Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.
Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.
He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.
Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.
Do you know a couple who are feeling anxious about the long-term stability of their marriage and wondering if they will be able to go the distance? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Rev. Bob Kraning concludes his classic message by sharing practical insights on how to make marriage work for the long-haul. In addition to seeking the Lord, Bob urges couples to agree to disagree, and make room for one another in their union.
Love must be maintained and protected to survive. Don't let a busy schedule cause you to neglect your relationship!
Doesn’t it seem surprising to hear that a couple has been married for 20, 25, or even 30 years? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Rev. Bob Kraning gives an enlightening message on marriage longevity. In a culture that has put marriage on the backburner, get ready for the truth of what makes a union stand the test of time. Mark 10: 6-9 says, “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
A strong marriage can be a fortress against the stresses of life…but it takes an iron-clad commitment.
Children won't know the value of a dollar until we teach them.
Ephesians 2:8-9, says, “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast.” Thanks to God's amazing gift of grace, flawed men and women everywhere can receive forgiveness for their sins. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Lee Strobel discuss his book, The Case for Grace, pointing out that Christianity is the only faith that offers this unmerited gift of God's grace.
To give and receive criticism well, it takes established trust and putting the other's best interest first.
In 1772, British poet and clergyman, John Newton, penned the famous words, "Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me." On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and best-selling author and Christian apologist, Lee Strobel, observe how grace is central to the Christian faith. Lee also shares his personal testimony about receiving this most undeserved gift from God.
Deception is growing and the enemy is fighting hard to keep these lies in the forefront of our minds. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his inspiring and thought-provoking discussion with Pastor Jack Hibbs about his latest book, Living in the Daze of Deception: How to Discern Truth from Culture’s Lies. He reminds us not to make the mistake of thinking the church is immune to these lies. We must not only be hypervigilant ourselves, but be steadfast in sharing God’s Truth with those around us. 1 John 4:6 says, “We are from God, and whoever knows God listens to us; but whoever is not from God does not listen to us. This is how we recognize the spirit of truth and the spirit of falsehood.”
Knowing high school is almost over is both the best and hardest part of the senior year.
