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Tell Me Who I Am May 14, 2026

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Is honesty really the best policy, even when it opens the door to suffering and pain? Jim Daly explains why the truth may sting, but it offers us our greatest – and often only – chance to find healing, peace, and purpose.

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Look Underneath May 13, 2026

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How should you respond if your child looks you in the eye and says, “No. I won’t do what you tell me to do”? Jim Daly explains why it’s wise to understand the motive beneath your child’s behavior before taking action.

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When You're Up to Your Eyeballs May 12, 2026

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In one national survey, a majority of couples admitted to arguing about their wedding plans. Jim Daly offers tips for investing as much into your marriage as you do the wedding ceremony.

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Character of a Champion May 11, 2026

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Anyone with talent can be a winner, but it takes character to be a champion. Jim Daly explains why character reflects who we are even when we don’t achieve our goals

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Mother’s Day Memories May 08, 2026

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This Sunday is one of the most meaningful holidays on the calendar: Mother’s Day. Whether your mother is living or has already passed away, you can honor her life. Jim Daly shares how.

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National Day of Prayer May 07, 2026

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Today is the National Day of Prayer. Jim Daly shares about the history of this national observance and where to find organized events in your community.

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Choose to Stay May 06, 2026

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Jim Daly shares why, no matter what you’re going through in life, the greatest choice you’ll ever make as a parent is the choice to stay and be a loving, steady presence in your child’s life.

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Refocus May 05, 2026

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Is it possible to keep the romance alive in your marriage or to restore the passion you once had? Jim Daly says, “Yes,” and suggests the key is prioritizing where you place your attention.

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Center of the Road May 04, 2026

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If your marriage is struggling, the best advice is to stick to the center of the road. Jim Daly explains how to avoid both ditches – passivity and aggression – with a balanced approach – assertiveness.

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End War with a Truce May 01, 2026

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How does your family resolve your disagreements? Do you bicker and fight? Or do you seek unity and sacrifice for each other? Jim Daly explains how to stop conflict before it escalates by finding common ground.

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