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.
We all know that financial planning should begin when we're in our 20s, but the reality is that many of us start much later in life.
Today, Dr. Dobson will sit down with money experts Dave Ramsey and Ron Blue. Join in on the conversation and find out what you can do to grow your nest egg. People of all ages will gain insights regarding how to make the most of the days ahead.
When we are looking for ways to share Christ with the lost, our prayers, worship, and Bible study becomes more purposeful. Lee Strobel continues explaining how if Jesus lived in our house, our relationship with our neighbors would be different. We would see others through heavens eyes of love, serve intently, and look for opportunities to express His love, His truth, and behavior to the world.
When was the last time you shared your faith in Christ with your friends and family?Pastor Lee Strobel illustrates his passion to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Lee describes how life can be an unexpected adventure if we are: 1) motivated to share Christ, 2) available to share our faith, 3) prepared to share our faith simply and naturally, and 4) prayerful about opportunities to share Christ.
On this Friday edition of Family Talk, you will hear the remainder of a powerful message given by evangelist and car enthusiast, Barry Meguiar at Praise Cathedral Church this spring. He reminds us that we are ambassadors for Christ on this Earth, with the goal to move people closer to God, one step at a time. Listen to how you can boldly, and without fear, talk to others about Jesus.
Matthew chapter 5 reminds us that our faith in Jesus should be a light to this lost world. Today on Family Talk,the car guy Barry Meguiar shares his heart and passion for evangelism as he addresses the Praise Cathedral Church in South Carolina. He challenges believers to wake up and be more active in telling others about the Good News of Jesus.
In our walk with God, we must always be willing to forgive others, and more importantly ourselves. Dr. Dobson continues his conversation with Pastor R.T. Kendall about his book How to Forgive Ourselves Totally. The two examine the physical, emotional and spiritual strain guilt has on a person, and how true freedom can be found through Christs forgiveness.
Oftentimes, its more difficult to forgive ourselves than it is to forgive others. On this classic broadcast of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson talks with Pastor R.T. Kendall, author of the book How to Forgive Ourselves Totally. They will discuss why we must forgive ourselves, and distinguish between true conviction and false guilt.
The Bible reminds us that Christ strengthens us in our weakness. Dr. Dobson concludes his classic and moving conversation with best-selling author and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada. She explains how God comforted her and gave her purpose through her disability, and shares what she thinks Heaven will be like through a personal song.
When tragedy strikes in our lives, its challenging to find joy and trust Gods goodness. Todays guest on Family Talk is Joni Eareckson Tada, who honestly explores the question of why God allows tragedy. She talks with Dr. Dobson about her horrific diving accident that left her paralyzed from the shoulders down and emboldens listeners to continue in trusting God, even if they can't track His purposes.
On this Tuesday broadcast of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson will conclude his heart-wrenching conversation with Pastor Frank and Sherri Pomeroy and David Colbath, survivors from the shooting at First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs Texas. They talked about the outpouring of love and support they received in the aftermath of the shooting, and how they processed the physical and emotional pain they experienced.
