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.
Since the Garden of Eden, Satan has sought to destroy the institution of marriage. On this Family Talk broadcast, well-known and respected pastor, Dr. David Jeremiah, talks about the prevalent and dangerous sin of infidelity. He identifies the origin of this immorality, and the gradual ways adultery can enter a relationship.
Is there is a way to curb federal overreach and return power back to the American people? Dr. Dobson continues his discussion about the Convention of States project with former Senator Tom Coburn. They highlight the key issues this movement could solve, and share their concerns about the rise of socialism in America.
In recent years, the U.S. government has passed more progressive laws and continued to spend frivolously. Dr. Dobson talks about a real solution to these growing issues with former Senator Tom Coburn. He addresses the fiscal irresponsibility of Washington, and why a Convention of States needs to be called.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — On behalf of the James Dobson Family Institute, Dr. James Dobson issues the following statement in response to the 7-2 ruling by the Supreme Court, rejecting arguments
The 2016 Presidential Election was a pivotal win for many religious groups in America. Dr. Dobson continues discussing a Christians moral responsibility in politics, with Pastor Robert Jeffress from First Baptist Church. Pastor Jeffress defends his stance for choosing moral candidates for public office, and shares the sharp criticism he has received over the years.
Roughly 7 out of 10 Americans are professing Christians, with the task of fighting for righteousness in this perverse culture. On this classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson talks about this responsibility with Pastor Robert Jeffress from First Baptist Church in Dallas. They look at the spread of immorality in society, and explain why Christ followers can no longer sit on the sidelines.
Scripture calls men to step up, and be responsible, godly leaders in their homes. Dr. Dobson welcomes to the Family Talk studios, Dave Jeffers, author of the book Man Up!: What the Bible Says About Being a Man. Dave talks about the lessons God taught him through a tumultuous divorce and the painful loss of his son.
Our Heavenly Father will lovingly, and sometimes forcefully get our attention in order to bring us back to His plan. On todays Family Talk broadcast, Joshua Youssef, son of Pastor Michael Youssef, shares why he ran away from God. He also explains the dramatic event that drove him back to the feet of Jesus.
The thousands of men who died on D-Day, must forever be remembered for their sacrifice. Dr. Dobson concludes his conversation with retired Lt. General Jerry Boykin, whose dad Cecil was injured in the battle at Normandy. General Boykin opens up about his fathers post-war life, which included a decision to follow Jesus. Dr. Dobson and General Boykin also look at the significance of patriotism in the 21st century.
75 years ago today, thousands of brave soldiers stormed the northern coast of France, to restore freedom to German occupied countries. On this reverent Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson sits down with retired Lt. General Jerry Boykin, whose father Cecil was part of the D-Day invasion. General Boykin talks about his dads injury during the battle, and why we must honor the men who sacrificed their lives.
