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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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Broadcasts

Dr. Dobson on his February Newsletter: Where Do We Go from Here?

February 8, 2021

In his February newsletter entitled, "Where Do We Go from Here?," Dr. James Dobson underscores his frustration that the U.S. Supreme Court sidestepped the issue of election integrity, and that both Georgia Senate seats were won by leftist Democrats in that state's January runoff election. As a result, Americans will be burdened with a radical agenda. His advice? Like the faithful farmer who weathers the heat and rain, we who are conservative Christians must continue to "stay in the field",knowing that God gives strength to the weary.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Warns that America’s ‘Majestic Light of Liberty Is Flickering,’ Urges Americans to Contact Their Representatives

February 8, 2021

February 8, 2021 — "The Democrats hold enormous power in Washington, D.C., and they are working overtime to ensure that they never have to surrender it—not to the Republicans and certainly not to t

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Videos

The Jesus Who Surprises

February 5, 2021

Dee Brestin was grieving the death of her husband of 39 years and feeling abandoned when she was reminded of a significant moment while attempting to nurse her colicky baby boy. After kicking and crying for ten minutes, he would finally calm down and latch on. Dee realized that, like her colicky baby, there’s no reason for any of us to throw a fit - because God is right there.

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Newsletters

Where Do We Go From Here?

February 1, 2021

February Newsletter 2021: Where Do We Go From Here?

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Broadcasts

Setting a Higher Standard – Part 2

January 22, 2021

The world in which we live teaches us that we are merely the sum of our sensations. Today's generation is making a choice between nihilism,the belief that life is meaningless,and values that are grounded in Scripture. On this part two edition, Dr. Bill Bennett, author of the best-selling Book of Virtues, warns that the popular culture is having a corroding effect, leading to the loss of innocence.

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Broadcasts

Setting a Higher Standard – Part 1

January 21, 2021

Popular culture has seduced Americans with the false promise that seeking happiness instead of God's will should be life's goal. The message is that if you're not happy, then find a new religion, a new spouse, or even a new family. On today's broadcast, Dr. Bill Bennett asserts that having a healthy marriage and family depends upon an unflinching commitment, especially when times are tough.

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Videos

Revival Rising

January 14, 2021

At nine years of age, Kim Meeder tragically became an orphan in the blink of an eye. On today’s Family Talk, you’ll discover how she found indescribable solace in the presence of her horse and learned that God loves her unconditionally. As an adult, Kim felt led to replicate the Christian healing she experienced by founding Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch in Bend, Oregon, where she pairs rescued horses with broken children.

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Broadcasts

America’s Coming Implosion

January 13, 2021

In order to bring down a building, demolition crews use a process called implosion to weaken the structure's support systems from within. Today, Pastor Robert Jeffress explains how symbolically that effective form of destruction is happening to America. He walks through 3 key examples of our countries' outright rejection of its Judeo-Christian roots.

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Turn Your Season Around – Part 2

January 12, 2021

In Luke 12, Jesus warned His followers to "be on guard against all kinds of greed." On this inspiring broadcast, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his interview with former Major League baseball player, Darryl Strawberry. He continues to reflect on the destructive lifestyle he was saved from, and explains why our past scars are a testament to God's grace.

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Turn Your Season Around – Part 1

January 11, 2021

Former baseball star and World Series champion Darryl Strawberry had a seemingly successful life. However, the fame and fortune of being a professional athlete led to a very destructive and harmful lifestyle. Today Darryl talks with Dr. Tim Clinton about this dark season and the way God radically changed his future.

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