# Persuasion, Not Power

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Podcast: [Focus on the Family Commentary](https://stenobird.com/podcast/focus-on-the-family-commentary-779430)
Published: 2026-04-21T06:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

One thing has always been true about human nature: we don’t want opinions forced upon us. Jim Daly explains why lasting change comes through persuasion, not power.   Support Family Ministry   If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

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