Focus on the Family Commentary

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Reach in to the Hurting Nov 26, 2021

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Is a simple expression of concern really enough to cut through a person’s suicidal thoughts? Jim Daly explains how to make a difference to someone who’s hurting by “reaching in” and letting them know that you care.
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Giving Thanks in Times of Trouble Nov 25, 2021

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Thanksgiving can be hard if you’re going through a tough time. Jim Daly shares a story about Abraham Lincoln that illustrates why thankfulness is at its most profound in the midst of difficulty.
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Winning Your Inner Battles Nov 24, 2021

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Did you know that the average person thinks 500 negative thoughts every day? Jim Daly explains how to take every thought captive by replacing thoughts of worry and fear with thoughts of hope and faith.
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Thanks to a Stranger Nov 23, 2021

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Thanksgiving can bring families together – sometimes even complete strangers. Jim Daly shares a Thanksgiving story that shows why kindness is sometimes all it takes to turn a complete stranger into a friend.
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Your Greatest Resource Nov 22, 2021

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You can store up possessions, and you can save money. But time can only be spent. Jim Daly explains why the best strategy for using time wisely is to invest it in relationships – with your children, with your spouse, or with friends.
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Peacekeeper? Or Peacemaker? Nov 19, 2021

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When a relationship is in conflict, peace is what you desire most. Jim Daly explains the difference between "peacekeeping" and "peacemaking."
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Missing the Moment Nov 18, 2021

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A lot of people would rather see pop singer Adele on a screen the size of their phone … even when she’s standing right in front of them. Jim Daly shares what Adele said about how technology is causing people to become spectators to their own lives.
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Why Children Misbehave Nov 17, 2021

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According to Dr. Kevin Leman, children misbehave for four reasons. Jim Daly shares those four reasons and explains why understanding them will better equip you to know what to do about it.
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Lifelong Love Nov 16, 2021

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Why would a simple photo of an elderly man eating lunch with his wife go viral? Maybe because it captures the richness of marriage like few things can. Jim Daly shares the story.
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Uniquely Beautiful Nov 15, 2021

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What does true beauty look like? The answer to that question isn’t as obvious as society wants you to believe. Jim Daly explains why true beauty is often imperfection itself.
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