Focus on the Family Commentary

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The Hope in Rememberance Apr 30, 2021

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Most of us would rather forget painful memories. Jim Daly explains why remembering bad things is just as important as remembering good things.
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Honor Them for Your Success Apr 29, 2021

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One of the secrets to happiness is a life of gratitude. Jim Daly shares why gratefulness is not simply an emotion that you feel, but a choice that you make. Learn how to see the goodness in your life. (Previous Air Date: Feb. 1, 2019)
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When Things Aren't What They Seem Apr 28, 2021

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Things aren’t what they seem if you’re having marriage problems and believe there is no hope of repairing the damage. Jim Daly explains why you shouldn’t believe the lie that your marriage is too broken to be restored.
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The Just Want to Be With You Apr 27, 2021

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Have you ever felt like parenting is about filling your kids’ every waking moment with fun? Although ball games and trips to the zoo are great, that’s not what kids want most from you! Jim Daly shares what they do want. (Previous Air Date: June 2, 2014)
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Power of Positive Words Apr 26, 2021

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It’s impossible to overstate the power of encouragement. Jim Daly explains the beautiful changes that can happen in a person when you fill their heart with love, approval, and affirmation.
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The Farce of Overpopulation Apr 23, 2021

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Global overpopulation has been debated for years. Jim Daly explains why a growing population is actually the answer to a future in which more people are living healthier, longer lives. Hear why.
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Strategy to Get Out of Debt Apr 22, 2021

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For a lot of people, a simple budget is enough to keep their finances on track. But what do you do when your spending is out of control? Jim Daly describes a great tool for living within your means and for getting yourself out of financial trouble.
(Previous air date: Nov. 27, 2015)
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Living Your Bucket List Apr 21, 2021

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Have you created a bucket list? Jim Daly shares why thinking about what you’d like to do before you die can be great inspiration for how to live.
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Encouragement for Life Apr 20, 2021

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Have you ever thought of sharing a kind word with someone but held back? Jim Daly shares the story of a high school teacher who complimented a struggling student … and saved her life. Hear what happened.
(Previous air date: Sept. 16, 2016)
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Names Have Power Apr 19, 2021

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Names have power. For good or for bad, names influence what you believe about almost everything. Jim Daly explains how positive names can infuse your children with confidence and empower them to stretch beyond themselves.
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