I Thought I Knew

Posted on September 4, 2007 
Filed Under Focus on the Family Broadcast, Spiritual Life

After almost 16 years of working at Focus, I thought I knew who Jim Daly really was. I was wrong.

Jim is the President and CEO of our U.S. office. He is a gifted leader, and works closely with Dr. Dobson and our board to keep this place moving in the right direction.

On the outside, Jim is an optimist, always making friends. He is constantly moving at the speed of light — the guy has boundless energy. He seems to know about half the people in the world, too.

On the inside, though, Jim has had more heartache and pain than I could have imagined. The things he endured as a child were horrific. His personal testimony is riveting, yet difficult to hear. As you listen, you’ll find yourself angry at times, yet Jim never wallows in self-pity. He doesn’t succumb to a victim mentality. He doesn’t get stuck in hopelessness.

All this time I thought I really knew Jim Daly. I’m so glad he is willing to share publicly about his remarkable journey. If you have a few minutes, here’s an excerpt from his book, which chronicles his life’s story.

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One Response to “I Thought I Knew”

  1. josh on September 8th, 2007 12:42 am

    This was a wonderful broadcast–love Jim Daly’s humor even in the midst of describing painful memories. God has truly anointed him.

    All the best,
    -Josh
    myspace.com/joshmshep

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