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Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Communicating About Intimacy in Early Marriage

Communicating About Intimacy in Early Marriage

Bill and Pam Farrel discuss intimacy in marriage and the need for young couples to understand each other's mind-set on this important aspect of married life. The Farrels explain the importance of considering a woman's emotional needs in this area, and encourage couples to prioritize intimacy in their marriage.
Original Air Date: October 18, 2013

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The First Five Years: Make the Love Investment That Lasts a Lifetime

Bill and Pam Farrel offer sound, simple-to-apply advice to help young couples establish a firm foundation for their marriage.

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In Memory of Dr. James Dobson

In Memory of Dr. James Dobson – Psychologist. Author. Speaker. Family Man. When Dr. James Dobson founded Focus on the Family in 1977, nobody knew he would impact the lives of millions and become synonymous with trusted advice to help families thrive in Christ. With Dr. Dobson’s passing on August 21, 2025, Focus on the Family President Jim Daly presents a pre-produced tribute to honor the founder, with treasured memories from Dr. Dobson’s cousin, the late Rev. H.B. London, Ray Vander Laan, Kay Coles James, Kim Meeder and others. Tune in to learn about the hope, healing, and loving advice Dr. Dobson provided for decades, couched in Biblical principles. It’s a loving tribute to our founder as we all mourn the loss of Dr. James Dobson on this special edition of Focus on the Family with Jim Daly.

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