Jim Daly
Biography
Jim Daly co-wrote The Good Dad, When Parenting Isn't Perfect, and ReFocus with others.
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Christian Living
“For many of us, when someone asks how we’re doing, our automatic response is “fine”—even when we aren’t. Esther Fleece transparently shares her story of “faking fine” until she couldn’t anymore—and how God has brought emotional healing as she learned to stop pretending. This is an encouraging and helpful book.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“All of us have times when life feels like a rat race—and the rats are winning! The chaotic pace of modern life can wreak havoc on our health, our families, and our sanity. But Kay Wills Wyma offers an encouraging and uplifting reminder that there’s a better way. We don’t have to let the tyranny of the urgent rob us of our joy.”
Ethics, Culture & Social Issues
“Kingdom-minded churches are those that hold the gospel of Jesus Christ in the highest esteem, while pursuing justice, restoration, and reconciliation. I know of no person better qualified to write about kingdom-minded churches than Dr. Tony Evans.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“As parents, we sometimes get stuck in survival mode. We default to putting out the fires of bad behavior. Dr. Kathy Koch focuses on fire prevention. She challenges us to develop godly character in our kids by instilling critical core values early, at every opportunity. Check out her insights on raising courageous, compassionate kids who can set the world ablaze for Christ!”
Praying the Scriptures for Your Children 20th Anniversary Edition
Prayer & Spiritual Formation
“PRAISE FOR Praying the Scriptures for Your Children It’s obvious to any well-meaning parent that our children need our care, our guidance and wisdom, our love, and our discipline—but do we remember how desperately they need our prayers as well? It can be tempting to put prayer on the back burner amidst the demands of parenting, but Jodie Berndt reminds us that the Lord works mightily in our kids’ lives as we intercede for them. What’s more, he has provided us with a feast of prayer “prompts” within the very pages of God’s Word.”
Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“Without a doubt, marriage is hard at times—and there are countless issues and challenges that can derail this vital relationship. Jodie Berndt understands how tough marriage can be, but she also knows that nothing is too difficult for the Lord. When we are guided by the very words of Scripture in lifting our union with our spouse before God, there’s no telling how He will transform our marriage.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“What are the practices and considerations couples should prioritize as they prepare for remarriage? Ron Deal is a foremost authority on blended families, and he has written an indispensable manual for engaged couples who want to successfully blend their two families.”
Protecting Your Child from Predators
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“If you’re a parent, chances are one of your biggest fears is that your child will be sexually assaulted—and given today’s 24-hour news cycle, we see and hear plenty of sickening accounts to feed our worst fears. In their new book, however, Drs. Robinson and Scott encourage you not to live in fear, but to equip yourself and your kids with the awareness and skills that will help keep them safe.”
Raising Boys Who Respect Girls
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“Our culture sends mixed and harmful messages about what it means to be a man. As a father of two sons, it has been a constant battle to help them avoid internalizing these destructive ideas. That’s why I’m thankful for Dave Willis’s book. It will help parents equip their sons to have a biblical, redemptive vision of manhood.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“Single mothers entrusted with the upbringing of boys often feel inadequate to help guide their sons toward manhood—and those of us who were raised without the benefit of a father know firsthand the unique challenges inherent in this family structure. However, Roland Warren has some invaluable reassurance for single moms: the Lord is more than willing to empower and equip you in your vital role.”
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“When bad things happen, some people recoil. Others rise. Kathy's book, full of character-building ideas and conversation starters, helps us coach our kids to come back stronger, wiser, and more confident after life throws them curveballs.”
Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“Navigating relationships with our adult children can be tricky. In fact, issues related to this topic rank among the most common questions we receive here at Focus on the Family. I'm thankful my friend Dr. Kathy Koch has written this wise and highly practical book as a means of coming alongside moms and dads who want to nurture and preserve a healthy relationship with their adult children.”
World Religions
“Married couples reach out to Focus on the Family regularly seeking help with the sexual aspect of their relationships—which is why I’m especially thankful for this new book by Shaunti Feldhahn and Dr. Michael Sytsma. Through extensive research and their own keen insights into this important topic, Shaunti and Michael show couples that it’s more than possible to achieve a mutually satisfying sex life that contributes to a healthy, vibrant marriage.”
Short Answers to Big Questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity
Christian Living
“If you’ve ever wondered whether the Bible contains contradictions, or how science and faith can work together, or whether Jesus truly represents the only way to Heaven, this book is for you. It is filled with practical, easily digestible answers to some of the most pressing questions about the Christian faith.”
Church Leadership & Ministry
“What people are saying about … SHRINKING THE INTEGRITY GAP “Great leaders are characterized by virtues such as courage, vision, and decisiveness. But there’s one quality that should be at the top of every leader’s priority list: integrity. This book offers a vital and timeless message for those who desire to be above reproach in their leadership.”
Theology
“At one time or another every twenty-first-century Christian is likely to be confronted about his or her views on homosexuality. But how can we approach this challenging issue in a way that faithfully reflects Jesus’s heart and mind? Joe Dallas answers that question in this clear and compelling guide for engaging others with both gentleness and biblical truth.”
Talking with Teens about Sexuality
Marriage, Family & Relationships
“Helping kids navigate our sex-saturated, morally confused culture can feel like an overwhelming task. With the younger generation facing a barrage of unbiblical messages about sexuality, Drs. Beth Robinson and Latayne Scott have prepared a comprehensive manual to help parents instill in their kids a godly view of sex.”
NOTE: Only includes books currently in our catalog; not necessarily a complete list.
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