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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

Broadcasts

Encouragement for the Single Life

Singleness can be very frustrating, especially for women who may feel like Mr. Right will never come along. speaker and former host on the BET network, Cheryl Martin, will address the desire God put in us for marital relationship and will then provide some crucial principles single ladies should apply to their lives, in order to be Godly women. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Hope in the Midst of Childhood Cancer Part 3

On this Wednesday edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson will conclude his interview with Melinda Mayton, founder of Lighthouse Family Retreat, along with the parents of children battling cancer. These mothers and fathers will share how Melindas ministry rejuvenated and recharged them to face this tough trial and how they found true joy in the loving arms of Jesus. Listen to this encouraging and uplifting broadcast of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Blogs

The Adversity Principle, Part 2

The adversity principle is also relevant to the human family. Some of the most noble examples of courage have occurred in countries undergoing severe pressure. The shattered nations of Europe in the 1940s come to mind in this context.

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Hope in the Midst of Childhood Cancer Part 2

There is a tremendous emotional weight that parents carry when their children are diagnosed with cancer. Dr. Dobson will continue his conversation with three parents who have dealt with or are still enduring the effects of childhood cancer. He will also talk with Melinda Mayton about how she ministers to these hurting families by allowing them to relax and find joy through her organization, Lighthouse Family Retreat. Dont miss this touching broadcast of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Hope in the Midst of Childhood Cancer Part 1

Cancer is a horrific disease that destroys lives. And many families are not prepared when their children are diagnosed with this illness at a young age. On this broadcast of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson will talk with multiple parents who have experienced childhood cancer, and, in some cases, lost their child. They will share their heartfelt stories and why they felt alone at times, on this edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement on Mississippi Bill that Would Prohibit Abortion After 15 Weeks

After the Senate's recent failure to pass the Pain-Capable Act, which would have prohibited abortion after 20-weeks, I am greatly encouraged by, and entirely supportive of the lawmakers of Mississippi

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God Makes Sense Even When He Doesnt Make Sense, Part 4

Several years ago, there was a Broadway theatrical performance called, "Your Arm's Too Short to Box with God." I didn't see it, but I agree with the premise behind the title. The human intellectual ap

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God Makes Sense Even When He Doesn’t Make Sense, Part 2

One of the greatest destroyers of faith is timing that doesn't fit our preconceived notions. We live in a fast-paced world where we have come to expect instant responses to every desire and need. Inst

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God Makes Sense Even When He Doesn’t Make Sense, Part 1

I have been thinking for many years about those occasions when God doesn't make sense. I was in my late teens when the first "awesome why" came rocketing through my brain. I don't remember today what

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God Makes Sense Even When He Doesn’t Make Sense, Part 3

One of the most breathtaking concepts in all of Scripture is the revelation that God knows each of us personally and that we are in His mind both day and night. There is simply no way to comprehend th

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