ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Focus on the Family
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Mar 23, 2026 • 51min

Bernhard Langer: From the Masters to the Master

Former two-time U.S. Masters Champion and golf legend, Bernhard Langer, shares about his humble beginnings in Germany, his fascinating golf career, his journey to Christ, and sharing his faith with his family and others.   OPTION ULTRASOUND: For just $60 you can save a baby from abortion!   We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more!   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 1h 21min

Faithful in the Negative World: Living for Christ in a Post-Christian Culture

Author and business consultant Aaron Renn helps Christians understand the adversarial culture we live in and develop and practice strategies to be effective witnesses and culture influencers for Christ. He examines the decline of the culture since the 1960s and suggests different personal and corporate strategies in the church to effectively impact the culture for Christ – through establishing a positive identity and excellence in our lives.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen provides a faith-based perspective to counter the mainstream media’s anti-Christian bias. The publication exists to provide timely, relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends all from a biblical worldview.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 1h 14min

Helping Every Child Flourish: Ian Rowe on Faith, Education, and Opportunity

Ian Rowe is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, where he focuses on education and upward mobility, family formation, and adoption. He'll share how Christians can impact the culture for Christ on racial issues and find common sense solutions in education for the sake of American children. He'll also share part of his Four Point Plan (F.R.E.E.) for all children to overcome the victimhood narrative and discover their pathway to power.   Get a copy of Agency by Ian Rowe for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Listen to Thriving Student, a podcast series from Focus on the Family, designed to help parents give their children what they’ll need to thrive during this school year.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 2min

Fair Play: Jennifer Sey on Resilience and Protecting Women’s Sports

February is National Girls & Women in Sports Month. Jennifer Sey was an elite U.S. gymnast in the mid-1980s, later becoming a prominent corporate leader at Levi's and the founder of her own apparel brand, XX-XY. She shares how these experiences shaped her commitment to support and protect girl's and women's sports, as she and Jim discuss the impact of trans-ideology on having fair competition. They explore the intense pressures and physical demands of gymnastics, highlighting the culture of abuse and the toll it took on Jennifer’s mental and physical health, which ultimately contributed to her decision to leave the sport just before the Olympic trials. Jennifer emphasizes resilience, the importance of self-advocacy, and the challenges of navigating a changing cultural landscape while maintaining integrity and supporting female athletes.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   Here are some key resources – from Focus on the Family and the Daily Citizen – to help parents understand sexual identity confusion; explain to children God’s good design for male and female – and how this is distorted by transgender dogma; and raise children who embrace their God-given masculinity or femininity.   19-year-old Chloe Cole shares about the devastating effects of gender transitioning on children, her personal regrets of transitioning as a young teen, and the peace found by trusting in God's perfect design.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 53min

A Former Abortion Doctor Speaks Up for Life

Dr. Wheeler, a former practitioner of second trimester abortions, shares her transformative journey toward becoming a pro-life advocate. She describes a pivotal moment when she became acutely aware of the moral implications of her actions, and how this led her to cease performing abortions. She shares about the cultural influences that shaped her views on feminism and reproductive rights before returning to the Christian faith later in life. Dr. Wheeler recounts her conversations with patients and peers on both sides of the abortion debate, aiming to introduce new perspectives compassionately. She also highlights her efforts in pro-life advocacy, while encouraging others to engage in compassionate, informed discourse.   When you give to Focus on the Family’s Option Ultrasound program, you’ll provide training and equipment to introduce a mother to her baby through an ultrasound! This moving experience saves lives and stops abortion.   Learn about Focus on the Family's pro-life ministry.   Rebekah Buell Hagan shares her powerful story of pursuing a chemically-induced abortion and then experiencing a change of heart which led to saving her baby's life. Dr. Bill Lile, a pro-life OB/GYN, explains how the abortion pill works, how its effects may be reversed, and how this option is being provided to women and teen girls who have second thoughts about having an abortion.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 54min

Coach Leslie Frazier: Iron Sharpening Iron in the NFL

As the Seattle Seahawks head into the NFL playoffs as the number one seed in the NFC, Leslie Frazier, Assistant Head Coach, speaks with Jim Daly about modeling a life of integrity and maturity in the NFL while pouring into men's lives. Frazier shares about the people who shaped his life as a young man, player, and coach. He also reveals a longstanding fellowship of coaches in the NFL who are "iron sharpening iron," as they study God's Word and grow spiritually.   We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more!   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Encounter with God is for Bible readers seeking to deepen their understanding of God's Word. Encounter with God leads you through the entire Bible in six years. A weekly podcast, Encounter with God Together, is available each Monday with featured guests who share their insights on upcoming passages from Encounter with God.   Tony Dungy's Family, Surviving Suicide   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Dec 15, 2025 • 44min

Serving and Loving Others with God's Kindness

One of the most countercultural things you can do as a Christian is to invite someone over for dinner. Karen Ehman helps busy families find opportunities for hospitality in everyday life. She also talks about reaching people for Christ through other acts of kindness and service. She shares how effective it is to love those who are hard to love, even atheists, and how to be “family” to those who are lonely–widows and orphans–and to care for the sick. With personal stories, advice and wisdom, as well as biblical inspiration, Karen encourages us to step out of our comfort zone to bless others.   Get your copy of Love, Listen, Repeat for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Learn how a family opened their home to needy people.   Learn how food brings people together.   Find out how a former lesbian was ministered to by a pastor and his wife.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 1h 7min

Street-Smart Faith: Speaking Truth with Grace

Christian Apologist Greg Koukl provides encouragement and helps equip believers to share their faith with confidence, by listening and asking thought-provoking questions   Get a copy of Street Smarts by Greg Koukl for a gift of any amount.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   We all agree that toddlers are valuable human beings with rights. Yet the preborn differ from toddlers in only four ways.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 45min

The Power of Love: Reaching Muslims for Christ

Timothy Harris, a missionary to Muslims helps Christians to build bridges and share the love of Christ with Islamic neighbors. Find out how God is moving in the Muslim world and opening doors for people in this community to discover Jesus as their Savior. He'll inspire you to see every Muslim as made in the image of God and will offer practical ways you can represent Christ and share your faith in ways you never thought were possible.   Get your copy of Loving Your Muslim Neighbor for a gift of any amount.   Truth is under attack—but it’s not lost. Truth Rising, a powerful new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the cultural crisis and calls the church into action. Stand firm, engage boldly, and be part of the movement to reclaim truth. Watch now!   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 2min

J.John: Winsomely Sharing the Hope of the Gospel

British Evangelist J.John shares how he transitioned from being agnostic to a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ. With numerous inspiring stories, he unfolds the simple message of the Gospel and shares how every believer can engage with and show genuine concern for others in our families, neighborhoods, and communities.   Get a copy of Jesus Christ: The Truth for a gift of any amount.   Want more wisdom from J.John? This free collection contains over three hours of content featuring his most popular talks on topics like having a godly perspective, accepting your identity in Christ, the proofs of Christianity, and the true meaning of Christmas.   There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family.   Watch the documentary and join the FREE 4-part study to impact the culture for Christ.   Find resources from the Focus on the Family counseling team for navigating transgender issues.   SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!   Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.   Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

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