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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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Is Genesis History? – Part 2

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Throughout history, the biblical book of Genesis was considered an accurate and reliable record, but over the past 250 years it has become one of the most controversial books of all time. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his fascinating discussion with Dr. Del Tackett about his film, “Is Genesis History?” Join us on this fact-finding journey with Dr. Tackett as he shares his research from interviews with several scientists and geologists who point to evidence of the Genesis flood that’s found all over the globe.

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Is Genesis History? – Part 1

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Genesis 1:1 says, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." But in society today, these words have become more scrutinized than ever before. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Del Tackett, the creator of “The Truth Project,” will bring you face to face with the earth-shattering question, "Is Genesis History?" Dr. Tackett provides scientific evidence that supports absolute truth as told in the biblical creation story.

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Pornography is a Huge Threat to Boys

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I hope you will read very carefully what I am about to write because it explains why this matter is so significant. Porn and smut pose a great threat to your boys. A single exposure to it by some thirteen to fifteen-year-olds is all that is required to create an addiction that will hold them in bondage for a lifetime. It is more addictive than cocaine or heroin. That was one of the conclusions drawn during the Attorney General's Commission on Pornography, on which I served. 

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Raising Boys: Routine Panic – Part 2

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On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his insightful discussion from his “Bringing Up Boys” teaching series. If you’re a parent struggling with a rebellious son, you won’t want to miss this program as Dr. Dobson explains how our hectic lifestyles are wreaking havoc on the upbringing of our children, especially for boys. Learn of the hope we have by turning to God’s Word to discover His intentions for how we should parent effectively. Psalms 37:4 says, “Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.”

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Raising Boys: Routine Panic – Part 1

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Proverbs 23:24 says, “The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless message from his “Bringing Up Boys” teaching series, in which he emphasizes the absolute need that every boy has for a father or a strong male role model. While there is nothing quite like a mother’s love, Dr. Dobson explains the unique bond that fathers and sons have, and why that relationship is so critical.

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Beloved Unbeliever – Part 2

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On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his spirit-filled discussion with the late Jo Berry, as she shares lessons from her book, Beloved Unbeliever: Loving Your Husband into the Faith. Be encouraged as Jo shares timeless teachings, revealing the indisputable directive that we must serve God rather than man. She also emphasizes that we have a biblical obligation as parents, to raise our children as unto the Lord.

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Beloved Unbeliever – Part 1

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1 Peter 3 counsels Christian wives of unbelieving husbands to win them to the faith through their purity and reverence rather than simply with words. Easier said than done. On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses this heartfelt dilemma with the late Jo Berry, author of Beloved Unbeliever: Loving Your Husband into the Faith. Jo gives hope to women with non-believing husbands, emphasizing that their (wives’) faith must be in Jesus Christ. It is He who can give hope to an unequally yoked couple, producing a fulfilling, delightful, and stable marriage, even if the husband never becomes a Christian.

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Life After the Storm – Part 2

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his heartfelt discussion with author Jan Harrison about her book, Life After the Storm, and the unexpected passing of her son, James. Jan asks a profound question: How have you prepared for the inevitable storm clouds in your life? She urges Christians to become actively engaged in their relationship with Jesus through prayer, Bible study, and fellowship with believers. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

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What Are You Teaching Your Son?

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So many of the difficulties that confront our kids come down to a single characteristic of today's families: There is nobody home.

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Life After the Storm – Part 1

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In 2010, Jan Harrison received the devastating news that her 27-year-old son, James, had died on the mission field in Sudan, Africa. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Jan discuss this dark valley in her life. No matter how tragic the storm is, she encourages that God will provide for us. “He has already gone before, He knows the other side, He knows what we will need.” In John 16:33, Jesus says, “I have said these things to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

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