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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.

Content By Dr. James Dobson

Newsletters

Dr. Dobson’s April Newsletter: Dr. Dobson on the Coronavirus and Words of Hope

Dr. Dobson on the Coronavirus and Words of Hope

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Policy & Culture

Dr. Dobson Condemns Planned Parenthood’s “Business as Usual” During this Crisis

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.

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Videos

Harvest at Home: Finding Peace During Crisis

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.

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Videos

A Tribute to Dr. Lois Evans

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.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. Dobson Applauds Governors Greg Abbott and Mike DeWine for Halting Abortions in the Midst of the Pandemic, Calls on Other Governors to Follow Suit

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

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Broadcasts

The Ins and Outs of a Big Family – Part 2

Do you turn to God when your family experiences a crisis? On this classic edition of Family Talk, Randy and Marcia Hekman continue sharing the ways God has been faithful to their family of 14. They explain their choice to rely on the Lords strength and direction for their kids. The Hekmans also address Americas low birth rate and how that has stunted our growth as a society.

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Broadcasts

The Ins and Outs of a Big Family – Part 1

In the midst of lifes challenges, trusting in the Lord is a lot easier said than done. Todays Family Talk broadcast focuses on Dr. Dobsons classic interview with Randy and Marcia Hekman, the parents of 12 kids. They explain their decision to continue having children and describe the specific hardships and adversities they faced as their family grew over the years.

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Videos

Dr. James Dobson Prayer Over the Nation

Dr. Dobson says a prayer for our nation concerning the coronavirus.

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Broadcasts

The Amazing Power of Prayer

The late Charles Spurgeon once said, True prayer is a spiritual transaction with the Creator of Heaven and Earth. Dr. Tim Clinton shares how he personally experienced the power of prayer in his own life. He opens up about a horrific car accident that caused his family to cry out to God, and outlines the ways we can communicate with our Heavenly Father on a daily basis.

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Broadcasts

Restoration of the American Family: The Road Ahead

The institution of the family is in danger of collapsing under the pressures from this progressive culture. Dr. Dobson addresses these threats against parents and marriages, through his recent appearance on the CMDA Matters podcast. He highlights a list of moral issues that are critical to Americas future, and explains what we can do to fight for righteousness in our society.

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