Focus on the Family Australia
610 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsFocus on the Family radio programs are played on over 550 stations around Australia with an estimated 4.5 million listeners each month. While the content is diverse the purpose and hope for each program is the same – to help your family thrive.
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How God Redeemed My Teenage Pregnancy II
December 10, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBShe became pregnant as a senior in high school and felt her life spiralling out of control. Lindsay Pepin-Ophus recounts how and why she made the difficult choice to carry her unplanned pregnancy to term. You’ll hear how her family’s conflict and stress was turned to unexpected hope. Book by Guests: Joy Will Come.
How God Redeemed My Teenage Pregnancy I
December 09, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBShe was a senior in high school who had it all—good grades, popularity, and a strong Christian faith. But she had a secret. Hear about the day Lindsay Pepin-Ophus found out she was pregnant. Also, Lindsay’s mum shares how she had to surrender her daughter’s and new granddaughter’s lives to God. Book by guests: Joy Will Come.
Managing Technology
December 04, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 44.2 MBDr. Justin Coulson returns to talk about the important issue of technology. We discuss why are kids getting screen addictions, how can we set effective limits on screen use and how to create a digital device plan for your family that will put an end to all the tech-tension.
Parenting the heart of your teen
December 03, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBDespite what you may have heard, parenting a teenager can be a lot of fun! We’ll encourage you to look behind your teen’s words and behaviour to discover their unique personality. Learn how to listen better and even monitor your mouth! Find more parenting encouragement! Book by guest: Parenting Beyond the Rules.
Fun ways to instill virtues in your children II
November 30, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBAs a parent, you can make virtues, love and laughter a daily part of everyday life. We’ll talk with Courtney DeFeo about how you can develop faith, patience and responsibility in your child. Book by guest: In This House, We Will Giggle.
Fun Ways To Instill Virtues In Your Children I
November 29, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJim Daly and guest host Kim Trobee, talk with Courtney DeFeo, author of "In This House, We Will Giggle", about how parents can make virtues, love and laughter a daily part of everyday life. Filled with practical, easy-to-implement and fun ideas, they discuss the virtues of gratitude, generosity, joy, faith, patience and responsibility.
Relationship Legacies
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 47.1 MBDo you see your marriage as a legacy for future generation? Joanne Wilson, the Relationship Rejuvenator and author of Renovate Your Relationship, is a neuro-psychotherapist, inspiring the community for thriving and dynamic relationships that impact generations for mental well-being. We discuss how you can create positive change to recreate and reform the legacy you leave your children and future generations.
How Advent Changed My Perspective on Christmas
November 26, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBShe dreamed of a magical, relaxing, and fun family Christmas. But instead, Asheritah Ciuciu felt stress, pressure, and worry. Hear how studying the principles of Advent—hope, preparation, joy and love—changed her perspective on the Christmas season. Book by guest: Unwrapping the Name of Jesus.
Thriving as a Mum
November 25, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBShe never dreamed of being a mum. So when she found herself wiping noses and changing nappies, she began to sink into a cycle of depression. Kara-Kae James discusses how counselling, grace, and time with the Lord helped her begin to thrive as a mum. Book by guest: Mom Up
How to have a better sex life by understanding your love style II
November 23, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MB**Note: Program is not appropriate for younger listeners.** If intimacy isn’t working in your marriage, you may have unhealthy love styles! Milan and Kay Yerkovich explain how the different ways you’ve learned to connect to your spouse can actually create havoc with your love life! Practical help for married couples. Book by guests: How We Love.
How to have a better sex life by understanding your love style I
November 22, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB**Note: Program is not appropriate for younger listeners.** If intimacy isn’t working in your marriage, you may have unhealthy love styles! Milan and Kay Yerkovich explain how the different ways you’ve learned to connect to your spouse can actually create havoc with your love life! Practical help for married couples. Book by guests: How We Love.
Broken to be Beautiful
November 20, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 49.1 MB*Warning – Not suitable for younger listeners.* Domestic violence was part of Xenia Schembri's life for the 15 years while married to her first husband. Yet now, she finds herself in a completely different life and she has become a mouthpiece for the voiceless on issues of domestic violence and sexual abuse as a counsellor, author, speaker and founder of "At the Ark" – a charity that supports families whose children have been sexually abused, and families impacted by domestic violence. We dis...
