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Families are in crisis this back-to-school season

Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Engaging the Culture

Christians are called to support the institutions of family, church, and government, according to God’s design and purpose.

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The Importance of Social Responsibility

We believe that God has ordained the social institutions of family, church, and government for the benefit of mankind and as a reflection of His divine nature. Therefore, Christians are called to support these institutions, according to God’s design and purpose, and to protect them against destructive social influences. Such involvement is in obedience to Christ’s lordship over all creation and is required by His command to care for the well-being of all people.

“For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh.” Genesis 2:24

“And God placed all things under His feet and appointed Him to be head over everything for the church, which is His body.” Ephesians 1:22-23a

“Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” Romans 13:1

What is Daily Citizen?

Daily Citizen exists to be your most trustworthy news source. Our team of analysts is devoted to giving you timely and relevant analysis of current events and cultural trends – all from a biblical worldview – so that you can be inspired and assured that the information you share with others comes from a reliable source.

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What is Daly Focus?

Jim Daly is a husband, father and President of Focus on the Family and host of its National Radio Hall of Fame broadcast. His blog, Daly Focus, is full of timely commentary and wisdom designed to help you navigate and understand today’s culture.

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  • Inviting Strangers into God’s Family August 26, 2025
    Many Christians say they don’t reach out to strangers in the name of Jesus because they don’t know how to offer that kind of hospitality. Author Annie McCune can show you how. She says, “Throughout the course of my life, I have had the privilege of loving many strangers through opening the door to my […]
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What is ReFOCUS?

Our culture grows more complicated and challenging every day, and we want to address those tough issues on the ReFOCUS with Jim Daly podcast. Jim Daly is the president of Focus on the Family, and he enjoys having deep and heartfelt conversations with people who will strengthen your faith. That’s why Jim has invited some of our day’s most acclaimed and respected thinkers to join the conversation. He will dig deeper and ask the hard questions to help you share Christ’s grace, truth, and love. This bi-weekly podcast will leave you feeling challenged, encouraged, and more engaged with the world. So dive in and listen.

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What is Lighthouse Voices?

Lighthouse Voices, a collaboration between Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, equips individuals with faith-based insights to navigate complex cultural issues. Addressing topics like racial tensions, gender identity, and mental health, their speakers provide informed guidance for making a positive impact. Through kindness, boldness, and being a light, the speakers empower listeners to engage the culture with compassion and confidence.

Be Kind. Be Bold. Be Light.

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What is The PluggedIn Blog?

Good media discernment is about guarding our eyes and hearts before we watch or listen. And it’s also about grappling with the entertainment we do see or hear. That’s why The Plugged In Blog is devoted to guarding, discussing and grappling.

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Stand for Truth. Live with Courage.

What happens when we, as Christians, stand firm in our faith? Truth Rising is a powerful new film documentary that will inspire you to boldly live out your faith in a culture that challenges it.

Be inspired. Be encouraged. Be ready.