A Willingness To Communicate
The art of communication doesnt come naturally to most of us. Some folks just dont like to talk much. Others talk incessantly without ever really saying anything. But when it comes to marriage, commun
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
Blogs
Broadcasts
Finding God’s Love in America
When admiring the goodness of God, King David wrote, How precious is your unfailing love, O God. On this classic broadcast of Family Talk, Jennie Christensen, a Dutch immigrant, shares her testimony of encountering Gods love. Jennierecounts her upbringing, and how through her poverty and the hardship following the Great Depression, her thoughts turned to suicide until she heard God's voice intervening to save her.
Broadcasts
Christian Counseling for Same-Sex Issues Part 2
In a culture that is so divided on the topic of homosexuality, it is vital to remember to care for the person where theyre at. On this Thursday edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson concludes his conversation with marriage and family therapist David Pickup. They discuss how the breakdown of the family has led to a great deal of issues in society and emphasize the real hope counseling offers to those who want to overcome their same-sex attraction.
Broadcasts
Christian Counseling for Same-Sex Issues Part 1
Those who feel trapped or overwhelmed by same-sex attraction now have an option to find freedom. Dr. Dobson sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist, David Pickup. David explains Re-Integrative Therapy and confronts the unfounded claims about this treatment. He also identifies the source of these feelings, and how he addresses them with each patient.
Newsletters
September 2018 Newsletter: With Love and Concern for Millennials
Dr. Dobson's September 2018 Newsletter
Policy & Culture
Dr. James and Shirley Dobson Attend The White House Dinner For Evangelical Leaders
The White House dinner for evangelical leaders was a wonderful evening. I have served five presidents in the past 38 years and this was perhaps the most exciting event in that time.
Broadcasts
Answering God’s Call
God has a purpose for all of us, its our responsibility to accept and follow His plan. Dr. David Jeremiah preaches on the call of Joshua to an audience of men gathered at the Mens Ignite Conference in Lynchburg, Virginia this past spring. He explains how God prepares us to fulfill our callings, and emphasizes the need to read, memorize and meditate on the Word of God.
Broadcasts
A Visit with the Coors Part 2
On this Thursday edition of Family Talk, you will hear the conclusion to a classic conversation Dr. Dobson had with Ad Coors, the great grandson of the Coors Brewery founder, Adolph Coors. Today he alongside his wife B.J., will share how they came to know Jesus as their Savior, and the effect their relationship with God had on their life and marriage. Dont miss this timeless interview on this edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.
Broadcasts
A Visit with the Coors Part 1
John chapter 1 says that we can become children of God if we just accept the name of Jesus. youll hear a classic interview Dr. Dobson conducted over 30 years ago featuring Ad and B.J. Coors. Ad is the great grandson of Adolph Coors, founder of Coors Brewery. On this broadcast he will talk about how the death of his father warped his young adult life, while his wife, B.J., unpacks the brokenness in their early marriage.
Broadcasts
A Citizen’s Responsibility for the Future of America Part 2
youll hear the conclusion to an in-depth panel discussion Dr. Dobson was a part of last month on the need for the Christian voice to be heard in politics. The conversation centered around how the appointment of Judge Brett Kavanaugh could impact the Supreme Court and why an originalist on the bench will steer the court back to its primary purpose.
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