

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.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 1min
As I’m Entering This Room
Becky Harling reminds us to focus on others when we enter a room. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of How to Listen So People Will Talk and an audio download of "Learning the Lost Art of Listening" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Mar 11, 2026 • 1min
You Need Forgiveness in Your Heart
Melanie Shankle reminds us God can still redeem us, even if we had a broken childhood. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Here Be Dragons plus a free audio download of "Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma" for your donation of any amount! 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.

Mar 10, 2026 • 1min
Isaiah 61 in Real Life
Melanie Shankle reminds us God can still redeem us, even if we had a broken childhood. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Here Be Dragons plus a free audio download of "Healing as a Parent from Childhood Trauma" for your donation of any amount! 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.

Mar 6, 2026 • 1min
6-Second Hug
Dr. Ken Wilgus recommends spouses hug for 6 seconds to connect with each other. Listen to the Full Program Both husbands and wives will learn easy habits that can transform a marriage into a thriving, enjoyable relationship! Guests include Dr. Ken Wilgus, Shaunti Feldhahn, Dr. Greg Smalley, Kathi Lipp, Dan Seaborn, Patricia Ashley, and Jay Payleitner! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Mar 5, 2026 • 1min
During Games, Talk Less
Ed Uszynski encourages dads to really connect with your kids as they play sports, instead of focusing solely on their performance. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Away Game and an audio download of "Teaching Kids Character Through Sports" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Mar 4, 2026 • 1min
Worship vs. Anxiety
Jason Benham explains the differences between anxiety and worship. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Unshakeable and an audio download of "Overcoming Anxiety in Your Family, Faith and Life" for your donation of any amount! 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.

Mar 3, 2026 • 1min
Projecting Powerlessness
Jason Benham reminds us how Jesus helped His disciples when they felt anxious Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Unshakeable and an audio download of "Overcoming Anxiety in Your Family, Faith and Life" for your donation of any amount! 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.

Mar 2, 2026 • 1min
Dion’s Personality Difference
Through the Adventures in Odyssey drama, “Have a Heart,” you’ll be encouraged to remember that everyone has a bigger story than we realize. Listen to the Full Program Exciting things are happening with Adventures in Odyssey, and you can be a part of it all! Your gift will help finish and launch the new Adventures in Odyssey animated film called Journey into the Impossible! Any support you give will be a big help in this seemingly impossible mission … and will be DOUBLED through our $1 million matching opportunity! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.

Feb 27, 2026 • 1min
Nurture a Friendship with Jesus
Asheritah Ciuciu addresses how spiritual disciplines can help us know God deeper. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Delighting in Jesus and a free audio download of the broadcast "Learning to Delight in the Presence of Jesus" for your donation of any amount! 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.

Feb 26, 2026 • 1min
Real-Life Dating
Michael Johnson inspires Christian singles to focus on growth opportunities before getting into a serious dating relationship. Listen to the Full Program Receive a copy of Date Like You Know What You’re Doing and an audio download of "Practical Dating Advice for Finding Lifelong Love" for your donation of any amount! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Minute, please give us your feedback.


