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.
For couples struggling to have a baby, it can be upsetting to be around pregnant or expecting women. On this Family Talk broadcast, a panel of women continue sharing with Dr. Dobson their hardships with miscarriage and infertility. They explain how their dreams of creating baby announcements and holding a new life in their arms were often met with hopelessness. Discover how they found joy through their loss.
Studies have shown that a shocking 1 in 10 pregnancies result in miscarriage. Chances are you know someone that has experienced this devastating tragedy. Today on Family Talk, Dr. Dobson sits down with three women whose lives were forever changed by infertility or the death of an unborn child. They each share their difficult stories, and how they continued to trust God through their pain.
Over the last few weeks, the medical and humanitarian relief communities around the country have mobilized support to combat COVID-19. On this special Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson video chats with Ken Isaacs, Vice President with Samaritan's Purse. Ken provides a first-hand report of conditions in New York City, where he and his team have set up a mobile hospital.
Over the last few weeks, the medical and humanitarian relief communities around the country have mobilized support to combat COVID-19. On this special Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson video chats with Ken Isaacs, Vice President with Samaritan’s Purse. Ken provides a first-hand report of conditions in New York City, where he and his team have set up a mobile hospital.
How is your family handling the COVID-19 crisis? Are you worried about what the future holds? Listen to this edition of Family Talk for a special message of encouragement from Dr. Dobson. He first shares his personal thoughts and concerns regarding this pandemic, and then reassures listeners with the hope and comfort that can only be found in the Bible.
Dr. Dobson on the Coronavirus and Words of Hope
March 31, 2020 - As I shared last week, governors in multiple states are issuing executive orders to halt "elective surgeries" including abortion procedures during this pandemic.
Should Christians be fearful of COVID-19, or use this crisis as an opportunity to advance God’s Kingdom? Today on this special Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson continues his enlightening conversation with Pastor Greg Laurie and Barry Meguiar. They point out the rapid growth of online churches in the last few weeks, and urge believers to deepen their walk with Jesus during this time.
On December 30, 2019, Dr. Lois Evans lost her battle with cancer and went to be with Jesus. Today on Family Talk, you will hear Dr. Tony Evans’ touching tribute to his late wife of 49 years. He shares heartfelt moments from her last few days and uses the Apostle Paul’s goodbye to Timothy as a basis for our eternal perspective. Hear the biblical way we should honor someone’s Christ centered legacy.
March 26, 2020 — The following quote may be attributed to Dr. James Dobson, President of the James Dobson Family Institute, regarding the need to stop elective abortions and focus instead on sa
