Focus on the Family Commentary

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Something Bigger Than Yourselves Dec 10, 2021

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What can a sporting event teach us about our place in this world? More than you think. Jim Daly explains why having significance and meaning requires us to believe in something bigger than ourselves.
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Far Beyond Reason Dec 09, 2021

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Is life is more than logic, reason, and the material universe? What about the spiritual? Jim Daly explains why even though our bodies are wondrous biological machines, they can’t be reduced to mere circuit boards and computer code.
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Interview Your Daughter’s Date Dec 08, 2021

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If you’re a dad with a teen daughter who’s entering the world of dating, you may feel tempted to disappear into the shadows. Jim Daly encourages dads to stay engaged when young men start showing up on their doorsteps.
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Too Deep to Swim Dec 07, 2021

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When a challenge seems too deep, a child can either shrink back, or believe that it’s not the depth of the water, it’s how well you can swim. Jim Daly explains how to teach your child that they have what it takes to get to the other side.
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Go ¾ of the Way Dec 06, 2021

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How far would you go to have a successful marriage? For former first lady Barbara Bush, the answer was three quarters of the way. Jim Daly explains how her perspective helped her stay happily married for over 60 years.
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Actions of Good Men Dec 03, 2021

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The actions of good men often go unnoticed in our culture, but they are absolutely essential for creating strong, healthy communities. Jim Daly shares why good men do what’s right even when it requires sacrifice.
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When Your Spouse Says, “I Don’t Love You.” Dec 02, 2021

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What do you do if your spouse says, “I don’t love you anymore”? Jim Daly offers advice that will help you understand what your next steps ought to be.
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The Long Wave Goodbye Dec 01, 2021

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Dementia is one of the most difficult medical issues a family can face. Jim Daly offers tips for walking alongside a loved one who has dementia with love and grace.
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Overcome Your Inadequacy Nov 30, 2021

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Almost every guy has struggled with the feeling that he doesn’t measure up. That’s especially true once a man becomes a father. Jim Daly shares how men can grow through their fears and insecurities to become sources of stability and strength in their kids’ lives.
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Play It As It Lies Nov 29, 2021

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The game of golf taught Bobby Jones a lot about how to make life work well. Jim Daly explains Bobby’s philosophy that since there are no mulligans in golf or in life, you have to play each moment as it lies.
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