The Danger Of Success

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Success can be a blessing and a burden. Jim Daly explains how to view success as a stepping stone rather than a finish line. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of ou

Don't Flush Your Marriage

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Cars. Houses. Jewelry. The stuff you own enriches life, but not if it’s a bigger priority than your marriage. Jim Daly shares how you can guard your relationship with the sam

Loved, Not Fooled

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April Fool’s Day is about catching people off guard with embarrassing surprises they never see coming. Jim Daly shares how you can surprise the people you love with something

Immutable Value

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Jim Daly explains why every single person has profound worth simply because they are a human being created with a divine spark. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of

Compensation Learning

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How are your children’s grades? Jim Daly shares why a strong report card has its place, but the true depth of your child’s abilities may not always be reflected in the

A World Without Heroes

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How sideways would a culture’s thinking have to be to decide that superheroes were bad instead of good? Jim Daly explains why we ought to anchor ourselves in transcendent val

The Love Fog

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Did your marriage get off to a rocky start? It might be because of what Jim Daly calls the” Love Fog.” Find out what that is and what you can do about it to improve you

The Hope In Rememberance

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Most of us hope to forget painful memories. Jim Daly explains why remembering bad things is just as important to living well as remembering good things. Support Family Ministry If

The Enemy Of The Great

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Question: How do you build a great life? Answer: You don’t settle for a good one. Jim Daly encourages you to decide what you want out of life and then boldly step out and go

Spiral Upward

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Things go wrong because bad choices quickly multiply. But good choices also multiply. Jim Daly explains why life can not only spiral downward, it can also spiral upward. Support Fa

Simplify

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Most of us are surrounded by “stuff.” But how much of what we own really makes a difference in our day to day happiness? Jim Daly shares the answer, and it might surpri

Blind Trust

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Risk and trust are essential ingredients for raising strong children. Jim Daly explains why kids need parents who watch out for their well being, but they also need parents who tru

Tying Ties

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Too many fathers are disengaged from their boys, leaving them to figure out masculinity on their own. Jim Daly explains what tying a necktie taught him about the need for engaged f

Trash Your Trophies

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Most of what you and I accomplish will be forgotten within a generation or two. So, why do it? Jim Daly explains why we should ask ourselves each day, “Am I investing myself

Clam Or Crowbar?

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Are you a clam or a crowbar? Your answer will help you deepen your intimacy with your spouse. Jim Daly shares how to improve your communication skills by understanding a facet of y

Chess, Not Checkers

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Many people think of parenting like checkers – every piece is the same. It’s actually more like chess – each piece is unique and plays a particular function. Jim

Two Prongs Of Marriage

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Like electricity, marriage is powerful and dangerous. Jim Daly explains why marriage needs boundaries to protect it, both within our homes and within our culture. Support Family Mi

Eliminating Risk In Children's Lives

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Jim Daly warns parents: Many of the things you do for your children to make their lives as smooth as possible may do more harm than good. He shares why and explains what to do abou

Arms Of Friendship

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We’re all fighting some kind of battle, which means we all could use a friend. All of us! Jim Daly shares stories that prove good friendships can change the world. Support Fa

Tell Me A Story

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Humans have told each other stories since ancient times, sharing over campfires, backyard fences, and cubicle walls. Jim Daly explains why stories connect us as humans in a way tha

Boot Camp For Adults

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According to news reports, a record number of employers are firing younger workers within months of hiring them. Jim Daly explains why instead of rescuing children from adversity,

Marriage Is A Team Sport

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The secret to winning in a team sport is the same secret as winning in marriage. Jim Daly explains how to improve your relationship by becoming better teammates with your spouse. S

Toddler Discipline

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Most toddlers have one thing in common: they want their own way. The question is, parents, when the kicking and screaming starts, do you know what to do? Jim Daly offers helpful su

Peace Through Forgiveness

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Forgiveness isn’t easy – or fair – and no amount of it can rewind the clock and erase a tragedy. But forgiveness is absolutely essential if we hope to move past o

What I've Learned

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Who do you turn to for wisdom? Jim Daly explains why the wisest people are those who listen to and learn from others. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podca

