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.
"Turning the other cheek," as Jesus commanded in Scripture, is especially difficult after we've been hurt by a loved one. Today on this Family Talk "2020 Best of Broadcast," Dr. James Dobson discusses the topic of forgiveness with the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa TerKeurst. She opens up about the painful discovery of her husband's infidelity, and describes how Dr. Dobson's book, Love Must Be Tough, helped heal her marriage.
For Father’s Day 2019, Dr. Dobson was invited to speak at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. Today on Family Talk, you will hear his conversation with his longtime friend, Pastor Ed Young. Dr. Dobson talked about the impact of his dad on his life, and illustrated why boys and girls desperately desire a meaningful relationship with their father.
As people are being confined to their homes due to COVID-19, a lot of families are spending more time together than ever before. Today on Family Talk, Dr, James Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton continue discussing the opportunity parents have to reconnect with their children. The two men walk through 6 critical ways that moms and dads can help their kids process this crisis.
In the midst of this pandemic, there is a startling rise in mental health issues. Today, Family Talk continues their "2020 Best of Broadcast" by highlighting Dr. James Dobson's conversation with Dr. Tim Clinton. They examine how anxiety and depression are impacting kids during this crisis. They also challenge parents to be more attuned to their son's and daughter's needs, especially if their home life is unstable.
Turning the other cheek, as Jesus commands in Scripture, is especially difficult after we are hurt by a loved one. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses the topic of forgiveness with the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa TerKeurst. She opens up about the painful discovery of her husband’s infidelity, and describes how Dr. Dobson's book, Love Must Be Tough, helped heal her marriage.
The number one topic that Jesus addressed during His earthly ministry was money. Today, Dr. James Dobson sits down with best-selling author and social researcher, Shaunti Feldhahn. The two discuss her latest book, Thriving in Love and Money, and consider why couples clash over finances. She and Dr. Dobson also examine the different fears men and women have about money.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said, "Few people enjoy what I think sometimes Americans take for granted,our capacity to worship and practice our faith." Two-thirds of the world's people live with limited religious liberty. Listen as Pompeo shares his Christian faith and his concern about Chinese religious oppression.
Believers in the 21st century are engaged in a fierce fight against a wicked culture and the plots of the devil. Today you will hear how we can have victory in our lives with the help of Jesus. Author and evangelist Priscilla Shirer addresses the spiritual war that is being fought for our souls. She warns that Satan "preys on lazy, apathetic Christians." Listen to the importance of putting on the full armor of God, especially "the breastplate of righteousness," and commit to "right living" that invites the favor of God on your life.
When we stumble in our Christian walk, we often blame others instead of recognizing the devil's schemes against us. Popular author and evangelist Priscilla Shirer talks about the spiritual warfare that surrounds us every day. She says that Satan "wants you to think that just because he's invisible, he's also fictional." But he's real, and you will see his fingerprints in the chaos, the strife, the jealousy, and the pride in your life. She teaches from Ephesians 6 and urges Christians to put on the full armor of God.
Part one in our series "How To Make Home For The Holidays in 2020 Happier."
This holiday season will be different, very different. Amidst the delicious smells, beautiful sights and wonderful sounds of
