 2)

Focus on the Family presents our Radio Theatre production of “The Legend of Squanto,” a fascinating account of the origin of Thanksgiving and one American Indian’s journey to freedom. (Part 2 of 2)

Focus on the Family presents our Radio Theatre production of “The Legend of Squanto,” a fascinating account of the origin of Thanksgiving and one American Indian’s journey to freedom. (Part 1 of 2)

How can parents help adult children without enabling them?

Focus on the Family President Jim Daly and his wife, Jean, offer advice and encouragement to couples as they describe how they worked through their differences in the early years of their marriage. They also offer insights from their new couples devotional, The Best Year of Your Marriage.

In this Best of 2012 Broadcast, Focus President Jim Daly shares his passion for engaging the culture in a Christ-like, respectful manner regarding issues of strong disagreement. (Part 1 of 2)

There’s plenty of evidence that making dinner together a family priority is definitely worth the effort.