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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

The Daniel Prayer – Part 2

The prosperity of our nation does not simply rest in casting ballots, but in the intentional prayer life of believers. Today Family Talk continues revisiting Dr. Dobsons classic conversation with author and evangelist, Anne Graham Lotz. She explains why the battle for Americas soul is a spiritual one, and challenges Christians to daily be on their knees for this country. Listen to how praying like Daniel can change our world.

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The Daniel Prayer – Part 1

The prophet Daniel prayed fervently for his people, culture, and homeland, until God supernaturally intervened. On this 10th anniversary edition of Family Talk, youll hear Dr. Dobsons timeless conversation about the power of prayer with author and evangelist Anne Graham Lotz. She unpacks the ways we can cry out to God with that same desperation to heal our morally failing country.

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What God Is Saying During These Uncertain Times

In the midst of this global, unprecedented crisis, what is God trying to say to His people? On this special Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson and his wife Shirley provide timeless biblical wisdom for all of us enduring this pandemic. They talk about Gods love and great compassion for all humanity, while Dr. Dobson shares why he thinks this may be the beginning of the third Great Awakening.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Condemns Democrats’ $3 Trillion Aid Package that ‘Has Nothing to Do with Our Current Health and Economic Calamity’

It is appalling the Democrats are willing to mortgage the future of our children and grandchildren, all to ram through a socialist agenda that runs counter to the wishes of most Americans, not to ment

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Videos

Taking My Life Back

On April 15, 2013, 2 terrorists set off homemade bombs at the Boston Marathon, killing 3 people and injuring over 260 more. On this selection from Family Talk’s ‘2019 Best of Broadcast’, Dr. Dobson sits down with one of the survivors, author Rebekah Gregory. She shares her horrifying account of that day, and the gruesome injuries she sustained which led to the amputation of her leg. Hear how God spared Rebekah and her son’s life that day.

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Why Men Leave the Church and How to Get Them Back – Part 2

Men have a Biblical duty to be the spiritual leaders of their families. How can they fulfill that obligation if they never step foot in a church? Today as Family Talk continues celebrating their 10th anniversary, you will hear the conclusion of Dr. Dobsons classic interview with author and TV producer, David Murrow. David examines the ways the church has rebuffed dads and husbands, but then identifies the practical steps pastors can take to minister directly to men.

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Why Men Leave the Church and How to Get Them Back – Part 1

Social research reveals that a meager one in six men in America regularly attend church. On todays classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson and author and TV producer David Murrow address this damaging phenomenon. David shares why he believes some men hate going to church, and explains how a lack of dads and husbands in the pews hurts the entire family unit.

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Why Men Leave the Church and How to Get Them Back

Social research reveals that a meager one in six men in America regularly attend church. On today’s classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson and author and TV producer David Murrow address this damaging phenomenon. David shares why he believes some men hate going to church, and explains how a lack of dads and husbands in the pews hurts the entire family unit.

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The Ramsteads Revisited: Life After the Valley – Part 2

When an unexpected death or a life altering situation rocks our world, its natural to question Gods goodness. youll hear the conclusion of Dr. Dobsons timeless interview with speaker and life coach, John Ramstead. John expresses his daily decision to trust God despite his physical and emotional pain, and shares what he is doing now to encourage leaders around the country.

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Newsletters

Teaching Morals And Manners To Our Children

Teaching Morals And Manners To Our Children

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