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.
October 15, 2020 — Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court confirmation hearings began Monday. Yet depending upon when you tuned in by telecast, you may think you're watching a Democratic campaign ra
Within a secular culture that is biased against religion, Christians and Jews need to better appreciate the biblical roots they share in common. Dr. James Dobson and Rabbi Daniel Lapin discuss the state of Israel on the world stage. They also describe God's design for marriage and the foundational role it has played in every civilized society.
America's Judeo-Christian founding institutionalized our freedom of religion, which extends to people of all beliefs. Dr. James Dobson and Rabbi Daniel Lapin discuss Judaism's and Christianity's shared view of biblical morality, and how secular society has destroyed God's conceptions of marriage, gender identity, and government.
Dr. James Dobson shares his final personal thoughts before our national election, urging voters to become fully informed about the stark differences between our two candidates for President of the United States. Be sure to vote your values on November 3rd!
Too many Americans take God's blessings for granted and embrace immorality. Former Congressman Bob McEwen reminds us why we must honor and protect our nation's Christian legacy. Also featured is a recorded message from Dr. James Dobson at a prayer event in Washington D.C., with a call for America to return to its Judeo-Christian roots.
Over four decades, Dr. James Dobson has warned us about menacing threats to the traditional family. Today, he shares his current concerns as a guest on "The Suzanne Venker Show." They discuss the societal biases against traditional marriage and parenting, the key roles moms and dads play in the lives of their children, and how parents can still raise God-honoring kids—even in a "progressive" society.
President James Madison said, "The happy Union of these States is a wonder; their example, the hope of Liberty throughout the world." Former Congressman Bob McEwen recounts our nation's history and divine blessings, influential moments in the American Revolution, and why our freedoms emanate from God.
Faith Votes
When we look back on our lives, we want to know that we have lived it abundantly and for God's glory. On this Family Talk broadcast, Dr. James Dobson discusses the idea of "finishing well" with Dr. R.T. Kendall. They talk about his book, It Ain't Over 'till It's Over, and discuss practical biblical principles for living a good, God-honoring life.
When we earnestly pray for God to intervene on our behalf but then hear no immediate response, it's easy to become discouraged,and even assume that God's answer is "no." But R.T. Kendall and Dr. James Dobson talk about why we must never give up on our seemingly unanswered prayers. They discuss God's timing and faithfulness.
