Focus on the Family Minute

Amber Lia and Wendy Speake offer parents practical suggestions for responding with patience and wisdom to their children's misbehavior. The discussion is based on our guests' recent book, Parenting Scripts: When What You're Saying Isn't Working, Say Something New.    Receive a copy of Parenting Scripts and an audio download of "Say This, Not That: Smart Parenting Tips for Misbehavior" for your donation of any amount!    Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Pastor Gary Thomas shares about some of the insecurities men deal with in marriage.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the Book A Lifelong Love plus a free audio download of “Four Secrets for a Closer Relationship” with extra content! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Matt Jacobson explains how it’s not easy to forgive your mate sometimes, but it’s what God calls us to do.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive a copy of the Loving Your Husband/Wife Well bundle and an audio download of "Learning to Love Your Spouse Well" for your donation of any amount!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Lisa Jacobson tells a powerful story about seeing her husband pray after they got into an argument.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive a copy of the Loving Your Husband/Wife Well bundle and an audio download of "Learning to Love Your Spouse Well" for your donation of any amount!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Professional counselor Eliza Huie goes over how to respond well if your child faces trauma.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive a copy of Trauma Aware and an audio download of "Finding Hope and Healing from Trauma" for your donation of any amount!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Eliza Huie shares an encouraging perspective on how to help someone who’s been through a traumatic experience.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive a copy of Trauma Aware and an audio download of "Finding Hope and Healing from Trauma" for your donation of any amount!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Justin Earley shares how his sons resolved a conflict by hugging each other.   Listen to the Full Program   Receive the book The Big Mess plus a free audio download of "How Everyday Messes Can Teach Your Kids to Get Along" for your donation of any amount!     If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Jeff Myers talks about a time he encouraged his son, who was having trouble sleeping. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Dr. Kathy Koch discusses the importance of helping children embrace their true identities as designed by God. The conversation touches on supporting kids during significant life changes and overcoming mental health challenges. It highlights how communication and patience can aid in their emotional journeys. Also featured is a resource for parents on fostering gender confidence in their kids, offering insights into nurturing resilience and authenticity in young lives.

Radio personality Dave Ramsey explains why it’s important to teach your kids about money   Listen to the Full Program   Receive a copy of The Total Money Makeover OR Smart Money, Smart Kids for your donation of any amount!   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.