Current Events Archives

I Was Verbally Assaulted Outside the White House. Here is How I Responded.

By now you’ve likely seen the images of the maddening maelstrom outside the White House last Thursday night following President Trump’s acceptance speech to conclude the final night of the Republican National Convention.

Mobs of individuals behaving in a vile and vicious manner harassing and haranguing departing attendees, including Senator Rand Paul and his wife, Kelley. The Pauls believe they would have been killed if not for the police escort that surrounded them as they walked along the sidewalk after departing the grounds of the Executive Mansion.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith, politics September 2, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

WATCH Our New Pro-Life Ad Tonight and Tomorrow on the Fox News Channel

If you happen to be one of the anticipated 7-8 million people tuning into Fox News’ coverage of the Republican National Convention tonight or tomorrow, you’ll likely see our latest ad.

As of this afternoon, it’s scheduled to run on Wednesday night at 10:10 pm, EDT.

I want to give you a sneak peek, though, and ask if you’d please consider sharing it within your circle of influence.

Since Focus on the Family’s inception in 1977, the ministry has been championing and celebrating the protection of pre-born life.

Topics: Current Events Tags: pro-life August 26, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Be the Pro-Life Church

In anticipation of our pro-life event “See Life 2020,” coming up on September 26th, Emily Colson is the guest on our Focus on the Family Broadcast “Be the Pro-Life Church.” You can tune in on your local radio station, online, on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or on our free phone app.

Emily is the daughter of the late Chuck Colson. She’s also an author, speaker, and persuasive advocate for special needs families.

Topics: Current Events Tags: pro-life August 13, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Please Pray: Couple Celebrates 67th Anniversary Apart Due to COVID-19 Restrictions

The coronavirus pandemic has been extremely difficult for all Americans for many reasons. Many have died due to the disease. Others have had friends and relatives pass away. And some have delayed or missed funerals because of social distancing and stay-at-home orders.

Yet another unfortunate consequence of the restrictions is the isolation and loneliness that many have faced.

I’ve recently learned of one such situation relayed to me by a supporter of Focus on the Family.

Topics: Current Events Tags: Coronavirus, family July 14, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

GUEST POST: Sinner, Singer, Saint: Charlie Daniels Flies Away

By: Bob DeMoss

A security guard at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry checked my name and ID against the guest list.

With a nod, he directed me backstage to one of the eighteen, uniquely themed dressing rooms to meet country legend, Charlie Daniels. As I approached, I heard Charlie’s unmistakable deep baritone voice above the laughter spilling out into the hallway. Reaching the door, I found that the room was packed.

The Country Music Hall of Famer, standing at the far side, was holding court with fans, family, and friends before his Opry appearance that evening.

Topics: Current Events Tags: faith July 8, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Learning to Love America Again

“I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.”

Quick. Who said that?

If you don’t know the answer, here’s a clue: He was an American Patriot who said those words at the age of twenty-one, just before he was hanged.

Still no guesses?

Don’t feel bad. You’re not alone. That kind of rich history hasn’t been taught very well for decades. It’s alarming, frankly.

Knowing our history is important, for reasons far deeper than memorizing a sea of dates and names.

Topics: Current Events Tags: broadcast, current events July 3, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

The Supreme Court Blocks Good Law, Endangering Women

Today’s 5-4 decision in June Medical Services v. Russo is a discouraging development in a now 47-year campaign to preserve and protect preborn life.

By a narrow majority, the Supreme Court ruled that commonsense safety precautions for abortion clinics are somehow unconstitutional. Louisiana lawmakers had passed legislation to protect women seeking abortions after it was discovered some facilities had been ignoring basic safety regulations, including one clinic hiring an ophthalmologist and a radiologist to perform abortions.

In a particularly curious and frustrating twist, Chief Justice Roberts, who sided with the Court’s liberals, said the Court is merely following the legal precedent it set in its 2016 Whole Woman’s Health v.

Topics: Current Events Tags: abortion, pro-life, supreme court June 29, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

WATCH: American Resilience: A New Inspirational Video Series

Is all the bad news lately wearing you down? Are you eager to watch something uplifting, encouraging and God-honoring?

We have a new series just for you.

“American Resilience” is a newly-released video program from Focus on the Family’s The Daily Citizen. It promises to deliver inspiring and faith-filled comeback stories that should give you a smile.

In the first episode, we feature Colorado’s famed Flying W. Ranch, a 67-year-old tourist destination in Colorado Springs.

If you’re looking for a boost today – these next few minutes will lift your spirits:

If you don’t already follow The Daily Citizen on Facebook, I would encourage you to “like” us in order to see multiple updates per day on breaking news presented from a Christian worldview.

Topics: Current Events June 24, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

Look to the Family for Answers in Our Current Crisis

Our hearts break for what the country is experiencing. From Monday’s Supreme Court ruling that added sexual orientation and gender identity to a list of protected classes in the 1964 Civil Rights Act, to ongoing racial tensions and continued physical and economic suffering related to COVID-19, we’re living through difficult days.

As president of a world-wide organization dedicated to the preservation of the home, and setting apart things like a virus, which are outside our control, I want to address what I believe is a major part of our problem – the breakdown of the nuclear family.

Topics: Current Events Tags: current events June 17, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

6 Supreme Court Justices Brazenly Proclaim Themselves Legislators in Landmark Decision

I’m extremely disappointed to learn that the U.S. Supreme Court today took it upon itself to brazenly rewrite a federal employment statute to add sexual orientation and gender identity to a list of protected classes contained in the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

When that landmark civil rights statute was enacted by duly elected representatives of the people, Congress never imagined or intended that “sex” meant anything other than biological males and females.

Yet in this opinion six justices have done what Congress never intended to do and has explicitly rejected many times over the years since 1964.

Topics: Current Events Tags: current events, supreme court June 15, 2020 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura