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Dr. James Dobson

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.

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For Better or For What

A strong marriage can be a fortress against the stresses of life…but it takes an iron-clad commitment.

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What’s Money Worth?

Children won't know the value of a dollar until we teach them.

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The Case For Grace – Part 2

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.

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Mystique in Marriage

To give and receive criticism well, it takes established trust and putting the other's best interest first.

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The Case For Grace – Part 1

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.

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How to Discern Truth from Culture’s Lies – Part 2

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.”

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Senioritis

Knowing high school is almost over is both the best and hardest part of the senior year.

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How to Discern Truth from Culture’s Lies – Part 1

In a world where good has been exchanged for evil, we find ourselves in chaos and turmoil, clamoring for solid ground. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer talks with Pastor Jack Hibbs, founder and senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills. Pastor Hibbs shares his testimony, as well as the opportunity to stand bold in the faith after he caused a stir on Capitol Hill for his prayer.

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The Word of a Child

Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 10-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and never heard from him again.

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Love Needs Respect

Loving your child is only half of what's required to build self-esteem!

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