Focus on the Family Commentary

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Win Any Argument Sep 24, 2025

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In a marriage disagreement, is your goal to win? Jim Daly shares a list of simple ways that you can win every argument you have with your spouse – but there is an important catch.

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Bored by Luxury Sep 23, 2025

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Modern Americans live in luxury that past generations could only dream about. And, yet, more of us feel lonely, lost, and unhappy than ever before. Jim Daly explains why it’s not luxury that brings our souls to life but purpose.

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Action the First Time Sep 22, 2025

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How many times have you said, “My kids have to be told five times to do something before they obey”? Jim Daly offers a simple tip for getting your kids to mind you on the first try.

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Don’t Split the House Sep 19, 2025

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Bitterness makes us want to hurt the person who’s hurt us. There’s a better way. Jim Daly shares how to let go of anger and move forward in peace.

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Life’s Twists and Turns Sep 18, 2025

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Life is unpredictable. Jim Daly explains why beneath the twists and turns of daily living is a thread of meaning and purpose that runs through it all.

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Living for Others Sep 17, 2025

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No one is an island. Each of us thrives because of the people who have sacrificed on our behalf. Jim Daly explains why purpose in life comes from recognizing that we all stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us.

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Non-Listening Ears Sep 17, 2025

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Have you ever spent ten minutes arguing with your child about why they should do their chores? Jim Daly gives parents a simple idea for motivating teens to do what’s expected of them – without as much arguing and complaining.

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Build a Stronger Bridge Sep 15, 2025

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Do you know how to build a strong foundation for your marriage? Jim Daly uses the illustration of a suspension bridge to explain how stress distorts your perception of your spouse and suggests what you can do about it.

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I Call it My Blessing Journal Sep 12, 2025

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Kari Stageberg encourages you to remember ways you’ve seen God show up before.

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Deal with the Hurt First Sep 11, 2025

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Dr. John Trent encourages people to deal with internal hurt by focusing on God’s love.

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