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If your childhood role models hurt you, you may be having a tough time forgiving them. Jim Daly explains how to break the chains of resentment that hold you down and create a new legacy for you and your family.

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Thanksgiving can bring families together – sometimes even complete strangers. Jim Daly shares a Thanksgiving story that shows why kindness is sometimes all it takes to turn a complete stranger into a friend.

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American culture is a mishmash of competing worldviews. The question is, how do we overcome our philosophical differences enough to coexist? Jim Daly offers answers.

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Many parents believe their child’s decisions are always a direct result of how well they’ve done as a mom or dad. Jim Daly explains why parenting often boils down to how children see life and the decisions they choose to make.

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Sooner or later, all of us need help. Jim Daly shares why we need the courage to admit that we need help and the courage to reach out for it.

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Builders dedicate significant time and effort to elements of a house that no one will ever see. Jim Daly shares how focusing on strength and longevity not only transforms a house, it transforms the marriage within it.

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“Failing forward” is a term motivational speakers use to talk about turning mistakes into success. Jim Daly explains how parents can help their children learn to embrace failure rather than fear it.

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We all have bad circumstances from our past to overcome. Jim Daly explains why your future you is counting on the present you to create the life you’re hoping for.

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Many couples want to improve their marriage, but they don’t know where to start. Jim Daly explains why one of the most important answers can be found at your local home improvement store.

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Do you ever feel like the pieces of your life just aren’t falling into place? Jim Daly explains the difference between wanting good things to happen and taking action.

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Important moments in American history often involve people of power and influence. But history is often shaped by ordinary people. Jim Daly explains why that’s especially true when it comes to voting.

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When you have toddlers, keeping a home neat and tidy can be overwhelming, but it can be tough knowing where to begin. Jim Daly shares practical ideas for days when just getting started seems too much to ask.

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We all face suffering in life, and it’s never easy. How do we find peace? Jim Daly explains an important perspective that makes struggle bearable.

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You know your marriage is in a tough place when the laundry is enough to cause conflict. Jim Daly shares why, when an argument erupts, couples ought to fight for each other instead of against each other.

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It’s that time of year again. Political campaigns are heating up and election day is right around the corner. Are you ready to vote? Jim Daly explains why your one vote really does have power … but only if you use it.

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How important is integrity? Our need for it is woven so deeply into our humanity that we even demand it from imaginary characters on television where the consequences are make believe. Jim Daly explains.

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We all hope our children become mature, successful adults. While that’s a worthy goal, Jim Daly explains why it’s possible to expect too much from our kids.

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On July 13, 2024, America was half an inch away from history. At any given moment, we’re a whisper away from disaster. Jim Daly explains why and answers the question, “How do we find peace in an unpredictable world?”

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Like two sides of a coin, every strong marriage exhibits two qualities. Jim Daly shares what those two characteristics are and explains how they draw you closer together as a couple.

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Without integrity, our choices are rooted in convenience. With integrity, our choices are rooted in character. Jim Daly explains why it’s best to do what’s right because it’s right, no matter what it costs us.

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Guiding teenagers can be tough. Jim Daly shares why your influence will increase as your children grow older and more mature … if you keep your relationship with them open.

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Psychologist John Gottman says that he can predict with 94 percent certainty whether or not a marriage will be successful. Jim Daly shares an objective way for you to gauge your marriage’s health and to grow from it.

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To the rest of the world, Don Ritchie was an insurance salesman in Sydney, Australia. But to people without hope, a step away from eternity, Ritchie was an angel in their hour of need. Jim Daly shares his story.

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A famous Russian choreographer once said, “The ballet is woman.” Jim Daly explains how the interaction between a male and female ballet dancer can teach men to enjoy a deeper, more meaningful relationship with their wives.

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While a desire for “more” can inspire hard work and ambition, it won’t fill our souls. Jim Daly explains why true happiness isn’t found in abundance. It’s found in meaning and purpose.

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Have you ever used shock value to drive home an important life lesson to your child? Every parent probably has. But there’s a better way to motivate children. Jim Daly shares what it is.

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The term “unconditional love” gets bandied about when people discuss what makes a marriage work well. But what does unconditional love look like in everyday life? Jim Daly shares a story that makes it crystal clear.

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October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Jim Daly offers practical ways for letting those who minister to you know how much you appreciate their faithful service and devotion to God … and you.

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How much is too much when it comes to screen time for children? Jim Daly encourages parents with this truth: the ingredients a child needs to live well won’t come from a computer but from real experiences with real people.

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What holds you back in life? Time? Money? Confidence? Whatever it is, Jim Daly offers this advice: to move forward, find ways to turn your limitations into opportunities.

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Do you have entitled teenagers? A child who feels “I deserve it” can really cause problems in a household. Jim Daly shares helpful tips for teaching your child contentment and gratitude.

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What can a set of x-rays and a gorilla teach you about building a healthy marriage? Jim Daly shares the answer.

