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Focus on the Family Minute

Focus On The Family

Get the wisdom of an entire 30-minute Focus on the Family broadcast in just 60 seconds! Busy parents can find practical and trustworthy 'nuggets of truth' in these streamlined interviews with a Christian perspective. From potty-training your kids to communicating better in your marriage, you will get the inspiration you need to help your family thrive together in Christ.

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

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Get the wisdom of an entire 30-minute Focus on the Family broadcast in just 60 seconds! Busy parents can find practical and trustworthy 'nuggets of truth' in these streamlined interviews with a Christian perspective. From potty-training your kids to communicating better in your marriage, you will get the inspiration you need to help your family thrive together in Christ.

Language:

English

Contact:

Focus on the Family Colorado Springs, CO 80995 1-800-232-6459


Episodes
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Voices at the Airport

1/1/2026
John Branyan tells how airports can be a rather funny place to travel for a comedian. Listen to the Full Program Get free access to almost four hours of family-friendly comedy from John Branyan, Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes and Chonda Pierce. If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Make Sense & Reform

12/31/2025
Marc Cameron encourages people to make sense of their childhood and reframe negative stories. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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A Definition of Emotional Intelligence

12/30/2025
Marc Cameron shares how your emotions are rooted in your family of origin. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How We Love plus a free audio download of "How Love Styles Can Help You Grow Closer as a Couple" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Put All the Commonalities Together

12/29/2025
John Burke brings up common things about the afterlife that line up with the Bible. Listen to the Full Program Receive the Imagine Heaven bundle plus a free audio download of “Envisioning What Heaven Will Be Like” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Romantic and Adventure Dates

12/26/2025
Jay Laffoon encourages couples to define the purpose of a date night. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Ultimate Date Night and an audio download of "Tips for Planning Memorable Date Nights" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Go Through Them All Again

12/25/2025
Remembering her story of redemption, Lisa Robertson shares how God has been faithful in spite of their family’s mistakes. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Exploring the Joy of Christmas and the audio download of the broadcast "Helping Kids Navigate Worry in Healthy Ways" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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The Heart of Being a Christian

12/24/2025
British evangelist, J. John, explains how Jesus wants to heal our stories, no matter how broken things have been. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth with a free audio download of “Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus " for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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May I Give You This Cross?”

12/23/2025
Evangelist J. John shares why he always keeps an evangelism tract with him to give to others. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth with a free audio download of “Three Ways to Introduce Your Friends to Jesus " for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Heartwarming Ways to Love the Elderly in Your Family

12/22/2025
Isabel Tom discusses why caregiving takes commitment, but it’s worth it. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book The Value of Wrinkles and the audio download of the broadcast "Heartwarming Ways to Love the Elderly in Your Family" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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She Saw Angelic Beings

12/19/2025
Lee Strobel shares about how near-death experiences confirm the reality of heaven. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Expectation of the Supernatural

12/18/2025
Lee Strobel tells a powerful story of meeting with a theologian who experienced a supernatural event. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Seeing the Supernatural and the audio download of the broadcast "What Does the Bible Say About the Supernatural?" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Instead of Going to the Negative

12/17/2025
If you’re frustrated in your marriage, Ann Wilson will offer you a few helpful perspectives. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How to Speak Life to Your Husband When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him and the audio download of the broadcast "Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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God, I Can’t Do This

12/16/2025
Ann Wilson describes a moment of desperation in her marriage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book How to Speak Life to Your Husband When All You Want to Do is Yell at Him and the audio download of the broadcast "Revive Your Marriage by Becoming Your Husband's Biggest Cheerleader" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Frequency and Intensity

12/15/2025
Michelle Nietert shares why it’s important to gauge your child’s emotions. Listen to the Full Program Receive Bringing Big Emotions to a Bigger God Bundle and the audio download of the broadcast "Cultivating Healthy Emotional Habits with Your Children" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Life Spent Making Pearls

12/12/2025
Sheila Walsh shares an inspiring lesson on how her mother handled challenges. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Holding On When You Want to Let Go plus a free audio download of “From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Such a Kindness in Her Eyes

12/11/2025
Sheila Walsh shares about a time when she cried for the first time in years. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Holding On When You Want to Let Go plus a free audio download of “From Shame to Shine: Inspiring Others in Christ” for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Parents Shape Identity

12/10/2025
Dr. Meg Meeker shares how parents can shape your child’s identity. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Boys Should Be Boys and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Watching Mom, Watching Dad

12/9/2025
Dr. Meg Meeker explains the different stages of life when boys gravitate towards mom and dad. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Boys Should Be Boys and the audio download of the broadcast "How to Provide a Healthier, Happier Childhood for Your Son" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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Believing the Best About My Husband

12/8/2025
Dr. Heather Holleman describes a marriage communication tip that’s helped her. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of The Six Conversations and an audio download of "How to Have Meaningful Conversations with Your Spouse" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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The Midwestern Farmer Story

12/5/2025
Dr. Gary Chapman tells a hilarious story that illustrates why couples need to get out of the house sometimes. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Five Traits of a Healthy Family: Steps You Can Take to Grow Closer, Communicate Better, and Change the World Together and the audio download of the broadcast "Transform Your Family with These 5 Vital Traits" for your donation of any amount! Your Gift DOUBLES to Help Deliver Hope and Joy! Save 2X the marriages and families this Christmas with your life-changing gift today! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

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