Finding Strength in the Midst of Disappointment II
November 10, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBShe had already received one blow. Now, she faced two serious health issues on top of it. Lysa TerKeurst shares her courageous and hopeful story of battling cancer and picking up the pieces after her husband’s affair. Find encouragement for trusting God in the midst of disappointment. Book by guest: It's not supposed to be this way.
Finding Strength in the Midst of Disappointment I
November 09, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLife often looks very different from what you hope or expect….and that can lead to disappointment and disillusionment. Lysa TerKeurst understands this all too well. She shares about her crumbling marriage, surrounding her husband’s affair, and clinging to God in the midst of devastating circumstances. Book by guest: It's not supposed to be this way.
Disciplining your kids with grace
November 08, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBYou can be at your best, even when your kids are at their worst. You’ll learn how to stay calm, when your kids misbehave, how you can choose from a “sushi menu” of discipline tactics, and how you can discover your child’s “currency” and give age-appropriate consequences. Book by guest: Grace based discipline.
The search for a Godly spouse II
November 04, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBPastor Alistair Begg shares what to look for in a spouse, and what sort of husband or wife YOU should strive to be: a person of integrity, who is always growing closer to the Lord. Wisdom for a VERY important decision.
The search for a Godly spouse I
November 03, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat should you look for in a future spouse? Pastor Alistair encourages singles to look beyond physical appearance. Good looks will fade, but godly character will last a lifetime.
Offering God's hope to families with prodigals II
November 02, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBPastors,Bill Putman and Jim Putman, describe the challenges they’ve experienced with prodigals — who grew up in loving, Christian families, yet were far from God. But through unconditional love and godly hope, their prodigals were restored and now serve in ministry today.
Offering God's hope to families with prodigals I
November 01, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIt’s easy to categorise those who leave their faith as prodigals. But how many prodigals are still active in church? Two pastors, Bill Putman and Jim Putman, share their experience with prodigals and the valuable spiritual lessons God taught them about unconditional love and accountability. Book by guests: Hope for the prodigal
The Greatest Treasure
October 30, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 47.6 MBChristian families have so much to teach their children but do we sometimes forget the most important thing. Jodie Cooper has been involved in ministry with children and families for over 10 years in voluntary work on camps, at churches and in her job as a chaplain. She has a passion to produce affordable illustrated children's books with free accompanying study resources that whole families can gather around and learn how the gospel can change lives. Her website is "Good News in the Gum Trees."
Giving your marriage a second chance II
October 29, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJuana Mikels wondered if her marriage was over. She had abandoned her husband, then met Jesus — and when she tried to reconcile, her husband wasn’t interested! Join us for this dramatic, rollercoaster story about waiting on God for a miracle. Book by guest: Choosing him all over again.
Giving your marriage a second chance I
October 28, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBHave you ever thought about walking away from your marriage?Juana Mikels dramatic story of leaving her husband to find “Mr. Right” — and finding God in the process! Discover how the Lord can bring you healing and reconciliation, even after the worst mistake in your life. Book by guest: Choosing him all over again.
Answering your kids tough faith questions
October 25, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBAre you prepared to answer your kids’ tough questions about faith, God, and the Bible? On the next “Focus on the Family,” apologist Natasha Crain outlines four of the most important questions you need to discuss with your children, like—“Why did Jesus need to die on the cross for our sins?”
Teaching Kids How To Manage Anxiety II
October 23, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 46.6 MBDeb Hopper has been an Occupational Therapist for 20 years and is the founder of Life Skills 4 Kids based on the Mid North Coast of NSW. She helps children overcome sensory and emotional issues, and empowers their families to deal with the stresses of their day-to-day lives. Join us today we explore the different kinds of anxiety and some practical skills we can learn to manage each of them. Book by guest: Teaching Kids How to Manage Anxiety.
Creative Date Ideas For You and Your Spouse
October 22, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBWith everything that’s going on in the world, a date night with your spouse might be the last thing on your mind. But it could also be just what you need! Kathi Lipp offers date night ideas for when money is tight and life is stressful. You’ll want to take some notes! Book by guest: Happy Habits for Every Couple.