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Today is Bring Your Bible Day. If you’re a person of faith, consider participating. Even if you’re not, consider supporting it. Jim Daly explains why Bring Your Bible Day is ultimately a celebration of freedom.

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Is free speech for everyone? Or only a privileged few? For society to move forward with our freedom intact, Jim Daly says we must protect each other’s right to free speech, not restrict it.

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Most childhood memories are rooted in experiences, not words. We remember what happens more than what people say. To raise kids with character, Jim Daly says find ways for them to experience truth rather than just hear it.

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Do you have everything you need to enjoy good health? Eating well, exercising, and sleeping at least eight hours each night are good habits, but you may be overlooking something important. Jim Daly shares what that is.

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Jim Daly has two great ideas to help you improve your marriage. They’re simple, but if you have the courage to try them, they’ll help your marriage to grow.

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What kind of a fool would trade the future for something worthless? People do it every day. Jim Daly explains why ancient wisdom from the Bible is as relevant today as the day it was written.

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Good health is a function of spiritual well-being as well as physical. Jim Daly shares why a happy, healthy life isn’t about only living a long time. It’s about the quality you pour into those years.

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If you believe Hollywood, the secret to a happy marriage is someone “fixing” you. Jim Daly shares why great things happen when two healthy people give to their relationship instead of take.

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There are three lies about failure children tell themselves that keep them from believing in themselves. Jim Daly shares what those lies are and how to help your kids overcome them.

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The list of issues a couple can disagree about is endless. Jim Daly explains why what you argue about is far less important than how you argue.

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Good fathering isn’t about good intentions. It’s about action. Jim Daly explains why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect opportunity to spend time with your children. Make the most of right now.

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Hispanic Heritage Month – observed September 15 through October 15 – celebrates the contributions of the Hispanic community to American society, including the importance of family.

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What do you do with a second chance? You make the most of it. Jim Daly explains why, whether your goal centers on your career, your marriage, or your parenting, the way forward is to seize every opportunity you can.

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Do you feel torn between the things you want to do for yourself and the things you need to do for your kids? Jim Daly shares an idea that makes it easier to set aside activities you once considered essential to your lifestyle.

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Many young couples want a family and a career. Jim Daly offers tips for finding the right balance between who you are at work and who you are at home.

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According to research, 60% of Americans desire deeper purpose and meaning in their lives, but they don’t know how to find it. Jim Daly shares why you need a mission to have purpose.

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It’s been said that the country is dividing into those who love their fathers and those who hate their fathers. Jim Daly explains why our culture can only be as strong as its families, and its families can only be as strong as its fathers.

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Getting married is easy, but a healthy marriage takes effort. Intentionality is key. Jim Daly shares how the happiest couples become one and move together in the same direction.

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Some moms have an identity problem. They introduce themselves by saying, “I’m just a mom.” Jim Daly explains why, with motherhood, you’re never “just a mom.” You’re more like a superhero.

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For a marriage to thrive, a couple must connect at a heart level. A great way to do that is by taking your marriage to the ICU. Jim Daly explains how the acronym ICU can help you get beneath the surface with your spouse.

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When your children make poor choices, do you blame yourself? You shouldn’t. In fact, Jim Daly explains why your child’s weakness is an opportunity to offer them your strength.

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Are you so busy that you’re missing the best years of your kids’ childhood? Or your marriage is growing stagnant? Jim Daly explains the danger of being so distracted by small things that you miss big things?

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The next time your teenager complains about helping out around the house, you’ve got an important decision to make. Do you want your child to live in a home or a hotel? Jim Daly explains how to get your kids to do their part at home.

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What’s the best way for a wife to unlock her husband’s heart? Believe it or not, it’s not love. Jim Daly shares the answer.

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You and your spouse each have your own strengths and areas for improvement. Jim Daly explains why neither one of you can reach your full potential until you combine your differences and work together as a team.

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When you reach an important fork in the road of life, how do you make the right decision? Jim Daly explains why the best answer may not always be the easiest.

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Jim Daly shares the inspiring true story of father and son, Dick and Rick Hoyt, to illustrate the value of connecting with your children by entering their world.

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When the answers to our country’s problems aren’t what we want them to be, are we willing to accept those answers anyway? Jim Daly explains why pride seeks to be right, but a humble nation seeks truth.

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Children learn from their mistakes. Jim Daly shares how parents can point out where their children go wrong without replaying their blunders over and over again like a negative highlight reel.

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Do you consider yourself a visionary? If you’re a parent, that’s exactly what you need to be. Jim Daly explains why it’s important to see your kids for what they can become, not just who they are.

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The older we get the more important brain health becomes to an enjoyable, fulfilling lifestyle. Jim Daly offers tips for maintaining a healthy mind throughout life.

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Parents don’t need to outlaw technology, but they do need to be wise. Once Pandora’s box is open, there’s no shutting it. Jim Daly explains how moms and dads can stay alert and aware to the dark side of their kids’ technology.

