John Smoltz: A Story of Triumph and Unexpected Turns (Part 1 of 2)

John Smoltz is a World Series champion, former Cy Young award-winner and hall of fame pitcher. He shares his inspiring story about the twists and turns in his career, finding faith in Christ, and rebuilding his life after experiencing hardship. He reveals how God taught him to surrender control and trust Him, while growing in grace in this one-on-one conversation with Jim Daly.   Receive a copy of Starting and Closing and an audio download of "John Smoltz: A Story of Triumph and Unexpected Turns" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. John Townsend, bestselling author and psychologist, offers tips for married couples to set healthy boundaries. Hear his insight into the steps to experience freedom in your marriage and develop a mutually fulfilling relationship.   Receive a copy of Boundaries in Marriage– or a bundle of two -- and an audio download of "How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

How ‘safe’ is your faith? Could you be talked out of it? Researcher and apologist Alisa Childers explains how she almost lost her faith in Jesus Christ while being mentored by a pastor who was secretly an agnostic. She shares how years of research restored her belief in Christian tenets.   Receive the book Another Gospel? A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity plus a free audio download of “Reclaiming My Faith from Modern Skepticism” for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Natasha Crain helps parents strengthen their children's Christian beliefs in a discussion based on her book Keeping Your Kids on God's Side: 40 Conversations to Help Them Build a Lasting Faith.   Receive a copy of Hope for Healing from Domestic Abuse and an audio download of "Finding Hope in the Aftermath of Domestic Violence" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Karen DeArmond Gardner experienced a 30-year abusive marriage — living with a man who charmed everyone but soon became a nightmare to live with. She described different tactics abusers use: insults, threats, control, manipulation, and other forms of emotional intimidation. Eventually, Karen recognized her traumatic situation and escaped. Today she counsels other women who’ve experienced abuse.   Receive a copy of Hope for Healing from Domestic Abuse and an audio download of "Finding Hope in the Aftermath of Domestic Violence" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Licensed counselor Debra Fileta offers practical, biblical advice for assessing your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Helping you walk toward healing and wholeness for the entire family!    Receive the Nourish Your Families Mental Health bundle plus a free audio download of “How to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family” for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Licensed counselor Debra Fileta offers practical, biblical advice for assessing your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Helping you walk toward healing and wholeness for the entire family!    Receive the Nourish Your Families Mental Health bundle plus a free audio download of “How to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family” for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In his best-selling book, One Minute After You Die, Dr. Lutzer answers the all-important question: Where will you spend eternity? He discusses what the Bible teaches about death, heaven, God’s divine justice, and the assurance of salvation believers have in Jesus Christ.    Receive the book One Minute After You Die plus a free audio download of “What Happens After We Die?” for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Author Kathi Lipp offers practical, fun ideas for couples to improve their relationship and make time together a high priority.   Receive the book Happy Habits for Every Couple and the audio download of the broadcast "Fun Ways to Pep Up Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources    If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Knowing when and how to speak up can be challenging. Emerson Eggerichs gives insight on how to have healthy conversations with others confidently. By asking ourselves, “Is it true, kind, necessary, and clear?” we may find ourselves engaging in more genuine and effective conversations. Get Emerson Eggerichs' book "Speak Your Mind" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources  If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.