Fast Track To Unhappiness

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Comparison distorts how see ourselves. Jim Daly shares why a satisfying life isn’t about enjoying an abundance of external wealth but an abundance of inner wealth. Support Fa

When You Get Each Other

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The strength of your marriage may lie in how you perceive it. Jim Daly explains why your relationship will only change when your perspective does. Support Family Ministry If you've

Visiting The Other Parent

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After a marriage ends, one of the greatest challenges is helping younger children feel comfortable with visits to the other parent’s home. Jim Daly shares helpful tips for ma

Love Through The Flames

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The phrase “in sickness and in health” has been part of traditional wedding vows for generations. Jim Daly explains why marriages aren’t successful because life i

Lead Your Kids Away From Racism

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Racism will never end until parents take an active role in educating their children about treating others with respect. What can you do in your home? Jim Daly offers helpful sugges

Attitude For Success

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Are you able to see meaning and purpose in everyday life? Jim Daly explains that what transforms something routine and mundane into something spectacular is our attitude. Support F

Kindness In Marriage

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There’s a simple way to make a good marriage great or to bring a struggling marriage back to life. Kindness. Sound too good to be true? Jim Daly explains the dramatic effect

A Light Through The Darkness

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How do you carry through when times are tough? Jim Daly explains why, when life gets tough, good memories can be a light that cuts through the darkness, offering us hope and keepin

Iced Tea And Marriage

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Are you bored with your marriage? Jim Daly shares a simple way to woo your mate and remind them, “I still love you.” Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any o

Valetine's Day Ii

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Valentine’s Day is filled with so much commercialism many people feel the day is devoid of any true romance. Jim Daly will help you recapture the substance of the holiday in

Push Ahead

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If the things you dream about seem out of reach, don’t be dismayed. Success doesn’t come easy. Jim Daly explains why you have to stick with it until you get where you w

Black History Month

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Black History Month likely wouldn’t exist without the efforts of African Americans like Carter G. Woodson. Jim Daly shares the story of this man born to former slaves who mad

Rules Of The Road

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Do you have teenagers on the verge of earning their driver’s license? Jim Daly explains why you should focus on your child’s character before handing over the keys to t

Actions, Not Feelings

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The secret to a successful marriage is love, of course. But you need the right kind of love. Jim Dalys shares why good feelings aren’t enough for a healthy marriage. You need

Parents Disagree On Discipline

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Couples don’t always agree about the best way to raise children. Jim Daly shares why couples don’t have to fight about which parenting style is correct. Both mom and da

Tree Of Faith

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One of the most important things a parent can do is have faith. Jim Daly explains why faith in parenting means trusting the values you’re teaching your children every day wil

Three Feet Around You

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Someone has likely encouraged you to go out make the world a better place. But how can one person make a genuine impact? Jim Daly shares how to bless others by doing what’s r

Sex Is Good For Marriage

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Sex plays a crucial role in the health and well being of a marriage. That’s why disagreements about sex can be complicated to resolve. Jim Daly offers wisdom to help couples

Nothing Stops A Father’s Love

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Never underestimate a father’s love. Jim Daly shares why good dads push through obstacles, go the extra mile, and sacrifice for their children. Support Family Ministry If you

Get Off The Roller Coaster

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An endless rollercoaster ride wouldn’t be much fun. That repetitive feeling isn’t so good for a marriage, either … and for the same reasons. Jim Daly shares how

Marriage Goats

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What’s the perfect wedding gift? A gravy boat? A toaster? How about goats? Jim Daly explains how goats helped one newlywed couple demonstrate how to put their spouse’s

Life At First Sting

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“It seemed like a good idea at the time.” Ever say that to yourself? Jim Daly shares why without wisdom, we replace truth with whatever seems right at the time. With wi

Feel And Real Are Not The Same

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Hall of Fame golf teacher Butch Harmon says, “Feel and real are not the same.” That’s true in golf. That’s true in life. Jim Daly explains why living accord

Child’s Right To Privacy

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Are parents obligated to give their children privacy? It’s a good question with no simple answer. Jim Daly shares tips to help parents balance safety for their children while

Bumpy Ride

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Some kids come out of the womb kicking and screaming. The stress can leave parents wondering, “Is all of this worth it?” Jim Daly explains why you may not fully appreci