Focus on the Family Commentary

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Walk the Plank Apr 30, 2026

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Do your children come to you for advice and wisdom? If not, Jim Daly explains a great activity called “Walk the Plank” that will teach your children how to trust you in difficult circumstances.

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Intentional Dating Apr 29, 2026

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Some people date because they want to hang out and have fun. But to find a relationship that lasts, Jim Daly shares how to date with purpose.

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What's Written on Her Heart? Apr 28, 2026

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Marriages thrive on desire, not obligation. Jim Daly explains how a man can make his wife’s heart come alive by treating their relationship like a flower in need of nurturing, instead of a stuffy rule book to follow.

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Will Life Ever Slow Down? Apr 27, 2026

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At some point, every parent asks the same question: “When will I have time for me?” Jim Daly offers encouragement for finding balance when life is always so busy.

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Uniquely Beautiful Apr 24, 2026

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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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Patient Listening Apr 23, 2026

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According to counselors, unhealthy marriages struggle because spouses don’t listen to each other very well. Jim Daly shares why building a healthy marriage isn’t about how much or how loudly we speak, but about how deeply we listen.

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Messy Room Rebellion Apr 22, 2026

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No parent wants their teenager to rebel, but they probably will. Testing boundaries is part of adolescence. Jim Daly shares how you can channel your teenager’s rebellion in a positive direction that will benefit them … and you.

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Persuasion, Not Power Apr 21, 2026

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One thing has always been true about human nature: we don’t want opinions forced upon us. Jim Daly explains why lasting change comes through persuasion, not power.

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Budgeting Together Apr 20, 2026

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Many couples would benefit from a financial budget. Jim Daly explains how couples can each do their part, despite their differences, to get out of debt, live on a budget, and move forward as a team.

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Beauty in What Remains Apr 17, 2026

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A beautiful life isn’t about perfection; it’s about perseverance. Jim Daly explains how to build a beautiful life by choosing to hold on to hope even when the path forward is difficult.

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