Focus on the Family Broadcast

On this classic program, a favorite among Focus on the Family listeners, Mike Adkins tells the humorous and poignant story of his efforts to befriend and share the Gospel with his neighbor Norman, a social misfit who was mocked by virtually everybody in their small town. You’ll hear how God not only changed Norman, but also changed Mike! (Part 2 of 2) (Original airdate: Sept. 6, 1984) Get a CD of today's broadcast for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-29 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/a-man-called-norman-part-2-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

On this classic program, a favorite among Focus on the Family listeners, Mike Adkins tells the humorous and poignant story of his efforts to befriend and share the Gospel with his neighbor Norman, a social misfit who was mocked by virtually everybody in their small town. You’ll hear how God not only changed Norman, but also changed Mike! (Part 1 of 2) (Original airdate: Sept. 5, 1984) Get a CD of today's broadcast for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-29 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/a-man-called-norman-part-1-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

In a discussion based on his book "Raising Boys Who Respect Girls," Dave Willis offers parents advice for cultivating within their young sons a healthy respect for others, particularly girls and women. Get Dave's book for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-28 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/teaching-boys-to-respect-women/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Heather Avis shares her motivational story of adopting three children – two with Down syndrome – as an encouragement for listeners to consider what they can do to advocate for the God-given value of those who are often overlooked or neglected by society. Get Heather's book "Scoot Over and Make Some Room" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-27 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/shouting-the-worth-of-every-person/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Based on their book "See-Through Marriage," Ryan and Selena Frederick discuss the value of a husband and wife pursuing complete transparency, and how this, along with the pursuit of other biblical traits, can model God's love and grace to others. Get the Fredericks' book "See-Through Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-26 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/letting-gods-light-shine-through-your-marriage/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Author Deborah Pegues offers an insightful look at worry and anxiety and presents effective strategies to deal with the stress they cause. She encourages us to rely on God's power to find strength and peace in the midst of any problem we face. Get Deborah's book "30 Days to Taming Worry and Anxiety" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-23 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/hope-for-the-anxious-during-unsettling-times/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Drawing from her years of work as a counselor and her own life experience, Leslie Vernick offers guidance and hope to women who are in need of finding safety and healing from an abusive marriage. (Part 2 of 2) (Original airdate: Oct. 24, 2013) Get Leslie's book "The Emotionally Destructive Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-21 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/reclaiming-hope-and-safety-in-a-destructive-marriage-part-2-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Drawing from her years of work as a counselor and her own life experience, Leslie Vernick offers guidance and hope to women who are in need of finding safety and healing from an abusive marriage. (Part 1 of 2) (Original airdate: Oct. 23, 2013) Get Leslie's book "The Emotionally Destructive Marriage" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-21 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/reclaiming-hope-and-safety-in-a-destructive-marriage-part-1-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

A panel of three moms in different life stages offers encouragement to listening moms who are feeling exhausted and burnt out. Our guests discuss the unique challenges of motherhood, offering their insights on the effects of childhood wounds on parenting, prioritizing marriage, depending on God, and much more. (Part 2 of 2) Get the book "The Help Club for Moms" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-19 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/hope-and-help-for-weary-moms-part-2-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

A panel of three moms in different life stages offers encouragement to listening moms who are feeling exhausted and burnt out. Our guests discuss the unique challenges of motherhood, offering their insights on the effects of childhood wounds on parenting, prioritizing marriage, depending on God, and much more. (Part 1 of 2) Get the book "The Help Club for Moms" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-19 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/hope-and-help-for-weary-moms-part-1-of-2/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jerrad Lopes offers his insights on God's purpose and plan for a father's spiritual leadership of his family and encourages dads to embrace God's grace for their imperfections and to rely on His guidance for fulfilling their role as a leader. Get Jerrad's book "Dad Tired and Loving It" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-16 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/embracing-your-role-as-a-familys-spiritual-leader/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Lee Strobel explains the importance of praying for the salvation of your loved ones, and persevering in prayer for even the most unlikely converts among your friends and family. Get Lee's book "The Unexpected Adventure" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-15 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/praying-for-unsaved-loved-ones/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Lindsay Christensen and Laurie Haynes, both of whom serve in leadership roles at pregnancy resource centers, share powerful stories from their ministry to post-abortive women and men, offering encouragement and hope to listeners who may be struggling with the emotional anguish of a past abortion. Help save a baby's life today: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-20fall-nomtch Get episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/forgiveness-and-healing-for-post-abortive-women/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Pastor Ted Cunningham shares humorous stories from life with his spouse to illustrate how laughter is a key component for a thriving and lasting marriage. He encourages listeners to discover their "humor muscle" and flex it on a daily basis. (Original air date: Feb. 18, 2020) Get Ted's book "A Love That Laughs" for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-13 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/bringing-laughter-to-your-marriage/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Jim Daly speaks with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell about the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett and the process of confirming her to the U.S. Supreme Court, as confirmation hearings begin Monday, Oct 12. Then, Dr. David Ireland offers parents guidance for fostering their kids' spiritual development in a discussion based on his book "Raising a Child Who Prays: Teaching Your Family the Power of Prayer." Get David's book for your donation of any amount: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/don-daily-broadcast-product-2020-10-12-1 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/developing-a-love-of-prayer-in-your-kids/ If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/