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A Sweet Mother’s Day Video

In anticipation of Mother’s Day weekend, I want to share a sweet video with you that celebrates moms:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjWoRd4OMZw

You know, as Christians, we should all be living lives worth emulating, because our lives should reflect Jesus Christ.

But that reality – that others are watching us – is especially true for parents. Our children (yes, including the older ones) watch our every move and even tend to mimic our words and behaviors.

And that’s one reason why I thank the Lord for godly moms.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, family, parenting, relationships May 12, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Tomorrow is Good Friday and Sunday is Easter. Those holidays don’t mean much for a lot of families. It’s just another routine Friday followed by a warm spring day where kids get all the candy they want and hunt for colorful eggs.

There’s a deeper significance to those days that many people overlook. I remember years ago, back when video stores were still around. My wife and I went looking for a well-known film that told the story of Easter.

Topics: Family and Home Tags: broadcast, events, faith April 13, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

WATCH VIDEO: Focus Flashes Back to 1977!

Monday I shared how the staff celebrated Focus on the Family’s 40th anniversary with a time of prayer and singing during our usual Monday morning stand-up meeting.

But I didn’t tell you the whole story.

Turns out, a few of us wanted to commemorate the milestone – and surprise the staff – in a very 1977 sort of way.

And what’s more 1977 than disco?

That’s right. Our preparation for Monday’s standup meeting included a disco ball, costumes… and a short, choreographed number to “Stayin’ Alive” for Focus on the Family Daily Broadcast co-host John Fuller and me.

Topics: Focus Events Tags: broadcast, events, pop culture March 29, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

He Told Her He Was Prejudiced. This is How She Responded.

Every February the nation observes Black History Month and recognizes the many contributions of African Americans to the United States and the world. Here at Focus on the Family, it’s no different. We recognize the special commemoration during our monthly chapel service with our staff and through other special educational and celebratory activities over the course of the four-week period.

While reflecting on the celebration, I was reminded about something that happened last August on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, faith, friendship, news, relationships February 15, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

The Atlantic Denies Science, Says Ultrasounds “Push” Idea Fetus is a Person

It’s pretty incredible how far some people will go to deny the humanity and life inside the womb.

Take yesterday’s article in The Atlantic as an example.

Originally titled, “How the Ultrasound Pushed the Idea That a Fetus Is a Person,” Moira Weigel, the author of the piece, twisted herself into a metaphorical pretzel trying to prove that the ultrasound doesn’t prove a preborn baby isn’t … human? Isn’t alive? The piece was so convoluted I’m still not entirely sure what I read.

Topics: Current Events Tags: events, news, pro-life January 25, 2017 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Focus’ Wait No More Kentucky Event on Nov. 12 to Feature Linkin’ Bridge

There will be a special guest at Focus’ Wait No More event in Shepherdsville, Kentucky on Nov. 12.

Linkin’ Bridge, the vocal group who made it to the finals in America’s Got Talent’s 11th season earlier this year, will be performing for the 800 attendees looking to learn more about – and possibly start – the process from adoption from foster care.

If you’re not familiar with the group, watch their America’s Got Talent audition:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5-I28L4MUk

Foster care is certainly an issue that touches the band directly, as singer Shon China Lacy spent time in the system when he was 7 years old and his mother was in prison.

Topics: Focus Events Tags: adoption, events November 9, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

A Special Announcement for MercyMe Fans

How many of you are MercyMe fans?

Many of you, I’m sure – because the award-winning Christian band with proven crossover appeal has been releasing hit after hit for two decades now. From “I Can Only Imagine” to Word of God Speak,” MercyMe’s popularity has only grown with its most recent album and its current single, “Dear Younger Me”:

And for you MercyMe fans, I have good news: I’m happy to announce that the band will join us on the Focus on the Family 40th Anniversary Cruise in November 2017!

Topics: Focus Events Tags: entertainment, events, family, promos November 2, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Spend an Evening with Ray Vander Laan and Learn about the Mission of Jesus

I’m writing this from my “home base” in Colorado Springs, Colo., but a couple of weeks ago I was in Israel, walking where Jesus walked, and learning from acclaimed teacher and Focus friend Ray Vander Laan.

It was an incredible experience I’ll always remember. Going to the Promised Land is adventure enough, but listening to Ray make biblical stories come alive took the trip to another level. Ray is an amazing communicator who has a unique grasp of Scripture.

Topics: Focus Events Tags: discipleship, events, faith September 29, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Newsboys and Focus Join Together to Encourage Students

There’s a familiar voice helping raise awareness of students’ First Amendment rights in schools: Michael Tait of the award-winning Christian band the Newsboys.

He’s been voicing video and radio promotions raising awareness of “Bring Your Bible to School Day,” the Focus-sponsored, student-led event taking place next Thursday, Oct. 6. (You might have heard him talk about the issue if you’re a listener of K-LOVE, WAY-FM, or Christian channels on Internet radio and satellite radio. He’s even appeared on our recent broadcast highlighting the event!) Here’s one of his video spots:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48c-8kSTskA

Not only that, but the Newsboys are encouraging students to share God’s hope by partnering with us on an exciting giveaway that gives fans a chance to win a free trip for four to hear the Newsboys LIVE in concert in Dallas, Texas!

Topics: Focus Events Tags: events, faith, kids, promos, religious liberty September 28, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

One Practical Way Parents Can Encourage their Kids to be Bold in their Faith

Last Friday on my blog I shared a troubling trend with you: schools banning Bible verses. Despite students having a clear Constitutional right to include Bible verses in their personal work projects, or with their friends outside of classroom time, some children are finding themselves silenced when it comes to their faith.

However, I also shared a way for students to celebrate their First Amendment rights: the Focus on the Family-sponsored and student-led “Bring Your Bible to School Day,” which will be held on Oct.

Topics: Focus Events Tags: broadcast, events, faith, parenting, religious liberty September 19, 2016 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

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