Kahului Union Church Maui, Hawaii -- A Christian, Purpose Driven, Bible Believing, Evangelical Church on Maui, Hawaii

Dr. James Dobson, Ph.D.
Founder & Chairman
Focus On The Family

International

This daily program consists of interviews, panel discussions and phone call-in formats and offers practical advice on a wide variety of subjects of interest to the family. Listen online to recent Focus On The Family International radio broadcasts by clicking on the corresponding links below.

Thriving in a Spiritually-Divided Home, 2
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Nancy Sebastian Meyer always thought she would raise her family in a strong Christian home. But her life turned upside down when her pastor husband turned his back on his beliefs and became an agnostic. Tune in to today's broadcast to hear how Nancy stayed true to her faith and found strength and fresh hope each day. If you or someone you know is married to an unbelieving spouse, this is a program you won't want to miss.

Thriving in a Spiritually-Divided Home, 1
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family When she married a pastor, she thought Christ would always be at the center of their home life. But that all changed when her husband became an agnostic. 20 years later, Nancy Sebastian Meyer is mother to a teenage daughter ? and still married to a non-believer. Meyer offers hope, advice and encouragement to those who find themselves in a "spiritually divided" home. Her story demonstrates how ? through grief and loneliness, respect and rejoicing ? God has proven overwhelmingly faithful!

Seeing Yourself in God's Eyes
Monday, August 18, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family She worked in a world obsessed with appearance, but Nancy Stafford eventually discovered that who she was had very little to do with how she looked. The model and television actress describes her childhood crisis of confidence, recounts her Hollywood success and tells how God transformed her thinking about what's really beautiful. Be encouraged by the reminder that your value is based not on how the world perceives you, but on God's great love for you.

The Confident Strength of a Mom, 2
Friday, August 15, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Author Julie Ann Barnhill says some moms just have a "presence" about them - Their very demeanor commands respect. These moms are authoritative, strong, confident - as well as loving, gracious and kind. If you aspire to be that kind of parent, don't miss today's broadcast. As she offers helpful pointers from her book One Tough Mother, Barnhill describes how moms can overcome the emotional barriers that often prevent them from exercising their parental authority. Our guest also offers special encouragement to single moms, and to all moms who feel the pressure to be the perfect parent.

The Confident Strength of a Mom, 1
Thursday, August 14, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family When it comes to a contest of wills with your children, are you confident you'll win? Do your children know you're the boss, or do they believe they will get their way if they keep pushing? Many parents, especially moms, aren't sure how to exercise their authority effectively, or how to do so in a way that projects strength, confidence and decisiveness. If that describes you or someone you know, don't miss today's broadcast. Author Julie Ann Barnhill offers helpful parenting advice from her recent book One Tough Mother: It's Time to Step Up and Be the Mom.

The Value of Stay-at-Home Moms, 2
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Jill Savage shares candidly about her choice to leave her career for stay-at-home motherhood. She talks openly about how she dealt with the cultural pressures to find career fulfillment outside of the home. Be encouraged, and maybe even challenged

The Value of Stay-at-Home Moms, 1
Tuesday, August 12, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Do you know a stay-at-home mom who could use a boost? Dr. James Dobson, author and speaker Jill Savage uses humor and personal stories to encourage moms. Find out why being a stay-at-home mom might be one of the greatest professions of all.

Truly Great Kids
Monday, August 11, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Everyone wants their children to grow up to be successful adults, don't you? Dr. Tim Kimmel and may surprise you when he challenges your definition of success. Join Dr. Bill Maier and his guest for a look at raising truly great kids.

The Christian Family
Friday, August 8, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family When a couple ties the knot, they promise to love, honor and cherish one another - in good times and in bad - until death parts them. Yet too many spouses don't live up to those promises in just the first years of marriage, and almost half those unions end in divorce. Why? For today's guest, the answer is simple: Husbands and wives have misplaced priorities; they are not serving God, and they aren't serving one another as He instructs. Rev. Tony Evans describes what it really means to fear God, and explains how families can experience the blessings, peace and joy of the Lord.

Skills for Parenting Teens
Thursday, August 7, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family You wouldn't drive the family car down the autobahn in first gear would you? Neither should you use the same parenting techniques for teens that you used when they were in their early childhood. Guest, John Townsend, reveals some skills and techniques that can help you shift into overdrive for a smoother ride between you and your teen.

Finding Freedom by Forgiving Yourself, 2
Wednesday, August 6, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Dr. R.T. Kendall will talk about the freedom that comes with genuine forgiveness, and what might be the most difficult task of all?forgiving yourself. Struggling with guilt?

Finding Freedom by Forgiving Yourself, 1
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family When it comes to personal failures, many Christians say, "I know that God forgives me, but I can't forgive myself." Why is it so difficult to let go of our past mistakes? How can we find the emotional and spiritual freedom that comes with forgiving ourselves? Theologian and author R.T. Kendall offers insight and encouragement from his recent book, How to Forgive Ourselves - Totally. Don't miss this important follow-up to our recent broadcasts based on Kendall's book Total Forgiveness, which focused on forgiving others.

Enjoying Nature with Your Children
Monday, August 4, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family A great way to introduce children to their Creator is by pointing them directly to His work. Nature photographer Bill Ivy and his wife, Patty, join Dr. Dobson to discuss why it's important for children to explore their surroundings, the responsibility parents have to expose little ones to the outdoors and why adults sometimes take God's creation for granted. Hear a great message for a holiday weekend.
"Children have ... the natural ability to be enthusiastic about things that we would normally overlook." - Bill Ivy

Lessons From Jonah
Friday, August 1, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family The Bible says that God commanded the prophet Jonah to preach repentance to the Ninevites. When Jonah refused, he was swallowed by a large fish, and expelled only when he was ready to obey God. Actor and storyteller David Shelton brings Jonah's story to life in an entertaining and humorous performance. Listen in as Shelton's captivating recreation illustrates important lessons you won't soon forget.
"Don't ask me what sort of fish it was - I really only saw it from the inside - but it was big!" - David Shelton as "Jonah"

Finding True Forgiveness, 3
Thursday, July 31, 2008 Host: Focus on the Family Forgiveness is not optional for Christians - it's a biblical commandment. And when we obey it, we experience a blessing in return. Yet if we hold on to bitterness and resentment, we cannot live at peace. In the conclusion of this three-part program, author R.T. Kendall and Dr. James Dobson wrap up their discussion based on Kendall's book Total Forgiveness. They talk about the rewards and challenges of forgiveness, as well as the joy that comes when we forgive ourselves.
"[Forgiveness] is not easy, but the reward is great." - R.T. Kendall