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Focus on the Family is a half-hour daily dose of encouragement and advice for the family with keys to stronger marriages, effective parenting, deeper relationships and a more satisfying lifestyle. Focus on the Family has become one of today's most recognized Christian radio programmes.
Daily English South Africa Society & Culture · Religion & Spirituality
2,011 Episodes
1740 – 1760

Experiencing the Best Marriage for You and Your Spouse

You entered marriage with such happiness and joy — but don’t lose your sense of fun along the way! We’ll provide some simple reminders about how to have a great marriage — through kindness, love, respect, and putting God first.
19 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Experiencing God's Grace

Although we've been freed from the Law through Jesus Christ, as Christians we can still live out our lives leaning on the principles of The Law rather than God's Grace. Hettie Brittz shares an incredible story of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro where she both experienced, and gained a greater revelation of…
15 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Leading Your Child Through Emotional Milestones - II

You mark your child’s physical and developmental milestones, but how can you measure their feelings? Counselors David Thomas and Sissy Goff discuss childhood emotional milestones, like emotional vocabulary, perspective, resourcefulness, and empathy. You'll learn practical ways to cultivate these milestones in your child
14 May 2019 11PM 26 min

Leading Your Child Through Emotional Milestones - I

You mark your child’s physical and developmental milestones, but how can you measure their feelings? Counselors David Thomas and Sissy Goff discuss childhood emotional milestones, like emotional vocabulary, perspective, resourcefulness, and empathy. You'll learn practical ways to cultivate these milestones in your child
13 May 2019 11PM 26 min

Guiding Teens To Speak To God About Life’s Toughest Questions

If you could guide your teen towards making wise choices as they navigate their teen years, wouldn’t you jump at the opportunity? Isabella Gates speaks to parents about giving teens the opportunity to make tough choices amidst the many challenges of today’s Morden world by asking the right questions and…
12 May 2019 11PM 26 min

Becoming a Gospel-Driven Mom

What your children need most from you is a mom that loves Jesus. You'll be reminded that when you feel like a failure as a mom, God loves you, He sees you, and you are enough in Jesus Christ.
9 May 2019 11PM 26 min

Cherish Your Spouse, Change Your Marriage - II

If you want a better marriage, pay attention to your spouse! Gary Thomas encourages you to communicate more, learn how to forgive, and avoid contempt in your relationship. It’s a great formula for taking your marriage to the next level!
8 May 2019 11PM 26 min

Cherish Your Spouse, Change Your Marriage - I

Are you willing to play “second violin” in your marriage? Gary Thomas describes how serving, affirming, and committing to your spouse above all others will give you a greater marriage than you could ever imagine! Learn what it means to really cherish your spouse.
7 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Controlling Your Tongue

What you say, and don’t say, can improve your relationships! You’ll be challenged to ‘tame your tongue’ by avoiding lying, gossiping, and complaining. It’s an encouraging reminder that you can honor God in how you talk to others.
6 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Restoring Hope to Your Marriage

A marriage broken by selfishness and infidelity...How do you cope, when your spouse is trapped in sin? One couple shares their story of how a mid-life crisis splintered their relationship, but also how God intervened and restored hope to their shattered marriage.
5 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Nurturing Your Child’s Personality - ll

Is your child the life of the party, or more serene? A determined leader? A perfectionist? You’ll learn about the four main personality types of children, how God has uniquely designed you to be the exact parent your child needs, and how you can help shape the spiritual character of…
2 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Nurturing Your Child’s Personality - l

God has uniquely designed your child. You’ll learn about the four main personality types of children, and how you can better nurture, communicate and discipline your child based on their personality. You’ll also learn what to do when you have a personality clash with your child.
1 May 2019 11PM 25 min

Showing Up for a Friend in Need

Author Jill Buteyn [byoo-TINE] shares her experience of walking through a friend’s cancer journey. She offers hope and encouragement to those who may be in similar situations, and challenges us to “show up” for those around us. You’ll learn practical ways you can support and come alongside struggling friends
30 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Avoiding Shame-Based Parenting

You have an incredible impact on your child’s life, especially when you parent out of love, and not shame. Dr. Kelly Flanagan reflects on shame in our lives and reminds you that in God’s grace, you are enough, you are not alone, and you matter.
29 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Being Seen by God

Even in the midst of mundane moments, God sees you and loves you. Sara Hagerty shares her story of facing ministry burnout and offers help on finding your true identity in Christ…and not in what you do. She’ll help you learn how to experience God in everyday, ordinary moments
28 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Embracing the Various Seasons of Marriage - II

All marriages go through seasons. Dr. Gary Chapman joins us to discuss the attitudes, emotions and actions of winter, spring, summer and fall marriages, and how couples can make the most of each season.
25 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Embracing the Various Seasons of Marriage - I

All marriages go through seasons - both positive and negative. Dr. Gary Chapman joins us to share how you can make the most of every season, regardless if you are feeling the excitement of spring or the coldness of winter.
24 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Understanding God’s Plan for the End of Life

Our lives have value until the very end. Joni Eareckson Tada [JOHN-ee ERIK-son TODD-uh] powerfully shares what she’s learned about joy in the midst of chronic pain and suffering, and how no one can determine either the quantity or the quality of your life, except God. She offers hope to…
23 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

The Effects of Culture on Marriage

Have you ever taken a look at your marriage and asked yourself if Biblical values define your relationship or if your cultural upbringing has determined how your marriage functions? Our guest is Afrika Mhlope and he’ll share incredible biblical truth regarding what God designed for marriage, which will most likely…
22 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min

Reasons to Believe in Jesus - II

You owed a debt, and you could NOT pay it. But Jesus Christ paid that debt for you on the cross. British evangelist Jay-John will explain the principles behind the crucifixion, and what it means for your faith.
18 Apr 2019 11PM 25 min
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