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Morality gets a bad rap in society. Jim Daly explains how morals play a crucial role in our nation’s well-being by anchoring it in values that transcend us.

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A negative attitude will keep you stuck in an unhappy marriage. Jim Daly explains why that’s true and what you can do about it.

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Divorce is tough on adults. It’s even harder on children. Jim Daly explains how to minimize the negative impact of your breakup on those closest to you.

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Contrary to popular opinion, it’s not feelings of love that make a marriage endure. What does? Jim Daly shares the answer.

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What holds you back from achieving more than you do? Money? Time? How about excuses? Jim Daly shares the story of Paul Richard Alexander, who turned his limitations into a reason to succeed rather than an excuse to fail.

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All around the world, despite differences in culture, language, and socio-economic status, marriage is wired with two ingredients that help it to thrive even when other things are in short supply.

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Being a stepmom may be one of the most challenging jobs a woman can have. Jim Daly offers a practical idea that will help your relationship with your stepchildren to thrive.

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Jim Daly shares why every young man needs a caring father, a coach, or a reliable mentor who teaches him to navigate relationships, handle social pressure, and channel his strength toward a higher purpose.

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Jim Daly shares how wives can improve the overall intimacy in their marriage and help their husbands feel much more connected and warm.

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How do you know you’re living a meaningful life? One way is to think about what you’d like your obituary to say about you. Jim Daly says, “We write our own obituary every day by how we live and treat others.”

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Jim Daly explains how men create better sex lives by shifting their focus in marriage from getting something from their wives to offering more of their own hearts and vulnerability.

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Divorce is never an isolated event. The effects of a breakup ripple outward, often influencing a cycle of divorce that repeats for generations. Jim Daly shares a helpful solution for keeping your marriage healthy.

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Two of the greatest influences on a child’s self-image are team sports and academic achievements. Jim Daly shares the most important influence of all: a loving mom and dad.

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Even when truth is on your side, opposition can be fierce. Jim Daly explains why the world can only become a better place if you and I stand firm in the face of opposition and say, “There’s a better way.”

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Jim Daly shares why couples on the verge of divorce who stay together often transform their kids’ lives for the positive.

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Many kids struggle to take responsibility around the house. Jim Daly shares how to urge your child forward by discovering what motivates them

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We all face stress. The question is how do we handle it? Jim Daly shares how to deal with stress in a healthy manner.

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What reignites love after it’s faded in a marriage? Jim Daly shares how creating times of laughter can be as beneficial – and more fun – than marriage counseling.

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Parents, it’s your job to provide structure and order – like paying bills and setting boundaries – but it’s also your responsibility to help your children thrive spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Jim Daly shares how.

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Do you know your child’s “money personality”? Jim Daly offers advice for preventing conflict with your children regarding their spending and saving habits.

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Money is one of the biggest sources of conflict in marriage. But money can cause friction between parents and children as well. Jim Daly explains how to remedy that problem by understanding your child’s money personality.

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How do we find hope when our circumstances seem hopeless? Jim Daly explains why when times are tough, hope grows slowly, not overnight.

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Effective parenting means keeping expectations high while also accepting the child’s performance. Jim Daly shares how to encourage your kids toward excellence without expecting perfection.

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Critics of the Bible say it’s nothing but a collection of fairy tales. Jim Daly shares why Scripture itself teaches us not to line in a pretend world but to open our eyes wide and see things clearly.

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Not only can husbands learn to cherish their wives, but Jim Daly shares how wives can learn to cherish their husbands and create the marriage of their dreams.

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Guys, you love your wife, but do you cherish her? Jim Daly shares how husbands who haven’t developed that skill can learn it.

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Jim Daly explains why your response to your children making a mistake can be the difference between them exploring their gifts or hiding from them.

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Jim Daly explains how men can have a better relationship with their wives and children by adopting the same motto as NFL players and coaches: “Put something good on tape.”

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Getting to the heart of a matter can be difficult. None of us are completely objective. Jim Daly explains how our biases make it difficult to solve disputes, and what to do about it.

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A strong marriage is no accident. Jim Daly shares how he and his wife combined good choices, hard work, and God’s grace to make their marriage stronger today than ever.

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Young children often need help. They’re forgetful. They lose stuff. Some may even struggle to dress themselves or make their own food. Should parents step in and handle things for their children? Jim Daly shares his answer.

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Are you a “Dead Sea” or a “babbling brook”? Jim Daly shares how these oddly labeled communication styles can improve your marriage.

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Freedom has lasted in America for 250 years because our ancestors were vigilant and sacrificed to protect it. Jim Daly shares what American citizens must do for freedom to last another 250 years.

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One of the most common excuses divorced couples use is, “Kids are resilient.” But are they? Jim Daly explains why that sentiment is not as accurate as people wished it was.

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Moms experience a wide range of emotions when it comes to their children. They may swell up with pride, or they may struggle with guilt. Jim Daly reminds moms why their best is good enough.

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