Finding freedom as a grace-based Mum II
October 21, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBAfter her first marriage ended, she felt like she would never stop feeling guilt and shame about the divorce. Hear how Jeannie Cunnion went from operating out of a “shame based” mindset to being secure in her identity in Christ, as a wife and a mother. Book by guest: Mom set free.
Finding freedom as a grace-based Mum I
October 20, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBAs a mother, you may feel tremendous pressure to “get it all right.” But, because of Jesus, you can live in freedom, instead of shame! Jeannie Cunnion talks about her struggles with perfectionism as a mother, and shares how admitting her mistakes has changed everything about her parenting. Book by guest: Mom set free
Can we talk? Communication advice for husbands and wives II
October 19, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBConfused by the way your spouse thinks and acts? There’s hope! Dr. David Clarke explains why men often “clam up” during deep conversations, and why a woman’s typical strategy to act as a crowbar and pry him open almost always fails. Dr. Clarke will help you work toward healthy communication in your marriage. Book by guest: Men are Clams, Women are Crowbars
Can we talk? Communication advice for husbands and wives I
October 18, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBConfused by the way your spouse thinks and acts? There’s hope! Dr. David Clarke explains why men often “clam up” during deep conversations, and why a woman’s typical strategy to act as a crowbar and pry him open almost always fails. Dr. Clarke will help you work toward healthy communication in your marriage. Book by guest: Men are Clams, Women are Crowbars
Teaching Kids How To Manage Anxiety I
October 16, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 46.5 MBDeb Hopper has been an Occupational Therapist for 20 years and is the founder of Life Skills 4 Kids based on the Mid North Coast of NSW. She helps children overcome sensory and emotional issues, and empowers their families to deal with the stresses of their day-to-day lives. Join us today we explore the different kinds of anxiety and some practical skills we can learn to manage each of them. Book by guest: Teaching Kids to Manage Anxiety.
A Fresh Look at Dating II
October 15, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBHow do you know if you’ve found “the one”? And what do you do, if you’ve never even been asked out on a date? Dr. Gary Thomas provides singles with meaningful advice on how you can find a good, godly spouse. Encouraging, practical advice for singles! Book by Guest: The Sacred Search.
A Fresh Look at Dating I
October 14, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBHow do you know if you’ve found “the one”? And what do you do, if you’ve never even been asked out on a date? Dr. Gary Thomas provides singles with meaningful advice on how you can find a good, godly spouse. Encouraging, practical advice for singles! Book by Guest: The Sacred Search.
Trusting God with your adult child
October 13, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBWhen your children are little, you can wrap them in your arms. But when they grow up, sometimes all you can do is wrap them in your prayers. How Jodie Berndt learned to trust God with her adult children’s complicated lives. Hear the seemingly simple prayers she prayed that changed her perspective on parenting. Book by guest: Praying the scriptures for your adult children.
Suicide Prevention II
October 09, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MBSadly, suicide impacts many thousands of families every year. Hopelessness, malaise and desensitisation to the value of life are part of the fallout of living in a world without purpose, without meaning and without God. This is the first half of a talk Brett Ryan, CEO of Focus Australia, presented at Northreach Community church in Townsville on this topic, and an overview of some easy to understand principles surrounding suicide prevention and mental health.
Preparing for the empty nest years
October 08, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBYour child is has spread his wings and is prepared to leave the nest, but are YOU ready? A mother of six, Marci Seither reminds you to breathe and trust God, as you launch your child into the world. She offers ways to help siblings transition, and how to revitalise your marriage during this time. Book by guest: Empty nest
Remaining Calm in the Chaos of Life
October 07, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMotherhood can be a crazy time of life — especially when you have young children! Nicole Johnson reminds mums to lean into your struggles, learn to ask for help, and find a quiet place to connect with God! Great encouragement for mothers. Book by guest: Creating Calm in the Chaos of Crazy.
Suicide Prevention I
October 02, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBSadly, suicide impacts many thousands of families every year. Hopelessness, malaise and desensitisation to the value of life are part of the fallout of living in a world without purpose, without meaning and without God. This is the first half of a talk Brett Ryan, CEO of Focus Australia, presented at Northreach Community church in Townsville on this topic, and an overview of some easy to understand principles surrounding suicide prevention and mental health.
