Life Challenges

Dr. Kathy Koch offers four things that families can do to remain emotionally healthy during the pandemic. These habits include grieving what isn't, accepting what is, rejecting lies such as fear or...

For those suffering with mental illness, the last thing they need to hear is “Well, you just need to pray more,” or “You need to have more faith.” Treatment for mental health issues requires a...

For those suffering with mental illness, the last thing they need to hear is “Well, you just need to pray more,” or “You need to have more faith.” Treatment for mental health issues requires a...

Many psychologists have pointed out that the coronavirus outbreak – with its emphasis on social isolation, fear, job losses and financial struggles – may lead to another pandemic – this time, of...

Eva describes her involvement in a serious car accident which left her severely injured and depressed, and encourages listeners with her powerful and inspiring story of how God redeemed her dire...

Eva describes her involvement in a serious car accident which left her severely injured and depressed, and encourages listeners with her powerful and inspiring story of how God redeemed her dire...

Having a baby is a time of great excitement and joy. But sometimes things go wrong, and what should be an exciting time turns into a devastating experience. On this one-day Focus on the Family...

Having a baby is a time of great excitement and joy. But sometimes things go wrong, and what should be an exciting time turns into a devastating experience. On this one-day Focus on the Family...

At age 9, Becket Cook began dealing with same-sex attraction. As the youngest of eight kids in a Catholic family, he struggled with his identity…until he met his best friend in high school. They came...

Lisa Shea was devastated after experiencing a brief marriage that ended in divorce when she was in her mid-20s. When she later married Mike Shea, she thought she had found “Mr. Right.” But after a...

Deborah Smith Pegues offers helpful strategies for ending disputes and restoring relational unity in a discussion based on her book Confronting Without Offending: Positive and Practical Steps to...

Your attitude has a big impact on how you experience life, so if you can maintain a positive outlook, you'll have more peace, contentment, and joy. On this Focus on the Family broadcast, author...

Deborah Smith Pegues offers helpful strategies for ending disputes and restoring relational unity in a discussion based on her book Confronting Without Offending: Positive and Practical Steps to...

Everyone has needs, because that's how God created us — with core needs that only He can ultimately fulfill. On this Focus on the Family broadcast, Dr. Kathy Koch identifies five core needs: Security...

Raul Ries came home from the Vietnam War an angry, violent man who couldn't cope with life. Years later, when threatened with divorce, he decided to kill his wife and children. As he planned his...