Finding Peace and Purpose in the Midst of a Busy Schedule
October 01, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBSlow down your schedule and make time for the things that matter most! Alli Worthington, busy mum of five boys, shares how she reduced busyness in her own life, and how to offer a gracious no, while saying yes to more important things. Book by Guest: Breaking Busy.
Tips for building a healthy family II
September 28, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBMany families do home renovation, but you may need a “family renovation” project as well! Dr Gary Chapman and Dr Shannon Warden continue to discuss how to build strong character traits — like kindness, love, forgiveness, and fun — into your family relationships. Provide a solid, godly foundation for your home! Book by guests: The DIY guide to building a family that lasts.
Tips for building a healthy family I
September 27, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMany families do home renovation, but you may need a “family renovation” project as well! Dr Gary Chapman and Dr Shannon Warden discuss how to build strong character traits — like kindness, love, forgiveness, and fun — into your family relationships. Provide a solid, godly foundation for your home. Book by guests: The DIY guide to building a family that lasts.
Bringing laughter to your marriage
September 23, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBYour marriage needs a good laugh! Ted Cunningham helps you discover your humour muscle and learn to flex it. With great stories from his own marriage, Ted shares insight into the language of comedy and how to apply that to everyday life with your spouse. Learn about benefits of laughter, the best medicine for your marriage. Book by guest: A Love That Laughs
Showing Love in Everyday Relationships
September 22, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBWhen you love others as Jesus loves us, you can change the world! But where do you start? Dave Willis explores the seven laws of love, defining love as committed, sacrificial, honest, courageous, grace-filled, healing, and everlasting. With stories from his own relationships, you’ll better understand how to put love in action with those around you. Book by guest: The Seven Laws of Love
Knowing Our Weaknesses, Finding God's Strength
September 17, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBDo you tend to be a rule-follower, or a rule-breaker? Trisha Davis will share how her tendency to follow the rules, and her husband’s more rebellious nature, set them up for disaster when their marriage was tested by infidelity. Book by guest: Beyond Ordinary.
Avoiding Shame-Based Parenting
September 16, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBYou have an incredible impact on your child’s life, especially when you parent out of love, and not shame. Dr. Kelly Flanagan reflects on shame in our lives and reminds you that in God’s grace, you are enough, you are not alone, and you matter. Book by guest: Loveable
Catching a God-sized vision for your family
September 15, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBRob and Amy Reinow offer parents practical tips for raising children in a way that impacts not only today, but future generations. The Reinows offer hope and encouragement for catching a God-sized vision for parenting, with an emphasis on prayer. Book by guests: Visionary parenting.
Practical advice for parenting powerful kids II
September 14, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBLet’s face it. Most children, strong-willed or not, will try to manipulate their parents. Dr. Kevin Leman offers you help to rein in your children, when they are seeking too much attention. Learn how to reduce the power struggles and restore peace to your home. Book by guest: Parenting Your Powerful Child.
Practical advice for parenting powerful kids I
September 13, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBLet’s face it. Most children, strong-willed or not, will try to manipulate their parents. Dr. Kevin Leman offers you help to rein in your children, when they are seeking too much attention. Learn how to reduce the power struggles and restore peace to your home. Book by guest: Parenting Your Powerful Child.
Childhood to Adulthood
September 11, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MBUnfortunately, in our western culture, we have lost the significance of rites of passage for our children. We explore the importance of a father's role in intentionally guiding their child in moving from childhood to adulthood. Darren and Melissa Lewis are founders of Fathering Adventures, a ministry that partners with parents to raise the next generation of healthy men and women.
Overcoming the heartaches of life II
September 07, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBIn today’s image-obsessed culture, it’s easy to forget that you’re beautiful to God, inside and out. Sheri Rose Shepherd, a young beauty pageant winner, was addicted to approval, and needed it in order to feel beautiful. Yet she felt ugly inside. Hear her story of hope and healing. Book by guest: His Princess.
Overcoming the heartaches of life I
September 06, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBWhen the Homecoming King teased young Sheri Rose Shepherd about her weight, she was wounded to the core. She lost weight, quit doing drugs, and even became a beauty queen. But, as successful as she was on the outside, she was still miserable on the inside. Book by guest: His Princess.